How to Remove Standing Floodwater from Mount Kisco Basements?

2/15/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO extracts groundwater from Mount Kisco homes and then dries them with desiccant dehumidifiers, "Like it never even happened."

Flooding in the basement of Mount Kisco homes requires several tools to repair or resolve.

Flooding can be one of the more destructive disasters that homes endure. When water penetrates the basement level, the depth of the damage and the complexity of drying and extraction needs fast-responding restoration technicians like our SERVPRO team. We have several tools for efficient water removal. 

Trash Pumps and Extractors

Flood damage in Mount Kisco properties can be initially managed through trash pumps and truck-mount extractors. Both of these units can move hundreds of gallons of water per minute, making them the most efficient options in our inventory.

Wet Vacuums and Wands

When water has been taken down beneath the two-inch benchmark described, it is up to more portable and versatile equipment to manage remaining surface water concerns. Wet vacuums and their respective attachments can remove nearly all puddling and pooling for efficient drying to come.

Assessing Lingering Moisture Damage 

Surface water is among the most considerable obstacles for flooded basements, but after even brief exposure, it is to be expected that moisture migrates into related materials. We must track and assess the moisture content of the house and the suitable restoration solution to overcome these effects. Some of the necessary equipment for this includes:

• Moisture monitoring devices
• Air movers
• Desiccant dehumidifiers
• Heaters

Humidity Management

Even with surface water resolved, humidity and environmental moisture contents can still be factors. Moist atmospheres, especially in less frequented areas like the basement, can promote damage like mold growth. We limit the moisture content below the threshold that facilitates this damage using dehumidifiers and air movers. We can also treat surfaces with antimicrobial products to inhibit growth.

After a flood infiltrates your basement level, several types of water removal and drying practices are necessary to remove this intrusion. As leading storm damage cleanup specialists, our SERVPRO of Northern Westchester County team arrives with needed equipment for extraction, surface cleaning, and repairs. Give us a call when you need it at (914) 241-8100.