Water Damage Mitigation Contractor

Water Removal Companies In Richmond, KY 40475

Water Extraction Cost by Type of Water 

The first step is to remove water. This involves removing it from any source, as a means of flood control or for water sources. It helps reduce the risk of structural damage to the property. Water extracted can be used for irrigation purposes, among other possible uses. The source is a factor that influences how much you can expect to pay for extraction services.

Three types are involved in floods: clean, gray, and black. The gray one is also called sullage and comes from sources like bathtubs, sinks, and washing machines and contains a small number of contaminants but no fecal matter. Ingesting it could cause health issues but will probably not be deadly.This type also causes structural damage if a building is exposed to it. Black water comes from sewer backups and toilets and has been contaminated with fecal matter. Ingesting it will have serious health consequences. In addition, exposure can cause structural damages to a building. Clean water has no chemical or fecal matter, although exposure can cause structural damage to a building. It is the easiest type to extract because it requires less safety measures.

Water Damage Restoration Cost per Square Foot 

After extracting the water, the next step is damage restoration. The term “water damage restoration” refers to both extraction and repairing any damage caused by it. As we have seen above, it is easy to determine the extraction cost per square foot depending on the type. However, the cost per square foot for water damage restoration including repairs and extraction is hard to calculate because it will depend on many factors, such as the extent and location of the damage, the need to replace or the possibility to repair items, etc. This makes every project different. For example, the average project that would include gray water extraction, drying, and repairs to some drywall and ceiling areas, you can expect to pay $35 to $45 per sq.ft. for both the cleanup and repairs. However, other projects that involve much more complicated fixes such as foundation or roof leaks will have much higher costs per square foot.

Water Mitigation Cost by Class 

One factor that helps determine the cost of your restoration project is the class of damage. There are four main classes, with the amount of damage increasing with the class number. Class 1 usually means only a small area of the home was affected, and there was minimal absorption in the surrounding structural materials. An example of a Class 1 project could be an overflowing toilet. An overflowing dishwasher or burst pipe in a kitchen could lead to a Class 2 repair job, which means structural damage to the surrounding floors and walls may require minor repairs. More severe projects, such as those listed as Class 3, typically include top down damage where water has affected the ceiling floor and walls. This could result from a leaking roof due to an ice dam build up. The most severe category is Class 4, which means a large area is likely affected, and significant structural issues that make accessibility a concern. Below you will see an idea of the average cost you can expect to pay based on the class of damage that occurred.