Emergency Water Extraction in Whitby

Emergency water extraction in Whitby comes first when water is standing on a floor, because the longer it sits, the further it soaks into drywall and subfloor. Lakeridge Restoration keeps extraction and drying equipment at our Whitby shop, and the crew that pumps the water out is the same crew that dries and repairs your home.

Right now:

• Shut off the main water valve if the water is coming from a pipe or appliance.
• Stay out of water that is near outlets, cords or the electrical panel.
• Move what you can off the wet floor and take photos for your insurer.

Arrival time in Whitby

Typically within 60 minutes. Hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days a week

What happens when we arrive

1. We make sure the water is off and the area is safe.
2. Moisture meters find the edges of the wet area, including under flooring and behind baseboards.
3. Truck-mount or portable extractors pull out the standing water; wet/dry vacuums get the corners.
4. We lift soaked carpet and pad. Pad is usually replaced; carpet can sometimes be saved if the water was clean.
5. We set up heavy-duty dehumidifiers and air movers and record the first moisture readings.

Emergency extraction cost

Typical cost: $4 to $12 per square foot for cleaning and drying

The main factors are how much water there is, how many rooms it reached and whether carpet and pad come out.

Extraction questions

Can I just use a shop vac?

On a small, clean spill, yes; we use wet/dry vacuums too. What a vacuum cannot reach is the water in the subfloor and the wall cavities, which is what the heavy-duty dehumidifiers and air movers are for. Never use one on sewage.

How long does drying take after extraction?

That depends on the materials and how long the water sat. Moisture readings decide when it is done.

Do you do the drying and repairs too?

Yes. Extraction is step one of the same job.