{"id":11,"date":"2026-01-20T21:24:26","date_gmt":"2026-01-20T21:24:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/purocleanstage.wpengine.com\/new-puroclean-demo\/?post_type=service&#038;p=11"},"modified":"2026-02-25T10:42:52","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T10:42:52","slug":"water-damage-restoration","status":"publish","type":"service","link":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/hilo-hi-puroclean-the-big-island\/services\/water-damage-restoration\/","title":{"rendered":"Water Damage Restoration"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Emergency Water Damage Remediation Services by PuroClean of The Big Island<\/h2>\n\n\n<p class=\"text-xl lg:text-2xl text-primary font-bold leading-relaxed\"><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We know that dealing with emergency property damage can be frustrating, so we want you to feel at ease throughout the process and experience minimal disruption to your daily life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our technicians use the latest equipment to accurately measure the extent of the water damage and thoroughly restore your property while keeping you and your insurance agent updated at each step.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PuroClean of The Big Island will respond to your water damage emergencies with professionalism and courtesy 24 hours a day, seven days a week.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>The Water Removal Process:<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our technicians will first remove damaged materials that will either be restored or discarded. These materials include baseboards, insulation, furniture, upholstery, carpeting, carpet padding, fragile wood, drywall, and more.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After removing the damaged items, we dry and disinfect the affected areas. Specialized tools like air movers and dehumidifiers are typically used in drying.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our technicians will then handle mold damage in the restoration process. Mold-infected surfaces will be disinfected and restored quickly to prevent mold from spreading.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>Emergency Water Extraction<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We begin by extracting any standing water in your home or business using high-grade equipment strategically placed to remove all the water from the area.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first step requires immediate water removal through our advanced pumping machines. Once the water has been extracted, all affected belongings and structures will be removed and stored or discarded.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once completed, the equipment will be removed, and the water will be discarded elsewhere by PuroClean of The Big Island\u2019s technicians.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>Drying &amp; Dehumidification<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once all areas requiring this process have been identified, the areas are isolated and prepped for drying and dehumidification.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Removal of belongings and upholstery will be necessary to ensure the process can be done thoroughly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your local PuroClean of The Big Island technician will place air-moving machines around the isolated area when ready. Keep in mind that these machines are loud. The fans will be focusing on areas of the house or business that contain moisture to pull out any trapped water.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, the water will be pulled into the air and through the fans during dehumidification. All of the water pulled out will be disposed of by the PuroClean technician in another location.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PuroClean of The Big Island technicians will monitor moisture levels to ensure everything is drying. Once moisture levels are normal, any removed items will be placed back in their original locations.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>Carpet Restoration<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carpet restoration is the process that PuroClean of The Big Island uses to restore your damaged carpet to its pre-loss condition.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first step is to find the source of the water damage, as this determines whether or not your carpet is salvageable.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the findings of step one show that the carpet is salvageable, any remaining water is removed through water extraction.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then, high-grade air-moving fans will remove the moisture from the carpet to prevent mold growth.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PuroClean of The Big Island&#8216;s technicians will update you and your insurance agent during the drying process.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once the carpet is dry, all equipment will be removed from the area, and all belongings will be put back into place.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>Carpet Cleaning, Deodorization &amp; Spot Removal<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any carpet affected by water damage is subject to mildew formation, which can cause an odor to spread not only in the affected room but throughout the entire home or office. Odors can be removed from your carpet with proper cleaning, deodorization, and\/or spot removal.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our technician will begin with a complete inspection and vacuuming of your carpet.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then, your furniture will be removed to repair your carpet.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spot and pet odor treatment will be done if needed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fiber or textile protection is also available, which will protect and prolong the value of your carpet.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Water Damage Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts<\/h2>\n\n\n<p class=\"text-xl lg:text-2xl text-primary font-bold leading-relaxed\"><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repairing water damage is very important, but the safety of all parties is our main priority. Whether mitigating or restoring <\/span><b>water damage<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the following tips will help reduce the risk that you will suffer a setback due to a rain event, flood, faulty plumbing, or leaking A\/C or roof.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>What to Do<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Turn Water Off: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shut down your home\u2019s water supply and call a plumber for repairs.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use Caution: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watch your step as floors may be slippery. Also, watch for trip and fall hazards, as well as for exposed electrical wires.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Remove Water: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mop up as much water as possible. In cool weather, open windows to speed drying; in hot weather, if safe, switch on your A\/C.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Prop Up Upholstery: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">all loose cushions and prop up upholstered furniture.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Manage Area Rugs and Obstacles: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove rugs and pick up any items that may be sitting on the floor.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dry Storage Containers: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open wet suitcases and storage boxes, and, if possible, dry them in the sunlight.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Protect Valuables: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Move paintings and other artwork to a safe, dry place.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dry Clothing:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Immediately dry all garments. Hang fur and leather goods to dry at room temperature.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Protect Furniture:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Place aluminum foil or plastic under furniture legs on wet carpeting. Open, but do not force open drawers and cabinet doors to dry out their interiors.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Call PuroClean Immediately: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Call PuroClean of The Big Island at <a href=\"tel:8084604400\">(808) 460-4400<\/a>.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our trained technicians are highly skilled in water damage restoration.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>What Not to Do<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Don\u2019t Use a Vacuum Cleaner: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only use a wet vacuum equipped to handle water. DO NOT USE your regular household vacuum.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Don\u2019t Operate Electrical Appliances: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DO NOT USE TVs, radios, computers, ceiling fans, or any other electrical appliances while standing on wet carpets or floors, mainly concrete or tile.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Don\u2019t Touch Outlets or Plugs: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DO NOT PLUG OR UNPLUG any electrical appliances or touch anything plugged in.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Don\u2019t Turn up the Heat: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep interiors cool because mold grows in heat and moisture.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"template":"","class_list":["post-11","service","type-service","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/hilo-hi-puroclean-the-big-island\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/services\/11","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/hilo-hi-puroclean-the-big-island\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/services"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/hilo-hi-puroclean-the-big-island\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/service"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/hilo-hi-puroclean-the-big-island\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/hilo-hi-puroclean-the-big-island\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}