Flooding and Water Damage Restoration in Reading, PA

As the fifth-largest city in Pennsylvania, Reading is home to more than 88,000 people. With this higher population and activity, the threats for situations like water damages never cease. Homes and businesses throughout The Pretzel City can be quickly overwhelmed by problems like burst pipes or flooding, making it vital for our SERVPRO of Reading team to respond as soon as possible to help with:

  • Water damage remediation
  • Ceiling repairs from water damages
  • Basement flooding
  • Burst pipes
  • Water removal services
  • Water clean up

Does Water Clean Up Start Immediately in Reading? 

There is a finite restoration timeline for water damage events, regardless of the cause or source. Water cleanup often begins with removing the recognizable damage in the form of standing water or pooling. Extraction involves multiple tools in our inventory ranging from our portable wet vacuums to more powerful standing units and pumps. 

What Tools Help Reading Homes Amid Flood Restoration?

Flooding of areas like the basement can be overwhelming for homeowners, especially when it threatens stored personal belongings or living spaces of the house. Addressing these concerns requires calculated cleaning and drying products or equipment. Efficient drying with air movers, dehumidifiers, and portable heaters can reduce the development of microbial threats. Likewise, cleaning surfaces with antimicrobial products help to prevent these occurrences and exposure to contaminants as water restoration continues. 

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SERVPRO of Reading

Flooding or Water Damage? Call Us Today – (610) 779-8189

24 Hour Emergency Water Removal Service

We know that water and flooding emergencies can happen any time, so we’re ready 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – including holidays. We provide immediate emergency water services to you Reading home or business, day or night.

Faster to Any Size Water Emergency

SERVPRO has over 2280 U.S. and Canadian Franchise locations, strategically positioned to be faster to any size disaster. If your Reading home or business is affected by water damage, we can provide an immediate emergency response that helps to prevent secondary damage and mold.

Highly-Trained Water Restoration Specialists

As water damage specialists, we have the experience, expertise, and the advanced training that enables us to get your property dried quickly and thoroughly. We use scientific drying principles and provide validation and documentation that your property is dry and the job is complete. Learn about our water damage training and certificates.

Locally Owned and Operated

SERVPRO of Reading is locally owned and operated so we are part of this community too. When you have a flooding or water emergency, we’re already nearby and ready to help. We take pride in being a part of the Reading community and want to do our part in making our community the best it can be.

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Our Restoration Process

Every water damage event is a little different and requires a unique solution, but the general process stays the same. The steps listed below illustrate our process for the “typical” water damage emergency.

1.  Emergency Contact

The restoration process begins when you call us. Our consultant will guide you through the crisis and may ask several questions to help us better understand the equipment and resources that may be needed.

2. Inspection and Damage Assessment

We determine the scope of your water damage at this stage is crucial to developing a plan of action. We inspect and test the damaged area to determine the extent of damage and how far the moisture has traveled to ensure proper and complete restoration.

3. Water Removal / Water Extraction

The water removal process begins almost immediately and removes the majority of the water. We use powerful pumps and vacuum units to quickly remove hundreds or thousands of gallons from your property which helps prevent secondary water damage and mold growth.

4. Drying and Dehumidification

After the bulk of the water has been removed, we use specialized equipment to target the water that’s harder to access. Our Professionals use less intrusive, scientific drying methods to draw the remaining water and moisture from your property with air movers and dehumidifiers.

5. Cleaning and Sanitizing

We clean, repair, and disinfect all of the restorable items and structures that were damaged by the water. We are adept at cleaning contents using a number of techniques. We’re also trained to remove odors using industrial air scrubbers and fogging equipment.

6. Restoration

The last step is restoring your home or business back to its pre-water damage condition. The restoration step can be relatively minor, such as replacing a few drywall panels, or could include major reconstruction, such as rebuilding entire rooms of a home or business.

The Trusted Leader in Water Restoration

SERVPRO of Reading knows what it’s like when a water disaster occurs and we are prepared to react with the right tools and trained professionals. We lead the water restoration industry, and can be trusted to help remediate your water loss. SERVPRO understands how overwhelming a water emergency can be for homeowners. Call us at (610) 779-8189 and let us make it “Like it never even happened.”

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