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SERVPRO of Milpitas
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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.

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VESELE UNLIMITED
12 days ago

Our family had a wonderful experience. Hormoz explained everything to us and took his time evaluating our home. Hormoz was respectful; he immediately removed his shoes each time he came inside. He showed us how the meters worked and discussed different strategies. We found Hormoz to be very knowledgeable and experienced. We were comfortable asking questions, and there was no hard sell. We also appreciated the trouble that Kimo went to in order to coordinate with us outside of normal business hours. We called based a family member's suggestion — glad we heeded the advice. I would highly recommend calling Milpitas ServPro.

Saroo A
16 days ago

Great experience with SERVPRO for water leak restoration at our rental home. Since we live far away, we were worried about managing everything remotely, but Kimo was friendly, responsive, and communicative, making the process hassle-free. Unlike others who gave us large quotes upfront, Kimo recommended only what was necessary - starting with Stage 1 mitigation and evaluating the results before considering more extensive work. We really appreciated his honesty, transparency, and guidance throughout the process. Highly recommend!

Lisa Belvoir
3 months ago

I highly recommend using Servpro! Excellent service, friendly, and professional! Hormoz took my call and was very professional and helpful with all of my questions regarding getting a mold inspection at my office. He came out right away and was very friendly when he arrived. I was very impressed with his testing devices and how thorough his mold inspection was! He had two devices: one that showed me where the moisture was in my office and a second to show me through a camera exactly what was going on inside of the walls. He recorded all of his findings during the inspection. He even found moisture coming into my office from the bathroom next door that was leaking into my office floor and walls. Lastly, he showed me water stains outside of my office building that were causing the moisture in my office walls. I was also very impressed that he and his crew were able to not only inspect the mold but also do the construction work in 5 days! I'm so happy that I used Servpro! They put me at ease during a difficult time. Thank you!

sarb singh
6 months ago

I had damage caused by a pressure washer leaking indoors and was worried by moisture build up in the floor. I called Servpro and Kimo showed up 2 hours later and quickly made measurements to assess the situation and helped explain next steps. I really appreciate the promptness and profession input.

Terry Chou
7 months ago

I found water damage on the first floor powder room after my second floor washing machine leakage which got fixed a few weeks ago. So I googled water damage repairs, another ServPro popped up. I called them, got rather rude responses. I decided to search again and found ServPro Milpitas run by Kimo. After I left a message, Kimo called me quickly and during the phone convo he was professional and supportive. I decided to have his team stop by to help. Kimo showed up on time and did a thorough investigation. He impressed me by identifying the dripping only happened when someone was taking a shower in the hallway bathroom on the second floor. I have to give Kimo credits on finding it because the dripping was on and off. His team was polite and efficient during the whole process. I have to say what kimo has done is above and beyond!!! Thanks Kimo and the team !!!

Junior Pourtarverdi
8 months ago

Kimo and his team are awesome! My washing machine started leaking and they were able to see what’s wrong and fix the water damage quickly and smoothly

Givargis Fars
10 months ago

It was an excellent experience working with Kimona. He and his team were very knowledgeable in both the restoration work and the insurance process. He was trustworthy and responsive to all of our questions and concerns.

Princess Perez
10 months ago

Kimo and Arturo are masters and should be respected as such! They helped me move to my new apartment. They were very professional, knowledgeable, and efficient. They will only touch and move things with your prior consent. They were able to dispose of all my unneeded furniture, and the furniture that I did move were intact and pristine just like they were prior to moving. Even with short notice, I was able to make an appointment and am thoroughly satisfied with their efforts and care. Thank you again Kimo and Arturo! I will definitely be recommending Servpro to people I know in need of their services.

Lauren Messegee
10 months ago

Kimo and his team responded to our emergency within 45 minutes in the middle of the night. Kimo was really helpful in sharing his experience with the insurance companies and became such a huge resource for us during their work at our house. I would highly recommend SERVPRO of Milpitas to anyone in my situation. They are fast, do great work, and are genuinely just nice people.

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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