Water Damage — Carpet Restoration

If you are not in a fire or water damage holland mi damage situation it doesn’t hurt to still call around and find one to keep in your back pocket in case you ever do need one. This will eliminate the hassle of having to search for a qualified company in the midst of an actual emergency. Already having a trusted company at the ready will make life just a little easier should you ever have the unfortunate incidence of a fire or flood.

Storm Damage Restoration Once the carpet is clean, rinse it out well. Finally, it is important to get the carpet dry as quickly as you can, to prevent more damage to it. You can do this by laying the carpet down flat in a warm, dry place. It is better if you can dry the carpets with a fan. Many places rent fans specifically designed for this, and it is not expensive. You will want to make sure that the carpet is dry all the way through and not just on the surface. If you have hardwood floors, you will probably have to strip and refinish them if the fire has damaged them.

Once you have determined that the areas are wet (walls and carpet), you’ll need to bring in special designed carpet air movers and commercial dehumidifiers (a rental center will have them). Now please understand that a home residential dehumidifier and a regular house fan will not do the same. I have experimented with using these products and have found out that they do not come close to what the other machines do. The air fans are then placed under the carpet and placed to the wall (wall base removed and holes drilled under the wall base line). The commercial dehumidifier is placed in the room. Again an IICRC certified Water Damage Restoration Contractor has these equipments.

Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration Restoring wood furniture that has only been damaged from smoke is actually really easy. First, use a solvent such as denatured alcohol or paint thinner to clean off smoke stains. Only clean a small area of each piece of furniture at a time and rub the solvent on the wood thoroughly. Once the stain is gone, clean the surface a second time using a damp cloth. Then use a different cloth to dry the furniture. Once it is dry, polish the furniture.

Some things to look for in a fire restoration company include experience, reliability, and customer service. These three areas are important as you find the right company to bring your precious belongs back to their original glory.