Water Damage Restoration in Plantation, FL

Call the experts at PuroClean of Plantation, FL if your home floods or experiences other water damage. We’re available 24/7 in Plantation and the greater Fort Lauderdale area for water damage restoration services. Floods can result in water damage to homes, which may appear on the surface as a minor problem, but can quickly turn into needless, extensive damage to both health and property. Timing is critical to reducing additional damage. PuroClean’s licensed and trained techs work compassionately, professionally and quickly to contain the water first. Call us today at (954) 477-7007!

Trust PuroClean of Plantation, FL 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 Plantation, FL has technicians that are IICRC certified that will ensure the water damage that is both visible and invisible is restored, while respectfully caring for your property and belongings.

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. 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 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.

Many 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 clean and safe 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 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: During the Plantation, FL water damage repair process we will work with you and your insurance provider to keep you both up to speed on what is happening, what to expect and what to do. It’s our goal here at PuroClean of Plantation, FL to be transparent, to ensure all parties involved stay fully aware of what is happening and are able to make decisions confidently.

Trust that PuroClean of Plantation, FL will respond to your Plantation, FL water damage incident with urgency and sensitivity, 24/7, and to professionally restore your home or property. We understand the trauma you and your family are going through, and we will help you with compassion, and minimal disruption to your daily life.

We keep you and your insurance company informed about our progress during the whole process. Our certified techs will use advanced cleaning equipment to precisely measure the extent of your damage and will restore all areas with both visible and hidden water damage.

PuroClean Emergency Flood and Related Water Damage Repair Services in Plantation, FL

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 Plantation, FL

We begin by removing any standing water found in your home or business using high-grade equipment strategically placed to remove all water from the area.

• Our advanced pumping machines will be immediately used to remove all standing water right away upon arrival. Your damaged belongings will be removed to be stored or discarded.
• After the water is fully removed from your property, the equipment will be removed, and the pumped water will be discarded at an environmentally safe location.

Drying & Dehumidification

Once all areas needing attention have been identified, the areas are isolated and prepped for drying and dehumidification.

1. Your belongings and upholstery need to be moved to make sure the process can be completely performed.
2. Our professionals will place air moving machines, 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 powerful air movers are very loud.
3. These air movers are specially designed to increase evaporation in the given space and create airflow so dehumidifiers can be most effective. The water that was removed is disposed of professionally by technicians at a separate location.
4. PuroClean techs will put back any moved items to their original location once moisture levels return to normal. Our technicians monitor the humidity levels closely during the drying process to ensure proper drying is happening.

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 Plantation, FL

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

To Do:

• Shut Off Your Water: Shut off your home’s water supply and call a plumber for repairs.
• Be extra careful: Watch your step as floors may be wet and slick. Keep an eye out for obstacles and any exposed electrical wiring. USE CAUTION.
• Remove Excess Water: Mop up as much water as possible. In cool weather, open windows to speed the drying process; in hot weather, if safe, switch on your Air Conditioning.
• Upholstery should be propped up: All loose cushions and upholstered furniture should be propped up in a dry place.
• Eliminate obstacles – Remove all rugs: Pick up wet rugs and take out any items that may be sitting on the floor and/or in the main walkway area.
• Dry Storage Containers: Open wet suitcases and storage boxes; and, if possible, dry them in the sun.
• Protect Valuables: Move paintings and other artwork 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 aluminum foil or some sort of plastic under all furniture legs that are touching wet carpets. Open any drawers and cabinet doors to dry out interiors (but don’t force them open).
• Call PuroClean Immediately: Call PuroClean of Plantation, FL. Our experienced techs are highly skilled in Plantation, FL water damage repair.

Do Not Do:

• Don’t operate a vacuum cleaner: DO NOT USE your ordinary household vacuum cleaner. You may use a wet vac or wet/dry vac that is built to handle water cleanup.
• Don’t mess with electrical outlets: DO NOT unplug or plug any electrical cords or outlets and don’t touch anything that is already plugged in.
• Don’t Operate Electrical Appliances: DON’T TURN ON TVs, radios, computers, ceiling fans, or any electrical appliances especially while standing on wet carpets or floors, particularly concrete or tile floors.
• Don’t turn up the heat: keep interiors cool, as mold grows with 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 Plantation, FL 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 (954) 477-7007.

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

Call us now at (954) 477-7007 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.