Water Damage Restoration in Tuscaloosa, AL

Get in touch with the experts at PuroClean of Tuscaloosa, AL if your property floods or experiences other water damage. We are available 24/7. Floods will often result in water damage to properties, which may appear on the surface as a minor loss, but can quickly escalate into needless, extensive damage to both health and property. Timing is critical to reducing further damage. PuroClean’s licensed and certified techs work compassionately, professionally and as quickly as possible to contain the water first. Call us today at (205) 579-1515!

Trust PuroClean of Tuscaloosa, AL for your Water Damage Restoration Services

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 Tuscaloosa, AL has certified water removal technicians that will ensure the water damage that is both seen and hidden is restored, while being respectful of 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 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 established, 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 does not kill the spores; it only bleaches them. PuroClean’s mission 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: We strive to practice transparency so that all parties impacted are fully informed and able to make important decisions. Throughout your water damage restoration in Tuscaloosa, AL service, we ensure that you and your insurance agent are fully informed on all areas of our work. We always let you know what to expect and what you can and can’t do as we go along.

It is our mission to help you with as much kindness and minimal disruption to your daily routine, because we understand the trauma you are experiencing. PuroClean of Tuscaloosa, AL can be trusted to respond to your Tuscaloosa, AL water damage restoration emergency with urgency and sensitivity 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and to act with professional speed and kindness to salvage your property.

The PuroClean certified techs accurately measure the extent of the water damage using state-of-the-science equipment and thoroughly restore damaged property by addressing both visible and invisible water damage. Every step of the way we will keep you and your insurance broker appraised on our progress.

PuroClean Emergency Flood and Related Water Damage Restoration Services in Tuscaloosa, 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 Extraction of Water in Tuscaloosa, AL

We begin by strategically locating commercial water removal equipment in order to quickly get rid of standing water.

• Our specialized pumping equipment will be used to remove all standing water immediately upon arrival. Your damaged belongings will be removed 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

The affected areas that need dried and dehumidified are marked, isolated and prepped to be our focus for drying and dehumidification.

1. Your belongings and upholstery need to be moved to make sure the process can be completely executed.
2. Air moving machines will be sat out around the premises 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. 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 our technicians at a different location.
4. To make sure that everything is being dried properly, your PuroClean technician will monitor moisture levels. Once moisture levels are at a normal level, any 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 Tuscaloosa, AL

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

What To Do:

• Shut Off Water: Shut down the home’s water supply and call a plumber for repairs.
• Be extra careful: Watch where you step as flooring may be wet and slick. Keep an eye out for obstacles and any exposed wiring. USE CAUTION.
• Remove 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 A/C.
• Prop Up Upholstery: Remove all loose cushions and prop up upholstered furniture.
• Deal with Area Rugs and Obstacles: Remove rugs and pick up any items that are sitting on the floor.
• Dry Storage Containers: Storage containers like wet suitcases and storage bins should be opened and dried in the sunlight if at all possible.
• Protect Valuables: Move paintings and other art to a safe, dry place.
• Dry Clothing: Quickly dry all garments. Hang leather and fur goods to dry at room temperature.
• Furniture Protection: Put aluminum foil or some sort of plastic under all furniture legs touching wet carpets. Open cabinet doors and drawers to dry out interiors (but do not force them open).
• Call PuroClean Immediately: Call PuroClean of Tuscaloosa, AL. Our certified techs are highly skilled in Tuscaloosa, AL water damage restoration.

What You Should Not Do:

• Don’t operate a vacuum cleaner: DO NOT USE your basic household vacuum cleaner. You can use a wet vac or wet/dry vac that is built to handle water cleanup.
• Don’t touch electrical outlets: Leave cords alone. If it is plugged in, leave it and if it’s not plugged in, leave it alone. Don’t touch any cords at all.
• 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 let it get too warm: Try to keep wet areas as cool as possible because hot, damp 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 Tuscaloosa, 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 (205) 579-1515.

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

Call us now at (205) 579-1515 for a free estimate of our water damage 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.