Mitigation is one of the first steps toward addressing the severity of water damage in your residence following leaks, spills, appliance malfunctions, and flooding. Data collection and recording damage are essential in the first mitigation phase to start the process of claim approval and content recovery solutions. Moisture meters allow for rapid detection of hidden water caches and can be helpful for continually monitoring drying progress through restoration.

The Equipment AdvantaClean of the Eastside Uses 

Water mitigation for Bellevue homes and businesses relies on state-of-the-art equipment and technologies. Moisture meters play a part in each phase and step of the recovery process using a range of discovery devices like:

Pin Meters

Pin meters utilize a small insertion piece that tracks moisture exposure through the various layers of a structural system. Wood, drywall, and other softer materials are ideal for these types of moisture meters. The disadvantage is that they leave a small puncture behind in the structural elements tracked and sampled. 

Pinless Units 

The devices without the pins utilize electromagnetic signals to track moisture without material penetration. These pieces of equipment are best used against more complex surfaces like flooring and less porous wall systems. They are ideal for scanning larger areas. 

Universal Models 

Our AdvantaClean of the Eastside team most often utilizes advanced moisture meter models that combine pin and electromagnetic options. These combination units allow rapid change from one material to the next. This versatility and flexibility make it a highly functional data collection device during mitigation.

How Moisture Meters Fit into the Mitigation and Restoration Process 

Moisture meters are vital to the process of mitigation and restoration. AdvantaClean of the Eastside utilizes these detection tools and tracking devices in each recovery phase. These meters are first employed in the initial assessment, tracking the extent of the moisture damage and directing where drying and extraction tools should be placed. This data can also suffice to support damage claims with insurance providers. Moisture meters are also used in the final stages of restoration primarily to confirm that damp pockets and hidden water have been resolved. 

Mold Remediation with Moisture Control 

Like the role of moisture meters in the placement and number of air movers and dehumidifiers, detection and tracking devices like these help in mold prevention and remediation. Understanding the degree of water damage and materials exposed to the degree where mold growth is possible allows our restoration team to prioritize containment, cleanup, or demolition at ground zero for microbial development.

When your home or business experiences water damage, contact the AdvantaClean of the Eastside rapid response team for mitigation solutions and moisture tracking. We are there quickly to save you time and money on the restoration your home requires. Call us at (425) 649-0600 when you need us.

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