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WATER DAMAGE RESTORATION CONTRACTOR – IT’S YOUR CHOICE.
As a water damage restoration contractor, we work hard to be available for response to your emergency. As a responsibility, we take great pride in protecting your home or business, its contents, and personal property as well as our work to quickly restore your property to a pre-loss condition, if not better.
In insurance claims, having the free ability to choose the water damage restoration company is yours and it’s the law. At no time can an insurance carrier force or make a singular recommendation of a “preferred vendor” – In warning, there is always a trade-off in becoming a “preferred vendor”.
If you have water damage due to a plumbing system, sump pump failure, flooded basement, or roof leak we can help. Water damage often happens suddenly and can quickly cause additional damage, including mold to the building materials in your home or business. Saturation often occurs faster than one might expect therefore it’s important to call a water damage restoration contractor right away. Depending on how long the water was sitting and absorbing moisture can spread throughout underlayment, carpet padding, and drywall and cause damage to adjoining rooms or areas as well.
Onsite Inspections / Estimates are always provided free of charge and at no obligation.
As a water damage restoration contractor, it’s often difficult to predict the scope or size of a property loss without performing an onsite inspection. During that initial inspection, our teams are trained and experienced in using moisture meters to document the current moisture content of affected building materials including thermal imaging to identify all areas of moisture and hidden pockets of water damage.
Pro-tip: The primary goal of any inspection must be to identify all affected materials. Failure to do so can and will lead to secondary damages up to and including mold growth.
Regardless of which water damage restoration contractor you select, make sure they use the proper tools for your project. Not including the tools already mentioned, there is we use specialized equipment to get the water out of your home or business. Truck-mounted powerful vacuums can be used to suck the water up and out of the carpet and padding, pumps can be used to pump out standing water and drain basements, and low amp – high CFM air movers can be used to dry any remaining moisture.
The key to water damage is to get the water out as quickly as possible to ensure that it doesn’t have time to cause more harm to the structure. Our team of experts has the knowledge, experience, and tools of the trade in performing the project correctly. That’s Guaranteed.
From Leaking Pipes, Overflowing Toilets to Sudden Storms and Flooding
In being part of the restoration industry for more than 20 years as a water damage restoration contractor, our company understands that water damage isn’t always sudden, and it’s not always known until serious signs of damage such as mold and rot or personal property loss occur
In addition to potential damage and loss of property, there are numerous health risks to you, your family, or your employees that continue to increase the longer moisture is left in your home or business. Toxic mold can grow in hidden areas like between the walls and go unnoticed for years. There are few if any areas of your residence where these spores can’t thrive. Given the prime conditions, molds can form in as little as 24 to 48 hours after a loss. Often, mold remediation is not covered under a home or business owner’s insurance policy so it’s important to contact a water damage restoration contractor right away.
The materials used in building your home or business are becoming more and more susceptible to damage caused by water or excess moisture, even high relative humidity can take a serious and very damaging toll on the structure. Carpets will delaminate, drywall will absorb moisture rapidly, and insulation inside your walls and ceilings will compact and become useless in insulating your residence. The baseboards, casing, and trim throughout many homes today are made of cardboard and will become permanently distorted, in addition to becoming the perfect breeding ground for mold.
Standards – An IICRC Guideline to Water Damage
As a water damage restoration contractor, we know there are 3 categories that water damage is classified under:
- Category 1-This is the least harmful to your health. At this level, it is usually clean water, such as a water line break that is flooding the home or basement that has not come into contact with other building materials or contaminants. Examples include fresh water supply lines, sink overflows, and toilet overflows from the tank. This kind of damage is simple to clean up and get repaired quickly.
- Category 2-At this level grey water has been put into the mix. Things like a drain to the shower have been leaking or backed up the sump pump that can let water back in. This water can contain microorganisms that can make you sick if not dealt with properly. Backed-up dishwashers and drains have food particles that these organisms feed on. Wearing gloves is definitely a good idea.
- Category 3-This category poses the most serious health threat and should only be treated by a water damage restoration contractor. This water contains sewage and can be a backed-up septic tank or toilet. It could also be due to stagnant surface water from nearby. This water could contain life-threatening fungi, bacteria, viruses, and other microbes and have the greatest damaging effects on your home or business. Often, all materials will need to be removed, with the area cleaned and sanitized prior to rebuilding. Due to the possible health risks, this water should not for any reason be handled by the average homeowner. A professional, such as a water damage restoration contractor, should tend to this matter.
Water Damage can cause Health Issues
It’s important to remember that upon discovering any type of water damage, your first call should be to a qualified water damage restoration contractor. Time is of the essence.
This means keeping your eyes and ears open, leaks in the roof often don’t show to the ceiling until a long period of time has gone by. By that point, the water damage is extensive as it has now leaked through the roof, insulation, and ceiling. That drip could be going on for years, and if heard, could be repaired rather quickly.
When you call let the water damage restoration contractor know the issues and where you think the water is coming from. This will help them be prepared for what is at hand.
The Water Damage Restoration Contractor – Facing the Water Damage
Among many other causes, roof damage is very common in Columbus, Ohio due to storms and snow. Keeping your roof inspected and under proper maintenance is critical in helping prevent water damage from occurring. Roof damage can be small as well, things like hail or even a missing shingle can allow the water in. Water will slowly creep under other shingles. It will seep into the underlayer of the roof and spread. This is when a small problem becomes a huge issue in only a matter of time.
Finding the issue when it’s just a small problem can save thousands of dollars in damage repair, prevent secondary damage, and go a long way in keeping the value of your property as it should be.
Untreated damages and water issues can lead to elevated expenses and repair costs down the road. There can be unforeseen health risks due to it getting into the structure further than the untrained eye would know. Mold, mildew, and rot are all very common.
Water Damage? Contact iDry Columbus – Your Local Water Damage Restoration Contractor
Master Certified and built from concept to performance. iDry Columbus – Water Damage Cleanup is available 24 hours a day in response to any emergency water damage situation you find your home or business in.
Avoiding preferred relationships with insurance carriers and foregoing discounted rates and agreements in exchange for property damage claims allows us to serve only our clients. Every service we have the opportunity to provide is proudly backed and guaranteed for as long as you own your home or business.
Continually raising the bar in property damage restoration. Providing service for everything from water damage cleanup, flooded basement, water extraction, sewage cleanup, and mold removal. We are Master Certified, and it’s Guaranteed.
Your home is your sanctuary. It’s where you made years of memories with your family. It’s where you changed jobs, where your kids took their first steps, where they got into college, and where you celebrated years of holidays.
So when a storm comes knocking, the last thing you want to think about is water damage–especially when that damage is so expensive to repair.
But if you want your home to stay your sanctuary, you need the right water damage restoration company. Here, we’re walking you through each stage of the restoration process, from the first look to the last nail.
We're Here for Your Water Damage Problems
At iDry Columbus, we’re experts at fixing water damage. We start by checking your home to see how bad the damage is. We use special tools to measure how wet your home is.
We check areas like baseboards, ceilings, and floors in damaged rooms. This helps us know how much water has seeped in. If your home needs drying equipment, we’ll put dehumidifiers in place while we talk to your insurance company.
Getting Rid of Water
The next big step is removing the water in your home. We need to do this to stop the damage from getting worse.
We need to take out all the wet things in the damaged rooms. This includes:
- Rugs
- Furniture
- Clothes
- Toys
Once we get rid of the water, we’ll work on drying the area. This means we may have to take out wet surfaces on the floor, walls, or ceilings. The goal is to get as much water out of the room as possible.
Drying the Room
After removing the water, we’ll start drying the room.
During this step, we’ll use tools like:
- Dehumidifiers
- Floor drying systems
- Air movers
- Heaters
This stage takes longer because we need to make sure all the moisture is gone before we can start fixing things.
Fixing the Damage
When the damaged rooms are dry, we can start fixing things. You can start replacing floors, walls, cabinets, and other things while we keep drying other areas.
Do you need help with water damage? If so, you’re in the right place. iDry Columbus is here to help you.
We’re proud to offer comprehensive water damage restoration services to Columbus and surrounding areas, whether you’re dealing with a burst pipe or an emergency.
If you need help, no matter the time of day, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Emergency flood water extraction and attic mold removal services are available around the clock and around the state.
We take great pride in the fact that our services are ranked and reviewed highly throughout Columbus and surrounding communities. We’ve built on our relationships with home and business owners, insurance carriers, adjusters, and agents throughout the state and across the Nation to ensure that your needs are met and every damage claim is prepared, serviced, and resolved quickly.
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Real Stories from Our Satisfied Customers
At iDry Columbus, we take pride in delivering exceptional service. But don’t just take our word for it. Read on to hear directly from our customers about their experiences. These testimonials reflect our commitment to excellence and our dedication to restoring homes and businesses in Columbus, Ohio, and the surrounding areas.
