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9/30/2019 (Permalink)

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What to Expect from Professional Water Removal Strategies in Minneapolis

Most residences in Minneapolis have full basements or a walk-out configuration with at least a portion of the foundation walls below ground. Overflows and leaks follow the path of least resistance, moving moisture to the lowest levels. Although the balance of the fluid collects below, a portion of the water absorbs into porous building materials. Retrieving the water that percolates into the foundation and evacuating moisture saturating structural components are challenges with which we can help.

Our Professionals Use Specialized Equipment 

When significant water removal in your Minneapolis home is necessary after a plumbing leak or appliance malfunction, we rely on the high-efficiency, commercial-grade equipment we stock on each of our service vehicles. Submersible pumps eliminate water deeper than two inches, and then we turn to truck-mounted wanded extractors for suction of the remaining pooled liquid. If the electricity is disconnected temporarily for safety, no delay in our response is needed. Our pumps are gas-operated, and onboard generators provide the power for the extractors. We collect and dispose of the water according to local regulation. 

Moisture Metering Is Essential to Water Removal

Conventional building materials, including drywall, ceiling tiles, wood framing and woodwork, flooring, and more, soak up water after an emergency. SERVPRO’s Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) training includes mastering the methodology used when employing moisture detectors, hygrometers, and other devices that measure the extent and locations of moisture saturation. We also learn how to scan for hidden caches of water. Our tolls include using infrared imaging cameras to find trapped fluid. Controlled demolition techniques like weep holes or flood cuts are options we explore to release the water.

The Mechanics of Removing Absorbed Water

Once we determine where the water migrated and the level of saturation, SERVPRO crews plan strategies to facilitate the transfer of the absorbed water into the air as vapor. We balance temperature with air movement to create the appropriate environment for the absorbed water to vaporize. The now-airborne moisture condenses or absorbs through the action of our evaporative or desiccant dehumidifiers. Lower temperatures experienced in our region during some months of the year make desiccant dehumidifiers particularly effective.

The highly-qualified employees at SERVPRO of Minnetonka use advanced techniques and technology to remove water after leaking and other crises. Call (952) 473-4837 to arrange for an expert consultation.

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