All Rights Reserved. This article defines restorative drying and considers why carpet cleaning companies might want to expand into the field. It looks at some pros and cons of such a move, and estimates the necessary investment. It prevents moisture damage, microorganism and soil contamination, odors, and loss of indoor air quality. When damage has already occurred, it is combined with steps like cleaning, refinishing, removal and replacement.
Most abnormal water comes from within the building.
Potential for damage exists even when the water is relatively clean,coming from burst pipes, faulty appliances, leaky waterbeds, or many other sources. Sources that are more contaminating include overflowed toilets, sewer backups, or river floods. The purpose of restorative drying is to decontaminate and dry materials efficiently. Except for easily movable items like furniture and contents, the aim is usually to dry them on-site rather than remove them. In some cases, restorative drying can even save saturated books and documents, hardwood floors, and soaked walls and ceilings.