Basement Water Extraction

If you have experienced water damage on an upper floor of your building, chances are you have some flooding in your basement. An inch or two of standing water may not look like a large volume, but it could add up to hundreds or even thousands of gallons of water. A standard wet vac simply is not strong enough to handle the entire space in an efficient manner.

Baltimore Water Restoration is a full service restoration company equipped with the proper tools necessary to quickly and efficiently extract standing water in your property’s basement.

We use only the best equipment to meet the needs of the space. From submersible pumps to truck mounted commercial units, we choose the tool that will provide the best results.

With over a decade of experience servicing the Baltimore, MD and surrounding areas, we have been exposed to many types of flooded basements. This is why we understand there is not a simple one-size-fits all approach. Instead, we take time to analyze the situation and choose the quickest and fastest way to extract water from your basement.
Certified by the IICRC (The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration) and staffed 24/7/365, we are trained, qualified and ready to take your call! To reach one of our trained professionals, call us at (757) 434-6263.

Basement Extraction Cleanup

If you have standing water in your basement, it is essential that you extract and dry the affected area immediately. Standing water starts to become contaminated after 24 hours.

Choose an extraction method

There are several different types of extraction methods. The volume of water and size of the space would determine which method you would use. The various methods to choose from, ranking from largest volume of water to least would be truck mounted extraction units, submersible pumps and wet dry vacuums.

Note: Wet/dry vacuums would only be used when there is very little water to extract. They are very good with puddle-sized areas. Any size beyond that would need to be stepped up to a submersible pump or truck mounted extraction unit.

Vacuum remaining water with a wet/dry vac

When all if the water is extracted, it is a good idea to pass over the affected area with a wet/dry vacuum. This way, we can pick up any moisture that was left behind and prevent secondary damage from forming.

There are two types of wet/dry vacuums. Ones with regular filters and ones with HEPA filters. Many of our clients wonder which filters are the best. Our answer? It depends on the situation. If we identify a hazardous substance such as mold, lead or asbestos, we will use a wet/dry vacuum with a HEPA filter for an additional precaution. On the other jobs however, we will simply use a regular filter.

Dry the space

Using dehumidifiers and air movers placed within the recommendations of the IICRC, dry the remaining moisture that is left after the water extraction has taken place. Water extraction, when done correctly should remove 99% of the existing moisture. It should only take about 3 days to dry the remaining moisture present.

Disinfect the area

One of the best reasons to go with a professional company for your basement water extraction case is that we have access to the strongest and safest disinfectants on the market. It is always wise to apply a disinfectant to the affected area after the drying process has completed. This way, you are able to kill any remaining bacteria that has lingered form the previous moisture.
Many of the disinfectants that you can find at the home supply stores do not address everything, and are not as safe to use as the commercial products. Leave the restoration to the professionals to ensure effective results.

Choose Baltimore Water Restoration

Do you have standing water in your basement? If so, you need to call a professional company who can address your problem quickly, correctly and effectively.

Baltimore Water Restoration is a full service restoration company, who has been servicing clients in the Baltimore, MD and surrounding areas for over a decade. We are certified by the IICRC and make sure all of our technicians are trained and confident before they ever visit your property.

We understand that this is a stressful time, and will do everything we can to minimize the process. Our job is to make your life a little easier, extract the standing water in your basement quickly and allow you to move on with your life.

If you would like to reach one of our trained technicians, please call us at (757) 434-6263!