Water Damage Restoration in North Metro Atlanta

Get in touch with the experts at PuroClean of North Metro Atlanta if your property floods or experiences other water damage. We are available 24/7. Floods can result in water damage to homes, which may appear on the surface as a minor loss, but can quickly turn into needless, extensive damage to both property and health.

Timing is important to reduce further damage. PuroClean’s licensed and certified technicians work compassionately, professionally and as quickly as possible to contain the water first. Call us today at (770) 720-2320!

Trust PuroClean of North Metro Atlanta for your Water Damage Remediation

PuroClean QuickDry System™

Our QuickDry systems is designed to dry affected structural materials and contents and in a timely and effective manner can include:

• A thorough assessment and inspection of the structure to determine what’s wet and how wet structural materials and contents are with infrared cameras and moisture meters.
• The removal of standing water.
• The application of specialized drying equipment.
• Daily inspections and monitoring until materials have reached their pre-loss condition and established drying goals.

Water Removal Process: PuroClean of North Metro Atlanta‘s certified technicians respectfully care for your property and belongings while ensuring water damage, both seen and unseen, is restored.

Mold and Odor Removal: Water losses not handled and dried down quickly can lead to secondary damage such as microbial growth, as well as cause structural components to lose their integrity, possibly impact indoor air quality, and may ultimately result in compromised occupant health issues to develop. PuroClean’s IICRC certified technicians follow industry standards to properly remediate mold that has infected and/or damaged and return the property to a pre-loss condition. Once a scope of remediation and repair has been established, they will implement engineering controls and containment to prevent cross-contamination to unaffected areas of a building utilizing negative pressure with HEPA air filtration devices. A remediation protocol is developed to remove contaminants by:

• The removal of compromised materials and contents per industry standards.
• A thorough cleaning using HEPA air filter devices and HEPA vacuums.
• A thorough cleaning of all surfaces with cleaning solutions that can include EPA registered disinfectants, followed by another HEPA vacuuming of all surfaces.

Many people use bleach to clean mold; however, this is an ineffective strategy as bleach does not kill the spores; it only bleaches them. PuroClean’s mission is to return your property to a safe and clean condition.

Odors are an indicator that something could still be wet. If something has a musty pungent odor it can indicate microbial issues that can create MVOC’s (microbial volatile organic compounds) and can cause health related issues. PuroClean’s approach is to follow industry standards to develop the right scope of repair for your home or business, which includes employing specialized equipment, cleaning practices, followed by recommending a clearance test to ensure your property has reached the desired goal.

Ongoing Communication: During the North Metro Atlanta water damage repair process PuroClean works with you and your insurance company to keep you both in the loop on what’s happening, what to expect and what to do. It is our goal at PuroClean of North Metro Atlanta to be transparent, to ensure all parties impacted stay fully aware of what’s happening and are able to make decisions confidently.

We respect the impact this has on you and your family and will assist you with compassion and minimal disruption to daily life. PuroClean of North Metro Atlanta can be counted on to quickly and carefully respond to your North Metro Atlanta water damage emergency 24/7 and to salvage your property as professionally as possible.

Our certified technicians use advanced equipment to accurately measure just how bad the water damage is and to thoroughly restore your property that has been affected by both water damage that can be seen and unseen. We will continue to keep you and your insurance provider updated on our progress every step of the way.

PuroClean Emergency Flood and Related Water Damage Repair Services in North Metro Atlanta

Water Damage Assessments:

• Our technicians will first conduct a thorough assessment, perform daily inspections and monitoring to develop drying strategies and answer: What’s wet, how wet is it, is it drying, and has it reached its dry standard.
• The assessment helps determine what damaged material may need to be removed due to structural integrity issues, damage not restorable, or contamination. Our goal is to dry all materials such as drywall, wood, carpet and padding, baseboards, furniture, insulation, furniture, upholstery, and more, providing they are not contaminated, or structurally compromised according to industry standards.

Emergency Extraction of Water in North Metro Atlanta

We start out by strategically using commercial water removal equipment that will quickly get rid of standing water.

• The first step consists of immediate water removal with our advanced water pumps. Once the water has been extracted, all affected belongings and structures will be removed and stored or discarded.
• Upon completion, the equipment will be removed, and the water is discarded elsewhere by PuroClean’s professionals.

Drying & Dehumidification

Once all areas needing attention have been identified, the areas are marked off and prepped for drying and dehumidification.

1. To ensure this process can be completely performed, removal of belongings and upholstery will be necessary.
2. Air moving machines will be placed strategically in the most affected areas. The areas that contain the most moisture will be the focus to pull out trapped water. Keep in mind these machines are very loud.
3. The water is sucked into the air by the air movers, which are specially designed to increase evaporation in the given space and create airflow so dehumidifiers can be most effective. PuroClean technicians will make sure the water is disposed of in another location.
4. PuroClean technicians will put back any relocated items to where they belong once moisture levels return to normal. The technicians monitor humidity levels closely during the drying process to make sure that proper drying is happening.

Final Cleaning Processes

Odors can form in a carpet that has been water damaged very easily due to soils and potentially from other issues such as mildew and may spread beyond the affected area to your entire home or business. PuroClean’s professional process of cleaning, deodorizing and spot removal will safely and effectively remove soils and organics that are odor-causing.

• Our technicians will begin with a complete inspection and dry vacuuming of your carpet.
• To properly repair the affected carpet, where needed, your furniture may require repositioning.
• Pre-treatments may be required for heavily soiled areas, spots, or pet odors.
• Post cleaning treatments can include textile or fiber protection, the cleaning of hard surfaces and contents that can help protect and prolong the value of your property.

PuroClean North Metro Atlanta‘s Water Damage Dos and Don’ts

Water damage repair in North Metro Atlanta is very important, but the safety of all parties is our first priority. Whether mitigating or restoring water damage, the following tips will help reduce the risk of you suffering a setback due to a heavy rain, flood, problem plumbing, leaking AC, or roof.

What You Should Do:

• Shut Off Water: Shut off your home’s water source and call a plumber for repairs.
• Be very careful: Watch where you step as flooring may be slippery and wet. Keep a lookout for obstacles and any exposed wiring. USE CAUTION.
• Remove Water: Mop up as much water as possible. In cool weather, open windows to speed drying; in hot weather, if safe, turn on your A/C.
• Upholstery should be propped up: Any loose cushions and upholstered furniture should be propped up in a dry place.
• Deal with Area Rugs and Obstacles: Take out rugs and pick up any items that are sitting on the floor.
• Dry Storage Containers: Storage containers like wet suitcases and storage boxes should be opened and dried in the sunlight if at all possible.
• Protect Your Valuables: Paintings, artwork, and any other valuables should be relocated to a safe, dry place.
• Dry Wet Clothing: Quickly dry any wet garments. Hang leather goods and furs to dry at room temperature.
• Protect Furniture: Put tinfoil or plastic underneath furniture legs on wet carpeting. Open (but don’t force) drawers and cabinet doors to dry out interiors.
• Call PuroClean Immediately: Call PuroClean of North Metro Atlanta. Our certified technicians are highly skilled in North Metro Atlanta water damage repair.

What You Should Not Do:

• Do not operate a vacuum cleaner: DO NOT USE your regular household vacuum cleaner. You may use a wet vac or wet/dry vac that is designed to handle water cleanup.
• Do not touch electrical outlets: Leave cords alone. If it’s plugged in, leave it and if it is not plugged in, leave it. Do not touch any cords at all.
• DO NOT USE APPLIANCES: DO NOT USE TVs, radios, computers, ceiling fans, or any other electrical appliances while standing on wet floors or carpets, particularly tile or concrete floors.
• Do not turn on your heat: The cooler you keep your affected area, the better. Hotter areas promote mold growth.

Our Frequently Asked Questions

Below are the questions typically asked by our PuroClean customers:

What happens if I have a flood late at night and need assistance?

We at PuroClean of North Metro Atlanta are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and will respond to your call for assistance at any time and on any day. We restore your property as if it were our own and will ensure the damage will be in a better state than it originally was. Call us now at (770) 720-2320.

What do I need to do to get a free estimate, or how much does it cost?

Call us now at (770) 720-2320 for a free estimate of our water damage services.

Does homeowners insurance cover flooding or water damage? Do you work with insurance companies to minimize the cost and hassle?

Homeowners insurance provides coverage for sudden and accidental damage (such as water heater ruptures or pipe bursts). However, flood damage, no matter the water source, is NOT covered by standard homeowners policies. Also, a standard homeowners insurance policy will not cover water damage that results from a lack of maintenance.