Structural Drying

When your home or business is afflicted by water damage, moisture often embeds itself within the structural components of the property. To prevent further damage, structural drying is essential to make a full recovery from a water-related emergency. 

Turn to Dreyer’s DKI for effective and efficient structural drying.  We bring specialized equipment, industry-leading techniques, and years of experience with us on every job. When your North Florida property is in our capable hands, you can trust it will make a full recovery. 

What is Structural Drying? 

Structural drying is a disaster-related process aimed at restoring a property and its materials after water damage. Structural drying reduces the humidity levels in affected areas and materials so they can properly dry and maintain their structure. This thorough drying process mitigates mold growth and prevents long-term issues related to air quality and structural soundness.

Areas You May Need Structural Drying 

Water damage can affect numerous areas within a property, including its structure. No two water damage emergencies are alike so we tailor our efforts to your unique situation. Here are some common areas that may need structural drying after water damage.

Floors

A property’s floors are often the first to come into contact with water as a result of a flood or leak. Wooden and carpeted floors absorb moisture, so a simple drying with a mop or sponge often won’t accomplish the full extent of what’s needed. Once floors have absorbed extensive moisture, damage and mold growth are more likely to occur. Turn to Dreyer’s DKI before problems accelerate. 

Ceiling

Ceilings affected by water damage present a hazardous situation for residential and commercial properties. When it comes to ceiling moisture, mold growth isn’t the only issue. If water presence is ignored for too long, you risk a total ceiling collapse. 

If you’ve noticed staining, wet patches, paint issues, or mold growth on your property’s ceiling, structural drying can help remedy these problems to avoid significant damage and repair costs. 

Carpet

From rainwater flooding to hidden leaks underneath the carpeting, each instance of water damage can be rather troublesome for a carpeted floor. Carpeting can be saved through the structural drying process, but only if you act fast. If you’ve noticed a wet carpet smell, reach out to Dreyer’s DKI immediately. 

Walls

Water-damaged walls can compromise a property’s safety and structural integrity. Once drywall and the wooden beams within the walls are subjected to large amounts of moisture, mold growth, rotting, and deterioration can follow. Once you notice paint issues, warping, musty odors, or condensation on the walls, enlist Dreyer’s DKI for structural drying. 

Drying Process 

Once you’ve contacted our team of specialists, we’ll arrive at your property to conduct our complete structural drying process, which includes:

• Water Extraction

We can’t start drying an area until all the standing water is gone. That’s why we start by extracting water from impacted areas.

• Air Movement 

If mold is not an issue, our team can immediately move on to air movement. Air movement equipment is strategically placed around affected areas to slow saturation and evaporation. By slowing the rate of saturation and evaporation, further issues can be prevented and further drying measures can be taken. 

• Dehumidification

After completing the previous steps, materials can feel dry even though moisture is still deeply embedded within them. With the use of industry-standard dehumidifiers, deeper moisture problems are removed, preventing serious issues like mold growth from manifesting. 

• Temperature Control 

Rounding out the process for a complete and thorough drying process is temperature control. The most effective drying efforts include maintaining ideal temperatures to speed up the elimination of moisture. The perfect temperature range our team maintains stays between the 75-to-90-degree range. The experts at Dreyer’s DKI will find the perfect balance of temperatures needed to dry your property and get it back to normal. 

Drying Equipment 

At Dreyer’s DKI, we only use the industry’s best and most trustworthy equipment for our structural drying services. Throughout the process, we’ll use equipment such as: 

Moisture Meters

Moisture meters allow our professionals to accurately detect moisture levels within a building’s structural materials. These tools find small and hidden amounts of moisture, allowing us to locate and treat all affected areas. 

Thermal Imaging Cameras

Our team also uses thermal imaging cameras. Thermal imaging cameras serve the same purpose as moisture meters but this type of technology detects pockets of moisture through measuring temperature differences. 

Air Movers

Air movers are machines responsible for increasing air circulation in affected areas of a building. Through increased air circulation, air movers prompt evaporation and the removal of moisture, speeding up the drying process. The strategic placement of these machines goes a long way in the effectiveness of structural drying. 

Dehumidifiers 

Dehumidifiers draw moisture from affected spaces and decrease moisture levels. In turn, the machine creates dry air which is then circulated back into the affected space. Dehumidifiers are a crucial piece of machinery for the drying and dehumidification process. 

Humidity Monitors 

Throughout the drying and dehumidification process, our team uses humidity monitoring technology to make sure the process is working. Humidity monitors measure the humidity levels within an affected area, informing our technicians on how the drying process is shaping out. 

Benefits of Drying and Dehumidification 

By trusting trained professionals to handle structural drying, you will end up with a safer, more sound result.

Prevention of Mold Growth

Structural drying eliminates excess moisture that promotes mold growth. It gets ahead of the issue so mold never has a chance to grow and spread. 

Improved Air Quality 

Excess moisture creates the perfect environment for bacteria and other harmful microorganisms that affect the air you breathe. With the removal of moisture levels with structural drying, the property’s air quality will only increase. 

Savings on Time and Money 

By neglecting excess water or choosing alternative and less thorough methods, initial issues can become much bigger and costlier. By choosing structural drying with Dreyer’s DKI, you’ll save time and money by making immediate action a priority. 

Reduction in the Risk of Electrical Issues

Water damage can create a hazardous environment with a mix of moisture and electrical components. Turn to Dreyer’s DKI for prompt structural drying services to avoid dangerous risks that arise when your electrical system meets water. 

Restoration of Property to Original Condition

Structural drying plays an important role in the overall restoration process of any area affected by water damage. Dryers DKI provides tried and true structural drying services that will return your property to its original state. 

Complete Structural Drying in Gainesville and Jacksonville 

Has your commercial or residential property undergone recent water damage? Contact us today for premier structural drying and other 24/7 emergency services in North Florida.