Restore your carpet to its former glory

One of the main knock-on effects of water damage in house Atlanta residents face is the damage that can happen to your carpeting and when that occurs, you should make sure that you use a company that has experience in carpet drying.

Carpet drying needs to be undertaken within 48 hours. This is to help prevent mold and mildew growth which can affect your health if you leave it to spread. Professional carpet drying involves the use of the latest in high specification water removal and carpet drying technology and chemical sprays to help prevent mold growth.

The prevention of mold is a major part of any major carpet drying process following a flooding event taking place. The reason for this because of what mold actually is and what harm it can do. Mold and especially black mold is harmful because of the fact that it releases spores into the atmosphere, and these can then be inhaled by passers by and this can cause significant health problems.

That is why the amount of time that your carpet remains damp is important, act quickly and you can avoid the growth of toxic black mold, leave it for too long and you will soon discover that your carpet has become a breeding ground for mold. Plus water can damage the foam backing of your carpet meaning it is going to be less likely that you will be able to salvage it. Taking quick remedial action can help to prevent this from happening and you may find that you can keep your existing carpeting rather than having to pay out for a whole new one.

The kind of technology used in carpet drying includes powerful vacuums and air moving machines as well as dehumidifiers and steam cleaners. Powerful vacuums are often used that are capable of removing vast amounts of standing water from deep within both the carpet fibers and the carpet backing. These are used in conjunction with powerful air scrubbers and dehumidifiers that help to clean and purify the surrounding air, thus making sure that the carpet does not fall victim to mold growth due to excess moisture in the air.

The final process includes using a steam cleaner and a final spraying of a chemical solution that helps to prevent mold growth and before you know it your carpet will be restored to its former glory.