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Water damage is unique among problems faced by homeowners, because in many cases it is even more destructive than fire, not to mention being messier to have to clean up.  People who have been unfortunate enough to experience both will testify that they would much rather deal with fire than water.  The sheer level of destructive power that water possesses should never be underestimated.

The underlying goal of any water damage problem is the same; you must remove the water and dry everything out.  Whether the problem is big or small, the same basic rules always apply.  There may be additional steps involved, but all water damage restoration can be broken down into four basic steps:

Extraction – the removal of all excess water from the home.  This is usually done through the use of shop-vacs or gas-powered submersible pumps.  Much of the water can be removed through this method.

Drying – the removal of all remaining residual moisture from surfaces and the surrounding air, usually done through the use of high velocity fans, air blowers, and dehumidifiers.  All surfaces must be completely dried out, cleaned, disinfected, and sanitized.

Repair – the repair, cleaning, and restoration of any item damaged by water, including furniture, electrical appliances, and other personal property.  This is the single longest part of the process.

Restoration – the small, detail oriented touches designed to return your home to its former condition.

Keep in mind that this overall process may take days, weeks, or in the case of larger spills, even months to complete.  As a result, it is not usually a project that should be entered into by the novice or the average homeowner.

For fastest, and most efficient results, contact your local IICRC certified water damage restoration company.  They are available 24/7 to handle all of your water damage repair and restoration needs.