What Challenges Exist in Efficient Water Removal for Niagara Falls Homes?

6/23/2021 (Permalink)

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SERVPRO Professionals Must Overcome Several Obstacles in Removing Water and Drying Niagara Falls Properties

Mitigation options like water removal require swift and deliberate action. Depending on the cause of water damage and the spread through the property, certain challenges can make extraction a challenge.

Moisture Migration to Seek Equilibrium

One of the obstacles to water removal in Niagara Falls homes and businesses is moisture migration through the building. Elements like pressure and humidity seek a balance between areas of the house, meaning that damp pockets travel through porous material as wet conditions seek dry conditions until an equilibrium is met. Understanding the path of moisture can help SERVPRO professionals address moving water.

Delamination and Flooring Damage

When flooring becomes directly impacted by spreading moisture and standing water, elements like the carpet can degrade and deteriorate. Delamination separates the individual layers of the carpet system from being one piece, which can require the carpets to get removed and replaced if the situation gets bad enough.

Efficient Drying Solutions for Area Homes

Thorough drying options vary considerably between properties as conditions can be unique. While air movers and desiccant dehumidifiers can make up a large portion of drying, we also rely on:

• Positive pressure machines
• Portable heaters
• Low grain refrigerant dehumidifiers
• Drying mats

As challenging as water removal services can be, our SERVPRO of North Niagara County team can quickly conduct these efforts despite obstacles. Give us a call anytime at (716) 299-0330.