Water Loss 101: Part One

3/26/2020 (Permalink)

We want to keep the public informed on the science and equipment behind the drying process when your home or business suffers a water loss. We will be having a series of three blogs to further educate you on what our highly trained professionals had to learn before going into the field.

The Right Equipment

SERVPRO of Hannibal understands using the proper equipment makes a measurable difference in reducing claims loss expense. When time matters, technology and equipment must be counted on to perform. Our professionals will answer your call with fast action, exceptional equipment and trained, uniformed personnel. Certainly, the right tool for the job is vital to timely mitigation.

Psychometrics

Psychometry is the study of the air and its properties. The properties of temperature, humidity, vapor pressure and dew point are measured to evaluate air conditions in the structure, enabling our technicians to create the proper atmosphere for more efficient drying.

Water can damage materials in two ways:

• First, materials absorb water through direct contact.
• Second, materials absorb water from the air. Measuring the moisture content of the air is critical to the drying process.

Restoration professionals must establish an environment favorable for drying. The restoration professional must also understand how to manipulate temperature and humidity levels to produce optimum drying conditions without causing secondary damages through improper drying processes.

Stay tuned for Part Two about Detection Equipment!