Why Use NLR Restorations to Dry Your Carpet

NLR is your best partner when it comes to carpet drying. We can save you the hassle of drying your carpet after water inundation and prevent incomplete drying that leads to longer term problems for your property. Our quick response and effective procedures will get your premises back to full functionality in a short time frame.

#Why Does Carpet Need to Be Properly Dried?

If you have had water inundation that has affected your carpets, they need to be properly dried to restore functionality and prevent long-term issues. Water inundation can come from a variety of sources, from rainwater floods to burst wastewater systems. Depending on the source and level of water saturation and damage, the situation may be classified under different category levels. Regardless of the categorisation, however, it is vital that wet carpets be dried as quickly and thoroughly as possible. If they are not addressed immediately or effectively, there can be several negative consequences.

When carpets are saturated with water, there is potential for underlying structures to be affected. The longer the carpet is wet, the more moisture the material underneath (e.g. concrete) may absorb. Furthermore, the moisture may spread from the original location to other parts of the carpet or building materials, creating a bigger problem. Moisture from a wet carpet may also evaporate into the air, creating higher humidity levels across the premises and leading to further issues such as mould growth and bacteria growth. If the carpet is not dried quickly or thoroughly, mould also may begin to grow in or under the carpet itself. As well as being unsightly, mould has been linked to negative health conditions (see this article for more information, and this article1 for an in-depth scientific review). For all these reasons, it is important to dry carpets quickly and thoroughly.

#Why Use NLR to Dry Your Carpet?

It may be possible to dry small patches of wet carpet by yourself (see this article for more information on DIY carpet drying, and this article for some general tips). However, there are many mistakes that can be made when attempting to dry carpets. It may also be significantly more hassle to DIY a carpet drying job than to call in a team of professionals with heavy-duty equipment. If you are looking for qualified professionals to dry your carpet effectively in a short time frame, please don’t hesitate to to contact our office to enquire about this service. You can also visit this page to learn more about the carpet drying services we offer.

There are numerous benefits to using NLR to dry your wet carpets. These reasons include:

We offer a full scoping and assessment prior to commencing remediation work. Instead of merely hoping that standard drying equipment will do the job, our technicians travel to your premises to conduct a full scoping and assessment of the situation. Our fully-stocked vans have a variety of equipment designed for different sites and problems, so we can ensure that our technicians have the most effective drying equipment ready to meet your precise needs.
We perform rigorous pre-testing of the area to assess exactly which areas need drying. Often there is water present that cannot be seen, whether under the carpet or in surrounding areas, and it is vital that this be addressed as well if full remediation is to occur. Our trained technicians use water meters and thermal imaging cameras to assess precise moisture content in the carpet and other materials. This serves as a baseline measurement to test against after drying has finished, and a scoping tool to estimate the length of time and equipment required to dry the area.
Our multi-level drying process starts with vacuum water extraction. Using a wet vacuum to draw water out of the carpet immediately gets rid of large quantities of moisture. This means that the following drying processes are more efficient and take less time to complete.
Our next step is using dehumidifiers and air movers to draw all remaining moisture from the carpet and surrounding areas. Dehumidifiers, as the name suggests, draw moisture from the environment, safely depositing it in a removable container or outside, well away from the worksite. (Click here to learn about the benefits of dehumidifiers.) Our technicians choose the right dehumidifiers for the needs of the worksite, and ensure that they are set up correctly. Air movers may also be used to increase air circulation in the damp space, increasing the efficiency of the dehumidifiers. (Click here to learn more about air movers in carpet drying.)
We offer air scrubber hire to purify your air at the same time as drying the carpet. If you are concerned about any musty odours, mould or other contaminants that may have developed as a result of the wet carpet, we can use air scrubbers to take care of this. Our technicians can advise you on which air scrubbers will suit the needs of your premises, and set up the equipment. The air scrubbing process can happen concurrently with the dehumidification and drying process, allowing you to to use the space as soon as possible.
Our technicians can do any carpet removal and/or lifting as necessary. Lifting of wet carpet can be a strenuous and complex task. Our trained technicians can assess whether it is necessary to temporarily lift your carpet to ensure thorough drying, and carry this out if necessary. If some or all of the carpet is unsalvageable, we can also remove and dispose of the carpet.
We offer carpet cleaning to ensure your carpet is in optimal condition. While our standard process usually involves just removing moisture from your carpet, we can also clean the carpet after the drying process is complete. If you are worried about any contaminants remaining trapped in your carpet, or if it was in need of a clean before the water damage occurred, you can request that our technicians also clean your carpet.
We perform post-drying tests to ensure that the drying process has been effectively completed. Our technicians do not just leave equipment running for a certain period of time and trust that the job has been done properly. When they come to remove equipment, they will first test the carpet to ensure that the drying process is fully complete. Using a moisture meter gives our technicians a precise indication of the moisture content of your carpet, and whether or not the drying process is finished. If moisture content is within acceptable levels, they will remove the drying equipment and allow you to use the space again. If moisture levels are still above an acceptable range, they will suggest that the drying equipment runs for a further period of time. This testing gives you peace of mind that the job has been successfully completed.
Our technicians are on the job quickly. We make every effort to attend to your job request as quickly as possible. Although we can not guarantee a time frame, in most cases our technicians are at your premises within two hours (in Brisbane). We understand that unattended water damage can quickly spread, and we place appropriate importance on responding to your job request as speedily as possible.

We have several examples of our carpet drying projects on this page. Please click these links to read about our ceiling and carpet drying, small are carpet drying and large area carpet drying projects.

Summary

NLR restorations is your best partner when it comes to carpet drying. If you have a wet carpet, it is important to address quickly to prevent further damage to your property and restore full functionality. To book a restoration consultation and carpet drying services, please contact our office.