Daños Por Agua Frequently Asked Questions

[VIDEO] For a small area, you can mix one cup of vinegar and 2 cups of water and spray on the area. If your entire carpet is damaged, you should call in a water mitigation company, such as PuroClean, to take care of the damage.

[VIDEO] First, contact a water-damage restoration company, such as PuroClean, as soon as possible. Don’t wait, as water can cause mold and irremediable damage to the wood, walls, and carpet in your home. Then, contact your insurance company to start the claim process. If safe, shut off the utilities in your home to avoid further damage. Don’t enter your home if it has suffered structural damage. Don’t walk through floodwater if electricity hasn’t been turned off and to avoid contaminants.

[VIDEO] Yes. Water can cause swelling, warping, delamination, and joint line separation, but it is best to contact an emergency restoration specialist to make the final determination before assuming that the laminate is damaged.

There are three basic “types” of water damage, based on the level of contamination. 1-Category 1 (Clean Water): from a damaged pipe or hose. 2-Category 2 (Grey water): this is from an overflowing washing machine or dishwasher or sump-pump failure. 3-Category 3 (Black Water): sewage and all flooding where the water comes into the home from the outside. This water is grossly contaminated. No porous materials damaged by such water can be saved. Such a loss may involve some demolition of drywall that has been contaminated.

There are many variables that determine whether a flooded home can be saved: the amount of water is one, even more important is the amount of time the water was in/around the home. Every situation is different!

Water from outside the structure is contaminated and should be handled be professionals such as PuroClean. Even if the water was not from outside if it is there for an extended time then many materials will need to be removed because of the increased contamination from long-standing water. Drywall will soften and may fall, especially from ceilings. Carpet, pad and other floor coverings may need to be removed. Every situation is different! For the best, specific advice, please call your local PuroClean as soon as the damage is discovered.

That depends on the amount of damage. It there is extensive damage it will not be possible to occupy the structure. However, every situation is different!

Initially PuroClean needs to get into the home or office to do the emergency remediation and mitigation work. Then, during the drying process, PuroClean will need to return each day to monitor the progress and to adjust equipment to achieve the best results in the shortest amount of time.

Daily monitoring is one important aspect of the process. Industry Best Practices require this monitoring to insure that the drying process is proceeding properly.

Yes! It is important that the equipment run 24 hours every day. This will provide the best possible drying process.

It is important that you NOT turn the equipment off. The drying process is most effective and most efficient when the equipment is allowed to run 24 hours every day. This will allow PuroClean to complete the job as quickly as possible and then all equipment will be removed.

Please do not open doors or windows. The equipment selected for every job and the process are based on having a “closed drying system.” Opening doors or windows will upset that process and may extend the drying time (and the charges) significantly.

Many PuroClean Professionals provide Full Service to you including the replacement or repair of any structural items that have been damaged. Consult your local PuroClean office to see if they provide Full Service.

It’s impossible to make your home flood proof, but you can take several measures to prevent flood damage.

Remove wet moist or damp items, wipe up spills, fix any plumbing leaks, control the humidity in your home, reinforce the sealant, when cleaning your floors make sure you dry the floors completely.

Replace missing shingles, clean gutters, inspect vents, valleys, chimneys, pipes, skylights, etc. You should also check your attic ceiling and remove ice buildup during heavy snow.

The bathroom is a prime area for water damage, since almost everything you do in there involve water use. To prevent water damage, you can replace torn shower curtains, dry the floor and drain water from the tub after use, check for leaking pipes, and ensure that the grout and caulking are in good condition.

Contact your insurance agent and/or adjuster and they will tell you everything you need to have ready to ensure the claims process is smooth.

Check the surface of the wall for water stains, peeling paint, or warping. Push on the wall lightly – if it’s soft and spongy, that’s an indication of moisture damage. Then, take the smell test. If the wall smells musty, like rotted leaves, it is a telltale sign of water damage.

You can check the walls and ceilings for water stains, the floors for warping and buckling, and the pipes for corrosion, leaks, missing grout, and mold. Attics and basements may have damaged flooring, mildew or mold, dampness, and odors. Also, be sure to inspect the exterior of the home for cracked roof tiles, puddles, standing water, and whether the ground is sloping away from the house.