Water, Mold & Fire Damage Restoration in Matawan, NJ

Floods can cause extensive damage to commercial and residential structures, as well as personal belongings.

For this reason, you should consider hiring a professional water damage restoration company such as PuroClean Restoration Services of Matawan. We use the newest advanced technology systems to document the property and contents, pump and extract water, sanitize the structure from flood waters, and dry the structure with dehumidifiers and air movers.

Mold typically forms after 72 hours of water loss.

Controlling the moisture in the structure of the home helps control mold damage. Controlling the correct humidity levels will prevent mold growth from forming on ceilings, flooring, walls, and furniture.  

Locating pockets of moisture in building materials can be challenging during the water damage restoration process and requires trained technicians who can locate all affected areas of moisture using moisture meters and infrared cameras.  Water travels along paths that may not be revealed to the naked eye. For example, if water infiltration depth is above the sill plate of the walls, insulation may be saturated and is very difficult to dry.  The wet insulation becomes a sponge that will need to be removed.  If moisture remains in these areas for extended periods of time, mold may grow. 

Sewage cleanup

Sewage backups present a challenging situation for residential and commercial property owners. It is important to have a certified damage restoration expert when handling a sewage backup.  Our specialists will remove the sewage, clean and sanitize the affected area using an EPA registered antimicrobial solution. PuroClean also documents and disposes of any unsalvageable items like cardboard, particle board, upholstery, and carpeting.

Hardwood floors

Timing is of the essence when you have wood floors. They require time sensitive water mitigation and restorative procedures in order to prevent cupping or crowning. The procedure requires the use of a specialty drying system that uses dehumidification, tenting, air circulation and the use of a floor rescue mat system.  Although this unique drying system is designed to dry hardwood floors with little to no refinishing required, some hardwood surfaces may need refinishing  to restore the original appearance of the flooring.  

Crawl spaces and basements

High humidity levels left unchecked can be an issue in crawl spaces and basements.  Proper ventilation in crawl spaces help aid in reducing moisture levels and mold growth.  If you have insulation in your crawl space check to see if it is installed properly with the paper side facing the living space. (When checking, you would see the insulation fibers). Basements are prone to water damage since they are below grade and the water table may be high in your area or a significant rain or storm event can temporarily elevate the water table which in turn can affect your basement in central NJ.