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Drying Hardwood

1/21/2021 (Permalink)

Drying mat system set up in household kitchen SERVPRO drying mat system working hard

There is a misconception that when hardwood flooring gets wet, it must be removed because it is ruined.  Frequently, that is not the case.  SERVPRO of Muskegon has the tools and training to evaluate and dry out hardwood flooring.  We use specialized drying mat systems and balanced dehumidification to dry hardwood quickly, saving you the time and expense of flooring replacement.  When evaluating water damaged hardwood flooring, the length of time it has been wet is a critical factor.  If the flooring dwells in water for too long, it is possible for the boards to cup, warp, and possibly break.  Rapid response is critical to the success of saving hardwood.

When we respond to a water damage with affected hardwood flooring, we perform a preliminary inspection.  Which areas are wet?  How long have they been wet?  And specifically, how wet is it?  We use a combination of flooring extraction mats, and a powerful truck-mounted extraction unit to pull as much water out of the flooring as possible.  After that is done, we set up our drying equipment, and start the drying process.  We return to the site daily to monitor the progress of the drying, using meters specially designed for hardwood.  Once the moisture level in the wood reaches an acceptable level, the hardwood flooring can be inspected by a flooring contractor.

Looking to save your hardwood flooring from water damage?  Call SERVPRO of Muskegon, (231) 733-7601, we are Here to Help

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