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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.

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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:

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.

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.

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. 

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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Don Dimperio

6 months ago

I had a very unusual situation happen last month in Pittsburgh, I live in Charlotte NC. My brother who is now deceased lived in Pittsburgh. He was found deceased in his home during a wellness check after 4 days. Least I say it was a horrific scene. Cause of death was called a GI bleed out. I called ServPro and begged them to be able to clean, remove carpets and sterilize the home before we arrived. They were able to accommodate our needs in less than 24hrs. This is when our Angel from ServPro showed up, his name is Kevin Martin. He and his team arrived at the home and started their magic under his supervision. Once we got to the home it was in a condition that was more than tolerable. His knowledge, demeanor, professionalism was over the top. What struck us the most was his empathy and sympathy toward our grieving . Kevin was the perfect person at the perfect time to help get us through an extremely troubling time and situation. His encouragement and understanding of our situation made the entire ordeal went extremely well. You guys are Lucky to have him representing your company, hats off to the HR department who hired him. Thanks Again😀👍👍

Steve Merwin

8 months ago

Ok. Here is a shout out to employee , Katelyn Gout. Started rough as the office provided her with the wrong address to our church and sent her to Pittsburgh instead of Clarion county first but she took the time to still drive the entire way up here and meet me to try and help us out. This is above and beyond the call of duty and she should be commended for this act of professionalism. Such a pleasure to work with. Our little church suffered a catastrophic furnace malfunction which has caused a real mess and I personally appreciate as a service employee myself that there are some people out here willing to go above and beyond to service a customer. You folks better figure out a way to keep this girl employed with your company. There isn't many left

Brandon Holmes

over 1 year ago

Chad and his team were very professional and knowledgeable. They arrived in a timely manner and completed their work thoroughly with multiple answers to my questions about the work being performed. Would highly recommend

Jodi Fleishman

over 1 year ago

Servpro is an outstanding company to work with! They have helped us out through a sewage flood and water flood in our basement! They were thorough and very detailed explaining the process! Their kindness and expertise was invaluable!!

Claire Kelly

over 1 year ago

Katelyn, Michael and the entire crew were so kind, personable and timely during our water emergency. They remedied the situation and were easy to communicate with at all points of service. Hopefully we don’t have any water emergencies, but if we do I will definitely call this office and hope to work with this crew again. Thank you!

Robin Antanaitis

over 1 year ago

Kevin Martin is awesome! Very professional and courteous too. He even answers texts when there are homeowners questions like mind after 10pm

Jaired Thomas

over 1 year ago

So nice and completely professional. I would absolutely recommend this company and our representative Bob.The customer service was outstanding.

Joseph Campagna

over 1 year ago

I highly recommend ServPro Team Dobson. I’ve used them twice now and they were fantastic both times. Bob Jonda was my project manager/estimator and he was professional and quoted me very fair prices each time. The workers were punctual and respectful of my property. They left my house looking better than how they found it, which was the whole point of hiring them. I can’t recommend them enough, and will be referring them to everyone I know!

Flora Stalder

almost 2 years ago

This team was extremely quick, polite, and did everything that I asked. I couldn’t imagine going through our accident with any other company. The courteousness of all employees and working with my needs first. I thank them for the quick action and thoroughness.

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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Trusted Water Extraction and Structural Drying Specialists

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Why Water Extraction and Structural Drying?

Prevent Mold Growth

Minimize Structural Damage

Prevent Odors

Preserve Your Belongings

SERVPRO Helps with the Insurance Claim Process

What Our Customers Are Saying

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