Water Damage Restoration in Columbus, OH

Call the experts at PuroClean Fire & Water Experts for water damage restoration in Columbus and surrounding areas. We are always available. Floods often result in water damage to homes, which may appear on the surface as a minor loss. But, it can quickly escalate into needless, extensive damage to both property and health. Therefore, timing is critical to reducing further damage. PuroClean’s licensed and certified technicians work compassionately, professionally, and quickly to contain the water.

Trust PuroClean in Columbus, OH for your Water Damage Restoration

QuickDry System™: Our PuroClean QuickDry System™ uses psychrometric science — a proven process that properly handles dehumidification and temperature to effectively and efficiently facilitate drying and to help ensure your water damaged property is restored.

Water Removal Process: PuroClean Fire & Water Experts‘s IICRC certified technicians strongly care for your property and belongings while ensuring water damage restoration, both visible and invisible, is handled.

Odor and Mold Removal: Our PuroClean certified techs are able to sanitize the mold damaged areas. Just using bleach doesn’t solve mold damage issues, unfortunately. Also, we use HEPA Vacuums and Filters to remove any potential airborne contaminants to return your property to its normal condition.

With our modern equipment, we can remove the odors and restore your home or business to normal, which is important as odors from mold damage in Columbus, OH can penetrate surroundings and make the removal of the odor very difficult.

Ongoing Communication: During the Columbus, OH water damage restoration process we will work with you and your insurance agent to keep you both aware of what’s happening, what to expect, and what to do. It is our goal here at PuroClean Fire & Water Experts to be transparent, to ensure all parties affected stay fully aware of what’s taking place, and are able to make decisions confidently.

Trust that PuroClean Fire & Water Experts will respond to your Columbus, OH water damage incident with urgency and sensitivity, 24/7, and to professionally salvage your property. We understand the trauma you and your family are going through, and we will help you with compassion, and as few disruptions to your daily life as possible.

We will stay in contact with you and your insurance agent throughout the whole process to make sure you are kept updated on the progress. State-of-the-science equipment is used by our IICRC certified technicians to accurately measure just how bad the water damage is and completely restore your property by removing visible and invisible water damage.

PuroClean Emergency Flood and Related Water Damage Restoration Services in Columbus, OH

Removing Water From Your Property:

• Our technicians will first remove the damaged structure which will either be restored or discarded. Materials include baseboards, insulation, furniture, upholstery, carpeting, carpet padding, fragile wood, drywall, and anything else necessary.
• Next, specialized equipment like dehumidifiers and air movers are typically used during the procedure of drying. When the damaged belongings and structure are removed, we begin drying and disinfecting the water damaged areas.
• The mold affected areas are addressed next and are disinfected and restored promptly to stop the spreading of mold.

Emergency Extraction of Water in Columbus, OH

To extract the standing water from your affected area, we begin by using strategically placed high-grade water removing equipment that expeditiously eliminates the water.

• After the water has been removed, any affected structures and property are relocated to be stored or thrown away. This first step happens right away 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 damaged structures and/or belongings whether they are to be stored or discarded.
• The equipment is taken away upon completion and the PuroClean technicians will discard the water at another location.

Dehumidification and Drying

Then our focus is to identify, isolate, and prep all areas that up for drying and dehumidification.

1. Your belongings and upholstery need to be moved to ensure the process can be completely executed.
2. When ready, the PuroClean technician will place air moving machines around the isolated area. Keep in mind that these machines are loud. The fans will be concentrated on parts of the house or business that contain moisture to displace any trapped water.
3. During the dehumidification process, the water is pulled into the air by the fans. Puroclean technicians dispose of all the excess water in a separate location.
4. Once moisture levels return to normal, our technicians will replace relocated items and property to where they belong. These humidity levels are monitored closely by PuroClean technicians to ensure that things can get back to normal as quickly as possible.

Restoring Carpets

Water damaged carpet is fixed by Puroclean and returned to the original state during our carpet restoration process.

1. Locating the water damaged areas and deciding whether your carpet is salvageable is the first step in this process.
2. The remaining water is removed from the carpet through water extraction. This will occur if we feel the carpet is salvageable.
3. To prevent any mold growth, the next step is to use high-grade air-moving fans to eliminate the remaining moisture.
4. Our techs will keep you and your insurance agent in the loop during this drying process.
5. Once the carpet is fully dry, furniture and belongings are moved back to their previous location. All equipment will be removed by PuroClean technicians.

Cleaning, Deodorizing, and Spot Removal of Carpet

Water damaged carpets can form mildew, and this mildew often creates odors that spread throughout the affected area and your home or office. PuroClean can properly eliminate the odors with our proven process of cleaning, deodorizing, and spot removal when needed.

• The carpet cleaning process begins with a detailed inspection and vacuuming of the area by a PuroClean tech.
• Then, all the furniture will be removed to restore your carpet.
• If needed, a pet odor and spot removal will be performed during this time.
• Also, a textile and fiber protectant is available that will protect your carpet and prolong its value.

Mold Removal

We at PuroClean Fire & Water Experts will manage your Columbus, OH mold damage and ensure your home or business is properly restored by following a rigid process that involves the following. Please note that getting a professional on-site right away to address water damage is critical to preventing mold growth.

• We’ll start by performing a mold assessment, delicately examining your property for any signs of mold. Then we’ll complete our full mold removal, where we thoroughly remove the mold from the site.
• The deodorization process follows the mold removal. Cleaning, disinfecting, and deodorization is completed after all instances of mold is removed.
• PuroClean uses specialized commercial equipment such as HEPA Filters and HEPA Vacuums to thoroughly remove water and all moisture.

PuroClean Fire & Water Experts‘s Water Damage Dos and Don’ts

Although water damage repair in Columbus, OH is a high priority, the safety of our customers and technicians is our most important priority. The following tips will help lower the 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.

What You Should Do:

• Shut off the main water supply: Turn off your home’s water supply. You may need to call a plumber for repairs.
• Use Caution: Floors may be slippery so be sure to watch your step. Also, watch for trip and fall hazards as well as for any exposed electrical wires.
• Remove Water: Mop up as much water as possible. In colder weather, open windows to speed the drying process; in hot weather, if safe, switch on your Air Conditioning.
• 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 rugs and pick up all items that may be sitting on the floor.
• Dry Storage Containers: Open any wet suitcases or storage bins; and, if possible, dry them in the sunlight.
• Protect Valuables: Move any paintings and other artwork to a safe, dry place.
• Dry Clothing: Immediately dry all garments. Hang leather and fur goods to dry at room temperature.
• Furniture Protection: Put tin foil or some sort of plastic under all furniture legs touching wet carpets. Open drawers and cabinet doors to dry out interiors (but don’t force them open).
• Contact PuroClean ASAP: Call PuroClean Fire & Water Experts. Experienced technicians highly trained in Columbus, OH water damage restoration are waiting to come to you.

What You Should Not Do:

• Do not operate a vacuum cleaner: DON’T USE your ordinary household vacuum cleaner. You can use a wet vac or wet/dry vac that is built to handle water.
• Don’t mess with electrical outlets: DO NOT plug or unplug any electrical cords or outlets and don’t touch anything that is plugged in.
• Do not use any devices or appliances: DO NOT touch or run any electrical appliances, such as: TVs, computers, radios, fans, or anything that may be hooked to electric power – and ESPECIALLY while you are standing on any wet floor, regardless of the material.
• Do not let it get too warm: 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 Fire & Water Experts 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 (614) 309-5739.

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

Call us now at (614) 309-5739 for a free estimate of our water damage repair 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 damage that is sudden and accidental (such as water heater ruptures or pipe bursts). However, flood damage, no matter the source of the water, is NOT covered by standard homeowners’ policies. Also, the water damage that results from a lack of maintenance is not covered on a standard homeowner’s insurance policy.