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What is an emergency water extraction service?

Quick Answer

Emergency water extraction is the immediate removal of standing water using powerful truck-mounted and portable equipment. Professional extractors remove 1,500–2,000 gallons per hour. Services arrive within 30–60 minutes, 24/7, and include assessment, extraction, antimicrobial treatment, and drying equipment setup.

What Emergency Water Extraction Includes

  • Assessment of water contamination level (Category 1, 2, or 3)
  • Removal of all standing water using truck-mounted extractors
  • Extraction from carpet, padding, and hard flooring
  • Initial antimicrobial treatment to prevent bacterial growth
  • Setup of industrial drying equipment
  • Moisture mapping to identify all affected areas
  • Documentation for insurance claims

Professional vs. Consumer Equipment

  • Truck-mounted extractor: 1,500–2,000 gallons per hour
  • Portable professional extractor: 200–400 gallons per hour
  • Household shop vac: 10–15 gallons per hour

Our Response Times

  • Bergen, Essex, Hudson Counties: 45-minute target arrival time
  • Morris, Passaic, Sussex Counties: typically under 60 minutes

Insurance Coverage for Emergency Extraction

Emergency extraction is typically covered by homeowners insurance as emergency mitigation work when properly documented. We provide all required documentation to support your claim.

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