Water Damage Restoration: Buffalo to Orchard Park

PuroClean of Buffalo, NY takes pride in the ability to respond rapidly to water damage problems and emergencies in Buffalo, NY and surrounding areas. We understand that water damage can be caused by all sorts of events ranging from leaky faucets to something more serious like frozen or burst pipes. Your home is in good hands with our certified and trained technicians. Our goal here at PuroClean of Buffalo, NY is to avoid any further damage and avoid the risk of mold that could affect the structure of your home. Don’t wait to contact us anytime at (716)662-0188.

Trust PuroClean of Buffalo, NY 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 Process of Water Removal: The Buffalo, NY IIRCRC certified water damage restoration technicians are there to ensure that the obvious and hidden water damaged areas of your home and property are restored – they do this 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 additional 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 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 sections 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 does not kill the spores; it only bleaches them. PuroClean’s goal is to return your property to a safe and clean 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 of Buffalo, NY strives to be transparent in all its work so that all parties are aware and confident in making decisions. Throughout the Buffalo, NY water damage repair process, we will ensure that you and your insurance provider understand what is happening, what to expect, and what you can do.

Here at PuroClean of Buffalo, NY, you can always count on us to respond to Buffalo, NY water damage emergencies with urgency and sensitivity 24/7. We always perform our work professionally and thoughtfully when restoring your property. We always strive to serve you with as much compassion and as little disruption to your daily life. We respect and understand that this is a difficult situation to be in.

The PuroClean certified techs accurately measure the extent of the water damage using the best and latest equipment and thoroughly restore damaged property by addressing both visible and invisible water damage. Every step of the way we will keep you and your insurance provider in the loop on our progress.

PuroClean Emergency Flood and Related Water Damage Repair Services in Buffalo, NY

Water Damage Assessment:

• 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.

Buffalo, NY Emergency Water Extraction

Qualified specialists will begin by removing all unwanted water from your property. We strategically place commercial grade water removal equipment to remove the water as quickly as possible.

• When the water has been removed, any affected areas and property are removed to be stored or discarded. This first step takes place immediately and is carried out using our commercial pumps. Our technicians start water removal immediately using our high tech commercial water pump machines. Upon the finishing of the water removal procedure, PuroClean will remove all affected structures and/or belongings regardless if you’re keeping or trashing them.
• The equipment is taken away upon completion and the PuroClean technicians will discard the water at another location.

Drying & Dehumidification

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

1. To ensure this step can be completely performed, relocating items and upholstery will be necessary.
2. A PuroClean technician will assess the isolated area and choose locations for the powerful air movers. Areas of the home or business that contain the most moisture and trapped water will be the key focus, to pull out trapped water. Remember, these air movers are quite loud.
3. During this dehumidification process, the moisture is pulled into the air by 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 all the excess water in a separate location.
4. Once the moisture levels are normal, our technicians will bring back moved items to where they belong in your house. The humidity levels are closely monitored by our technicians to ensure that things can get back to normal as quickly as possible.

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.

PuroClean Buffalo, NY‘s Water Damage Dos and Don’ts

Mitigating or restoring water damage in Buffalo, NY is one of our primary goals. However, our primary concern is the safety of everyone 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 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 and for exposed electrical wires.
• Remove Water: 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.
• Upholstery should be propped up: All loose cushions and upholstered furniture should be propped up in a dry place.
• Manage Area Rugs and Obstacles: Take out rugs and pick up any 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 Valuables: Move any paintings and other artwork to a safe, dry place.
• Dry Clothing: Quickly dry all articles of clothing. Hang fur and leather goods to dry at room temperature.
• Protect Your Furniture: Put tinfoil or plastic underneath furniture legs on wet carpeting. Open (but don’t force) drawers and cabinet doors to dry out the inside.
• Contact PuroClean ASAP: Call PuroClean of Buffalo, NY. Trained technicians highly trained in Buffalo, NY water damage are ready and waiting to come to you.

What You Should Not Do:

• DO NOT VACUUM: You shouldn’t use a common household vacuum cleaner. Only use a wet vac, the type specifically designed to handle water.
• Do not touch electrical outlets: Leave cords alone. If it is plugged in, leave it and if isn’t plugged in, leave it alone. Do not touch electrical cords at all.
• Do not use electrical devices or appliances: DO NOT touch or operate any electrical appliances, such as TVs, computers, radios, fans, or anything that may be plugged into electric power – and ESPECIALLY while you are standing on any wet floor, regardless of the material.
• Do not let it get too hot: Try to keep wet areas as cool as possible as hot, moist areas increase 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 Buffalo, NY 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 (716)662-0188.

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

Call us now at (716)662-0188 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.