Water Damage Restoration in Chatsworth

Get in touch with the experts at PuroClean of Chatsworth, CA if your property floods or experiences other water damage. We are available 24/7. Floods often result in water damage to homes, which may appear on the surface as a minor loss, but can quickly escalate into needless, extensive damage to both health and property. Timing is critical to reducing further damage. PuroClean’s licensed and trained technicians work compassionately, professionally and as quickly as possible to contain the water first. Call us today at (818) 998-3137!

Trust PuroClean of Chatsworth, CA for your Water Damage Restoration

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.

During Our Water Removal Process: Our IICRC certified PuroClean of Chatsworth, CA water damage restoration technicians ensure that the damage caused by water to your property – both visible and invisible is restored, all while caring for your property and belongings.

Mold and Odor Removal: Water losses not handled in a timely manner and dried down quickly can lead to additional damage such as microbial growth, as well as cause structural components to lose their integrity, potentially 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 determined, 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 clean and safe condition.

Odors are a sign 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: PuroClean of Chatsworth, CA strives to be transparent in all its work so that all parties are aware and confident in making decisions. Throughout the Chatsworth, CA water damage repair process, we will make sure that you and your insurance provider understand what is happening, what to expect, and what can be done.

We understand the impact this has on you and your loved ones and will help you with compassion and minimal disruption to daily life. PuroClean of Chatsworth, CA can be trusted to quickly and carefully respond to your Chatsworth, CA water damage emergency 24/7 and to salvage your property as professionally as possible.

We keep you and your insurance agent informed about our progress throughout the whole process. Our IICRC certified techs will use state-of-the-science equipment to precisely measure the extent of your damage and will restore areas with both visible and hidden water damage.

PuroClean Emergency Flood and Related Water Damage Repair Services in Chatsworth, CA

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 Chatsworth, CA

We begin by removing any standing water present on your premises using specially designed equipment strategically placed to extract all water from the area.

• When the water has been removed, any affected areas and belongings are removed to be stored or discarded. This first step happens right away and is performed using our advanced pumping machines. PuroClean will begin water removal immediately using our powerful commercial water pump machines. Upon the finishing of the water removal process, PuroClean will remove all damaged structures and/or belongings regardless if you’re keeping or trashing them.
• After the water is completely removed from the premises, the equipment is removed, and the pumped water will be disposed of at an environmentally safe location.

Dehumidification and Drying

Once all areas requiring this process have been identified, the areas are isolated and prepped for drying and dehumidification.

1. This process requires all belongings to be relocated to thoroughly complete the water removal.
2. We will place powerful air movers, focusing on the most affected areas. The most highly affected areas will be the focus, and hidden moisture will be removed by the machines. These powerful air movers are very loud.
3. These air movers are specially designed to increase evaporation in the given space and create airflow so dehumidifiers can be most effective. The water that was removed is disposed of professionally by our technicians at a separate location.
4. To make sure that everything is drying, a PuroClean technician will closely monitor moisture levels. Once moisture levels are normal, all removed property will be placed back to their original locations.

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.

Chatsworth, CA Water Damage Do’s and Don’ts

Although the repair of water damage in Chatsworth, CA is a high priority, the safety of our customers and technicians is our most important goal. The following tips will help reduce risk of suffering setbacks due to a heavy rain, flood, roof leaks or faulty plumbing or AC units; regardless of whether you’re mitigating or restoring water damage.

What You Should Do:

• Turn Water Off: Shut down your home’s water source and call a plumber for repairs.
• Be extra careful: Watch your 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 colder weather, open windows to speed drying; in hot weather, if safe, turn on your A/C.
• Prop Up Upholstery: Remove all loose cushions and prop up upholstered furniture.
• Manage Area Rugs and Obstacles: Remove rugs and pick up all items that may be sitting on the floor.
• Dry Storage Containers: Open wet suitcases and storage bins; and, if possible, have them dry in the sunlight.
• Protect Your Valuables: Paintings, artwork, and any other valuables should be relocated to a safe, dry place.
• Dry Wet Clothing: Quickly dry any wet clothes. Hang leather goods and furs to dry at room temperature.
• Protect Your Furniture: Place tinfoil or plastic underneath furniture legs on wet carpeting. Open (but do not force) drawers and cabinet doors to dry out interiors.
• Call PuroClean Immediately: Call PuroClean of Chatsworth, CA. Our certified technicians are highly skilled in Chatsworth, CA water damage repair.

What Not To Do:

• Don’t Use a Vacuum Cleaner: You can only use a wet-vac, which is produced to deal with water. DO NOT USE your regular household vacuum.
• Don’t Touch Outlets or Plugs: DO NOT PLUG OR UNPLUG any electrical appliances or touch anything that is already plugged in.
• Don’t use electrical appliances: DO NOT touch or run any electrical appliances, such as televisions, computers, radios, fans, or anything that is or may be hooked to electric power – and ESPECIALLY while standing on any wet floor, regardless of the material.
• Don’t turn up the heat: keep interiors cool, as mold grows with heat and moisture.

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 Chatsworth, CA 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 (818) 998-3137.

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

Call us now at (818) 998-3137 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.