Disaster Restoration Services

What Happens During Disaster Repair?

When your property is damaged by a storm, flood water, fire, or other disaster, it’s easy to be caught off guard and unprepared for what happens next. Knowing more about how disaster repair works gives you a good idea of what to expect as you navigate the process. Here’s a breakdown of our process:

Hardline Contracting Inc.’s Disaster Restoration Services

We provide complete solutions for all types of disaster restoration. Our services include:

How Is Soot Removed?

Soot removal is a multi-step process that requires careful attention to detail to protect your property and our restoration crew. Here’s a breakdown of some of the methods we use:

• Dry soot removal: Loose soot particles are typically addressed using HEPA vacuums and manual wiping with microfiber cloths and soft brushes.
• Wet soot cleaning: Removing heavier soot and smoke residue requires sponge cleaning and gentle scrubbing.
• Chemical cleaning: Stubborn soot deposits are tackled with approved chemical solutions.
• Air scrubbing: Air scrubbers with HEPA filters will run continuously throughout the cleaning process to remove airborne soot particles and improve indoor air quality.
• Deodorization: After soot is removed, lingering smoke scents may require additional treatment with an odor neutralizer.

How Quickly Can Water Be Removed From Your Property?

Prompt action is essential when you need large volumes of water removed from your property quickly. We work quickly using wet vacuums and dehumidifiers to eliminate moisture before it causes further damage. Factors that affect turnaround times for flood water cleanup include:

• Severity of the water damage: A small bathroom leak can be addressed much quicker than a basement flooded from a burst pipe. The amount of water and the affected area significantly impact the extraction time.
• Accessibility of the water: Easily accessible water, like pooling on the floor, can be removed faster than water trapped within walls, ceilings, or under flooring materials. Extracting hidden water may require additional time to locate and access the source.
• Equipment used: The type and number of water extraction tools used affect the time it takes to clear water from your home or commercial space. High-powered pumps and numerous dehumidifiers expedite the process.
• Weather conditions: High humidity or cool temperatures can slow drying. Warm and dry weather facilitates faster evaporation of moisture. Dehumidifiers help counteract unfavorable weather conditions but take time to work.

Water removal is just the first step. Thorough drying of the affected area and building materials is crucial to prevent lingering moisture issues and potential structural damage.