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I started out just a few months ago having to rent a couple of air movers and 1 dehumidifier for my first water loss. After a couple jobs, I purchased 2 of the small air movers that are in the front row of this picture. The Next job, I purchased a step ladder and a small shop vac. Each job that adjusters and Strata managers trusted me with, I purchased a couple more tools and equipment that would enable me to take on larger losses and be more efficient and cost effective. This picture is a result of support from alot of people, alot of long days and lonely nights. Grit and dog determination to build a business from sweat equity and bloody knuckles. I'm thankful for all who have helped me get to the place I'm in right now, and looking forward to the future with an optimistic attitude and full of gratitude. #gratitude #waterdamagerestoration #restorationprofessionals #restorationcompany #insurancerestorationpro (at Chilliwack, British Columbia) https://www.instagram.com/p/BzjV-3IHnHz/?igshid=71ckukp7nagi

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Here is a really good post explaining the process of Water Damage Restoration.

Stay safe out there

Darren Miller

The Water Damage Restoration Process

Water damage restoration is a complicated task that requires a variety of techniques and equipment in order to ensure that the job is properly done. Depending on the size and scale of the emergency, different steps are taken in order to remove the water and remediate any contaminated areas. Today, we will continue from our previous article and go over the various things that are typically done on a water damage job as well as the scope of the equipment used.

The essential steps to any water damage restoration job can be broken down as follows:

* Flood Water Removal * Moisture Mapping * Mold Inspection and Removal * Water Drying Techniques

Flood Water Removal

Removing the source of the water is the first important step on any water damage restoration. Professional technicians should have a variety of equipment available at their disposal when they arrive on the scene. Usually, portable submergible water pumps are used to pump out water accumulation in structures. These pumps have a high threshold for extracting water and can usually dry out an entire submerged area in a short time, which is essential to stop the damage from spreading.

Moisture Mapping

Moisture mapping involves using detection equipment in order to obtain an approximate map for the moisture values on your property. Infrared is one of the more common methods used to obtain accurate readings, and properly trained technicians typically take high-quality digital photos as well to assess the extent of the damage. This step is crucial in order to get an idea of how bad the water damage may be and to take preliminary steps to prevent mold growth.

Mold Inspection and Removal

Residual water can lead to mold damage if unaddressed. Water damage professionals will use special detergents that sterilize the area and make conditions unfavorable for mold growth. Additionally, some restoration firms can use deodorization and ventilation as part of the process to get rid of any lingering odors and airborne contaminants.

Water Drying Techniques

These are some of the most common water drying techniques utilized by IICRC-certified professionals. Each technique is used according to the severity of the situation.

Air Movers

Also known as evaporators, air movers help the drying process by controlling humidity in a region and promote circulation of air. This helps on a broad level by removing liquids from porous materials - carpet, wood, drywall, plaster and more - leaving the more difficult trying to specialized equipment.

Dehumidifiers / Desiccant Dehumidification

Dehumidifiers remove the moisture from the air so lingering water in the area can be extracted from the area. These can be categorized broadly under refrigerant dehumidifiers and desiccant dehumidifiers.

Refrigerant dehumidifiers work under the principle of cooling the surrounding air. When this happens, the air loses its ability to retain water, causing condensation upon the cooling coils of the equipment. High-grade dehumidifiers work like a powerful version of consumer dehumidifiers, rapidly pulling the excess moisture from the air.

Desiccant dehumidifiers do not need cooling to remove water; instead, they use materials that naturally absorb moisture. When applied on a large scale, these machines can quickly extract humidity from the air in as effective a manner as refrigerants. The type of equipment uses depends on the company you hire and the conditions of the restoration job.

Additional equipment specific to the homeowner’s region may be utilized, depending on the size of the restoration firm. Each water damage job is completely unique and requires proper analysis of the situation at hand to apply the proper equipment and techniques for removing water as quickly as possible.

In our next article, we will cover the aftermath of a water restoration job, such as loss mitigation and contents restoration for valuables. Stay tuned until then!

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Attic ventilation correction and particulate remediation required? We've got you covered. Do you own or manage Strata properties, commercial and residential structures? Give us a call to set up an inspection and a report if required. Insurance Restoration Pro Complete Property Restoration Services 604-316-7075 #stratamanagers #strataproperty #insurancerestorationpro #localbusiness #chilliwackbc #abbotsfordbc https://www.instagram.com/p/BzLjGfVHoCW/?igshid=ltbboec7h646

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We added a couple more pieces to our fleet of drying equipment. This expands our capabilities a bit more to assist our clients. . . I'm very thankful for the incremental and steady growth of our company. Focusing on a solid foundation of customer service, learning new creative and more efficient techniques to dry structures. Being a steward of our great industry I belong to. #restorationprofessionals #restorationcompany #drizair #insurancerestorationpro #restorationcontractor #structuraldrying #chilliwackbusiness #localbusiness (at Chilliwack, British Columbia) https://www.instagram.com/p/BzEbG2InMAE/?igshid=15ie7l4o6qtbs

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Today we're using the injectidry system to save kitchen cabinets and a shower surround. I've always had huge success when I implement this system in water mitigation and hard to dry building components. #injectidrysystem #watermitigation #insurancerestorationpro #stratarestorationcompany https://www.instagram.com/p/By_C5v4n9D5/?igshid=foy1kw98lj4g

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Keeping the dust to a minimum and the drying chamber nice and tight so this condo owner can have full use of their unit with ease of mobility during a water loss. #stratamanagers #propertymanagement #watermitigation #insurancerestorationpro #restorationcompany #restorationprofessionals https://www.instagram.com/p/By3XnKtHOdN/?igshid=3ebo0hjcw197

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What a great day to be a part of this years WICC golf tournament. This is always a great time to reacquaint ourselves with our fellow industry leaders and professionals. Thank you @wiccbc for putting on another excellent event for a great cause. @westwoodplateaugolfclub #wiccbc #wicc #westwoodplateau #insuranceadjuster #insuranceadjusters #insuranceclaimspecialist #claimsadjuster #irpro #insurancerestorationpro (at Westwood Plateau Golf & Country Club) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEsTyt2pWLM/?igshid=9fdefk5kcdsi

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Just received a package in the mail from the head office of the Alliance of Independent Restorers. What a great industry and community to be a part of. Thank you @klarkbrown for your support and and continued encouragement. Taking on a bohemoth task of creating a Restoration company from scratch has its ups and downs, massive learning curves and long hard (but rewarding) days and nights. It takes a village to create something special like this company and I humbly thank all those who are with me along the way in this journey. #independentrestorers #restorationspecialist #supportsmallbusiness #chilliwackbc #chilliwackchamberofcommerce #localbusiness #irpro #insurancerestorationpro (at Insurance Restoration Pro) https://www.instagram.com/p/CD4igbQpc1E/?igshid=cay0mhmj5im

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Just got a shipment in for our New company lids. The Team out in the field or on the Tee Box will look sharp this summer. #companyswag #companylogo #companybranding #irpro #insurancerestorationpro (at Insurance Restoration Pro) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDxW3wmJW2g/?igshid=urr03yeuztao

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Looking forward to this week and taking the Fire Loss Specialist training course put on by the RIA An in depth 3 day breakdown that deals with contracts, ethics, project management, report writing and consulting in the discipline of fire damage. #firedamagerestoration #firedamagerestorationservice #firerestoration #firerestorationcompany #chilliwackfiredepartment #localbusiness #chilliwack #insurancerestorationpro (at Insurance Restoration Pro) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDF9zPIpzwL/?igshid=e997jaluf4od

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Meet Paulo, he’s been an excellent addition to the IRPRO family of Professional Restorers. Paulo has a background of contents, moving and storage. He’s always got a smile on his face and is eager to learn the Emergency Mitigation side of the Disaster Restoration Industry. A Kind soul, quick learner with brute strength. Welcome to the IRPRO Family Paulo! Happy to have you here. #familybusiness #employeeappreciation #excellenceinservice #companyculture #restorationcompany #insurancerestorationpro #customerservice #watermitigationspecialists #serveourcommunity (at Insurance Restoration Pro) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDDaoy0JnTw/?igshid=zy3enaot3ari

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We just received another shipment of @re_u_zip zippers for our containment barrier systems. This is an amazing product and the guys out in the field are now using them for both Mitigation and Reconstruction side of our company. #reuzip #dustcontainment #waterrestorationtechnician #restorationcontractor #insurancerestorationpro #localbusiness #chilliwackbc #waterdamagespecialist #waterdamagerestoration https://www.instagram.com/p/CC4SIiVJtC9/?igshid=qj4rny5e375

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A huge thank you to Alena Wilson at XM8 Mastery for sending over the mousepad a welcome card and a notebook. This has been one of the best investments that I've made for education in the last while. The course that Alena puts on is absolutely phenomenal from beginning to mastery level for Xactimate. I will have already had a return on my investment within 2 claims, from being more efficient and knowing the proper line items to utilize. Thank you again Alena! Also if anyone out there is interested in training.... I urge you to contact her next time she opens up the enrollment for her classes. #xm8 #xm8mastery #xactimate #continuingeducation #businessinvestment #insurancerestorationpro https://www.instagram.com/p/BzwKDzcntIY/?igshid=aurmwjdgpif2

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New work horses to add to the fleet of drying equipment for water mitigation. I'll be monitoring the big guy to see how many pints per day he will pull out of the structure. Abatement Technologies has been excellent in their customer service and helping new growing companies. #abatementtechnologies #strataproperty #stratamanagers #restorationprofessionals #watermitigation #insurancerestorationpro https://www.instagram.com/p/By-eRTTHocp/?igshid=ymadlng3jked