FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS > Water Damage Questions (19 entries)
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Many times, taking a do-it-yourself approach to water restoration only compounds the problem because it’s difficult to accurately diagnose the scope of the damage. There are also less experienced water ...
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Most structures can be dried in three days or less. However, when the moisture goes undetected for a prolonged period of time this can take longer to dry. We use ...
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Champion is qualified to handle any type of water damage including sewage overflow, leaking pipe, icemaker lines, dishwasher or washing machine hoses, rising water from heavy rains and tornado losses.
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Yes. Champion will perform water damage services for any loss. Champion has the knowledge, people, and equipment to do the job correctly, no matter the size of the job.
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DO: Have a professional plumbing contractor eliminate the water source. Call a professional water damage restoration company immediately for help! Damage from ...
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Dangers are not over when the water goes down. Do not endanger yourself or your family after a water event. Keep children and pets away. Try to protect yourself and your ...
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Not necessarily. This is a question that is best answered on a case-by-case basis. In the event of a sewage back-up, any material that has been touched by that ...
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Cash Checkbooks Flammables Gasoline cans Medications Personal documents Pets Stamp/Coin ...
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We recommend that you make a list of items (including food items) that are determined to be non-restorable. It is best to have a copy for yourself as well as your ...
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Not necessarily. Dishes, cooking utensils and food preparation areas can be sanitized, disinfected and then reused. Throw away wooden cutting boards, plastic utensils, baby bottle nipples and pacifiers, since it's nearly ...
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Assuming your books were soaked in clean water for less than 24 hours and mold is not present, you will have to start by prioritizing salvage order: collection books and valuable ...
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This is ultimately your decision. You should consider all safety issues, odors, electricity, noise from equipment, etc. If you are vacating your premises for any length of time, consider the following: ...
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Champion can often save hardwood flooring by using the Injectidry system, which is the state-of-the-art equipment used today.
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Generally, there 3 important red flags for water damage, originating in the refrigerator: Moisture behind or under the refrigerator including on the coils in the back ...
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Check the outlet pipe to make sure it is not clogged or frozen. Follow the pipe and confirm that water are directed away from the property. Check that ...
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Start with the toilet; check the water lines, the floor around the toilet, the tank and the toilet rim. Make sure no leaks are visible. Then inspect the Shower and Bathtub. ...
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Lock and secure your property when not occupied to prevent looting. Keep in mind that alarms may malfunction if the electricity or telephone service has been interrupted.
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The following are typical signs of water damage in the kitchen: Leaks under the sink, slow draining pipes, cracked tile or missing grout, soft or stained walls and floors, ...
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According to the IICRC Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Water Damage Restoration (IICRC S500), there are three categories of water that cause damage in buildings. They are summarized as follows: ...