Restoration Guide

The Water Damage Restoration Process

The exact work depends on the source, contamination, affected materials and extent of damage. A useful way to understand restoration is as a sequence rather than a single cleanup step.

Assessment and Source Control

Identify what happened, address safety concerns and stop continuing water intrusion when possible.

Water Removal

Where standing water is present, extraction may be required.

Drying

Materials that retain moisture may need structural drying.

Cleaning, Removal and Restoration

What can be cleaned or restored depends on material condition and the nature of the water exposure. Contaminated-water events can require different handling.

How Long Does It Take?

There is no universal timeline. Read how long water damage can take to dry for the variables involved.