Water damage is a common occurrence that can cause significant damage to your home or business. When water damage occurs, it is important to act quickly to prevent further damage and restore your property to its pre-damaged condition.
Water damage restoration is the process of removing water from your property and repairing any damage that has been caused. Water damage mitigation is the process of preventing further damage from occurring.
Water damage restoration and mitigation services include:
* Water extraction
* Drying and dehumidification
* Structural repairs
* Carpet and flooring cleaning
* Contents cleaning and restoration
Water damage remediation is the process of cleaning up and disinfecting a property after water damage has occurred. Water damage restoration is the process of repairing or replacing damaged materials and restoring the property to its pre-damaged condition.
Remediation is typically performed immediately after water damage occurs, while restoration may take several weeks or months to complete.
Here is a table that summarizes the key differences between water damage remediation and restoration:
| **Characteristic** | **Remediation** | **Restoration** |
|—————————————————— |—————————————————————————————————– |———————————————————————————————————— |
| **Timing** | Performed immediately after water damage occurs | May take several weeks or months to complete |
| **Goal** | To clean up and disinfect a property | To repair or replace damaged materials and restore the property to its pre-damaged condition |
| **Scope of work** | Typically includes water extraction, drying and dehumidification, and cleaning and disinfecting | May include structural repairs, carpet and flooring cleaning, and contents cleaning and restoration |