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Whether you are the victim of a flood or your plumbing sprang a leak while you're on vacation, The Clean Trust, formerly known as the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) offers some helpful suggestions on what to do. [Note: Ad or content links featured on this page are not necessarily affiliated with The Clean Trust and should not be considered a recommendation or endorsement by The Clean Trust.]
It is a frustrating experience trying to restore your home after significant water damage has occurred. Removing surface water and moisture is fairly simple: mop or wet vacuum, use fans to promote evaporation, and increase ventilation. However, water and moisture goes much deeper - such as structural cavities and assemblies - where mops, vacuums, and fans can't reach. Sadly, property owners often become aware too late of the on-going effects of trapped water on structural and contents material, such as: discoloration, warping, splitting, delamination, and musty odor and mold growth.
Ineffective restoration can have costly consequences, both in your pocket book, and possible health related risks.
To avoid such risks and consequences, the best way to determine what is safe and what to keep after water damage is to call in a certified water restoration professional. The Clean Trust provides a locations list of certified professionals that can help. They are trained and have experience removing excess water, and are familiar with the essential steps and tactics that are necessary to establish dehumidification and restoration conditions to stop on-going damage and restore your home.
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