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Standard Water Damage Restoration Procedures Document the relative humidity/temperature outdoors and indoors Evaluate and document horizontal moisture migration from the source (areas affected) Evaluate and document the vertical moisture migration and the height of wicking up walls Evaluate and document the saturation or moisture content of structural materials Evaluate and document moisture in cabinets, book cases and built-in furniture Evaluate and document moisture content and/or damage to contents Evaluate and document existing and potential secondary damage to contents and structure Remove, relocate or protect sensitive materials from secondary damage Determine the types of materials which have been exposed to moisture Determine which materials will most likely incur permanent water damage Determine if the carpet and cushion will be replaced or dried on site Evaluate the air conveyance system (HV AC) for water and/or contamination Note, photograph, and document visible pre-existing mold Pump out standing water as required in basements and crawl spaces (cavities) Extract the moisture from highly absorbent materials like carpets, and upholstery Initiate cushion compression procedures as required for on site cushion drying Remove structural materials (drywall, cushion, ceiling tiles etc...) which will not be restorable Remove cove base or baseboard as required to increase the rate of wall drying Perforate, ventilate, and dehumidify wall and floor cavities to increase rate of evaporation Remove wet insulation which has been damaged by water (R-factor/organic) Perforate walls/floors or separate flooring layers as required for effective drying Treat affected materials with antimicrobials as required to reduce odors/damage Remove contents, or plan on site work for contents that will require special handling Evaluate quantity of drying equipment needed such as airmovers and dehumidifiers Install dehumidification Install airmovers Install trapped moisture ventilating units as required to dry walls and hardwood flooring Communicate drying plan and time table with all involved parties Document relative humidity and temperature indoors and outdoors daily Document moisture content of structural materials daily