Professional Water Mitigation and Drying Techniques
Water damage can penetrate walls, floors, and insulation deep, producing swelling, sagging, and degradation. Removing damp materials is an essential initial step in drying and restoration.
Why Removing Wet Materials is Important.
Soaked materials such as drywall, carpet, insulation, and wood floors retain moisture. This moisture can weaken structural components, promote mold growth, and create long-term damage. Removing these saturated materials reveals hidden moisture, improving drying technologies.
Assessing the Water Damage
BISON restoration experts begin by assessing the extent of the damage. Using moisture meters and thermal imaging, we go beyond what’s visible to pinpoint water penetration and determine which materials require removal.
Removing Unsalvageable Materials
Once the assessment is complete, we remove saturated drywall, flooring, and insulation that cannot be dried. In most cases, drywall is cut 12-24 inches above the water line, eliminating the damaged portion while preserving as much of the wall as possible. This controlled demolition gives us direct access to inner wall structures for thorough drying.
Advanced Drying Techniques: Tenting & Floating
After removing wet materials, we use specialized drying techniques to speed up the restoration process:
- Tenting: We seal off affected areas with plastic sheeting to create a controlled drying environment. This method traps heat and airflow, accelerating evaporation and ensuring deeper structural drying.
- Floating: We lift and circulate air underneath using specialized equipment for salvageable flooring materials, like carpet. This process prevents further damage and removes trapped moisture from the subfloor.
Both techniques help reduce drying times, lower repair costs, and prevent secondary damage like mold growth and wood warping.
At BISON Restoration Service, we use expert knowledge, advanced technology, and proven methods to handle water damage restoration in Norman homes. Our team is available 24/7—call us at (405) 225-2024 for immediate assistance.
