Why Is It Important To Hire A Water Damage Professional To Dry My Place?

This is what the IICRC has to say about hiring a certified professional:

Professional restoration technicians understand the need for quick response. Immediate remediation is key to controlling any escalating costs. The longer the remediation is delayed, the higher the cost of restoration. Certified restorers have the knowledge to test materials and apply the restoration techniques required to return the items to their pre-loss condition. Look for the cleantrust logo to verify IICRC certification:

What do we say about hiring a certified professional,

“the IICRC could not be more right!!!”

Why take the chance on your structure, your health and your wallet by using a non certified professional.

And why is it important to use your own company and NOT the one the insurance company sends out? They will work for YOU, not the insurance company, you will know exactly what the extent of damage you have and know that it is being dried properly to avoid future complications. You say that the insurance company says you have to use the company they recommend?? WRONG!!!

In Florida, we have an awesome thing called, The Insurers Bill Of Rights, entitling you to use the company you want to use when filling any kind of insurance claim. Feel free to download your own copy:

Insurers Bill Of Rights

The IICRC recommends the following tips:

If Water Damage Occurs, Tips for Clean-Up:

• Shut off the main water valve, if practical, and call a plumber to fix the leak.

• Call a CleanTrust-certified professional water restoration firm immediately for mitigation

services, as required by your insurance policy.  Certified Firms have the knowledge, experience

and equipment to locate water wherever it goes, remove the excess, and dry your structure to

industry standards. Call The Clean Trust hotline at (800) 835-4624, or go to

www.CertifiedCleaners.org for a list of certified restorers in your area.

• Mop up standing water on flooring surfaces to prevent slip/fall hazards. If the burst pipe is

overhead, drain ceiling cavities by punching “weep” holes.

• Prevent mold growth. Although it takes a few days to appear, mold thrives on wood, paper,

particle board or even household soil, when stagnant air, moisture, and temperatures between

68 and 86 degrees are present.

• Wet clothing usually is salvageable. A 10-minute wash cycle in detergent and hot water should

sanitize washable clothing and many household fabrics.

• Dry out before you rebuild. Professional water restorers have a variety of instruments to

determine when a building is dry, to prevent on-going microbial growth. Drying should not stop

until wood or drywall moisture content (MC) falls below 16% MC. Normal MC is around 10% in

most areas of the country.

So as you can see, it is your best choice to call a professional of your choice to clean up. Let them help you get your home, office or building back to pre loss condition with the least amount of time, stress and cost to you. Call an IICRC professional.

If you are in the Central Florida Area, call 3-D Restorations, Inc at 407-292-4636. 3-D has well over 20 years experiences. They are Master Water Restorers with the IICRC.