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Experiencing Water Damage - Look No Further Than SERVPRO of Southern Rockland County

7/15/2022 (Permalink)

Southern Rockland County home affected by water damage. Southern Rockland County home affected by a pipe leak in a finished basement, our technicians quickly got to the scene and saved the day.

SERVPRO's Experienced Water Damage Teams are Available 24/7 in Southern Rockland County

A water loss can be difficult obstacle to any homeowner or business. One thing that makes a water emergency complicated to handle, is the overwhelming amount of ways that can cause it. The causes could range from a sewage backup, burst pipes, or a leaking roof from storm damage, you need a professional on site and ready to get to work as fast as possible. The longer a person waits to begin water extraction and drying, the more a property owner can open yourself up to more costly secondary damages. SERVPRO is available 24/7 even on weekends and holidays, we can assist with water removal services, drying, along with the complete restoration process.

How to Handle Burst Pipes in Your Basement

Broken piping can catch you off guard in your home or business. A large amount of plumbing can be hidden in plain sight, so an issue may be overlooked or unnoticed until the damage reveals itself. If you notice damp building materials, musty odors, or any staining, these are indications that you might have a water damage issue developing. There are other signs to determine if you have a pipe leak such as:

  • Standing water below sinks in your kitchen, bathroom, laundry room, etc.
  • An unexplained spike in your water bill
  • Strange noises coming from the pipes like bubbling or whistling
  • Water that is discolored or has a funny smell
  • Changes in your water pressure

SERVPRO of Southern Rockland County has technicians that carry multiple IICRC certification related to restoration work, they can conduct a thorough investigation with specialized equipment to determine the scope of the job and what may need to be done to address the issue. We make sure the issue is fixed before the water remediation can begin, so there isn't any further damage due to the cause of the loss. Whenever there is non-salvageable materials, we use controlled demolition to remove them carefully, dispose of them, and then rebuild.

Dehumidification and Drying are Essential in All Water Restoration Projects

During water related emergencies a big chunk of the work is done by using our drying and dehumidification techniques. SERVPRO has tested and proven methods to assist with bringing the interior of your property back to preloss conditions, but we can't do it on our own. We enlist the help of industrial grade equipment and experience with drying theory. Our company has access to large amounts of resources, which allows us to scale each project if needed. 

  • Powerful extractors, both portable and truck-mounted, allow our crew to remove standing water and pull moisture from carpeting, flooring, etc.
  • Air movers, industrial fans, drying mats, and other equipment allow us to enhance evaporation to reduce overall drying time.
  • Dehumidification equipment help to cut back on relative humidity (RH) to help boost evaporation rates throughout the work zone.

No matter the cause of water damage to your property, our technicians have the skills and expertise needed to restore everything to pre-water event conditions. For water repair and restoration look no further than SERVPRO of Southern Rockland County - you can reach our team by calling (845) 400-4888 and remember "We're Faster to Any Size Disaster!"

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