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SERVPRO of Putnam County
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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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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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Victoria Venditto
10 days ago

Professional, prompt, and thorough. I had my whole house deep cleaned to spotless perfection to prepare for selling. Entire staff was incredibly responsive, flexible, and friendly. They were respectful of my home and worked efficiently to get all the work done, including ladder work to get to the high ceiling ledges and hard-to-reach areas. Everything was properly cleaned from top to bottom, and it looks like a whole new house now. Very happy with this service and with the people I worked with to arrange and schedule. Thank you so much!

Dan Campbell
2 months ago

We used SERVEPRO of Putnam County to clean the basement of our home in Bedford Hills before putting it on the market. My family and I lived in the house for 24 years, and the basement had become our main storage area. It took us a couple of weeks to sort through everything, throwing away or hauling the majority to the town dump. While the finished half of the basement was fine, the unfinished side was a mess and would not have shown well to prospective buyers. My wife contacted Stephanie Bellofatto, Director of Commercial and Residential Accounts for the company to inspect the basement and provide an estimate. Stephanie was extremely knowledgeable and professional. She let us know exactly what the job entailed and when everything was going to be done. Her follow up was great! I highly recommend SERVEPRO of Putnam County. The team is honest, hardworking, great to deal with, and very good at what they do.

Arthur Cerrati
4 months ago

When a condensate line in our attic cracked, it caused extensive water damage throughout our home. What started in the attic ruined insulation, damaged the ceiling and walls of our second-floor office, destroyed carpeting, affected furniture and electronics, damaged hardwood flooring in our master bedroom closet, and even leaked into our kitchen below. I contacted Stephanie, and from that moment forward, her team was exceptional. Over the course of a week, multiple crews worked diligently to mitigate the damage. They carefully moved furniture, protected our ceramic tile, hardwood stairs, and hallway floors, removed damaged sheetrock and carpeting, and set up dehumidifiers and air movers throughout the affected areas. Every step of the process was handled with professionalism and care. What impressed me most was their attention to detail and commitment to doing the job correctly. They didn't simply dry what was visible and move on. They returned regularly to monitor moisture levels and, when their equipment indicated that the hardwood flooring in our closet was not drying properly, they immediately took action. They carefully packed our clothing into garment boxes, removed the affected flooring, and continued the drying process to ensure no hidden moisture remained. Their communication was outstanding. They always called before arriving, explained exactly what they would be doing, kept us informed of next steps, documented everything thoroughly, and worked directly with our insurance adjuster by providing photographs and damage reports. Having experienced water damage in a previous home, I've unfortunately seen how these situations can be mishandled. This experience was the complete opposite. Every employee we encountered was professional, courteous, knowledgeable, and genuinely concerned about helping us through a difficult situation. Having major water damage in your home is like needing surgery—you never want to be in that position, but when you are, you're grateful for skilled professionals who know exactly what they're doing. Having the right people helping you through it can make all the difference. Stephanie and her team turned an unpleasant situation into a remarkably smooth and reassuring experience. I would recommend them without hesitation to anyone facing water damage or needing remediation services.

Poonam Gupta
5 months ago

The entire Servpro team is stellar from Stephanie who coordinated over a weekend to Scott who came first thing to inspect to Holly who managed the schedule and the team who came the next day to get started on the clean up and remediation. We discovered a sewage leak with a bio-hazardous situation in our crawl space and Servopro team lived to their tag line - "it is like it never happened". They were prompt, courteous, efficient and super responsive. I would highly recommend anyone considering their services.

James Lavoie
6 months ago

Servpro was excellent. Fast courteous service. For something that happens unexpectedly call servpro.

Jared Troy
8 months ago

When I had a burst pipe in my home, I called ServPro Putnam for remediation of water damage. I worked with Stephanie Bellofatto and she was fantastic! She helped coordinate everything and I had a team at my house the next day and they handled all the insurance work for me. Very professional and timely. They setup all the equipment, dried out my home and inspected for any water/mold damage that we couldn't see. After the remediation, they made sure the house was dry and that there was no further damage or mold. Highly recommend ServPro of Putnam and make sure you ask for Stephanie!

Marty Walsh
11 months ago

Company responded in a flash and did a thorough and professional job. If I could give them more than a 5 star rating I would

Dennis Goodhart
11 months ago

I am a Real Estate Broker active in Westchester, Putnam, Duchess, Rockland & Orange counties. I have worked with Stephanie Bellofatto for several years and have recommended Serv Pro of Putnam on several occasions. Most recently I recommended them to my client to remediate a mold situation in his house. From beginning to end their team is professional, understands not only the work that needs to be done, but how to do it and at a fair and reasonable price. Do not hesitate to call them. I'm sure you will be pleased with their work.

Kathleen J Zazza
11 months ago

In times of turmoil it is good to know that there are well run professional organizations available to help you. My Allstate Insurance Agent, Marabelle Brenes recommended Servpro to aid in the cleanup resulting from a clogged trap. My initial contact was Stephanie Bellafatto who handled all the organization and coordination from initial review with Justin to preparation for cleanup. Justin was professional and clear in the explanation of what to expect. The 3 gentlemen who did the cleanup , Matt,Carlos and Tommy were professional, courteous and excellent in their work The area was left clean and well prepped. Matt explained exactly what was done for clarity. My expectations were clearly surpassed and I recommend this organization without reservation.

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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