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Water damage and mould remediation in Spokane

Restoration firms for drying and mould removal.

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Spokane's water damage stories often start with its storms. The November 2015 windstorm cut power to 180,000 Avista customers in Eastern Washington and North Idaho, and many Spokane County residents were still without power on the seventh day. The 1996 ice storm left more than 100,000 Avista customers without power. Long outages leave homes cold and unattended, and that is when leaks, thawing and wet materials can go unnoticed. Time matters once water is in the house: the Washington State Department of Health says to clean and dry water-damaged carpets, clothing, bedding and upholstered furniture within 24 to 48 hours, or consider replacing them. When you hire, ask how quickly the crew can start drying and how they will record moisture readings. Ask for a written scope that separates drying from mould removal and rebuilding. Check whether the business is properly licensed and insured for work in Washington, and ask who handles any permits. Also ask what your home insurance policy covers before you sign anything.

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Before you hire

  1. Ask how fast they will start drying: Health Canada says a home dried within 48 hours is less likely to grow mould.

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  2. Health Canada suggests professional help for extensive mould, meaning a patch larger than 3 m².

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  3. Get written quotes from at least three contractors for the same work, and check references from recent clients.

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Questions about hiring in Spokane

How fast do I need to dry out a water-damaged home?

The Washington State Department of Health says to clean and dry water-damaged carpets, clothing, bedding and upholstered furniture within 24 to 48 hours, or consider removing and replacing them. When you call for help, ask how soon a crew can arrive and start drying. Washington State Department of Health (source, opens in a new tab)

Does home insurance in Washington cover flood damage?

The Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner says a typical home insurance policy does not cover flood damage. Flood coverage has to be bought separately from an agent, a broker or the National Flood Insurance Program. Check your policy and ask your insurer before work begins. Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner (source, opens in a new tab)

What should a water damage or mould quote include?

Ask for a written quote that lists the areas to be dried or cleaned, the equipment and methods, how moisture will be measured, and what is excluded. It should separate drying, mould removal and rebuilding, and state the start date, the timeline and the payment terms.

Why does a long power outage matter for water damage in Spokane?

After the 2015 windstorm, many Spokane County residents were still without power on the seventh day. In a long outage, burst pipes, leaks or wet materials can sit unnoticed in a cold home. Ask any restoration crew how they will check for hidden moisture. The Spokesman-Review (source, opens in a new tab)

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