Auburn WA Carpet Water Damage

Water damage in your home is bad enough, but water damage to your carpet increases the headache exponentially.  Carpet absorbs water…..a lot.  And water not only gets on carpet, but into it and down under it as well, resulting in additional problems such as carpet mold or warped floors.  Carpet flood damage can ruin drywall as well.

Carpet water removal is generally accomplished through the use of a wet-dry vac or pump setup.  Excess water is removed from the carpet making it easier to lift.  Ideally the carpet should then be taken up at the tacks and moved outside to dry on a driveway or patio.  Be sure the carpet dries flat, or else it may not fit when it is reinstalled.  The carpet will need to be dried, cleaned,, disinfected, and cleaned again.

While this is going on, take care of the floor.  It too will need to be dried out, cleaned, and disinfected.  The word to remember in this operation is “dry”.  Failure to dry all surfaces, leaving water under carpet, will result in the onset of mold.  Mold establishes within 48 hours, spreads rapidly, and can cause all kinds of various health hazards.  Carpet mold removal is best handled by a professional.

From carpet water extraction to carpet mold remediation to re-installation, your best bet in the event of carpet water damage is to contact your local water damage restoration company.  They are well equipped and experienced in handling all your water damage repair problems.  Call today for a free estimate.