Something as simple as a leaky faucet or as major as a burst pipe are often causes of significant water damage. Whatever the cause, large or small, PuroClean of Eliot, ME is prepared to respond quickly and remove standing water and moisture from your property in or around Eliot, ME. Your home or business is in good hands and will be taken care of by our trained techs. Our goal is to avoid additional damage and avoid the risk that mold will affect the structure or your belongings. Don’t wait to call us anytime, at (603) 570-6996.

Trust PuroClean of Eliot, ME 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.

The Water Removal Process: The PuroClean of Eliot, ME has IICRC certified technicians that will ensure the visible and invisible water damage is restored, while respectfully caring for your property and belongings.

Mold and Odor Removal: Water losses not handled 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. PuroClean’s IICRC certified technicians follow industry best practices 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 approach 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 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 business or home, 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 will work with you and your insurance company throughout the Eliot, ME water damage repair process, to ensure you both know what is happening, what to expect and what you can do. At PuroClean of Eliot, ME, we strive to be transparent to ensure all parties involved are fully informed and making confident decisions.

Here at PuroClean of Eliot, ME, you can always trust us to respond to Eliot, ME water damage emergencies with urgency and sensitivity 24/7. We will perform our work professionally and thoughtfully when restoring your property. We will strive to be here for you with as much compassion and as little disruption to your daily life. We respect and understand that this is a hard situation to be in.

We will consistently stay in contact with you and your insurance agent throughout the whole process to make sure you are kept updated on the progress. Our advanced cleaning equipment is used by our certified technicians to precisely measure the extent of water damage and completely restore your home by removing visible and invisible water damage.

PuroClean Emergency Flood and Related Water Damage Repair Services in Eliot, ME

Water Damage Assessment:

• 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.

Eliot, ME Emergency Water Extraction

Our technicians will begin by removing all standing water from your premises. We strategically place commercial grade water removal equipment to remove the water as quickly as possible.

• Our specialized pumping equipment will be used to remove all standing water immediately upon arrival. Your damaged belongings will be removed to be stored or discarded.
• Once the water is completely removed from your property, the equipment will be removed, and the displaced water will be discarded at an environmentally safe location.

Dehumidification and Drying

Then our fucus is to identify, isolate and prep all areas that require drying and dehumidification.

1. Your belongings and upholstery need to be moved to ensure the process can be completely executed.
2. A PuroClean technician will assess the isolated area and choose locations for air moving machines. Areas of the home or business that contain the most moisture and trapped water are our top concern, to pull out trapped water. Remember, these air movers are quite loud.
3. During the dehumidification process, the water is pulled 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 dispose of the water that was removed in a different location.
4. Only after monitoring humidity levels and confirming the levels have returned to normal, your items will be returned to the original location.

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 Eliot, ME‘s Water Damage Dos and Don’ts

Mitigating or restoring water damage in Eliot, ME is one of our main goals. However, our primary concern is the safety of all parties involved in our process, technicians and customers alike. Follow these tips to reduce setback chances due to roof leaks, faulty plumbing and AC, rains, floods, etc.

To Do:

• Shut off main water supply: Turn off your home’s water supply. You may need to call a plumber for repairs.
• Be Cautious: Due to wet floors, make sure to watch your step. Also, watch for trip and fall hazards as well as for exposed electrical wires.
• Remove Excess Water: Mop up as much water as possible. In colder weather, open windows to speed the drying process; 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.
• Remove obstacles – Remove all rugs: Pick up any wet rugs and take out all items that may be sitting on the floor and/or in the main walkway area.
• Dry Storage Containers: Please open and dry all of your wet storage containers, bins, or suitcases. If possible, have them dry in the sun.
• Protect Your Valuables: Paintings, artwork, and any other valuables should be moved to a safe, dry place.
• Dry Wet Clothing: Quickly dry all damp garments. Hang leather goods and furs to dry at room temperature.
• Protect Furniture: Put tinfoil or plastic under furniture legs on wet carpeting. Open (but do not force) drawers and cabinet doors to dry out interiors.
• Contact PuroClean ASAP: Call PuroClean of Eliot, ME. Trained technicians highly trained in Eliot, ME water damage are ready and waiting to come to you.

Do 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 created to handle water.
• Do Not Touch Plugs or Outlets: DON’T PLUG OR UNPLUG any electrical appliances or touch anything that is plugged in already.
• Do not Operate Electrical Appliances: DON’T TURN ON TVs, radios, computers, ceiling fans, or any other electrical appliances while standing on damp carpets or floors, particularly concrete or tile floors.
• Do not let it get too warm: Try to keep wet areas as cool as possible because hot, damp areas increase 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 Eliot, ME 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 (603) 570-6996.

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

Call us now at (603) 570-6996 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.