Water Damage

Water damage happens fast…it can start with a small leak and turn into a major disaster overnight. A timely response to water intrusion significantly limits costly damage and reduces health concerns. The longer the exposure, the greater the damage. A minor water claim can become as costly as a major water damage claim.

Within Minutes

Water contamination spreads to unaffected areas.
Coloring releases from furniture and stains the carpet permanently.
Paper goods are ruined due to moisture absorption and swelling*

Within Hours

Furniture in direct contact with water delaminates and swells.
Wooden legs begin to split.
Sheetrock can swell, sag, or buckle
Bacterial odor (souring) becomes apparent*

Within Days

Mildew appears along with a “musty odor”.
Metal surfaces begin to rust.
Door and window casings swell and distort.
Floors and structural wood may be damaged beyond repair and may need replacement.

Within Weeks

Mildew associated with prolonged dampness roots into organic materials.
Carpet backings, paper coverings on sheetrock, and paneling may be affected and will have to be replaced.

*This time line is in general terms. Factors such as humidity, saturation, temperature, etc., may speed up, or delay the degree of damage

Kleen King, Inc. is a certified firm with certified employees. Kleen King, Inc. is certified through the IICRC. What is the IICRC? The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) has served as the Industry Guardian for the cleaning, inspection and restoration service industries for more than 30 years. As a non-profit certification organization, the IICRC helps ensure that you have access to trusted and trained cleaning professionals by establishing and monitoring certification programs and standards for these industries.

To qualify for IICRC-Certified Firm status businesses must demonstrate proof of insurance, maintain a written customer complaint policy with documented follow-up and provide ongoing education and training leading to certification for all technicians. IICRC Certified Firms are also required to abide by the IICRC Code of Ethics. Services provided by IICRC–Certified professionals range from flooring inspection and cleaning to mold remediation to water and fire damage restoration. http://www.iicrc.org