Water Extraction

Water Extraction: Minimizing Vapor & Bacterial Contamination

To prevent vapor pressure and bacterial contamination. Monitor moisture levels until environment is dry and optimal air quality is achieved, remove as much water as quickly as possible in a liquid form. Vaporize the remaining moisture as quickly as possible. Remove the vaporized air as quickly as possible. This one is easy; water gets into a building envelope in a place that it is not supposed to be which is generally anywhere outside of a sink, toilet, or shower.

Rising Waters / Flooding
Poor Grading – Water Going back to a home instead of away from it.
Foundation Cracks
Pipe Break or Leak
Sink/Toilet Overflow
HVAC Problem
Fires / Floods

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Water Damage

When water damages your home or business, the damage it causes will continue to escalate the longer materials or personal possessions are allowed to remain wet. There are definite health risks involved with water damage. Long-term water damage can possibly lead to asthma problems and allergic reactions. By not taking immediate action you could put your own, and your family’s, health at risk. Mold can begin to grow in as little as 48-72 hours. Therefore, you must take immediate action to remove any water and dry out the structure. The longer your belongings and building materials stay saturated with water, the greater the risk is that they will be destroyed and/or mold growth will start.

How Best to Respond

If you have a pipe burst, the first thing you should do is to remain calm. In water damage situations most injuries are caused by slip and fall accidents. Shut off the main water supply to your home. If possible, get to your electric panel and turn off the electrical circuits for any affected areas. Remember, water and electricity do not mix, so don’t take unnecessary risks by entering rooms that have standing water with the electricity on. Learn more about our 9 -step water mitigation process here.

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Created on March 06, 2022 By

Cory Meister

Water Extraction

Am-Cats Ems certification program is designed to provide the correct techniques in Water Extractions cause by natural disasters, unexpected catastrophes and flooded standing water.

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Q. Why is water extraction important?

A. The most common causes of mold growing on walls are high humidity, condensation, and water leaks (which are often hidden inside the wall). Condensation forms when water vapor in the air meets cold surfaces and cools to become liquid. Leaking pipes near or inside of walls are a common cause of mold.

B. To remove soot and smoke from walls, furniture, and floors, use a mild soap or detergent or mix 4 to 6 tbsp. tri-sodium phosphate and 1 cup household cleaner or chlorine bleach to every gallon of warm water. Wear rubber gloves. Be sure to rinse surfaces with clear warm water and dry thoroughly.

C. Water extraction is an expert method using professional equipment to remove gallons of water from all areas of a building. The water extraction process will allow any office or home space to dry much faster than if it were left to dry on its own. It also helps prevent even more damage or mold growth in the building.

D. Make a solution of about two thirds distilled white vinegar and one third water and use this to wash all hard surfaces, including the walls. Cigarette smoke leaves a greasy residue, and the vinegar will dissolve this.

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Q. How much does it cost to extract water from carpet?

A. On average, water damage restoration costs $2,400, but prices can reach as high as $4,250. The average price is broken down to $3.75-$7 per square foot, depending on the type of water and amount of damage done to the space.

B. Most carpet cleaning pros can extract water from a carpet, which ranges from $150 to $500 per room, and then clean it thoroughly, which generally costs less than $1 per square foot of water damage repair costs. Carpets; $150 to $500 per room (plus $1/sq. ft.)

C. The average amount homeowners will pay in water damage repairs is $2,582 — with a range from $1,074 and $4,090. Of course, all costs vary depending on the above factors.

D. At $5 to $28 per square foot, drop ceilings are more expensive to install than drywall. Installing drywall costs $1 to $3 per square foot but that does not include painting prices, which are $2 to $6 for each square foot.

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Q. The average costs for standard gray water damage extraction with drying and drywall and ceiling repairs in a home cost.

A. Wall $300 - $2,200

B. Roof $400 - $1,000

C. Floor $600 - $20,000

D. Foundation $2,000 - $10,000

E. A. and B.

F. All the Above.

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Q. What are the types of extraction?

A. Liquid–liquid extraction.

B. Solid-phase extraction.

C. Acid-base extraction.

D. Supercritical fluid extraction.

E. Ultrasound-assisted extraction.

F. Heat reflux extraction.

G. Mechanochemical-assisted extraction.

H. Maceration.

I. All the Above.

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Q. What naturally absorbs moisture?

A. Mothballs are used in locations to control pests other than clothes moths," Stone said. They include squirrels, skunks, deer, mice, rats, dogs, cats, raccoons, moles, snakes, pigeons and a variety of other animals.

B. Rock Salt. Rock salt is a natural hygroscopic material that not only absorbs moisture, but also stores it — similarly to dehumidifiers. However, rock salt is completely natural, non-toxic and requires absolutely no electricity. ... There are many reasons why people love to use rock salt as a natural dehumidifier.

C. Cedar chips offer a wide variety of benefits including insect control, moisture retention, and temperature control. Some property owners are hesitant to use cedar chips in their landscape beds because they lose their color and repellent qualities relatively quickly.

D. Fly traps have smells that attracts flies is the smell we call “rot.” This includes things like decaying food, manure, and garbage. If you have old rotting fruit lying around your kitchen or garbage cans full of decaying meat or feces, flies can be brought buzzing your way.

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Q. Is water damage covered by insurance?

A. Homeowners insurance may help cover damage caused by leaks caused from plumbing. If the leak is sudden and accidental, such as if a washing machine supply hose suddenly breaks or if you come across a burst pipe, and or a leaking value from a toilet. However, homeowner’s insurance does not cover damage resulting from poor maintenance.

B. Under a Homeowners Policy? Generally, most damage caused by wind in any type of storm is considered wind damage and is covered under a homeowner’s policy. Damaging winds can cause destruction to roofs, windows and more.

C. Lightning strikes, as well as fire caused by lightning, are covered perils in almost all homeowner’s insurance policies, with no exclusions. ... Personal property, which can include electronics, appliances, furnishings, or other interior possessions damaged or destroyed by a lightning strike.

D. Mold damage is only covered if it's related to a covered peril. Mold damage caused by flooding would need to be covered by a separate flood insurance policy.

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Q. What is the process of extraction?

A. Water extraction is the process of taking water from any source, either temporarily or permanently, for flood control or to obtain water for, for example, irrigation. ... Water can go through dams that are used to regulate or stop water from coming though, creating hydroelectricity.

B. Water extraction is the process used to remove excess or standing water from your home or property. Restoration companies that specialize in water extraction work to minimize any damage to a home or business after flooding has happened.

C. Extraction is a process in which one or more components are separated selectively from a liquid or solid mixture, the feed (Phase 1), by means of a liquid immiscible solvent, an atmospheric water generator (AWG) is a device that extracts water from humid ambient air. Water vapor in the air can be extracted by condensation - cooling the air below its dew point, exposing the air to desiccants, or pressurizing the air. Unlike a dehumidifier, an AWG is designed to render the water potable. D. All the Above.

D. All the Above.

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Q. Which method is used for water extraction?

A. Vacuums – such as wet-dry vacuums can be used to eliminate excess water from areas such as floors, carpets, and surfaces that are porous. These vacuums work by putting down a cleaning solution and vacuuming up the moisture.

B. Opening all water waste drains.

C. Turning off all running water.

D. Use a lot of towels and ring them out quickly.

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Q. How does water extraction work?

A. Water extraction involves removing excess water from a home through the use of submersible pumps and industrial vacuums.

B. Opening all water waste drains.

C. Turning off all running water.

D. Use a lot of towels and ring them out quickly.

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Q. How do you extract water in a home or office when doing emergency restoration?

A. Shut Down the source of water the first step in proper water extraction is to find the water source and shut it down.

B. Remove all standing water.

C. Dry out the area and all materials.

D. Preform Cleaning.

E. Remove any lingering odors.

F. All the Above.

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Winterizes each fixture is critical from causing more damages with frozen temperatures.

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2x4 '8 sticks are used to frame out all openings for the plywood

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2x4 '12 sticks are used to frame out all openings / or barricades for the plywood

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2x3 '8 sticks are used to frame out all openings for the plywood

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To cover openings in the roof to prevent leaks

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To cover openings in the roof to prevent leaks

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To cover openings in the roof to prevent leaks

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To cover openings in the roof to prevent leaks

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To cover openings in the roof to prevent leaks

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Plywood is used to cover all openings

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Plywood is used to cover all openings

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Plywood is used to cover all openings

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Plywood is used to cover all openings

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Used to seal tarps down on roofs to prevent leaks and or to cover small cracks and holes on flats roofs.

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used to secure doors, key will be placed in a lock box or handed to owner

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each strand of lights come with 5-8 lights

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winterization with RV antifreeze is used for each fixture hold water.

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Fasteners specially requested to secure coverings

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when need to cover and protect a large 10-15' opening s

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If a need to block a driveway with a vehicle as a barricade

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to remove large amount of debris 1-5 tons per truck load .

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Plywood is used to cover all openings

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Plywood is used to cover all openings

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Plywood is used to cover all openings

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Plywood is used to cover openings

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Used to seal tarps down on roofs to prevent leaks and or to cover small cracks and holes on flats roofs.

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used to secure door with the a lock.

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Used to create a functional door, to secure and lock.

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Clean up area of problem and or issue.

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Fasteners to secure plywood over openings

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Fasteners to secure plywood over openings

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Special headed Fasteners to secure plywood over openings

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Fasteners to hold down tarps

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1x2 '6 furring sticks are used to hold down tarps on roofs

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Mitigation Service calls within 20-30 miles out of the city includes 1st Fan.

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Meter Readings

An infrared camera (also known as a thermal imager) detects and measures the infrared energy of objects. The camera converts that infrared data into an electronic image that shows the apparent surface temperature of the object being measured.

C. Radon gas can damage cells in your lungs, which can lead to cancer. Radon is responsible for about 21,000 lung cancer deaths each year in the United States, though it usually takes 5 to 25 years to develop. Early signs and symptoms of lung cancer may include persistent cough.

Any reading over the known value percent would be considered to be an indication of saturation and the need to replace the drywall and to take preventative measures against future moisture buildup.

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How do you extract water?

A: 6 Steps for Proper Water Extraction & Home Restoration

Shut Down the Source of Water. The first step in proper water extraction is to find the water source and shut it down
Protect Against Health Issues
Remove All Standing Water
Dry Out the Area and All Materials
Cleaning
Remove Any Lingering Odors

How does water extraction work?

A: Water extraction involves removing excess water from a home through the use of submersible pumps and industrial vacuums.

Which method is used for water extraction?

A: These two water extraction methods are two of the more effective water removal methods. Vacuums – Vacuums such as wet-dry vacuums can be used to eliminate excess water from areas such as floors, carpets, and surfaces that are porous. These vacuums work by putting down a cleaning solution and vacuuming up the moisture.

What is the process of extraction of?

A: Extraction is a process in which one or more components are separated selectively from a liquid or solid mixture, the feed (Phase 1), by means of a liquid immiscible solvent (Phase 2).

How much does it cost to extract water from carpet?

A: Most carpet cleaning pros can extract water from a carpet, which ranges from $150 to $500 per room, and then clean it thoroughly, which generally costs less than $1 per square foot water damage repair costs, Carpets; $150 to $500 per room (plus $1/sq. ft.)

Is water damage covered by insurance?

A: Homeowners insurance may help cover damage caused by leaking plumbing if the leak is sudden and accidental, such as if a washing machine supply hose suddenly breaks or a pipe burst. However, homeowners’ insurance does not cover damage resulting from poor maintenance.

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