24/7 Emergency ServiceWater Restoration for Local Companies in Redwood City
3/15/2021 (Permalink)
SERVPRO has the right equipment to restore your water damaged home.
Why Does Water Restoration Take Longer for Some Materials in Redwood City?
Almost all materials absorb moisture to some degree. For example, carpets tend to absorb a great deal more water than hardwood floors or cement floors. Why do some walls absorb more than others?
SERVPRO completes an assessment of the materials and the absorption rates before beginning water restoration activities for Redwood City companies. An unpainted wall with drywall may need to be replaced, while one that is painted may not need replacement due to the difference in moisture absorption rates of painted surfaces. This process is called Permeance.
Examples of materials with low permeance absorption rates include:
- Vapor barriers
- Glass, enamel
- Masonry brick
- Vapor retarding paints such as high gloss or semi-gloss paints.
Materials with high Permeance include:
- Fabrics, carpets
- Unpainted drywall
- Particleboard
Fabrics and carpeting can usually be dried, while drywall and particle board tend to swell as they absorb moisture. We replace these items with new materials.
Contact SERVPRO of Belmont / San Carlos for water restoration services at companies in Redwood City and surrounding areas. We can help 24/7. Call (650) 591-4137.