Unusual Soak: Saving a Flooded Basement in Downtown Miami

Flooding is common in South Florida, but how often does one find a flooded basement in the Sunshine State? Rare as it is, flooding in a basement can cause severe problems for a property from the resulting water damage. Lingering water damage can degrade foundations, building materials, and much more.

Furthermore, water damage can enable mold growth, which carries its own set of problems. That’s why water damage requires an urgent response when possible. It’s the only way you can ensure the safety and integrity of your property.

A Flooded Basement Fiasco

We recently received a call from a distressed homeowner in Downtown Miami. Their basement had flooded significantly, spreading water throughout the area. When we arrived on the scene, our investigation began right away.

Using thermal cameras and moisture meters, our IICRC-certified technicians identified the source of the water damage: a malfunctioning mechanical room for the pool. The water’s spread was extensive, and we knew we had to act quickly.

Using a thermal camera and moisture meter, we easily identified the water’s spread.

We immediately began the water extraction by eliminating the standing water from the basement. Then, our skilled technicians removed all the saturated building materials, including the drywall and baseboards, around the room’s perimeter. After these portions were gone, we could dry the remaining exposed structure using our advanced dehumidifiers and air movers.

Checking in daily with moisture meters, our crew accelerated the drying process by drilling holes at the baseboard level. After we dried the affected area to our satisfaction, we applied an antimicrobial solution across the exposed structure to prevent secondary damage (such as mold growth).

Our air movers and dehumidifiers made quick work of the drying process.

We finished our restoration work, leaving the homeowner with a basement ready for reconstruction. Fantastic job, team!

Contact PuroClean of Downtown Miami for Water Damage Restoration Today!

Water infiltrating your property can devastate you as a homeowner and lead to severe damage. Don’t get overwhelmed or feel you have to resolve the situation alone. Contact PuroClean of Downtown Miami, your local experts in water damage restoration. As the “Paramedics of Property Damage™,” our dedicated professionals are ready to respond 24 hours a day, seven days a week. With years of experience and advanced technology, we can help you save time and money while restoring your home to its pre-loss condition. Call (305) 907-7373 today!