Extraction Tools That Simplify Water Restoration in Morristown

12/17/2024 (Permalink)

With advanced equipment, SERVPRO restores property to pre-damaged conditions, "Like it never even happened."

Choosing the Right Resources to Manage Morristown Water Damage

Living in Morristown has many highlights, including access to year-round outdoor activities like fishing, boating, and hiking at Cherokee Lake and Panther Creek State Park. Educational programs run by Rose Center for the Arts add cultural and creative aspects, while the one-of-a-kind SkyMart downtown system built in the 1960s caters to those who love shopping as they explore the city center and shop. Water damage can interrupt your blissful stay, creating problems and costly repairs. Various water extraction equipment like the ones we have at SERVPRO® can limit the inconveniences of water damage.

The water restoration procedures Morristown properties require may differ depending on the amount and condition of water involved. Water extraction is the primary intervention step, and different scenarios require different extraction approaches. A clean water leak from a pipe or sink may leave your room knee-deep in water but might not present as many problems as dirty water from a broken dishwasher. SERVPRO evaluates water damage incidents to determine the appropriate restoration resources.

Common considerations about restoration resources 

• The distance within the structure
• Availability of power within the premises 
• The depth of the water to be extracted 

Water extraction affects other moisture regulation steps after the initial intervention. The more water removed using extraction equipment, the less effort and time is spent on evaporation and dehumidification to dry the premises.

Standard tools used for water removal

• Extraction units
• Light wands
• Submersible pumps
• Deep extraction tools

Combining different water removal equipment on most water restoration projects leads to better outcomes. Extraction units offer much-needed flexibility in high-rise buildings such as Walters Ridge or Ashton View Apartments. Light wands are the better solution in business premises such as KAY Jewelers, where the floor may have a glued-down carpet. They are also handy for regular carpets where the pad has to be removed.

Pumping out water is essential when there is a significant water volume involved. Pumps have different capabilities, including high pressure, trash handling, and submersible. Our SERVPRO crews chose a pump for water removal based on the state of the water. Submersible pumps are effective when the standing water depth exceeds 2 inches, while trash pumps handle water containing solids.

SERVPRO of Hamblen & Grainger Counties conveniently handles water restoration exercises.