There are a number of reasons why you might need a Chicago water damage restoration crew to come in and work their magic. Maybe you were hit by a big storm and as result you have a lot of standing water in your home. Perhaps a water pipe busted in your home leaving a gushing geyser in its wake or your kids overflowed the tub. Whatever the reason, you can’t just leave the water there or just soak it up with towels. Your flooring, walls or ceiling all need to be completely dried out within 48 hours to prevent mold and extensive water damage to your home. Here are some things you can expect when a water damage restoration crew comes to help you get your life back on track.
Finding the Right Crew
First and foremost you want to make sure that any crew you hire is certified with the IICRC and all of the technicians have up to date licensing qualifications. You will want to ask how long they have been in business and what kind of technology they have at their disposal. Water damage cleanup is a complicated and time consuming process and the latest technology can help the crew ensure that the job is done right in the shortest time frame possible. Make sure that you get a crew into your home within 24 to 48 hours after water first touches your home. The longer the water has to seep into your home, the higher chance of mold growth and permanent damage to your home. If you already have experienced damage that cannot just be dried, make sure that the crew has the ability to repair and remodel the area to get it back to previous conditions.
The Process
Each water loss accident has its own challenges and unique processes for repair and cleanup. If the leak leaves standing water on the floor, make sure the crew can handle carpet drying and rug drying. If you live in an apartment building, ask the crew if they have the ability to direct their drying equipment up to the height needed to reach your apartment. Most drying equipment is truck mounted so the machine will have to be routed through your window if you live in an apartment building. But drying is only part of the process; to speed things up you will also need the team to utilize some kind of dehumidifier as well.
