Water Damage Restoration

Water damage should be addressed immediately, ideally within the first 24-48 hours. The longer water sits, the more extensive the damage becomes. Within minutes, water can spread to other areas and be absorbed into drywall, flooring, and furniture. Within hours, furniture can begin to swell and crack, and dyes can bleed onto carpets. After 24 hours, mold growth begins, structural wood swells, and metal surfaces start to corrode. Swift's emergency response teams are available 24/7 to provide immediate intervention that significantly reduces long-term damage and restoration costs.

Swift handles all categories of water damage: Clean water from broken pipes, overflowing sinks, or rainwater (Category 1); Gray water containing contaminants from washing machines, dishwashers, or toilet overflows without feces (Category 2); and Black water containing hazardous contaminants from sewage backups, flooding from rivers, or standing water with microbial growth (Category 3). We also address damage from various sources including burst pipes, appliance leaks, roof leaks, flooding, sewage backups, and condensation issues. Our technicians are certified to safely handle all water types and contamination levels.

Our comprehensive restoration process includes: 1) Emergency response and detailed assessment of damage; 2) Water extraction using powerful pumps and vacuum units; 3) Removal of unsalvageable materials and contents; 4) Professional structural drying using industrial dehumidifiers and air movers; 5) Cleaning and sanitizing of both the structure and salvageable contents; 6) Deodorization treatments to eliminate odors; 7) Repairs and reconstruction of damaged areas; and 8) Final inspection and verification that moisture levels have returned to acceptable standards. Throughout this process, we document all work for insurance purposes and keep you informed of progress.

The timeline varies significantly depending on the extent of damage, type of water, affected materials, and property size. Small, clean water incidents might be resolved in 3-5 days, while extensive flooding or sewage backups can take 7-14 days or longer for drying and initial restoration. If significant reconstruction is needed, the complete restoration may extend several weeks. Factors affecting timeline include weather conditions, the presence of hazardous materials, material saturation levels, and mold development. Swift uses advanced equipment and techniques to accelerate the drying process while ensuring thorough restoration.

Many water-damaged items can be restored with proper techniques. Swift employs specialized content restoration processes for furniture, electronics, documents, photographs, and personal belongings. Restoration success depends on several factors: how quickly restoration begins, the water type (clean, gray, or black), item composition, and saturation duration. Our content specialists evaluate each item individually, using methods like specialized drying chambers, dehumidification, vacuum freeze-drying for documents, ultrasonic cleaning for hard surfaces, and antimicrobial treatments. Items are carefully documented, packed, and transported to our facilities when necessary for intensive restoration.