Water Damage Cleanup in South Plainfield

8/20/2021 (Permalink)

Water damage is probably not on most homeowner's minds. However, there are many ways that water damage can occur in a home and when it does it causes a lot of property damage and a lot of stress.

How is Water Found?

Originating at the start of the water damage incident, SERVPRO technicians use various forms of moisture detection equipment to "see" underneath floors and within walls as they work their way outward. This method is especially helpful for determining if elevated moisture levels exist in floor joists or wall cavities.

When there is a water loss issue on an upper floor of a home, water follows gravity and migrates downward, through the floor joists and ceiling into the story below. SERVPRO technicians know that it is vital to extract all water damage from a South Plainfield home. When the loss occurs in an upstairs room and affects lower levels, the technicians scope the area to determine areas of elevated moisture.

How Does SERVPRO Dry Inside Walls and Under Floors?

When needed, techs drill small holes referred to as "weep holes" to allow for drainage and expanded airflow. Fans work for drying surfaces only and are not enough for complete drying needs. The technicians deploy centrifugal air movers and use specialized attachments to direct airflow between levels within floor joists and directly into wall cavities.

When weep holes are not enough, or sheetrock begins to buckle or warp, there is no restoration potential, and it requires removal. This action halts any further wicking of moisture and opens up the wall or ceiling area for better airflow.

How Do Technicians Know When a Home is Dry?

Before drying, they set goals for ambient moisture levels. During and after the drying phase of water loss clean up, the technicians take readings on meters to ensure they attain set goals. They scope the premises again to ensure no residual areas of moisture remain. This attention to detail negates secondary issues occurring such as mold or foul odors.

Call SERVPRO of Piscataway when there is water damage to your home or business. Our certified, trained technicians are available 24/7 at (732) 752-4555 to make the water loss in the property, "Like it never even happened."