Professional Water Removal Saves Centennial Properties

When a home experiences water damage, water extraction is one of the first and most important steps toward a clean, dry, and safe Centennial residence. Trained restoration technicians rely on unique equipment and proven techniques to remove water quickly and efficiently. Extraction is a must for keeping drying timely and controlling the potential for secondary effects from prolonged water exposure, including odors and microbial growth. 

Removing Water from Carpet and Upholstered Surfaces 

Carpets and rugs are highly absorbent and can hold large volumes of water. During extraction, technicians can use weighted extraction tools that compress the fibers while vacuuming out the trapped moisture or portable units with wand attachments tailored for carpeting. For upholstery, portable extractors with smaller attachments apply light suction to pull water without damaging the fabric or stuffing. Our professionals can follow the extraction with a deep cleaning rinse to remove contaminants and prevent fiber damage, depending on the material being treated. The carpet can also be temporarily pulled up and tended to remove water from underneath and prepare for drying. This also allows our team to examine the subfloor, if necessary, for any water damage that may have impacted it. 

Extracting Moisture from Drywall and Wood 

Drywall absorbs moisture quickly but doesn't dry out as easily due to being primarily composed of gypsum and paperboard. If the saturation level is high, sections may need to be removed. However, when drying is possible, controlled demolition and cavity drying systems come into play. These tools direct warm, dry air inside wall cavities to target moisture that isn't visible from the surface. Wood surfaces, meanwhile, require careful monitoring during extraction. Hardwood flooring can cause cracks if not treated with care. To this end, suction pads prove exceptionally useful and work by gradually pulling out water through seams or joints.

How Water Extraction Supports the Restoration Process 

Extraction sets the stage for all the drying and decontamination steps that follow. Every bit of moisture removed with professional tools cuts down on the time it takes to dry the structure with high-velocity air movement and low-grain refrigerant dehumidifiers, which prevents potential secondary damage to structural materials and minimizes disruption for homeowners. Different tools are selected based on the severity and location of the water.

  • Submersible pumps or truck-mounted extractors are used in situations where inches of standing water remain on the property. 

  • For saturated flooring, weighted extractors, suction pads, and wand tools offer surface-specific removal. 

  • In walls, small-bore injectors or negative-pressure cavity systems allow our technicians to draw moisture from behind surfaces without major demolition. 

  • Nonporous flooring can be treated with industrial-grade mops, squeegees, and other tools that move water without damaging finishes. 

If you're dealing with water damage in Centennial, our crew at Lightspeed Restoration of Aurora East is ready to restore your home. Call us today at (720) 975-8395 for expert water extraction service.

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