FAQs
More FAQs- Why did the technician leave wet carpet on my stairs?
- Will any items in my home be salvageable after the cleanup process, and how do you determine what can be saved?
- The wood floors are wet and buckling. Will they have to be replaced?
After water damage in your home, stair carpeting is generally not removed for safety reasons. Exposed tack strips or staples, especially on steps, can be dangerous. However, there are situations where removing carpet from stairs is necessary to prevent damage to hardwood steps underneath, or in the case of sewage contamination. Removing tack strips is not advised, as this may damage the hardwood or the subfloor. Extreme caution must be used whenever the tack strip is exposed or when the carpeted stairs are damp. If carpet left on the stairs is unsalvageable, it will be removed when new carpet is installed.
Our top priority is to properly and safely remove biological waste from your home while minimizing any damage. Our highly trained technicians are equipped with industry expertise, specialized products, and equipment to effectively clean and disinfect the affected area. We understand that some items may hold sentimental or monetary value, so we take extra care in evaluating each item to determine if it can be salvaged or not. We follow strict guidelines and protocols to ensure that only items that are safe for use will be deemed salvageable. Our team will communicate with you throughout the process and provide recommendations based on our findings. Rest assured that we will do everything possible to save as many items as we can during the cleanup process.
Wood flooring in your commercial property that has been damaged by water must be continually evaluated by qualified technicians during the drying process. We use professional-grade drying systems and dehumidifiers to create the ideal environment for wood floors to dry efficiently, and optimally to resume their original shape. Depending on the density of hardwood flooring and the type of finishes used, complete drying may take up to three weeks or longer. If you file a claim, your insurance adjuster will work with you to make the final decision as to whether the floors in your property will need to be refinished or replaced.