Water damage can have numerous causes, including floods, heavy rain, storms and plumbing problems caused by frozen or leaking pipes. When you call Tempest to a damage site, our first task is to assess the damage to the property and whether any mitigation actions are required. Acting quickly can help the restoration process and we advise calling us as soon as you discover the damage to reduce the level of mitigation.

Water mitigation is the process of reducing or preventing the amount of water damage that happens after a flood or a leak within the property. It prevents additional damage by taking fast, appropriate actions. Water mitigation is needed after plumbing failures or when storms cause water to enter your home. Soaked rugs, damaged walls, warped flooring, ruined furniture and mould and mildew are only the beginning if mitigation is not engaged quickly. Tempest Restoration operate 24/7 and aim to be on site within 4 hours of approval. we undertake specific steps to reduce property damage and loss. These steps help to prevent further water damage and to restore your property to its full value with the minimum fuss and time.

When to Call For Tempest Restoration to assist

Ingress water damage is progressive, pervasive and can mean that your valuable objects and possessions may become permanently damaged – especially if emergency response is delayed beyond the first 48 hours. Water damage in the home is usually caused by a plumbing failure of some description. When water and moisture seeps into anything of value there are immediate steps that can be taken to reduce the amount of long-term damage that results.

Actions you should take

• Remain calm so your thinking stays clear
• Call Tempest Restoration on 0845 052 4522
• Close the water main (stopcock) or shut off/isolate any water source so flooding stops
• Switch off the electrical supply in damaged areas (preferably turn off all your breakers) before unplugging or removing any electrical devices from the wet carpet or submerged areas to avoid potential electric shock
• Put aluminium foil under legs or feet of any furniture in contact with your wet carpets and or her floors. This will help to prevent permanent staining on the surface
• Lift any curtains or drapes away from wet carpet or water to avoid saturation and potential staining
• If the water level is low enough, lift and tack up any upholstered furniture skirts
• Remove books, papers, fabrics, shoes, potted plants or other items that have the ability to stain wet floors

Actions you should avoid

• Using your home vacuum (or indeed any electrical device) Electrical shock can result, as well as damage to the equipment
• Place newspaper in traffic areas to walk on. Newspaper inks transfer easily to wet carpet fibres and floors which can result in permanent staining
• Walk on carpet any more than necessary. This helps to avoid damage from spreading to potential unaffected areas

Don't Delay the cleanup and restoration process

Shop vacuums or companies with carpet drying equipment can only perform certain tasks. This doesn't include the prevention of water from seeping up walls, under skirting boards and converting to mould/mildew. Water will penetrate through floor coverings into subfloors, eventually causing damage to rooms below. Water causes damage that you ca't see so simply drying out your carpets isnt enough to prevent secondary damage.

If internal building humidity is not controlled, undamaged objects safe from the original flood damage could be damaged as a result of absorbing excess moisture from the air. Structures not dried out quickly or professionally will become a food source for mold. If this is not dealt with quickly it can later cause more damage and the need for even more professional mould removal services whihc will almost certainly require retrofitting.

Tempest Restorations Water Mitigation Services

Our flood damage restoration technicians are trained to the highest levels and have many years experience in flood and water damage. Our priority is to dry the entire structure as quickly as possible by utilizing state-of-the-art equipment and technology with the minimum of fuss and intervention.

Locating troublesome areas of water ingress is done using moisture meters. Moisture meters are required to locate moisture invisible to the eyes or that lurks hidden behind walls or cabinets. Tempest Restorations Water Damage Restoration Service Professionals guarantee that all wet materials, objects and surfaces are completely dried.

Here at Tempest Restoration, we understand the need to act quickly in the face of an emergency such as flooding from plumbing failure or storm water ingress. Wherever, whenever their is a potential for water damage, smoke damage or fire damage, you can rely on the services of Tempest Restorationl to provide a quick emergency response along with efficient professional services that are on-call 24-hours a day.

If you have any questions or would like to call for a free consultation about how to best approach your water damage emergency plan, call Tempest Restoration today on 0845 052 4522 or email us direct.