Water-Damaged Basement Recovery: How We Restored a Longmont Home

Last month, we got a call from a panicked homeowner in Longmont at 7 AM on a Tuesday. They told us they had a water-damaged basement with water everywhere, and they didn't know what to do. We reassured them that our team at Restoration 1 of Flatirons would be there within the hour - this is exactly why we offer 24/7 emergency response. Read on to learn how we tackled water damage restoration in Longmont, CO.

What We Found

When our crew arrived, we could see this wasn't a small leak. The water had affected several areas: the space under the stairs was completely soaked, hallways connecting basement rooms had standing water, the laundry room had wet carpeting throughout, another basement room was flooded, and water had even reached the kitchen sink area upstairs.

The wet carpeting was our biggest concern because it holds moisture that can lead to mold growth if not handled quickly. We also noticed the basement drywall had moisture damage where it met the floor.

Our Water Mitigation Process

Here's exactly how we tackled this water damage emergency step by step:

Step 1: Emergency Assessment

First, we made sure the area was safe to work in. We checked for electrical hazards, turned off power to affected areas, and documented everything with photos and moisture readings.

Step 2: Water Extraction

We immediately started removing standing water using powerful extraction equipment. Every minute counts with water damage, so we worked fast to get as much water out as possible.

Step 3: Removing Damaged Materials

The wet carpeting had to go. We carefully removed all soaked carpet and padding from affected rooms. This prevented mold from growing underneath where we couldn't see it.

Step 4: Moisture Detection

Using moisture meters, we checked the drywall and found water had wicked up into the bottom portions. We marked these areas to focus our drying efforts.

Step 5: Professional Drying Equipment

We set up industrial equipment throughout the basement:

• Air movers in each affected room to create airflow and speed evaporation
• Injection drying systems to target moisture inside wall cavities without tearing out drywall
• Industrial dehumidifiers to pull moisture from the air
  

Step 6: Daily Monitoring

We came back daily to check moisture levels and adjust equipment. We moved air movers to different positions and monitored drying progress in each room.

Professional Equipment Makes the Difference in Water-Damaged Basement Recovery

The biggest challenge was the basement layout. With multiple connected rooms and hallways, we had to strategically place equipment for proper airflow throughout. The space under the stairs was particularly tricky because of the tight quarters.

We also had to be careful with injection drying around basement walls. We wanted to dry the moisture in wall cavities without damaging areas still in good condition.

The Results

After four days of continuous drying, we achieved target moisture levels throughout the basement. The homeowner was amazed at how quickly we got everything dry and back to normal.

What made them happiest was that we saved most of them basement walls. Thanks to our injection drying technique, we only had to remove a small section of badly damaged drywall. The rest dried completely without needing replacement.

Don't Let Water Damage Ruin Your Day - We're Here to Help!

After 15+ years serving Longmont, we know how quickly water damage can turn from a small issue into a major headache. That's why our team at Restoration 1 of Flatirons is available 24/7 with emergency response. We handle everything from water extraction to insurance documentation, so you don't have to stress about the details.

Don't wait - the longer water sits, the more damage it causes. Call us today at (720) 547-9355 and let Restoration 1 of Flatirons get your home back to normal fast.