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Water Extraction & Carpet Drying
Water Extraction and Carpet Drying Toowoomba
Stain Busters Water Extraction and Drying Services are available on request for water damage and flooding of property. There is a misconception among the public and some water damage restoration providers that extracting the water and leaving it to dry without the appropriate professional advice is an acceptable practice. This is totally incorrect and potentially very expensive and dangerous to say the least!
If you see water damage throughout your home, the solution is not to simply dry the visible moisture. Only our trained and professional restoration experts can determine the root cause and act quickly to restore your beloved home. We take urgent action while using our advanced drying equipment to make certain that there is no more moisture present.
Damage starts immediately, so it is important when we attend the site, water damage emergencies are taken care of by our commercial grade equipment in order to stop hold growth and structural damage.
Water extraction and carpet drying is easy with our commercial grade equipment and backed by our highly trained technicians. For the best chance at full restoration, repairing should begin within 24 hours to eliminate any chance of extensive deterioration.
Prices start from $495
Why is a professional needed in the restoration for water damage?
- Products made of paper that is kept inside the home can degrade rapidly and is prone to mould growth.
- Structures that have been flooded may take weeks to dry out without technicians intervention.
- Building surfaces could possibly be lined with asbestos or other harmful contaminants left over by floodwaters resulting in a high health risk.
- Standing water has the potential to jeopardise the health of family members if left untreated.
- Building foundations can start to rot and deteriorate caused by the water lingering in the foundations.
- Water penetrations can also cause corrosion which can be to the detriment of electrical equipment and as a result enderaging the occupants.
IICRC certified technicians
- Stain Busters water damage restoration technicians are certified by IICRC (Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification) and understand that your health and well-being are paramount.
- The Australian standard known for these services are based on the IICRC – S500 standard which are recognised globally for restoring water damaged or flooded property.
- Stain Busters believe the most important reason the standard exists is to educate and regulate the industry because of the high risk of permanent damage and serious health risks associated with an inappropriate restoration process.
- In essence, it is there to protect you. Stain Busters believe it is not reasonable to expect you to know about water damage restoration or the S500. Unfortunately our industry is not regulated so how does the S500 protect you ?
- IICRC is an internationally recognised industry body representing best practice for professional water damage restoration services. The IICRC trains and educates technicians in our industry to the S500 standard. Stain Busters is an IICRC Certified Firm and therefore adheres to these standards.
Different types of water damage
Water damage restoration services don’t just attend the site and treat the affected areas the same way. Knowing the type of water damage will guarantee that both parties are protected during assessment and repairs. It will also assist you in discovering the main cause of the damage to make certain it is tackled immediately to steer clear of any further detriment.
Clean water
Clean water is your usual tap water that results in destruction to your home by either leaky taps or overflowing baths and sinks. This kind of water damage can pick up and carry contaminants from your floors. If the water is left untreated, it will become more polluted with mould and bacteria.
Grey water
Grey water is polluted or non-potable water. This type of water is contaminated with microorganisms and bacteria, and it can very rapidly turn into black water if not treated straight away and sanitised accurately.
Destruction of this kind of water can be a result of your toilet overflowing, your dishwasher or washing machine leaking during cycle, or even chemically treated water that’s leaking from an aquarium.
Another very common way that grey water damages property is by rainwater seeping through the roof and ceiling insulation onto your walls, floors and personal possessions. Water damage restoration of this kind of water requires the use of proper protection, a professional is best equipped to handle the matter.
Black water
Don’t be duped by the name, black water will not always have a visible colour or bad odour for it to be extremely harmful. Any accidental consumption can result in significant sickness or sometimes even worse – death. Pathogens, toxins and human waste are all found in Black water, therefore requiring urgent action to be taken.
Black water can be a result of river water rising, sewer backup, toilet backflow, or surface water on the ground. And in most cases, it consists of soil and silt which gathers around foundations, especially in cases of flood damage.
Aside from the substantial aesthetic and structural troubles to your home, water damage presents severe health risks to you and loved ones. Another byproduct that flourished in damp environments is mould. If mould remediation does not take place, it is highly likely mould spores will begin to cultivate.
Prices start from $495
QUESTIONS?
Frequently Asked Questions
We have the answers to your questions.
The services that we provide for water damage restoration Toowoomba consist of:
- Moisture readings
- Wet carpet cleaning
- Carpet drying
- Structural drying
- Mould removal and cleaning
- Odour removal
- Specialty restoration and emergency water damage restoration
- Emergency flood restoration
- In the event of water damage or flooding of a property: Stain Busters professionals will ask many questions to gain a full understanding of the event that has transpired and then determine the best solution approach.
- Make it safe: Electricity and water don’t mix! Water creates slip hazards, lifted carpet creates trip hazards and contaminated or mouldy carpets can make you ill.
- Categorise the loss: There are many categories for water damage. We can access and determine the situation and will recommend solutions to the S500 standard.
- Decide and advise the appropriate drying method: Ultimately, drying and restoring your property and its belongings is our priority by getting things back to their original condition as quickly as possible.
- Calculate and indicate an estimate of costs prior to commencement of works: Depending on what has actually caused the event and the estimated actions required to restore the property to its original condition, Stain Busters will calculate an indicative cost prior to commencement of works.
- Proceed with the restoration safely and professionally : Upon acceptance of the proposed method of treatment to restore the property by the stakeholder of the property (ie Owner/Landlord, Real Estate Agent, Property Lessee). Stain Busters are committed to safe work practices and is why we have our own OH&S (Workplace Health & Safety Policy and Work Safe Statement) policies which complete the job to the S500 standard.
- Stain Busters will provide a written report: The process will be documented step by step with photos of the cause and effects of the event prior to the commencement and at the completion of works. These may be required for insurance purposes depending on the size and amount of loss.
Attempting to clean up the affected areas yourself without the help of a water damage restoration company will not completely clear up the damage that has occurred. The structure of the building such as wall skirtings and timber joints will continue to be damp and thus creating the perfect conditions for the growth of mould.
Water damage restoration is not an easy fix, and if not addressed properly, can seep into internal wall cavities and eventually rot your home from the inside out.
Our experts take moisture readings before, during and after the water damage restoration services to examine the drying process. We follow the IICRC standards, and would never leave a home that wasn’t considered as an acceptable level.
Common signs your property may have water damage:
- Mould growth
- High utility bill
- Changes appear on your ceiling, walls, and floors
- Mildew or funky smell
- Old water supply system
This will depend on the type of property, size of the affected area and type of water damage. It’s recommended to get in touch with us to discuss your particular situation.
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Prices start from $165