Water Extraction
Water extraction is one of the most important elements of a water damage restoration job. You must remove the water in the most efficient way available in order to mitigate the loss as quickly as possible. Without proper water extraction procedures, the drying process will be slower.
Procedure:
- Complete an authorisation and consent form and have the insured sign and date it.
- Identify health and safety hazards of the job. Look for electrical problems or gas leaks. Post warning signs where needed to notify anyone who may enter the structure of potential hazards. Provide all technicians with appropriate personal protective equipment needed to perform the job safely.
- Locate and eliminate the source or sources of incoming water. This includes finding any leaks, shutting off water to broken pipes, pumping, or diverting any standing water away from the structure, etc.
- Remove any small or easily moved items from affected areas and block up larger pieces to get them off the carpet.
- Begin extracting water from the affected area using the Water Claw by Hydro-Force. This tool allows you to remove approximately 90% of the water from the carpet and the pad prior to disengaging the carpet. The Water Claw comes in a variety of sizes to match whatever extraction machine you have, and they do not require any electricity or heavy weights to work.
- Depending on the category of flood and the length of time prior to extraction, it may be necessary to apply a biocide after initial water extraction. Always follow label directions.
- Advance with procedures needed to return the facility to a pre-loss condition.
