- How will I know if I have water damage?
Some water damage is easy to spot because you’ll see black mold and discoloring on your floors, walls, and ceiling. You may also notice a musty smell and peeling paint in your rooms. However, there could also be hidden water damage inside the walls and structure of your home or building. That is why you’ll need to hire a professional water damage restoration company like Orange Restoration to evaluate the condition inside the walls and other discreet areas.
- How much are your water damage restoration services?
The prices vary based on the size and scope of the job. Our service prices are based on how much time it takes to clean up the water and make the necessary repairs. Don’t worry, though, because your insurance policy may cover most of the costs if it covers water damage. Contact your insurance company to verify whether water damage is covered under your insurance policy.
- How long does it take to clean up the water and dry everything?
WaIt takes about 3 to 4 days to extract all the water and dry out the environment and personal possessions. As for the repair work, the average time is 1 to 3 weeks depending on how much was damaged. We may need to repair or replace your flooring materials, carpeting, drywall, cabinetry, etc.
- Does Orange Restoration have any professional credentials?
Orange Restoration has acquired all the necessary licenses and certifications to provide professional water damage restoration services to residents and businesses in San Diego.
Extended Credentials:
Orange Restoration is Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) certified, and fully licensed (lic#892496) and insured. We have an excellent record with the better business bureau and California state license board. In addition to these credentials, we are recently became Medically Sound Remediators with a CIRSx Certifications for our technicians to be able to offer Medically Sound Remediation Services in addition to our traditional remediation scope of work.
- Is fixing water damage a complicated process?
There are multiple stages to the water damage repair and restoration process. First, the technician will clean up and remove any water remaining on the flooring and then dry all soaked carpeting and furniture. After that, they will set up one or more dehumidifiers to remove the moisture from the air and prevent mold growth. All the water and moisture must be removed before repairs are made to damaged drywall, wood flooring, ceilings, etc. A professional water damage restoration company has the best tools and equipment to do a thorough restoration. In addition, Orange Restoration can use thermal imaging cameras and moisture meters to assess hidden areas for water and moisture-related damage.
- Who do I call first after noticing water damage in my home? My insurance company?
Contrary to popular belief, we do not recommend you call your insurance company first. Insurance companies want their policyholders to do everything possible to fix the water damage on their property before it worsens. For this reason, you should contact a professional water damage restoration company like Orange Restoration to repair your water damage.
- What are the primary reasons for water damage?
The primary reasons for water damage are burst water pipes, leaky water pipes, heavy rain storms, clogged drains, faulty appliances, clogged gutters, and roof leaks. Failure to fix these problems could result in a flood of your home or building.