How can you determine if property has hidden water damage?

You can check the walls and ceilings for water stains, the floors for warping and buckling, and the pipes for corrosion, leaks, missing grout, and mold. Attics and basements may have damaged flooring, mildew or mold, dampness, and odors. Also, be sure to inspect the exterior of the home for cracked roof tiles, puddles, standing water, and whether the ground is sloping away from the house.

What should I do after a flood or water leak in my home or business?

First, if safe, shut off the utilities in your home to avoid further damage. Don’t enter your home if it has suffered structural damage. Don’t walk through floodwater if electricity hasn’t been turned off, and avoid contaminants. Next, contact a water-damage restoration company, such as PuroClean Disaster Restoration, as soon as possible. Don’t wait, as water can cause mold and irremediable damage to the wood, walls, and carpet. Then, depending on the extent of the damage and the recommendation of the remediation company, contact your insurance provider to start the claim process.

Can a flooded home or business be salvaged?

There are many variables that determine whether a flooded property can be saved: the amount of water, and even more important, the amount of time the water was in/around the property. Every situation is different, and PuroClean Disaster Restoration expert restoration professionals can determine what can be salved once one site.

What are the dangers of water damage to homes and businesses?

Property water damage can pose several dangers including structural instability, electrical hazards, mold and mildew growth leading to health issues, contamination from sewage or chemicals, and potential collapse of weakened structures.

What are the effects when water floods my home or business?

Water flooding can cause extensive damage including structural damage to walls, floors, and foundations, damage to personal belongings, electrical hazards, and potential health risks from mold and bacteria growth. The longer water sits, the more severe the damage becomes.

Water Damage Restoration & Water Removal in Greenfield, IN

Avoid the stress of flood cleanup and water damage restoration by relying on the specialists at PuroClean Disaster Restoration, available around the clock, every day of the year. Our dedicated Paramedics of Property Damage™ are ready to respond swiftly and with care to save your property and restore your tranquility.

Our IICRC certified professionals employ cutting-edge equipment to thoroughly evaluate the extent of water damage, both visible and hidden. We ensure continuous communication with you and your insurance agent throughout the process, working diligently to transform your property to its best condition yet!

Trust PuroClean in Greenfield for your Water Damage Restoration

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.

During our Process of Water Removal: The PuroClean in Greenfield certified water damage restoration professionals are there to ensure that the obvious and hidden water damaged areas of your property are restored – while giving special care to all of your belongings and property.

Mold and Odor Removal: Water losses not handled in a timely manner 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 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 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 method as bleach doesn’t kill the spores; it only bleaches them. PuroClean’s goal 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 in Greenfield strives to be transparent so that all parties involved are fully informed and able to make crucial decisions. Throughout your water damage in Greenfield repair experience, we ensure that you and your insurance agent are fully informed on all steps of our work. We always let you know what to expect and what you can and can’t do as we go along.

Trust that PuroClean in Greenfield will respond to your Greenfield water damage incident with urgency and sensitivity, 24/7, and to professionally salvage your property. We respect the trauma you and your family are going through, and we will assist you with compassion, and minimal disruption to your daily life.

We will consistently stay in contact with you and your insurance company throughout the entire process to make sure you are kept updated on the progress. Our advanced cleaning equipment is used by our certified technicians to precisely measure just how bad the water damage is and completely restore your property by removing visible and invisible water damage.

PuroClean Emergency Flood and Related Water Remediation Services in Greenfield

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.

Greenfield Emergency Water Removal & Extraction

To extract the standing water from your home or business, we start by using strategically placed commercial grade water removing equipment that expeditiously eliminates the water.

The first step calls for immediate water removal with our advanced water pumps. Once the water has been extracted, all damaged items and materials will be removed and stored or discarded.
Once completed, our machines will be removed and the water will be discarded elsewhere by PuroClean’s professionals.

Dehumidification and Drying

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

This process requires all belongings to be relocated to thoroughly complete the water removal.
Air moving machines will be placed strategically in the most affected areas. The areas that contain the majority of the water will be the focus to pull out trapped water. Keep in mind, these machines are very loud.
During this 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 separate location.
Only after monitoring humidity levels and confirming the levels have returned to normal, your property 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.

Greenfield Water Damage Do’s and Don’ts

Water damage restoration in Greenfield is one of our primary goals. However, our primary concern is the safety of all individuals 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 the main water supply: Turn off your home’s water supply. You may also need to call a plumber for repairs.
Be very careful: Watch where you step as floors may be slippery and wet. Keep a lookout for obstacles and any exposed wiring. USE CAUTION.
Remove Excess Water: Mop up as much water as possible. In colder weather, open windows to speed drying; in hot weather, if safe, turn on your Air Conditioning.
Prop Up Upholstery: Take out all loose cushions and prop up upholstered furniture.
Deal with Area Rugs and Obstacles: Take out any area rugs and pick up all items that are sitting on the floor.
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 Clothing: Quickly dry all articles of clothing. Hang leather and fur goods to dry at room temperature.
Protect Furniture: Place aluminum foil or plastic under furniture legs on wet carpeting. Open (but do not force) drawers and cabinet doors to dry out the inside.
Contact PuroClean ASAP: Call PuroClean of Greenfield. Trained technicians highly trained in Greenfield water damage restoration are ready and waiting to come to you.

What Not To Do:

Do not Use a Vacuum Cleaner: You can only use a wet-vac, which is built to deal with water. DON’T USE your standard household vacuum.
Do not touch electrical outlets: Leave cords alone. If it is plugged in, leave it and if it’s not plugged in, leave it. Do not touch electrical cords at all.
Do not Operate Electrical Appliances: DON’T USE TVs, radios, computers, ceiling fans, or any other electrical appliances especially while standing on wet carpets or floors, particularly concrete or tile floors.
DON’T USE YOUR HEAT: The cooler you keep your affected area, the better. Hotter temperatures encourage 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 Greenfield 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 (317) 467-4436.

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

Call us now at (317) 467-4436 for a free estimate of our water remediation 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.