Water Damage Restoration in Stevensville

Get in touch with the experts at PuroClean of Annapolis, MD if your home floods or experiences other water damage. We’re available 24/7 for your water damage restoration needs. Floods will often result in water damage to properties, which may appear on the surface as a minor loss, but can quickly turn into needless, extensive damage to both property and health. Timing is critical to reducing further damage. PuroClean’s licensed and trained technicians work compassionately, professionally and quickly to contain the water first. Call us today at (410) 919-4275!

Trust PuroClean of Annapolis, MD 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.

Water Removal Process: PuroClean of Annapolis, MD‘s certified water damage restoration technicians strongly care for your property and belongings while being sure that water damage, both visible and invisible, is restored.

Mold and Odor Removal: Water losses not handled in a timely manner and dried down quickly can lead to secondary 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 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 determined, they will implement engineering controls and containment to prevent cross-contamination to unaffected areas 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 method 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 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 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 will work closely with you and your insurance company throughout the Annapolis, MD water damage repair process. This is to make sure that you both know what is transpiring, what you can expect and what you can do. At PuroClean of Annapolis, MD, we are always transparent to ensure all parties know what’s happening and can make confident decisions.

Here at PuroClean of Annapolis, MD, you can trust us to respond to Annapolis, MD water damage restoration emergencies with urgency and sensitivity 24/7. We will perform our work professionally and carefully when restoring 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.

Our certified water damage restoration technicians use advanced equipment to precisely measure just how bad the water damage is and to thoroughly restore your property that has been affected by both water damage that can be seen and unseen. We will keep you and your insurance provider updated on our progress during the process.

PuroClean Emergency Flood and Related Water Damage Repair Services in Annapolis, MD

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.

Emergency Extraction of Water in Annapolis, MD

Our technicians will start by removing all unwanted water from your affected areas. We strategically locate commercial grade water removal machines to remove the water as quickly as possible.

• The first step calls for immediate water removal through our advanced pumping machines. Once the water is removed, all affected belongings and structures will be removed and stored or discarded.
• The equipment is taken away upon completion and the PuroClean technicians will discard the water at another location.

Dehumidification and Drying

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

1. The moving of belongings and upholstery will be necessary to ensure that the process can be accurately done and completed.
2. Air moving machines will be placed strategically in the most affected areas. The areas that contain the most moisture will be the focus to pull out trapped water. Keep in mind, these machines are very loud.
3. During the dehumidification process, the water 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 the water that was removed in a separate location.
4. To make sure that everything is drying, your PuroClean technician will monitor moisture levels. Once moisture levels are back to normal, all removed property will be placed back to their original locations.

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 Restoration in Annapolis, MD

Water damage restoration and repair in Annapolis, MD is very important, but the safety of all parties is our top priority. Whether mitigating or restoring water damage, the following tips will help reduce the risk of you suffering a setback due to a heavy rain, flood, problem plumbing, leaking AC, or roof.

What To Do:

• Shut off main water supply: Turn off your home’s water supply. You may need to call a plumber for repairs.
• Be extra careful: Watch where you step as floors may be slippery and wet. Keep an eye out for obstacles and any exposed wiring. USE CAUTION.
• Water removal: Mop as much water as possible. In cool weather, open windows to speed up drying and in hot weather, only if it’s safe to do so, turn on your A/C.
• Upholstery should be propped up: Any loose cushions and upholstered furniture should be propped up in a dry place.
• Deal with Area Rugs and Obstacles: Remove any area rugs and pick up all items that are sitting on the floor.
• Dry Storage Containers: Open any wet suitcases and storage bins; and, if at all possible, have them dry in the sunlight.
• Protect Your Valuables: Paintings, artwork, and any other valuables should be relocated to a safe, dry place.
• Dry Clothing: Immediately dry all articles of clothing. Hang fur and leather goods to dry at room temperature.
• Protect Furniture: Put aluminum foil or plastic under furniture legs on wet carpeting. Open (but do not force) drawers and cabinet doors to dry out the inside.
• Call PuroClean Immediately: Call PuroClean of Annapolis, MD. Our experienced technicians are highly skilled in Annapolis, MD water damage restoration and repair.

Do Not Do:

• DON’T VACUUM: You shouldn’t use a traditional everyday vacuum cleaner. Only use a wet vac, the type specifically made to deal with water.
• Do Not Touch Outlets or Plugs: DON’T PLUG OR UNPLUG any electrical appliances or touch anything that is already plugged in.
• Don’t use electrical devices or appliances: DON’T touch or operate any electrical appliances, such as televisions, computers, radios, fans, or anything that is or may be plugged into electric power – and ESPECIALLY while you are standing on any wet floor, regardless of the material.
• Do Not turn up the heat: keep interiors as cold as possible, as mold grows in heat and moisture.

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 Annapolis, MD 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 (410) 919-4275.

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

Call us now at (410) 919-4275 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.