Water Damage Restoration in Richmond, VA

Something as simple as a leaky faucet or as major as a burst pipe are often causes of significant water damage. Whatever the cause, large or small, PuroClean of Powhatan, VA is prepared to respond quickly and remove standing water and moisture from your property in or around Powhatan, VA. Your home or business is in good hands and will be taken care of by our experienced technicians. Our goal is to avoid additional damage and avoid the risk that mold will affect the structure or your belongings. Call us anytime at (804) 239-1558 – Don’t wait!

Trust PuroClean of Powhatan, VA for your Water Damage Remediation

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.

The Water Removal Process: The PuroClean of Powhatan, VA has certified water removal technicians that will ensure the visible and invisible water damage is restored, while respectfully caring for your property and 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, possibly 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 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.

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 Powhatan, VA strives to practice transparency in all its work so that all parties are aware and confident in making decisions. Throughout the Powhatan, VA water damage repair process, PuroClean will make sure that both you and your insurance provider understand what is happening, what to expect, and what can be done.

Here at PuroClean of Powhatan, VA, you can always count on us to respond to Powhatan, VA water damage emergencies with urgency and sensitivity 24/7. We will conduct ourselves professionally and carefully when salvaging your property. We will strive to be here for you with as much compassion and as little disruption to your daily life. We understand this is a traumatic experience.

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 both you and your insurance agent updated on our progress.

PuroClean Emergency Flood and Related Water Damage Repair Services in Powhatan, VA

The 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.

Powhatan, VA Emergency Water Extraction

We start out by strategically using specially designed water removal equipment in order to quickly get rid of standing water.

• The first step consists of immediate water removal using our advanced pumping machines. Once the water has been extracted, all damaged items and materials will be removed and stored or discarded.
• Once completed, the equipment will be removed and the water will be discarded elsewhere by PuroClean’s professionals.

Dehumidification and Drying

Then our fucus is to identify, isolate and prep all areas that need drying and dehumidification.

1. The moving of belongings and upholstery will be necessary to ensure that the process can be thoroughly completed.
2. Our professionals will place powerful air movers, focusing on the most affected areas. The most highly affected areas will be the focus, and trapped water will be removed by the machines. These machines are very loud.
3. The water is pulled 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. PuroClean technicians dispose of the water in another location.
4. Only after monitoring humidity levels and confirming the levels have returned to normal, your items will be returned to the original location.

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’s Dos and Don’ts of Water Damage in Powhatan, VA

Although the repair of water damage in Powhatan, VA is a high priority, safety of our customers and technicians is our most important priority. The following tips will help reduce risk of suffering setbacks due to a heavy rain, flood, roof leaks or faulty plumbing or AC units; regardless of whether you’re mitigating or restoring water damage.

To Do:

• Shut off the main water supply: Turn off your home’s water supply. You may also need to call a plumber for repairs.
• Use Caution: Watch your step, as floors may be slippery. Also, watch for trip and fall hazards as well as for any exposed electrical wires.
• Water removal: Mop as much water as possible. In cooler weather, open windows to speed up drying and in hot weather, only if it’s safe to do so, switch on your A/C.
• Upholstery should be propped up: All loose cushions and upholstered furniture should be propped up in a dry place.
• Remove obstacles – Remove all rugs: Pick up wet rugs and take out any items that may be sitting on the floor and could pose a treat when walking.
• Dry Storage Containers: Open wet suitcases and storage boxes; and, if possible, dry them in the sun.
• Protect Your Valuables: Paintings, artwork, and any other valuables should be moved to a safe, dry place.
• Dry Wet Clothing: Quickly dry any wet clothes. Hang leather goods and furs to dry at room temperature.
• Furniture Protection: Put tinfoil or some sort of plastic under all furniture legs touching wet carpets. Open any drawers and cabinet doors to dry out interiors (but don’t force them open).
• Contact PuroClean ASAP: Call PuroClean of Powhatan, VA. Experienced technicians highly trained in Powhatan, VA water damage are waiting to come to you.

Do Not Do:

• Do not Use a Vacuum Cleaner: Only use a wet vac, which is designed to handle water. DON’T USE your normal everyday vacuum cleaner.
• Do not touch electrical outlets: Leave cords alone. If it’s plugged in, leave it and if it is not plugged in, leave it alone. Do not touch electrical cords at all.
• DO NOT USE APPLIANCES: DO NOT USE TVs, radios, computers, ceiling fans, or any other electrical appliances while you are standing on wet carpets or floors, particularly concrete or tile floors.
• Do not turn on your heat: The cooler you keep your affected area, the better. Hotter areas promote 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 Powhatan, VA 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 (804) 239-1558.

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

Call us now at (804) 239-1558 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.