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Restoration for Water Damage 101

Lindsey DeSoto

Updated: Nov 11, 2021


A flooded brick home requires water damage restoration
A flooded home is at serious risk for structural damage. It's important to begin restoration for water damage right away to mitigate the situation.

How important is restoration for water damage? The quicker you move after a catastrophe, the better! Starting restoration efforts immediately can prevent—or at least limit—further problems and keep costs to a minimum. The problem is, most homeowners don’t know where to begin water damage restoration for a house.


As such, here we're explaining the importance of starting restoration for water damage right away—as well as why it tends to be a good idea to hire a pro team instead of going the DIY route.


How Is Restoration for Water Damage Performed?

Ideally, you should hire a water damage restoration service to fix your property. It can be dangerous to repair water damage on your own as you’ll be dealing with electrical hazards, mold, and contaminated water.


It’s Best to Hire Professionals to Restore Water Damage

A professional team can handle the hazards of water damage restoration and conduct emergency water extraction, getting you back into your home as quickly as possible. If you try to fix the damage yourself without the proper equipment and training, you could be putting your home at extreme risk.


Restoration for Water Damage Requires Special Equipment and Training

A highly qualified restoration team combines specialized training with commercial-grade equipment to remove water and prevent mold. (You can read about the dangers of mold here!)


How Much Does Restoration for Water Damage Cost?

The overall cost of restoration for water damage depends on the severity of the situation. An inspector will thoroughly evaluate your property and give you a precise estimate.


Fortunately, insurance usually covers water damage restoration for a house. Even if you think the damage won’t be covered, it’s best to check with your insurance company before paying out of pocket (just in case)!


Do I Really Need to Hire a Water Damage Restoration Company?

Yes! In just 24 hours, water can cause mold (how fast does mold grow?), electrical issues, and significant structural damage. Unless you know how to tackle all these problems together, it’s really a good idea to get help.


A water damage restoration company can get to the root of the problem, repair it, and save you a ton of money and frustration in the long run.


Companies That Offer Restoration for Water Damage Usually Help With Sewage Backup and Mold Too

A good water restoration team is also equipped to handle mold remediation (what is mold remediation?) and sewage backup repair.


Unsurprisingly, what causes sewage backup can also cause water damage!


 

Do You Have Water Damage at Home? Call All-Water Restoration!


A repairman fixes drywall in a damaged home.
Whether it's your home's electrical, drywall, or anything in between, when it comes to water damage restoration All-Water Restoration can help!

If you need restoration for water damage, reach out to All-Water Restoration in Orange County. We offer free phone consultations and can reach most homes in Orange County and the surrounding area within two hours!


To learn more about Orange County water damage restoration, visit our contact page or call the number on your screen!




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