Water Damage Restoration

"Broken Pipes, Frozen Pipes & Water Mains"



Water Damage

There are several phases to a properly handled water restoration project. Crystal Clean performs all of its water damage restoration in accordance with the "I.I.C.R.C. S500", which is the standard and reference guide to water damage restoration.

Prompt Response

The most critical aspect of handling a water damage situation is to begin the mitigation process IMMEDIATELY. Crystal Clean has trained personnel available 24 hours a day 7 days a week to respond to your emergency. We also have a vehicle that is dedicated to water damage restoration. It has all the equipment necessary to handle your loss -- loaded and ready to respond at any time.
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Inspection

We use Electronic Moisture Detection Equipment to determine the exact amount of moisture in the affected area. This is an accurate way to determine the moisture load of the building and enables us to determine the scope of services and the amount of drying equipment that will be required.


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Extraction

Once the severity of the damage is determined, all porous surfaces are thoroughly extracted as well as any standing water. Floors that have carpet installed over cushion are disengaged and inspected for structural integrity, contamination, and to ensure they will survive the drying process. The cushion is usually removed and discarded as it is less expensive to replace it, rather than dry it.

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Drying Equipment

There is a wide variety of equipment used to dry out a structure. Air Movers are the most critical component because nothing will dry without adequate airflow. Another important piece of equipment are Dehumidifiers. We use both refrigerant and dessicant type dehumidifiers. The size and type used is determined by the materials affected and the relative humidity present. Inter Air Drying Systems are used to inject a positive or negative air pressure inside a wall cavity. They are also used for drying floors and cabinets by installing them to toe-kicks. They are also useful in drying hardwood flooring or subfloors that have multiple layers.

Monitoring

During the drying process it is vital to monitor equipment, humidity, and the rate at which materials are drying. This is an important step because if humidity becomes to high it can cause further damage to the structure and contents.

Reconstruction

Once the structure is completely dry, there may need to be some repair work performed, such as drywall repairs, painting, flooring reinstallation or replacement ect.

Cleaning

The final step is to clean the affected flooring to remove any debris or contaminants that have been deposited by the water migration.



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