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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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Olivia Baumgartner
3 days ago

I am so grateful for everyone here. I was so overwhelmed and stressed, not knowing what to do. They were so much help. Explained everything to me so that i understood the process. They honeslty did such a great job!

Karen D
about 2 months ago

A fire in our garage caused major damage and Justine led the final project phase of reconstruction and repairs. Justine provided excellent service and worked closely with our insurance company for us. She always responded immediately to our questions, kept us informed on a daily basis, followed up after completion of each step, listened to our concerns, and worked diligently to move our repairs and reconstruction forward as quickly as possible. She helped to make the whole situation more tolerable and our garage looks even better than before the fire! Thank you Servpro and Justine!

Drea VanDeWalle
4 months ago

The carpet that we got done was black and it kind of stunk. Servpro was there the day after we called and when they were all done it looked like they put new carpet in. 😄 It smelt amazing and besides for a few permanent, small stains, the carpet was white.

Jim Demeny
6 months ago

This team was terrific, my contact was Jeremy and he’s terrific, my lead today was Mike, the whole team was fantastic, totally up front and honest, told me what I needed and didn’t need, I would never consider any other company

Troy Pleau
8 months ago

I came home on a Friday night to find water pouring down from the upstairs into my finished basement. After turning off the water I called Servpro. I received an immediate call back from a Manager asking for details. Even though it was a Friday night he suggested I get someone there sooner than later. He already had a crew busy but was still able to get another crew from Appleton. They came and did a great job, they were very mindful of my house and put down plastic and protectants all over. The lead on the crew was knowledgeable and made me feel at ease. They had obviously experienced this same thing before and had a plan and a process for immediate clean up. They eventually suggested a plan to build tubes forcing air into the walls and ceiling once initial clean up was done. They returned the next day and setup a perimeter that dried out the areas needed, leaving the other areas unaffected. All members of the team were very friendly and easy to communicate with. They came back multiple times to test the dryness and confirm I could begin the remodel process. From the original people that came and helped to the transition to the next group that handled the remodel they were great. The office contact did a great job explaining who I talked with next and how the process worked with my insurance company etc. I really cant think of anything they could have done better. Thanks and job well done Servepro team.

Kristy Pigott
8 months ago

Wanted to give a shoutout to the team at ServPro! We had a minor flood in our duplex basement due to excessive melting/rain and sump pumps failed. Mike, Alyssa, Ben, Brent, Zach (and many more names I don’t remember) made it easy trusting each step of the way with the detour process. Communication was spot on and we were able to work around our tenants busy schedules! Highly recommended and will call again for any future needs! Thank you so much!

Morgan Fick
8 months ago

When an unexpected leak happened in our kitchen ServPro did an amazing job at restoring our floor and putting everything back together! I cannot say enough great things about our project manager Justine. She was absolutely amazing in every way! She stayed on top of everything, responded quickly and showed that she truly cared about getting our space back to normal. I always appreciate working with someone who is great at communication! We love how everything turned out and would highly recommend using ServPro to any of our friends or family.

Sue Baumann
8 months ago

Servepro is great to work with. Friendly staff. But, one of the subcontractors left quite a mess of their dried drywall on the floor. I would definitely recommend them again

Scott Duffield
8 months ago

Ben and the rest of the team did a great job. They were with me the entire way through the process and made sure everything was done correctly.

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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