Water damage estimating Seattle
Water Damage Estimating as Part of Restoration
After a flood or other disaster, there can be considerable damage to your home. It is important to hire a company with extensive experience in water damage estimating to determine the cost of restoration.
The restoration cost depends on the size of the damaged area, the extent of the damage and the type of materials affected. The source of the problem may also make a difference. The Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) sets cleaning standards based on three categories of liquids: Category 1 includes liquids that come from a sanitary source such as a drinking fountain or faucet; Category 2 includes water with minor contaminants that can result in illness if ingested, such as that from washing machines and toilet overflow; Category 3 is the most serious classification involving severe illness or death if the liquid is ingested. Sewer backup is often the culprit here.
The EPA stresses the importance of removing contaminated materials immediately. At Allied Restoration Company in Seattle, we work quickly to clean the mess. For assistance with water damage estimating, call us at 425-458-5756 today.
Hiring a Restoration Company for Water Damage Remediation
When consulting restoration companies, be sure to insist they explain their processes, including the equipment they intend to use. Ask for an estimated timeline, as well, so that you can keep track of progress. It is always a good idea to check the company’s references, as well as their rating with the Better Business Bureau.
After hiring a restoration company, a technician will evaluate the damage with water-sensing equipment and give you an estimate. Then, it will be time to begin restoration. There are several steps involved in the restoration process.
The technicians will first need to pump water out of the affected areas so that they can begin to dry them. The areas will also need to be sanitized and deodorized. If there is mold growth, the technicians can perform mold remediation.
Mold spores can get into the air during remediation, so it is important that the technicians contain the area. They routinely wear protective equipment to shield themselves from mold, including a mask or respirator, so that they do not breathe the spores into their lungs.
Allied Restoration Company in Seattle provides a wide range of services including water damage remediation. Our certified technicians are trained to handle cleanup and restoration. For more information, please call us at 425-458-5756.