Water Damage

Emergency Service
If you have an emergency water damage* call
1-800-800-9565
or email us at
Bear@speakeasy.net

and a technician will contact you as soon as possible.

Bear Floors Inc. is a certified water damage treatment company with years of experience and highly trained staff ready to help recover and restore your property.

Water is essential to our lives in many ways but when torrential rains,  failing sump pumps, fire damage, leaky roofs, overflowing toilets and bathtubs cause water damage- water becomes the enemy.

What kind of damage can occur if treatment is delayed?

     Delay in removing the water and treating the affected area will result in property and structural damage that increases exponentially the longer the water sits.  Carpeting, furniture and draperies are the most obvious items that get damaged, but water seepage into walls and floor boards can cause much more costly damage that can be harder and more expensive to remedy.  Prompt removal of the water is essential and our highly trained staff and high powered equipment does just that- fast.

What happens to carpeting when subject to water damage conditions?

     If excess water is not removed within 24 hours carpeting will begin a process called delamination in which the latex that holds the carpet fibers to the net like backing begins to break down,  resulting in the two layers separating and making it difficult if not impossible to reinstall. In such cases the cost of treatment of the situation is increased by the carpet having to be replaced.  Also if water is left standing,  or even if the carpeting is damp, bacteria and mold will set in quickly causing a health hazard. Early and effective treatment can save valuable carpeting from be being damaged as well as keeping problems like mold, mildew and bacteria  from ever developing.

How is Water Damage treated?

     First the source of the water must be stopped to eliminate any further buildup of water.  Then all excess water will be extracted from the carpeting and padding to limit the damage and aid in drying out the carpeting and floors.  The carpeting will be taken up and the padding underneath removed (it is less expensive to replace padding than to spend the time and money to restore it after water damage).

     The next step is to apply anti- mildew and anti-bacterial agents to the top and back of the carpeting,  as well as the floor, to prevent any mildew or bacteria from developing ion the the damp surfaces.

     Carpet dryers and dehumidifiers will be placed in the room to circulate air above and below the damp carpeting.  The drying process can take as little as 24 hours or several days depending on the size of the area,  type of carpeting, and the nature of the damage. 

If the carpet is salvageable and in good condition it will be reinstalled over new padding.  If not our carpet sales team can give you a quote for replacement carpeting,  and new flooring can be installed.

     If the original carpeting is being reinstalled the final step will be a thorough cleaning and another final treatment of anti-mildew and anti-bacteria agents.

What about sewage backups?

     For situations where sewage is involved,  like toilet backups, replacement of carpet and padding and heavy disinfection of all surfaces is the only safe solution for the health and well-being of the residents. 

     Clear water backups can usually be fully recovered if treated in the first 24 hours. Time is the most important factor in the treatment of any water damage case to prevent loss of property and health risks.

If you have any further questions please feel free to call us at 1-800-800-9565.

*Water damage services are available for Maryland only.