Flood Dehumidifiers and Water Damage Dehumidifiers

Quickly And Effectively Remove Moisture After Floods

Water residue after flooding can quickly become an issue in homes, basements, cellars, commercial premises or other areas. A flood dehumidifier helps to mitigate these problems, and helps to speed up the drying process in areas that are suffering with excess moisture. 

Whether you’re a restoration professional, facilities manager, construction contractor or a homeowner dealing with severe water damage - a high performance flood dehumidifier can help to dry the area by removing excess moisture from the air. 

What Are Flood Dehumidifiers?

Flood dehumidifiers are high capacity industrial units that are built to handle the extreme humidity conditions that follow flooding, leaks, storm damage and burst pipes. 

Flood dehumidifiers work to remove excess moisture left in the air and environment after a flood. They are often used in tandem with a water pump, which removes the immediate body of water that is causing a problem. A floor dryer can also be used alongside a flood dehumidifier to reduce water damage. Leftover humidity can cause future problems and additional water damage, which is why a flood dehumidifier is often used alongside the water pump.

Unlike standard domestic units, these dehumidifiers are made to:

• Extract large amounts of moisture quickly

• Operate continuously 

• Support structural drying and restoration projects

• Integrate with floor dryers and other drying systems. 

High quality flood dehumidifiers are capable of assisting in heavy duty tasks and tasks that would otherwise be impossible for smaller units.

Why Water Damage Dehumidifiers Are Essential After A Flood

After a flood or leak, moisture doesn’t just sit on the surface. It penetrates materials like plasterboard, timber framing, carpets, concrete and insulation. Leaving surroundings damp can cause:

• Mould growth within 24-48 hours 

• Structural deterioration

• Persistent odours

• Indoor air quality changes. 

Flood dehumidifiers remove airborne moisture, allowing damp materials to release trapped water faster. This controlled drying process helps to prevent secondary damage and shortens restoration timelines. 

When Should A Water Damage Dehumidifier Be Used?

A water damage dehumidifier should be used whenever a property has experienced:

• Flooding

• Burst pipes

• Roof leaks

• Storm damage 

• Fire suppression water damage

• Severe condensation or damp issues

By using professional drying equipment, long term damage can be mitigated faster and more effectively.

How Long Does It Take To Dry Flooded Property?

Drying time depends on many factors, including:

• The extent of the water damage

• The building materials 

• Temperature and relative humidity of the area

• The number of dehumidifiers used

• The use of air movers and pumps

Typically, professional drying can take somewhere between 3 and 7 days to complete, although severity of the flood damage and size of the area can change this.

Flood Dehumidifier FAQs

Who uses flood dehumidifiers?

Flood dehumidifiers are used across a variety of industries where rapid moisture control and removal is essential. This includes water damage restoration companies, construction and renovation contractors, property managers and facilities teams, insurance loss adjusters and homeowners. 

Are flood dehumidifiers different from home dehumidifiers?

Standard home dehumidifiers are not built with the intention of them performing heavy duty tasks. This can be because they are not made with commercial or industrial grade materials, or with significantly higher extraction capacity. Flood dehumidifiers are naturally designed to withstand more demanding tasks and operate for longer runtimes. 

Do flood dehumidifiers help prevent mould?

Yes. Flood dehumidifiers help prevent mould by removing the conditions needed for mould to develop. They do not, however, remove already existing and established mould.

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