Water Damage Restoration in Huntsville

Get in touch with the experts at PuroClean of Huntsville, AL if your home floods or experiences other water damage. We’re available 24/7. Floods will often result in water damage to properties, which may appear on the surface as a minor problem, but can quickly escalate into needless, extensive damage to both property and health. Timing is critical to reducing further damage. PuroClean’s licensed and trained technicians work compassionately, professionally and quickly to contain the water first. Call us today at (256) 924-3070!

Trust PuroClean of Huntsville, AL 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 Huntsville, AL water damage restoration technicians ensure that the water damage to your property – the damage that can be seen and is hidden, is restored, they do this while caring for your property and your belongings.

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, 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.

A lot of people use bleach to clean mold; however, this is an ineffective approach as bleach doesn’t kill the spores; it only bleaches them. PuroClean’s goal is to return your property to a safe and clean 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 Huntsville, AL strives to practice transparency so that all parties impacted are fully informed and able to make important decisions. Throughout your water damage in Huntsville, AL 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.

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

Our IICRC certified technicians accurately measure the extent of the water damage using state-of-the-science equipment and thoroughly restore damaged property by addressing both visible and invisible water damage. Every step of the way we will keep both you and your insurance broker updated on our progress.

PuroClean Emergency Flood and Related Water Damage Repair Services in Huntsville, AL

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 Huntsville, AL

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

• Our specialized pumping equipment will be immediately used to remove all standing water right away upon arrival. Your affected property will be removed to be stored or discarded.
• Once the water is fully removed from the premises, the equipment will be removed, and the displaced water will be disposed of at an environmentally safe location.

Drying and Dehumidification

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

1. Relocation of belongings and upholstery will be necessary to ensure that the process can be finished completely.
2. When ready, the PuroClean technician will place air moving machines around the affected premises. Remember that these machines are loud. The air movers will be concentrated on parts of the house or business that contain moisture to remove any trapped water.
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. Our technicians dispose of the water in another location.
4. PuroClean technicians will put back any relocated property to where they belong once moisture levels return to normal. The technicians monitor the humidity levels closely during the process of drying to ensure proper drying is taking place.

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.

Huntsville, AL Water Damage Do’s and Don’ts

Repairing water damage in Huntsville, AL is very important, but the safety of everyone involved 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 rain event, flood, faulty plumbing, leaking AC, or roof.

What You Should Do:

• Shut off the main water supply: Turn off your home’s water supply. You may need to call a plumber for repairs.
• Be Cautious: Floors may be slippery so be sure to watch your step. Also, watch for any trip and fall hazards as well as for exposed electrical wires.
• 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 Air Conditioning.
• Prop Up Upholstery: Take out all loose cushions and prop up upholstered furniture.
• Deal with Area Rugs and Obstacles: Take out rugs and pick up any items that may be sitting on the floor.
• Dry Storage Containers: Open wet suitcases or storage bins; and, if at all possible, have them dry in the sunlight.
• Protect Valuables: Move any paintings and other artwork to a safe, dry place.
• Dry Clothing: Quickly dry all garments. Hang leather and fur goods to dry at room temperature.
• Protect Furniture: Place tinfoil or plastic under furniture legs on wet carpeting. Open (but don’t force) drawers and cabinet doors to dry out interiors.
• Call PuroClean Immediately: Call PuroClean of Huntsville, AL. Our experienced technicians are highly skilled in Huntsville, AL water damage repair.

Do Not Do:

• Don’t operate a vacuum cleaner: DON’T USE your regular household vacuum cleaner. You may use a wet vac or wet/dry vac that is designed to handle water cleanup.
• Don’t Touch Plugs or Outlets: DON’T PLUG OR UNPLUG any electrical appliances or touch anything that is already plugged in.
• Don’t Operate Electrical Appliances: DON’T TURN ON TVs, radios, computers, ceiling fans, or any other electrical appliances while standing on wet carpets or floors, particularly concrete or tile floors.
• Don’t let it get too warm: Try to keep wet areas as cool as possible as hot, damp areas stimulate 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 Huntsville, AL 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 (256) 924-3070.

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

Call us now at (256) 924-3070 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.