How Do I know If There is Water Behind My Kitchen Cabinets?

6/10/2020 (Permalink)

“Like it never even happened.”

SERVPRO Can Find The Source of Hidden Water In Your Port Orange Home And Remove The Problem

When there is any water loss, it is critical to have it taken care of immediately. If you suspect there is water behind your cabinets in your Port Orange residence, get help quickly.

How are hidden pockets of water located?

Our technicians use professional equipment that allows them to find the water and reflects how much water they are dealing with. This knowledge helps them proceed with water damage repair in your Port Orange home. There are two main types of equipment used to detect water:

• Moisture Sensors –used to detect water that gets trapped under carpet and padding. It helps determine just how far the water has spread. 
• Thermal Imaging Cameras – detects cold spots, which are often an indication of water. A fluctuation in temperature in a given area can mean moisture is present.
• Penetrating Moisture Meter – this involves the use of probes that can penetrate multiple layers.
• Borescopes – a long hose with a camera; this allows technicians to capture images so water levels and contamination can be determined.

Removing the Trapped Water

Once the location and amount of water are determined, the next step is water damage repair. The goal is to extract all excess water and complete the drying process. SERVPRO wants to return your kitchen to its normal status and leave it “Like it never even happened.” This includes the following procedures:

• Water extraction – in this situation, portable extraction equipment will most likely be used. Portable pumps have wand attachments that allow the technician to reach into spaces that are hard to reach.
• Air Movers – keeps the air flowing and begins the drying out process.
• Dehumidifiers – pull moisture from the air and replaces it with warm, dry air.
• Cavity Drying Equipment – If needed, this equipment can blow air directly into the wall cavity.

Do not let hidden water damage your home. Contact SERVPRO of South Daytona Beach / Port Orange at (386) 788-0358 today. 

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