Water Damage Restoration in Mobile, AL

Call the experts at PuroClean of Mobile, AL if your property floods or experiences other water damage. We are available 24/7. Floods will often result in water damage to homes, which may appear on the surface as a minor loss, but can quickly escalate into needless, extensive damage to both property and health. Timing is important to reducing additional damage. PuroClean’s licensed and certified technicians work compassionately, professionally and quickly to contain the water first. Call us today at (251) 625-3950!

Trust PuroClean of Mobile, AL 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 Mobile, AL‘s certified technicians respectfully care for your property and belongings while making sure water damage, both visible and invisible, is restored.

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, 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.

Many people use bleach to clean mold; however, this is an ineffective strategy 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 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: PuroClean of Mobile, AL strives to be transparent in all its work to ensure that all parties are fully aware and confident in making decisions. Throughout the Mobile, AL water damage restoration process, PuroClean will make sure that both you and your insurance provider understand what is happening, what to expect, and what can be done.

It’s our goal to support you with as much compassion and little disruption to your everyday life, because we understand the trauma you are experiencing. PuroClean of Mobile, AL can be trusted to respond to your Mobile, AL water damage emergency with urgency and sensitivity 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and to act with professional speed and care to salvage your property.

We keep you and your insurance provider informed about our progress throughout the whole process. PuroClean’s IICRC certified technicians will use state-of-the-science equipment to precisely gauge the extent of your damage and will restore areas with both visible and hidden water damage.

PuroClean Emergency Flood and Related Water Restoration Services in Mobile, AL

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 Water Removal in Mobile, AL

Our technicians will commence by removing all unwanted water from your property. We strategically locate commercial grade water removal machines to remove unwanted water as quickly as possible.

• The first step calls for immediate water removal using our advanced water pumps. Once the water has been extracted, all damaged items and materials will be removed and stored or discarded.
• The equipment will be removed upon completion and the PuroClean technicians will discard the water at another location.

Drying and Dehumidification

When all areas requiring this process have been identified, the areas are isolated and prepped for drying and dehumidification.

1. Relocation of belongings and upholstery will be necessary to ensure that the process can be finished completely.
2. Air moving machines will be located strategically in the most affected areas. The areas that contain the majority of the water 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 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 all the excess water in a separate location.
4. PuroClean technicians will put back any moved property to where they belong once moisture levels are normal. The technicians monitor the humidity levels closely during this process of drying to make sure that 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 Mobile, AL‘s Water Damage Dos and Don’ts

Water damage restoration and mitigation in Mobile, AL is one of our main goals. However, our top priority is the safety of all individuals involved in our process, technicians and customers alike. Follow these tips to reduce setback chances due to roof leaks, faulty plumbing and AC, rains, floods, etc.

To Do:

• Shut off 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 exposed electrical wires.
• Remove Excess 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.
• Prop Up Upholstery: Take out all loose cushions and prop up upholstered furniture.
• Manage Area Rugs and Obstacles: Take out rugs and pick up all items that are sitting on the floor.
• Dry Storage Containers: Any storage containers such as wet suitcases and storage boxes should be opened and dried in the sunlight if at all possible.
• Protect Your Valuables: Paintings, artwork, and any other valuables should be moved to a safe, dry place.
• Dry Wet Clothing: Quickly dry all wet clothes. Hang leather goods and furs to dry at room temperature.
• Protect Furniture: Put aluminum foil or plastic wrap underneath furniture legs on wet carpeting. Open (but do not force) drawers and cabinet doors to dry out interiors.
• Contact PuroClean ASAP: Call PuroClean of Mobile, AL. Experienced technicians highly trained in Mobile, AL water damage restoration are ready and waiting to come to you.

What You Should Not Do:

• DON’T VACUUM: You should not use a common household vacuum cleaner. Only use a wet vac, the type specifically made to deal with 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 APPLIANCES: DO NOT USE TVs, radios, computers, ceiling fans, or any other electrical appliances while standing on wet carpets or floors, particularly concrete or tile floors.
• DON’T USE YOUR HEAT: The cooler you keep your affected area, the better. Warmer 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 Mobile, AL 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 (251) 625-3950.

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

Call us now at (251) 625-3950 for a free estimate of our water restoration 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.