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Water Damage Restoration Mesa AZ

Our Water Restoration Company

Quik Stop Restoration is a trusted industry leader in Emergency Water Damage Restoration Services Mesa AZ. Locally owned and operated, we believe in treating the customer right. That means doing the work that is actually needed, not looking for a big payday on your dime.

Where we can, we try to salvage carpet, cabinets, and walls that aren’t affected; leaving more of your home in place and less that needs to be replaced. Saving you lots out of pocket or with your insurance claim!

Causes of Residential Water Damage

  • Burst or Broken Pipes
  • Leaking Water Heater
  • Appliance Supply Lines
  • Roof Leaks or Storm Damage
  • Cracked Windows or Window Weeps
  • HVAC Condensation Lines
  • Leaks Under Kitchen or Bathroom Sinks

The Cost of Water Damage worsens the longer water sits in your home. If you've experienced and emergency water leak, call us immediately at 480.270.8000 for a free visual inspection of your home. We'll provide options and an upfront approximate cost to you and help advocate for you with your insurance company.

The Water Damage Restoration Process

The Water Damage Restoration Process is a proven method for immediately addressing water damage, mitigating its impact and beginning the repair process. Our crews follow this four step method on every job to protect the investment you've made in your home or business. 

Assessing the Situation

If there is standing water, our technicians want to extract the excess water immediately. Water that contains contaminants such as sewage needs special attention to protect both for the homeowner and our technicians. Special equipment is used to filter the air so that in many cases you can still stay in your home while repairs are being made. 

Our technicians take specific measurements including humidity and temperature readings, to ensure that what is removed is necessary to dry out the house and prevent mold growth. We will also reach out to your agent and/or insurance company to begin the claim process. 

Water Damage Cleanup, Removal and Disposal

Often when a water loss happens the surrounding drywall, carpet flooring and/or cabinetry are affected and may also need to be removed. Our team will cut out damaged areas and either bag or remove in its entirety. Typically they will take these materials with them to dispose of properly, unless special circumstances prevent them from doing so.

Drying Out the Water Damaged Area

Once our technicians have a clear area with unsalvageable areas removed, they will begin placing drying equipment in the area where the loss occurred.  This includes industrial grade dehumidifiers and air movers. These help pull the moisture out of the affected areas, into the air and then out of the air and pumped out into a nearby drain. 

It normally takes one to three days to dry out an area completely. Our technicians will come by every day to take new readings and monitor the equipment. Once the area is dried out, the technician will remove the equipment and spray down special chemicals to remove lingering smells and prevent future mold growth.

Working with Your Insurance

Throughout the process we will work with your insurance company and any adjusters to explain our process and the necessary steps we took. It’s important to work with a seasoned restoration team as many companies require particular information to help support the remediation efforts. 

As we’ve worked with countless insurance companies before, we know what they’re looking for and will be able to make the claim process as effortless as possible. Once our technicians have completed their work, they will submit the invoice for the claim and finish up any outstanding details.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do You Provide Free Inspections?

Yes, we provide free visual water damage inspections and estimates. It doesn't matter if you have gushing water or if something just doesn't look right. We have the tools and experience to make an onsite evaluation of the damaged area. 

We can help to determine an estimated cost and severity of the water damage. Typically our clients then can make a determination if work needs to be done and if it is worth making a claim on their homeowners insurance or paying out of pocket.

Are You Certified or Licensed to Clean Up Water Damaged Homes?

Yes! Quik Stop Restoration is Certified with the IICRC to mitigate water damage to your residential home, commercial office or building. We are licensed through Arizona’s Registrar of Contractors, bonded and insured.

We also hold several other specialty certifications to deal with specific hazardous materials. If you’re dealing with microbial growth from mold or a sewage backup, fire damage, asbestos, and/or lead in your home; we know what to watch out for and do to keep you and your family safe.

If Drywall Gets Wet Does It Have To Be Replaced?

If drywall gets wet, whether you need to replace it depends on a few things. For example, how much water it soaked up, what kind of water it was, and how long it stayed wet. Typically, if it has been less than a few days, we can use specialized equipment to dry out the materials in your home without having to do significant drywall removal. We are able to mitigate the amount of water damage and ultimately lower the overall cost. 

Other factors can play into whether drywall (or other materials) should be removed. For example, exterior walls should be insulated. When moisture is absorbed by insulation in a wall it can be very difficult to dry out. It might be more cost-effective to remove the drywall and insulation and replace it than to spend several days trying to dry it out.

Additionally, if the water came from a contaminated source (like a toilet leak) or was contaminated as it passed through hazardous material (animal feces in an attic or pre-existing mold) it is critical to remove and remediate those areas. If the drywall or paint begins to bubble or sag, it may be easier to remove and repair than to try to save it.

While some water leaks may be easy enough to do yourself, there are a variety of factors that can impact and prevent the overall damage done to your home. Our process is designed to bring out the best possible outcome for your health, home, and pocketbook.

How Long Does The Restoration Process Take?

In the case of an active water leak, the mitigation portion of the process normally takes only a few days. Mitigation in terms of Restoration work includes drying out with dehumidifiers and commercial grade air movers, as well as any demolition or removal that needs to take place. 

Once the active leak has been stopped and properly dried out, we will submit an invoice to your insurance company for the mitigation work. We also will submit an estimate for the cost of repairs. 

Most insurance adjusters want to get the repairs moving as quickly as possible. That being said, it can take a few days for them to review all of the documentation we submit. They also typically want to try to negotiate the best price possible. 

Once we have an agreed upon scope of work and deposit,  we can begin scheduling the various trades to start the repairs to your home. Most are able to be scheduled immediately and we make every effort possible to move as quickly as possible. 

Typically we are able to complete most projects including mitigation, negotiations with your insurance and complete repairs within 3-5 weeks. This depends largely on how quickly your insurance company and adjuster process your claim.

I See Water Damage, Should I file a Home Insurance Claim?

Filing a home insurance claim for water damage depends on the cause or source of the water, the extent of damage, and your insurance policy coverage.

Most insurance carriers cover sudden and accidental damage. If you had a pipe leak burst  through your walls, more than likely that would be covered. The key is that insurance is looking for sudden or immediate. If you had a leak that happened days, weeks or months ago and wasn’t properly taken care of, those circumstances can become more challenging to cover.

Depending on how much water and the extent of water damage can decide whether it is worth making a claim to your insurance. Typical insurances deductibles can range from $1,000-$2,000 or with some insurance carriers it can be 0.5% - 1% of your dwelling coverage. Smaller water damage claims maybe less than your out of pocket deductible. 

That's why we suggest getting your free visual inspection before making a claim. We have the experience of working with a variety of large and small insurance companies. We can help you to decide if this type of loss would be covered, any potential concerns with your insurance company, and if the cost is less than your deductible. 

Can you help with Flood Damage Repairs?

Yes! Unlike many other restoration companies, we also provide an estimate to complete the repairs for the water damage to your property. We work with some of the best trade companies in the state and aim to provide the best quality at the quickest turnaround. 

If you have a family member, friend or a favorite contractor who you’d like to incorporate into the repair process, we can include them or hand-off to them as well.

Why Use a Restoration Company?

When a bad storm hits or a dishwasher overflows, you may be tempted to handle this one yourself. Maybe even grab a few towels or a mop and now the water is completely gone. It’s true there are some instances where a restoration company just isn’t the right fit for the job. Which is why we offer free estimates on Water Damage Inspections.

However, many times water can seep further underneath carpet, the carpet padding, cabinets, baseboards and up into the walls. This makes it very difficult for the water to escape back up into the air and can start to cause mold growth or other problems with the home. Also these problems aren’t always visible to the naked eye and take special equipment to identify and extract the moisture out of your home. 

You may have seen the posters with a huge iceberg lurking below the water and a very small portion poking above the surface. This can very much be true when talking about water damage (“floods”) in your home. In the case of a storm damage there might have been a surge of water that finally made a pool or water or yellowing stain visible to you but much of the water can drain to other areas and still be trapped behind drywall and insulation. Have the peace of mind and our team of restoration experts can inspect your home for any possible hidden water damage.

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