Early and Consistent Actions Taken to Preserve Quality Flooring Materials 

Hardwood flooring is an attractive component of any home, but it can be a nightmare when your property faces widespread water damage. Hardwood has porosity, even with a coated finish, so having a team to work quickly to protect and preserve this flooring becomes vital. Restoring the natural beauty of your hardwood flooring is a multi-stage effort by our Lightspeed Restoration of Richmond West team.  

How Bad Is the Damage?  

Water damage restoration for Midlothian hardwood flooring begins with assessing the damage. Infrared cameras and moisture meters help understand the progression of water through the material. Beyond evaluating the stability of the surface level, we must also determine if water has reached the subflooring or supporting joists and beams underneath and if it might be deteriorating.  

Salvageable Wood Preservation 

When quick action occurs, it is possible to find flooring that is still structurally sound and salvageable. In this case, drying becomes the primary objective to ensure the flooring stays stable and restorable. Industrial-grade axial air movers and dehumidification equipment like refrigerant units or desiccants combine to promote evaporation of the planks installed. Tenting is another option when more direct areas are affected, which involves sealing plastic sheeting over an area and funneling in dry air to accelerate drying.  

Unsalvageable Flooring Approaches 

Cupping is one of the first physical signs homeowners might see with their hardwood floors, but this alone does not necessarily indicate unsalvageable conditions. It is permanent warping that makes the material irreparable and thereby requires replacement. Long-term exposure can have many adverse reactions to hardwood planks, including:  

  • Warping  

  • Buckling  

  • Mold development  

Lightspeed Restoration professionals understand that uniformity in the replaced wood is critical, as you never want to see where the damage used to be. We match materials based on their grain, species, and finish. In cases where the wood planks are very close but not a perfect match, we might reclaim wood for less-used flooring areas in prominent locations. The floors are sanded and finished to give a cohesive, attractive result.  

Lightspeed Restoration of Richmond West Can Save Your Floors  

Richmond and the surrounding neighborhoods feature many properties with hardwood flooring that can date back decades or centuries for some buildings. We understand the precision necessary to balance time, airflow, and temperature conditions in your residence and protect these beautiful pieces of your home’s architecture. We can help with immediate restoration and recovery solutions or partial to full-scale build-back services when necessary. 

When your hardwood floors are in danger, call Lightspeed Restoration of Richmond West at (804) 335-1150.

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