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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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Ginny Murphy
5 months ago

Totally positive experience with the Servpro team. Skilled, meticulous and very, very nice. I highly recommend. Thank you, Servpro.

L Rigl
8 months ago

Working w Serv Pro Oceanside made my construction troubles less worrisome. Dena, Joe and Heidi were there to help me navigate my issues. They are professional, helpful and friendly. They never made me feel like I was bothering them. They were just there to help. I highly recommend their services.

Samantha kleier Forbes
12 months ago

Made a very unpleasant experience as smooth as possible- professional; fast; responsive and amazing work- I’d recommend to anyone with any issue to use serve pro!

Vera Russotti
12 months ago

I cannot recommend Servpro of Long Beach/Oceanside enough for their exceptional water damage repair. The team of Servpro with Eddie LaChapell & Matias Garcia turned a stressful disaster into a seamless repair service. They both explained the process involved, including the repair plan & timeline. The work ethics of their team is above reproach. They came on time, were respectful of home and above all their work was excellent & you would never know that we had water damage as the area looks better than before. A special shoutout to Matias Garcia and his team headed by Jose and Melvin. Matias made a stressful situation much easier. I would definitely use them again, though I hope I never have to.

Mike Cov
about 1 year ago

If you are lucky enough to have Eddie and Matias service your home you are in the best hands in the business. We had severe water damage after a sprinkler pipe broke in our one bedroom apartment. Eddie and Matias were responsive, punctual, knowledgeable and respectful. We would not have been able to get through this without their support and hard work. Matias did weekly checkins and Eddie would always manage to deliver everything we needed. It almost felt as if we were there only project even when they were really busy. The finished product looked better than we ever could have expected. Servpro is first class and we could not be more happy to have them in our corner.

Caroline Delran
about 1 year ago

Mathias and is crew was amazing, on the top of every details , in time got the all situation organized. Mathias follow up every step of the procedure. He has a great professional team They did a beautiful job in my apt. Thank you Mathias and also the cleaning team Best , Caroline

Ronald Koatz
about 1 year ago

We needed floor replacement, painting, furniture and carpet cleaning, kitchen work etc after flooding in our apartment due to pipe burst. Matthias and his crew handled everything expertly and were infinitely patient with all our requests and needs. They found solutions to every problem which arose and went out of their way to deal with every issue raised. They were always kind and helpful and we were completely satisfied with their finished work. Highly recommend!

Shelley Mulhearn
about 1 year ago

I couldn’t be more pleased with the service we received from Servpro after our water back up. Every member of the team was courteous, efficient and friendly. They were very respectful of our property and took care when removing molding so as not to damage anything. They continued to check humidity levels through the process to make sure everything was dry. The communication was great and appointments were timely. As a retired insurance executive, I have worked with various restoration services and can highly recommend Servpro!

Kim Luecken
about 1 year ago

Can’t say enough positive things about this location! Attentive and truly cares about people’s losses! Stephanie explained everything in detail and her team repaired my home as if the loss never happened!

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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