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SERVPRO of East Meadow / Westbury
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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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Rose Canale
8 months ago

The workers were all very efficient and neat. Michael was so pleasant and such a hard worker!

Susan Cacioppo
10 months ago

SERVPRO came immediately on Easter Sunday when my mom’s apartment flooded, and we couldn’t be more grateful. Steve and his team were exceptional from start to finish. They quickly remediated the water damage, salvaged and carefully packed what furniture could be saved, removed warped wood floors and carpet, and completely rebuilt the apartment. The final result is even better than it was before the flood. I would wholeheartedly recommend Steve and SERVPRO again and again.

karen boado
12 months ago

Devin came to asses and brought kindness and calm to the situation.. Devin’s “crew” under his direction was amazing taking the ceiling down and cleaning up after the condo maintenance opened it up Servpro Crew setting up the “tent” and dehumidifier n fans and removing and cleaning up was quick and simple. Devin kept in contact and met with my Travelers adjuster ..both to work out what is best for the client

Norman Gong
12 months ago

I was very satisfied with the work. The employees of ServPro were a pleasure to have cleaning, sanitizing, and steam cleaning carpets. Took longer than expected but was satisfied of the cleaning.

Stuart Abbott
about 1 year ago

Quick response time and professional at all times.Job completed in a few days. Ready to get the restore done now. Highly recommend using their services.

Karen Schneider
over 1 year ago

Paul and his team were so lovely to work with. Excellent communication around next steps and what to expect, which was so helpful in planning around our three kids, two cats, and one dog throughout construction. Paul was so responsive and easy to reach, always available to take care of any of our concerns. He made what could have been a very stressful situation feel as seamless and painless as possible! Looking forward to project part 2!

Karin Penny
almost 4 years ago

After a relaxing vacation I came home to find that my laundry room had a flood. It didn’t look that bad, but knowing that the floor was affected I contacted my insurance company. I was dreading the next few months with what the process would be. Insurance company reached out to Servepro and from the on, I felt at ease. Ahran, from Servepro contacted me and was at my home later that evening. He was professional, very thorough and explained the entire process. Thru out the next week his team cleaned out that room, took up what was left of the floor and had the fans and air mats laid out to ensure the area was dried properly. Ahran had concern about the hallway outside that room and due to his attention to detail, it was determined that flooring also had to be repaired and it was covered by insurance as well. What should have been a stressful experience, wasn't. Ahran was always available to answer questions and ensured that everything was documented properly for the insurance company. Every process was explained and a timeline given and upheld. I couldn't be more thankful to him and his team! I highly recommend them!

Andrew Hoffman
over 4 years ago

I was told by a visitor who came into my basement that I have toxic black mold there. I went on line looking to get experts to my basement and was able to get someone from Servproeastmeadowwestbury there within less than 24 hours. I was expecting to get robbed by this company to charge me an arm and a leg. Fortunately, Tyler from Servpro showed up at my house and looked through every part of my basement. Tyler informed me that he did not find any mold in my basement and that there is no need to do anything. Tyler did not charge me any money to come do this inspection. I was so relieved. If I ever need to hire a company for any cleanup or restoration problem, I will only call Servpro. I'm proud of my integrity, which isn't seen in society that much any more, but Tyler and Servpro have integrity too, which I must let everyone else know about too. I can only leave a five star review, but if I could have left a fifty star review I would have given them at least ten thousand stars. Thanks again for your honesty and not taking advantage of people!

Eric M. Lustgarten
over 4 years ago

NICK BURFORD is a Truly Professional Electrician who provided me with Fast, Emergency Electrical Assistance and Service. The situation at my Apartment in Manhattan was unexpected and uniquely difficult, requiring speed, knowledge and certainty. “ARSDKELECTRIC” (.Com) is a Top Flight, Highly Experienced, Generationally & Family owned Master Electrician’s Service Company. (* Unfortunately, the Google Review Options do NOT List Electric Services. So I am ‘Listing’ it in my Review here.) Briefly, I owned a Cooperative that I was selling. The owner I purchased it from over 20 years ago had reconfigured the Unit, moving the Kitchen to create a walk in closet with a large additional alcove. When he did this, he only Capped the Main Gas Line without attaching a “Cut Off Valve”. When the owner moved the Kitchen he used top quality electric Cooktop instead of running a new gas line to the new location for a gas Range. For 20 years I assumed it was very simple to just reconnect the Gas Line to the New Gas Range I had already bought. This would have been relatively easy 10-20 years ago. However, these days… It is a nightmare to do. Requiring City Permits, shutting down the entire building’s Gas Risers and far more. Bottom Line, I needed a new, Real Electric Range. This required a lot of highly technical work in order to meet Standards, provide enough Amps and pass Inspection for the new buyer. Time was of the essence. Suffice it to say that Nick worked for 12 hours straight into the Night, returning the next morning to be certain that all Systems were even better and above standards. Nick, Thank You for saving my deal and my life. I cannot recommend any electrician more highly. He got it done ! Gratefully, Eric M Lustgarten.

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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