The Difference Between Water Mitigation and Water Damage Restoration

2/15/2023 (Permalink)

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Water mitigation and water damage restoration are two terms used to describe different processes that occur after a water loss. Many people think these two terms mean the same thing, but they are actually very different. Water Mitigation is the process of mitigating the damage to your property after a loss has occurred. This can include drying out carpeting, replacing appliances and furniture that have been damaged by moisture, cleaning walls and repairing plaster.

Water Damage Restoration occurs after mitigation in which the interior portion of your home has already been dried out but may still have some lingering signs of water damage. The purpose of this process is to ensure that secondary damages don't occur.

How does water mitigation work?

Water mitigation is a proactive step to avoid further water damage. This process involves stopping the spread of water and fixing any damage done by the leak before it can wreak havoc on your home. Most insurance companies require you to hire a professional for water mitigation rather than doing it yourself, but if you're handy with tools and have some experience in DIY projects, there are some things that can be done at home as well.

What are the steps involved in water damage restoration?

Water damage restoration is a process that includes the following steps:

• Dry out your home or business with dehumidifiers and air movers.
• Remove and dispose of wet materials that can't be salvaged, such as drywall, insulation and carpeting. If you're unsure if something can be saved, it's best to just discard it rather than risk further damage down the road.
• Clean and disinfect all surfaces in your home or business so that mold doesn't grow later on (plus this will make sure it smells fresh again!). Also look into getting your carpets professionally cleaned once you've finished this step — trust us, they'll thank you later.
• Paint any areas where paint has been damaged during the flooding with one coat of primer and two coats of paint (or whatever is specified by a professional). And don't forget about repairing any broken windows or doors before replacing them!

Who handles water damage mitigation and restoration?

As you can see, there's a lot to know about water mitigation and water damage restoration. The difference between the two is crucial, but so is knowing the right person to call when disaster strikes. That's why it's important to partner with a professional like us at SERVPRO of East Concord/ Brentwood. With our help, you'll be well on your way towards avoiding disastrous results and getting everything back on track as quickly as possible.

We're here for you 24/7/365—no matter what happens or when it happens—and no one knows better than we do how important it is to have a plan in place before an emergency occurs. It may seem like an inconvenience now; but trust us: You'll thank yourself later!

Water Mitigation vs Water Restoration

Water mitigation is a technique that helps stop the spread of water and damage to a structure before it gets worse. Water damage restoration refers to any action taken after the water has already touched your home or business, including drying out carpets, walls, floors and furniture. You'll also see "water remediation" or "water removal" used in reference to these services—they're basically interchangeable terms for how you got your wetness problem fixed up.

Water mitigation isn't always necessary: sometimes all you need is cleanup help from someone who knows how to get rid of damaged carpeting fast. In other cases though (like when an entire apartment flooded), it makes sense to call in experts who can restore everything back into good shape again as best possible

It's important to know what you can do if your home is damaged by water. Knowing the difference between restoration and mitigation will help you make the right decision for your situation. For more information on how we can help, call us today!