24/7 Emergency Water Damage Services
Water Damage Restoration
If you have experienced water damage in your home or business, we can help! Clean-up, restoration and insurance claims can be messy. Don’t try to do it yourself, and don’t trust your property to just anyone! ExactRecon can help you salvage valuable documents, collectables, furnishings, and the building itself. We can also help with the post-disaster reconstruction process to get you back to a pre-loss state quickly.
Water Damage: What to do First
1.
Safety First
Before diving into any water damage restoration tasks, prioritize your safety and that of your family. Identify potential hazards such as electrical issues, structural damage, or contaminated water. If there are electrical appliances or outlets in contact with water, turn off the main power supply to the affected area. Also, exercise caution when walking on wet surfaces to avoid slips and falls.
2.
Stop the Water Source
If the water damage is caused by a burst pipe, leaking appliance, or any other identifiable source, your priority should be to stop the water flow. Locate the shut-off valve for the affected area or, if necessary, shut off the main water supply to your home. Taking this action swiftly will help prevent further water damage and potential flooding.
3.
Document the Damage
While it may be distressing to witness water damage in your home, it’s important to document the extent of the damage for insurance purposes. Use your smartphone or camera to take clear photographs or videos that capture the affected areas from different angles. This visual evidence will be valuable when filing an insurance claim and seeking compensation for repairs and restoration.
4.
Call the Experts
Water damage restoration is a complex process that requires expertise, specialized equipment, and thorough knowledge. Contact ExactRecon to assess the extent of the damage, we can be there oftentimes within 1 hour! Not only will we call the insurance company for you and handle your claim, our team of professionals has the necessary tools and experience to handle the drying, cleaning, and repair processes effectively. Act promptly, as delayed action can lead to mold growth and further structural damage.
5.
Mitigate Further Damage
While waiting for professional help to arrive, you can take some initial steps to mitigate further damage. If it’s safe to do so, remove any items or furniture from the affected area to prevent them from absorbing excess water or becoming permanently damaged. Place plastic sheets or tarps on the floor to protect unaffected areas from water seepage. Use mops, towels, or a wet-dry vacuum to remove standing water. Open windows and doors to improve ventilation and aid in drying.
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Ensure Proper Drying and Cleaning
Once our water damage restoration professionals arrive, they will initiate the drying and cleaning process. Using high-powered drying equipment such as dehumidifiers and air movers, they will extract moisture from the affected areas, including walls, floors, and furniture. It’s crucial to eliminate all moisture to prevent mold growth and secondary damage. Professional cleaners will sanitize and disinfect surfaces to eliminate any contaminants and restore a safe and healthy living environment.
Pipes Burst. Water Damage Happens. We can help
With over 17 years of experience in water damage restoration, ExactRecon has handled everything from partially wet rooms to entirely flooded houses or basements. We have helped individuals and large businesses in the southern Michigan area get back up and running quickly, and we can do the same for you.
In addition to our expertise and experience, we have the most technologically advanced drying equipment in the industry. We use water vacuum machines to remove as much water as possible, as quickly as possible, to prevent water damage from spreading any further. We also set up high-volume air movers and low-grain dehumidifiers, the latest advance in drying equipment. (Low-grain dehumidifiers leave fewer grains of water in the air than older dehumidifiers do, which will dry your home and belongings much faster.)
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What Not to Do
Don’t Call Your Insurance Company
If you call the insurance company they will start asking you questions that could get your claim denied. For example – if you say your basement is “flooded” then you may be denied. Using the proper terms when speaking to them can be the difference between an approved claim and a denied claim. Trust the experts to handle this part for you. We will call and handle all of the details for you and even meet the inspector at the site to explain the damage.
Don’t attempt to clean it up yourself
Depending on what kind of water damage you have, cleanup can be hazardous. Wait for the professionals to come and do the dirty work. Our team can be on site quickly and start the clean up process for you from moving out your possessions, clearing out damaged items and properly drying the space so no mold or bacteria present down the road.
Don’t wait to contact us!
Time IS of the essence when it comes to water damage. The longer it has been sitting, the more damage can happen. Facing water damage in your home can be a stressful experience, but by taking swift and decisive action, you can mitigate the damage and initiate the recovery process effectively.
What to Do if you have Water Damage
Ideally, you’ll be able to call in water damage restoration experts immediately. The sooner you have a professional team working for you, the more likely it is that we can salvage your belongings and get things back to normal.
We can have a crew to most sites within one hour. You’re not going to have to deal with an answering service when you call us. You’ll talk to one of our friendly, experienced technicians – one who knows exactly how to handle water damage, large or small.
We have the know-how to take proper steps to get the drying process started, preventing any further water damage. Our priority is to prevent further damage to your property… and to dry it fast!
What to Do if you have Water Damage
Ideally, you’ll be able to call in water damage restoration experts immediately. The sooner you have a professional team working for you, the more likely it is that we can salvage your belongings and get things back to normal.
We can have a crew to most sites within one hour. You’re not going to have to deal with an answering service when you call us. You’ll talk to one of our friendly, experienced technicians – one who knows exactly how to handle water damage, large or small.
We have the know-how to take proper steps to get the drying process started, preventing any further water damage. Our priority is to prevent further damage to your property… and to dry it fast!
Areas We Serve
Exact Recon serves the cities of Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Dexter, and Chelsea, as well as nearby communities. We primarily work in the following ZIP codes:
We serve Jackson & Washtenaw counties including:
Ann Arbor, Augusta Charter Township, Barton Hills, Blackman Charter Township, Bridgewater, Brooklyn, Chelsea, Columbia Township, Concord, Dexter, Freedom Township, Grass Lake, Hanover, Henrietta Township, Jackson, Leoni Township, Liberty Township, Lima Township, Lodi Township, Lyndon Township, Manchester, Napolean Township, Northfield Township, Norvell Township, Parma, Pittsfield Charter Township, Pulaski Township, Rives Township, Salem, Saline, Sandstone Charter Township, Scio Township, Sharon Township, Spring Arbor Township, Springport, Summit Township, Superior Township, Sylvan Township, Tompkins Township , Vineyard Lake, Waterloo Township, Webster Township, York Charter Township, Ypsilanti
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