Step 2: Inspection and Water Damage Assessment
Our Water Damage Restoration Process
Our SERVPRO of Des Moines NW team will go through our steps of the Restoration Process and identify the source. Our SERVPRO of Des Moines NW will stop the leak, then we will determine the type of Water Loss Category 1 (Clean) Category 2 (Gray) Category 3 (Black). Our SERVPRO of Des Moines NW will inspect to see how far the moisture traveled, to ensure the proper and complete restoration. Once that is all done SERVPRO of Des Moines NW will inspect for any Safety Concerns that may be evident. We also move and put blocks under any furniture to prevent getting damaged.
Identify and Stop the Water Source
We will check for the source of moisture in your home or business. The source must be stopped before any restoration or drying of the building can be successful.
- Stop the Source
- Check for Contaminated Water
Identify the Type of Water
We will identify the category and classification of water damage to ensure our professionals restore your property based on industry guidelines. The level of contamination of the water will affect the specific restoration processes we use.
- Category 1: "Clean Water"
- Category 2: "Gray Water"
- Category 3: "Black Water"
Survey the Extent of the Water Damage and Inspect the Premises
We inspect and test to determine the extent of damage and how far the moisture has traveled to ensure proper and complete restoration. In addition, we will inspect for safety concerns that may be evident. If there are any safety issues like lead or asbestos, please bring them to our attention.
- Survey Damage
- Complete Safety Inspection
Move or Block Furniture
We move furniture and property contents and block items to help prevent rust or furniture stains on wet carpet.
- Block Furniture