COMMON PROPERTY RESTORATION MYTHS

4/12/2021 (Permalink)

COMMON PROPERTY RESTORATION MYTHS

COMMON PROPERTY RESTORATION MYTHS

There have been plenty of misconception regarding restoration procedures throughout the years. These theories may have been true in the past when the technology wasn’t as advanced. However, professional restoration companies see beyond these misconceptions and apply the right course of action in mitigating and restoring damages. If a property owner doesn’t take the right action due to these misconceptions, they could end up dealing with more severe damage which is avoidable. Here are the common property myths and truth behind them.

Myth 1: Replacing costs less than restoring

Restoration services like mitigation and cleaning contents are most cost – effective than replacing items. This can vary with circumstances. As times, replacement is the only option. For instance, if after a fire disaster, smoke and soot residues were not properly removed from surfaces, the damaged contents must be replaced. A trained restoration company can effectively remove smoke and soot residues, avoiding a large amount of replacement on the part of the owner. A professional restoration technician will always prioritize mitigation. The process prevents further damage and reduces more loss.

Myth 2: Cleaning your carpet will get them dirty faster

Inefficient carpet shampooing left a soap residue that could attract dirt faster than before it was cleaned. Nowadays, restoration professionals use advance techniques than can both flushes and rinses carpets, preventing the misconception from happening.

Myth 3: Drying process is complete once the carpets are dry

Drying process is complete only when all the structural items, such as cement floors and walls are totally dry. Professionals use advance meters and sensors to measure moisture levels. This is important to carry out the result, which is a complete dry structure.

Myth 4: A fire damage home will always smell like smoke

Smoke soot is more damaging than ordinary dirt or dust, prompt cleaning actions are crucial. Neutralizing smoke soot immediately after a fire can reduce losses. If you don’t clean smoke immediately after a fire, the valuables of your home may suffer irreversible damage, due to acidic nature of the smoke particles.

Myth 5: DIY is cheaper than hiring a restoration company

This situation can be true in some cases, if, for instance, the damage was just a cause of a small leak or grease fire. You can use household products to clean the damage. However, a homeowner must extremely careful. A mishandling repair can cost more in the long run. Hiring a restoration company can help you save more money.

When in doubt, always consult trained professional restoration company, such as SERVPRO of Ventura. We utilized advance products and systems for restoring a wide variety of different damaged contents.

Do not hesitate to call SERVPRO of Ventura at (805) 656-3911.