Mitigation is the critical "emergency" phase of water damage recovery. By acting fast, we stop the spread of moisture before it causes permanent structural failure.
Water quickly wicks up drywall and seeps under flooring. Immediate extraction and drying prevent the water from destroying untouched areas of your home.
Mold spores can begin to multiply within 24 to 48 hours of water exposure. Professional dehumidification stops mold before it ever has a chance to start.
Drying out a wall is significantly cheaper than tearing it down and rebuilding it. Proper mitigation saves you thousands in unnecessary restoration work.
We offer a wide range of plumbing services. We have a vast knowledge of the products and systems used within lower mainland homes. Below is an example of just a few services we cover on a day to day basis:
Mitigation is the immediate, emergency phase of water damage. It involves stopping the source of the water, extracting standing water, and deploying industrial drying equipment to save the structure. Restoration is the final phase that happens after the home is completely dry, which involves rebuilding, painting, and installing new flooring.
Typically, the structural drying process takes between 3 to 5 days. However, this timeline varies depending on the class of water damage, the types of building materials affected, and the size of the area. We monitor moisture levels daily to ensure the structure is 100% dry.
No. Standard house fans and open windows are completely ineffective at drying water that is trapped inside wall cavities, under hardwood floors, or soaked into insulation. We use industrial-grade LGR dehumidifiers and high-velocity air movers to pull moisture out of dense structural materials safely.
Under the right conditions, mold can start growing and spreading rapidly within 24 to 48 hours of water exposure. This is why immediate professional water mitigation and moisture control are essential to protect your home’s air quality.
It depends on the severity and category of the water. For clean water leaks (Category 1), you can often stay in the home, though the drying equipment can be quite loud. However, for sewage backups or floodwater (Category 3), you must vacate the affected areas due to severe health and biohazard risks.
We proudly offer sewer backup and flood pump-out services throughout the region:
(Need service outside these areas? Contact us to discuss special arrangements.)