Water Damage Remediation

The Water Remediation Process

If you have experienced extreme water damage from a flood or other natural disaster, it can leave you hopeless and believing that the only solution remaining is total demolition. At Kidd’s Restoration, we have developed a fool-proof water damage remediation process that follows industry standard to restore your home back to the safe haven it once was.

Loss Evaluation & Inspection 

The first step in the water damage remediation process is inspecting the water loss. During this step, our professional team will identify the class and category of the damages, which will help determine the plan of action to remediate the damages. 

The 4 Water Damage Classes

• • Class 1. A class 1 loss means the water has damaged a portion of a room that has not absorbed much water. Class 1 water loss is categorized as the least number of damages.

• • Class 2.  A class 2 loss means the water has damaged an entire room and flooring and walls have begun to soak up the water. 

• • Class 3. A class 3 loss means the water has damaged an entire room and the walls, flooring, and possibly ceiling have all absorbed the water, making them fully saturated. Class 3 is categorized as the worst type of water damage. 
  • Class 4. A class 4 loss affects hardwood flooring, stone, and concrete and requires special drying methods. 

The 3 Categories of Water Damage

• • Category 1. Category 1 is also known as clean water and comes from sources like toilet tanks, clean water pipes (NOT sewage), bathtubs, etc.. However, if category 1 water is left untreated, it can quickly turn to category 2 or 3. 

• • Category 2. Category 2 water, or gray water, comes for sources that contain different detergents, such as dishwashers or washing machines. Water containing urine from an overflowing toilet can also be defined as gray water. 
  • Category 3 Water. Category 3 water is also known as black water and is the most dangerous type of water. Black water comes for sources such as sewage backups, flooding, and untreated standing water that has started to grow bacteria and other microorganisms.

Water Extraction 

The second step in the water remediation process is removing all standing or excess water from the affected area. Our team will use pumps and vacuums to remove the water from the property. It’s important to begin the extraction process as quickly as possible to reduce the risk of bacteria and mold growth. 

Drying

The third step in the water remediation process is drying the structure and removing all trace of moisture from the affected area. This can be achieved by circulating warm dry air onto the affected area while regulating humidity with a dehumidifier. This is the most important step because proper drying will significantly reduce the risk of future mold growth and structural damages. The drying process could take days to weeks for completion. 

Cleaning & Sanitation 

The fourth step in the remediation process is cleaning and sanitizing the affected area and all belongings that may have been affected by the water. Our team will treat all affected textiles, such as carpets, clothing, curtains, or furniture with an antimicrobial treatment. Our team will also utilize air scrubbers to remove any lingering moisture or mold spores from the air. 

Restoration

The final step in the water remediation process is restoring the structure back to a livable home. If any drywall, insulation, or flooring was removed it will all be replaced in this step.