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Water Damage Mitigation |
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Emergency Water
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Fire Sprinkler Cleanup |
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Water Damage Restoration |
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Water Extraction |
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Wall Moisture |
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Broken Water Lines |
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Water Damage Repair |
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Dehumidification |
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Leaking Roofs |
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Water Damage |
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| Dry Force Water Damage
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| 1227 Wade Green Circle NW
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| Acworth, Georgia 30102
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(770) 579-8255
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| Hiring
an Acworth Water Mitigation Specialist? |
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November 5th,
2019 |
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When the torrential
downpour finally stopped, and the water subsides, many households realize
that their home has suffered severe damage. To make matters worse, the
water might be contaminated with animal droppings, decaying insects, bacteria,
fluids and oils from the roadways along with pesticides and fertilizers
washed in from the neighboring yards. When this happens, it is essential
to hire a water mitigation companies Acworth specialist to ensure the home
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Evaluating the Problems |
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Generally, a
water mitigation companies Acworth specialist will offer 24-hour emergency
services. This is to ensure that they arrive at the home within a few hours
after the flooding has occurred. Their quick arrival can have them begin
the process of cleaning up to avoid the potential growth of harmful contaminants
including bacteria, fungus, mildew and mold. |
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Their first
steps into the home will be taken cautiously when looking to evaluate the
problem. This is because the flooded water may be compromising the electrical
system, creating a potential for electrocution. In addition, there may
be broken glass, exposed nails, or other sharp hazardous items that are
impossible to see beneath the murky water. Often times, reptiles and small
animals take shelter inside the home to get out of the flooded waters outside. |
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Wearing Proper Gear |
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The skilled
professional understands the importance of wearing proper gear when inspecting,
evaluating and restoring the home to its pre-flood condition. This includes
wearing a professional organic vapor respirator, eye protection, rubber
gloves, and protective clothing. The professional will ensure that the
areas ventilated properly by opening windows and using fans. They will
perform their duties away from the fan to minimize any potential cross
contamination. |
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Evaluating Items |
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The skilled
water mitigation companies Acworth specialist will begin to develop a plan
of exactly what items and building materials can stay in the home, and
what will need to be discarded. This usually includes throwing away porous
items that easily absorb the contaminated water. In addition, items constructed
out of particleboard, box springs, pillows, mattresses, carpeting, carpet
pad, drywall, paper goods and other organic items will likely be discarded
if they become wet. Some household fabrics and wet clothing might be salvageable
if properly cleaned and dried to remove stains and contamination. |
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Locating Saturated Areas |
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Flooding often
brings with it unseen saturated areas in the home. These pockets of saturation
can exist behind walls, inside insulation, under flooring materials and
in furniture. Usually, everything located below the noticeable flood line
on the wall will need to be discarded as part of the restoration process. |
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Clean, Sanitize and Dry |
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Before the process
of cleaning the area, sanitizing items, and drying the home completely,
all expose durable materials (joists & studs) and wall cavities will
need to be thoroughly cleaned using detergent solutions and a pressure
washer. Only then, can there be a liberal application of disinfectant solutions |
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Preventing Mold |
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The appearance
of mold usually does not make itself obvious until a few days after flooding
has subsided. However, mold and other harmful contaminants thrive in Acworth’s
moist environment, especially when harboring on organic material. Part
of the duties performed by experienced a water mitigation companies Acworth
specialist is to perform mold remediation using the latest advancements
in technology, chemicals and equipment. |
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Once the specialist
has thoroughly dried out the area, rebuilding can begin. This will prevent
any future structural damage and potential dry rotting. Reconstruction
of the area happens only after the moisture content registers at 15 percent
or lower. |
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It is essential
to hire a professional team that specializes in water damage restoration.
They will have all the proper tools, equipment and experience to perform
extraction, dehumidifying, drying and moisture measuring to ensure the
process is complete. |
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