Why Can't I Just Clean Up The Water Myself?

9/28/2021 (Permalink)

Don't attempt to cleanup alone. Trust our SERVPRO of Northwest Columbus Team to take care of your water loss for you!

Once you experience a water loss, your first thought might be to clean it up yourself. To an average homeowner, the cleaning up process seems easy, but in reality it is not.

SERVPRO of Northwest Columbus uses commercial-grade equipment in all of our Columbus water losses, no matter how big or small the loss might be. We have access to a number of resources and professional grade options than anything available at a home improvement or renovation shop. Our specialized technicians are trained follow a careful process that ensures we do not miss anything, providing a safe environment for you and your family to resume living in.

1. Inspection and Assessment – Technicians and Project Managers inspect the home using moisture meters to identify all affected areas, making certain we understand the extent of the damage.
2. Water Removal & Extraction – We use pumps and smaller vacuum units to draw out the majority of the water in your home.
3. Drying the Structure – Technicians use air movers and dehumidifiers to lower humidity and draw moisture out of structural property like wall framing and drywall.
4. Cleaning and Sanitizing – Specialists clean off any debris that may have been brought up by the water and deodorize restorable items.

If you have water in your home, contact SERVPRO of Northwest Columbus at  (614) 261-6666 immediately. We are here to help you restore your home or apartment to a dry and livable condition.