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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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xmei lee
5 months ago

My house was repaired by Servpro's team. During the repair, I was at work, and my parents were at home. My parents witnessed the entire repair process. Every time I came home from work, my parents would praise the team for their work. Moreover, my parents didn't know English, so they used translation software to communicate patiently if any issues occurred. The team was very thoughtful and careful throughout the process. After the repair, our house was just like it was first built. This is a quality repair team, and there is no lack of effort in the work. It is a trustworthy repair team doing its best for its client. Any landlord or homeowner can rest assured to leave their repair jobs to them, and they will definitely get the desired end results.

Brent Langham
6 months ago

Very amazing work for our client was done by ServPro! Very Recommended!!

Christopher Hallock
7 months ago

Bob the builder and his team were amazing. Very polite and professional throughout the process. And the end result is beautiful! Installed new floors and fixed drywall and painted from water damage. 100% recommend!

Madisyn Cockroft
8 months ago

Earlier this year, my fuel oil furnace blew up resulting in a major puffback issue that caused soot to come out of every vent in my house, with the main damage being in my basement (see before and after photos). All of my walls, carpet, belongings, furniture, etc. had been covered in soot, which was nearly impossible (and frustrating) for my family and I to clean on our own. Our other major issue was that we had no source of heating in the middle of winter. Servpro managed to literally fix all of our problems. They quickly came to assess the situation, provided us with air purifiers, a kerosene heater, and an electric heater for our basement. They made sure that we always had our kerosene heater and the extra gas jugs they provided filled, even in the rough winter weather. The cleanup that followed was incredibly thorough, and they made sure that all of our belongings were cleaned correctly on and off-site. We had a lot of clothing, blankets, toys, collectibles, etc. that needed cleaned, and we couldn't be happier with the results. Honestly, the house is cleaner now than it was when I originally purchased it. Our carpet ended up needing removed, which they also took care of quickly and safely prepared the bare floor for our future flooring installation. Most importantly, the crew members that participated in resolving this issue were extremely helpful, detailed, professional, personable, and overall fantastic to work with. They worked with my homeowner's insurance agent directly, which made that process much less of a headache. Mikey, Tori, Olivia, Sarah, Josh, Lina, Brody, Karen, Ryan, James, and all the other crew members from Servpro were beyond helpful. My family (and our cats) cannot thank Servpro enough for making sure our house was safe and comfortable to live in during this difficult time.

Lori Kostella
about 1 year ago

We are so thankful we decided to call SERVPRO! When Mikey, Jarrett, and Sherry showed up at our door we immediately felt confident that they were the right people for the job. They, along with their great team including Zach, Brody, Aaron, Noah, and maybe a few others we did not know of, did a fantastic job mitigating the extensive damage caused by an unnoticed leaky faucet. We could not believe how quickly, yet thoroughly they all worked. In addition to their impressive workmanship, the friendly attitude and enthusiasm of each individual member of the team was greatly appreciated! We will definitely recommend SERVPRO to anyone looking for a polite, respectful, trustworthy, and hard-working team to handle any disaster they might be dealing with.

Nicole Dachille
over 1 year ago

This service was a gift from God! Wow, they showed up the day that I called them and started drying out the water damaged flooring in my bathroom. They were polite, prompt, respectful, knowledgeable and the whole team worked as a well oiled machine to get my house back in order. Shawn, Ken, Josh and Austin are amazing and I am so thankful that they were the team working on our house. I will recommend ServPro to everyone I meet because they are the best!

Tara Musser
over 1 year ago

We had Derek and his crew come help us with our flooding catastrophic mess in our bedroom and our whole basement. I have to say they were very nice and professional and did a great job.

Elise Shute
almost 2 years ago

Had a mishap with our washer just after Christmas and it flooded our finished basement. There was too much water for us to handle ourselves. We called Servpro and had a call back from Mikey in less than 30 minutes to set up a consultation. Mikey got to us ASAP, got the water extracted and set us up with equipment to dry everything out. Super friendly, communicative, professional, and efficient. The Servpro office, Mikey, and his team really came through for us over the holidays!

Emily H.
about 2 years ago

We had water damage caused by a plastic part on the back of our Whirlpool refrigerator that had snapped off one night after using the water dispenser. A lot of water rushed underneath in a short amount of time, saturated the drywall behind the refrigerator, and made its way into the basement. It was "raining" from the basement ceiling until we were able to reach the refrigerator water line shutoff valve. The very next day we opened a claim with our homeowner's insurance and SERVPRO was at our home within a couple of hours. The team that took care of our home was awesome! They made sure they covered all areas while doing the moisture mapping and knew exactly what needed to be done to help us dry the walls, basement floor, and ceiling. Highly skilled and very knowledgeable. Water damage is a stressful situation, but knowing we have SERVPRO when something like this happens is a huge relief. Thank you so much!

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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