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SERVPRO of Highland Park
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Trusted Water Extraction and Structural Drying Specialists

From a small pipe leak to catastrophic flooding, water can damage the foundation, floors, and walls of your home or business, not to mention the belongings inside. And mold growth can begin in a couple days.   

There’s not a minute to lose. Quick response can keep a bad, potentially hazardous situation from getting worse. At SERVPRO, water extraction (also known as water removal) is a key part of our water damage restoration process. Using powerful pumps and truck-mounted vacuum units, we can quickly remove hundreds or thousands of gallons of water.  

From there, structural drying begins. Using the latest drying systems, from targeted heat to controlled airflow, we’ll make sure your property is dried to the industry standard to maintain structural stability and avoid further damage.

Why Water Extraction and Structural Drying?

Water extraction is exactly what it sounds like: removing excess water from your home or business after a water emergency like a flood, leak, or backup. Structural drying removes any excess, hidden moisture that has been absorbed by structural components throughout the home.  Water extraction and structural drying are essential to:

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Prevent Mold Growth

Mold can start growing in just 24 to 48 hours. Once that growth begins, spores can spread quickly, leading to health risks and expensive cleanup and restoration.

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Minimize Structural Damage

Standing water can weaken the structural integrity of your home or business. This can make your floors, walls, and ceilings warp, deteriorate, and even collapse. Structural repairs can be extremely expensive and disruptive.

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Prevent Odors

Thoroughly drying your home after water damage will reduce the chances of unhealthy mold and mildew, along with the persistent musty smells that come with them. 

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Preserve Your Belongings

After a water-related event, your furniture, electronics, valuables, and important papers can be damaged or ruined. It’s important to get the contents of your home out of harm’s way.

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A professional insurance agent or consultant in a gray blazer meeting with two clients across a glass desk in a modern office, reviewing documents and discussing coverage options.

SERVPRO Helps with the Insurance Claim Process  

At SERVPRO, we understand that property damage can be overwhelming. With decades of experience, SERVPRO can help document damage and provide information related to the services performed that can assist customers during the insurance claim process.    

When property damage occurs, a rapid response can help limit further damage and may reduce overall restoration costs.    

Groundwater flooding is usually covered by flood insurance, not a standard homeowners policy.

What Our Customers Are Saying

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Gen McCaw
about 2 months ago

The only good thing about my house falling apart and needing repair was SERVPRO. Ozzie and his team are incredible, patient, professional, communicative and very considerate. WE have lived in our house since 2003 and needed to EMPTY IT for repairs and this was an insurmountable task that seemed impossible and daunting. Ozzie and team came in and did all the heavy lifting. LITERALLY. Not only was the packing and storage work incredible, the work they did to prep our house for repair was fast and remarkable! Servpro didn't save the day, they saved our home!

Mark M
2 months ago

The guys with SERVPRO were extremely helpful, professional and considerate. I highly recommend working with them !

Fi W
2 months ago

They are professional and did a great job with packing my belongings, demolishing the kitchen where the flood occurred and drying out the area. They also did a good job communicating.

Elizabeth Anderson
5 months ago

We had a fantastic experience with Servpro Highland Park from start to finish. From the very first call, they were incredibly responsive and friendly. They quickly assessed what needed to be done and approached everything with total professionalism. The crew was punctual, courteous, and a pleasure to have around. Ozzy was our main point of contact throughout the job and truly went above and beyond. He was easy to communicate with, knowledgeable, and made the whole process feel smooth and stress-free. Arlen, the owner, was equally great and it’s clear his attitude sets the tone for the entire team. You can tell this is a business that genuinely cares about doing right by their customers. We would absolutely work with Servpro Highland Park again and highly recommend them to anyone in need of their services. Five stars all around!

Sophie Lin
6 months ago

I had a sewage pipe crack that affected my flooring, so I contacted Servpro of Highland Park. They responded the same day, completed a full inspection, and provided a quote right away. By the next day, they had already started the cleaning process. After the pipe was repaired, their team returned a few days later for a second round of cleaning and completed a thorough disinfection. Everything was handled professionally and left clean and sanitary. Ramiro, who was the lead technician, was very polite, professional, and did an excellent job throughout the entire process. I highly recommend Servpro of Highland Park and their team. They are reliable, reasonably priced, and easy to work with. They truly deserve more than 5 stars!

Jeff A
6 months ago

Thanks guy for your service amazing. Recommend. For your drywall jobs

Martha G
6 months ago

SERVPRO of Highland Park is an amazing company! Osvaldo Chavez and his entire team have been working on our home for the last few months, and my husband and I are extremely pleased with all of the work that they have been doing! Their work ethic is outstanding!! They are very professional, dependable, accommodating, respectful and have always made themselves available to answer any and all of our questions. They show that they really care and take a lot of pride in their work. We are EXTREMELY pleased with them, and we’re very happy and feel fortunate that we chose this company to do the work at our home!!

Sevmft
6 months ago

I used SERVPRO of Highland Park for mold remediation, and the experience was excellent. Arlen explained everything from A to Z, which made a stressful situation feel much more manageable. He was clear, patient, and took the time to answer all my questions, which I really appreciated. The rest of the team was just as great, everyone was respectful and efficient.This experience completely exceeded my expectations. The coordination and communication were solid throughout. Highly recommend them!

Varand Zadoorian
6 months ago

I had an excellent experience with Servpro of Highland Park. From the beginning, their team was incredibly friendly, professional, and easy to work with. What I appreciated most was that they were never pushy—they took the time to explain everything clearly and let me make decisions without pressure. Their work was top-notch and very fair. You can tell they truly care about their customers and take pride in what they do. The entire process was smooth, and they handled everything with great attention to detail. Honestly, one of the best companies I’ve worked with. I highly recommend Servpro of Highland Park to anyone who wants reliable, honest, and high-quality service. I have their number saved in my contact and called them few times with some questions I wish all companies could be the same specially in Los Angeles which you is hard to find a companies like them. If you could talk to Arlen who has so much honest and had so much information he can give you exactly how honest information.

SERVPRO Water Extraction & Structural Drying Knowledge Center

What equipment does SERVPRO use for water extraction?

When it comes to water extraction, SERVPRO technicians have both the very latest and the tried-and-true at their disposal: 

  • Moisture detectors, hygrometers, and other meters measure the extent of moisture saturation. 
  • Infrared cameras find “hidden” water behind walls and ceilings. 
  • Submersible and gas-powered pumps are used for continuous pumping of high-level water. 
  • Truck-mounted and portable extraction units perform efficient water removal. 
After water damage, how long does it take for mold to grow?

It’s important to begin water extraction and drying immediately, since mold growth can begin just 24-48 hours after water was introduced to your home.

What’s a sump pump and what does it do?

A sump pump is a mechanical pump, often placed in a basement or crawlspace, to remove water as it accumulates in a sump pit. As the water level rises, it trips a float switch, turns on the pump, and sends the excess water away from the structure. Sump pumps help keep your basement dry and protect your home from water damage.

How long does water extraction take?

In most residential cases, water extraction takes one to three days. It depends on factors such as: 

  • The water source 
  • The amount of water 
  • How much of the home is affected 
  • Affected materials in the home like carpet, furniture, and drywall
What drying equipment does SERVPRO use?

SERVPRO technicians use industrial-grade dehumidifiers to help prevent secondary water damage like swelling and warping of floors, walls, and furniture. They use high-speed air movers to create airflow across walls, carpets, pads, and furniture, in order to accelerate the evaporation of moisture. Moisture mapping is also used to locate hidden areas that need drying. 

After water removal, how long does it take to dry out a home?

The drying process begins after standing water is removed. Drying typically takes three days to a week. But it can take longer, depending on:  

  • Type of material: wood, drywall, and other porous materials soak up more moisture and take longer to dry.  
  • Humidity levels: the higher the humidity, the longer the drying time.  
  • Saturation level: If the home is heavily saturated, drying will take longer (giving mold a chance to grow).  
Is structural drying needed after a small leak?

The amount of water you see may not be the entire picture. What’s important is not just the amount, but where the water went. A small amount of water that enters a wall, cabinetry, or flooring is often harder to detect and completely dry. Over time, that small amount of moisture can weaken the supporting materials in your home.

Should I open my windows to help with structural drying?

When the outside air is too humid, or the property needs to be kept secure, it’s best to keep the windows closed. In the case of a more humid area, such as Florida, opening windows might increase the drying time. 

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