How long Does it Take to Dry a Wet Structure?

11/2/2022 (Permalink)

Different structural materials require specific amounts of drying time.

SERVPRO Technicians in El Centro Can Help You Dry a Wet Structure Quickly

When water gets into unwanted areas of your property, it can be a traumatic experience. Secondary damages such as odors, warping wooden flooring, and mold growth can occur within 48 hours of wetness. That is why the EPA recommends that mitigation begins within 24 hours of a flood whenever possible.  


How long can it take to dry my property?
Several factors determine how long it can take to dry your property, including:

    •    Temperature
    •    Humidity
    •    Amount of saturation
    •    Materials affected

It will take several days to dry your home. However, we can hasten the drying process by using our advanced equipment. We begin the process by extracting the excess water. Next, we install air movers (fans) and dehumidifiers to dry down the interior environment.  Our experts can determine when the drying is complete by way of daily evaluation of the drying process using sophisticated meters and monitoring equipment.

Is water damage "dangerous?"

Standing water inside a structure can be a slip hazard and it can present a risk of electrocution. If the water is from groundwater flooding or a sewage backup there is a potential for gross bacteria contamination. 

How do certified restorers handle water damage?

We assess the damage when we get to a property. Our SERVPRO team can remove wet or damaged materials that need to be salvaged or discarded. After removing the damaged items, our technicians can dry and disinfect the area. During this process, we use advanced equipment to speed up our restoration process. We can use air movers and dehumidifiers to dry the area effectively. Also, we can disinfect and clean the area to prevent it from spreading.

Water damage can not only damage your property it also causes potential health effects. To protect your property and the health of the occupants during a property damage event you are welcome to contact SERVPRO of El Centro / Salton City for advice and fast, professional water cleanup services or any other type of property damage. We’re Faster to Any Size Disaster.  Our phone number is:    (760) 337-5858.