Carpeting is a common flooring type for many Idaho homes. While it might be typical to see, it does not make it easy to remove water and moisture after a disaster occurs. When extraction is needed, we use specific tools from our Master Restoration inventory to draw out the water and protect the material however possible.
The Tools Used in Carpet Extraction
Water extraction in Nampa residences almost always begins with the flooring. Gravity assures that the bulk of the water damage will happen where this liquid can collect on a solid surface like the rug, padding, and subflooring of your flooring system. Addressing this surface water and trapped moisture becomes the responsibility of several unique tools:
- Surface Extractors—The specifics of the unit used might change, but special water removal equipment for carpeting is useless without first addressing standing water on the flooring materials. From trash pumps to wet vacuums, surface water extraction allows for more intricate water removal tactics.
- Carpet Wands—Wands are specialized for carpets and draw moisture from the rug and padding simultaneously with powerful suction. Water is put into a holding tank or sent to a drain for disposal.
- Weighted Extractors – These units are ideal for water-deeply penetrating carpeting. By using additional weight in a roller or plate, water is squeezed from the rug and padding and sucked up by an onboard vacuum.
- Drying Mats – If Master Restoration professionals determine that the carpeting and padding are to be removed, work must be done to protect the subflooring materials. Drying mats can remove moisture from plywood or OSB board to avoid more costly replacement.
Master Restoration from Mitigation to Repairs
When water damage occurs, you have a finite timeline to capitalize on water removal and mitigation before irreparable harm occurs to sensitive materials like carpets and padding. With our swift response, we are with you from the earliest cleanup to the final steps on any repairs necessary to get life back to normal. We prioritize efforts like content recovery, water extraction, and mold prevention to speed up the recovery timeline. Expert disaster services by Master Restoration in Nampa and surrounding Idaho communities is just a single phone call away to (208) 286-1991.
