Restoration

Finding yourself knee deep in flood water, mobbing up water from a broken appliance, dealing with an overflowing bathtub or finding ominous stains on your ceiling are all types of water damage that no one ever plans to experience. But the fact is, these are relatively common occurrences where costs and stress can be minimized with immediate and appropriate responses. The severity and proper management of water damage is based on the source, whether it involves clean or dirty water and the length of time before appropriate intervention is begun.

Professional cleaning is a critical part of restoring your home or business after water damage, mold remediation and fire damage. Armstrong will provide restorative cleaning whenever it is possible, often saving you many thousands of dollars in replacement costs. Restoring your air quality after mold, fire and smoke damage is accomplished through HVAC duct cleaning. When it comes to tile and grout cleaning, upholstered furniture, draperies, bedding and personal items, we are experts in the use of cleaning agents and methods that safeguard materials, colors and fabric integrity.

Bathroom water damage is by far one of the most common occurrences faced by homeowners. Old, outdated plumbing in older properties can cause a slow water leak or result in a burst pipe with rapid and significant flood damage. Sewage system backups that overflow tubs and toilets is an unforgettable event one never hopes to experience. Whatever the source, finding and correcting the cause and taking steps to begin proper bathroom water damage repairs is critical. Water rapidly penetrates and acts as a wick for porous building structures such as drywall, baseboards, and bathroom cabinets, A dark damp environment behind building structures, under flooring and inside cabinets combined with poor ventilation provides an optimum breeding ground for the growth and spread of toxic mold.

Over the past several years, mold remediation has become a booming business with explosive profits and demand. Unfortunately, this has led to a glut of companies providing these services. Many do not have proper licensing, experience and certifications that protect homeowners. It is not uncommon for unethical companies to take advantage of homeowners by inflating services and overcharging. They might call any visible mold "toxic black mold" for instance, or suggest that extensive demolition and restoration is required when the real needs are much less extensive.

Water damage is not your ordinary cleanup or remodel project. The source of the water and extent and length of the damage will all determine what needs to be done in the restoration phase. The company you hire should understand how to properly manage water damage restoration from a burst pipe, hurricane, leaking roof, or sewer backup. Your general contractor should be certified in approved IICRC water damage, mold cleanup and restoration protocols. They should be fully aware of the nature of your water damage event including the type of water damage, measures taken and time frame to contain the damage.

If you're a homeowner, nothing can prepare you for the stress and emotional turmoil when you come home to a flood on your kitchen floor. Perhaps you return to your winter retreat to find a musty odor along with mold on your walls and baseboards. What you're about to learn about kitchen water damage repair can keep you and your family safe, save you considerable costs and reduce your stress when it comes to water damage and mold cleanup and restoration of your property. The kitchen is a common area for water damage and mold.

Nothing can prepare you for the devastating effects of a house fire. When the flames are extinguished and the fire trucks leave your property, you are faced with damage from fire, smoke and widespread water damage from firefighting efforts. This is where an expert with specialized fire and water damage restoration training, experience and equipment can help you to quickly clean up and restore your home to its pre-fire condition. This includes removal of the pervasive smoke odor and deep-cleaning soot from upholstery and carpet.

Armstrong is much more than a water damage, mold remediation and disaster restoration company. We are a full-service general contractor in Southwest Florida providing remodeling, repairs and maintenance services. You can trust Armstrong to design and install a beautiful custom kitchen or bathroom to meet your specifications and fit your budget. Need to replace old, outdated plumbing that puts you at risk for water leaks and floods? Ask us about whole house repiping. And think of us first when it comes to expert drapery cleaning, deep cleaning for carpets and delicate oriental rugs, HVAC duct cleaning, and restoring old tile and grout to look like new.

Mold is a common occurrencewith water damage. Water is rapidlyabsorbed into and behind porous building structures, flooring, cabinets, drywall and baseboards and other hidden structures. In this dark, damp, poorly ventilated environment, mold begins to grow within 24-48 hours and spreads quickly. When the water damage is from a clean water source, rapid and appropriate drying and dehumidification can often save building structures, furnishings, and personal property. When the water damage is from a dirty water source such as overflow from a storm or from a sewage backup, the water is contaminated with bacteria and provides an optimum breeding ground for toxic mold.

Whether you are facing flood damage, mold remediation or the aftermath of a house fire, the stress from financial, emotional and disruptive consequences can be overwhelming. That is unless you are working with a specialty disaster restoration contractor who provides you with one-stop service. That's exactly what Armstrong Water Mold Cleanup and Restorations is all about. When you choose Armstrong, we take on all of your stress with actions that immediately help you to navigate your way. From assessment, safety, helping you to find temporary housing, working with your insurance company, and leading a quality workforce from demolition to structural drying, mold remediation and restoration, we get your job done on time, within budget and to your guaranteed satisfaction.

Black mold is a toxic mold that is commonly found in flood-damaged buildings from extreme weather conditions, sewage system backups and long-standing stagnant water from clean water sources. In these cases, flood water is assumed to be contaminated with microbial organisms that provides an ideal breeding ground for toxic mold. Although not all mold is toxic, any type of mold can produce health problems when it becomes an infestation. One square inch of mold can hold 10 million spores. Minor visible mold on the outside of drywall may be several times greater on the inside of the wall cavity where it grows much more rapidly.

Often without any warning or preparation, a flood can turn your home into a disaster zone. When flood damage happens, a rapid response with appropriate interventions is critical. With the right preparation and timely response by a trustworthy flood damage cleanup and disaster restoration company, you can expect much less stress and disruption to your life while keeping your out of pocket costs to a minimum. Flooding can happen for a variety of reasons. The severity and proper management of floods is based on the source, whether it involves clean or dirty water and the length of time before appropriate intervention is started.