Water Mitigation vs. Water Restoration: Understanding the Differences

Barrett Dick • September 28, 2022

While we may receive advanced warnings about hurricanes, there are some water-related events we unfortunately can’t see coming. Whether it’s a burst pipe, leaky dishwasher or a sudden Spring storm that causes your roof to collapse, water damage can strike your property when you least expect it.

 

Depending on the type of damage caused, water mitigation and water restoration services may be needed. But, what’s the difference?

 

Water Mitigation Services

 

Water damage mitigation services help prevent further water damage from affecting your property. Using specialized techniques and equipment, water mitigation services can minimize the amount of loss through:

 

●      Removal of damaged furniture and other materials like drywall and flooring

●      Water extraction and drying out of the property with the use of commercial-grade equipment

●      Cleaning and disinfecting salvageable belongings and materials

●      Applying tarps, boarding up windows and taking other necessary precautions to protect the integrity of the property

 

Water Restoration Services

 

Water damage restoration is the next step after water mitigation. Focused on completely repairing and restoring the water damage caused to a home or property, water restoration services help home and business owners fully recover from all damage and get back to normal. Examples of water restoration services include:

 

●      Roof repair

●      Replacing flooring and walls

●      Mold elimination 

●      Humidity and moisture testing to make sure all issues have been resolved

 

Water Mitigation and Restoration Professionals

 

No matter what type of water damage you experience, you will need the help of restoration experts to restore your home or business to its pre-loss state. Our team of water mitigation and restoration experts will take all appropriate steps to ensure your health and safety are protected from potentially dangerous levels of contamination. Meanwhile, we also work to get you back onto your property as quickly as possible – staying true to our mission to ensure continuity of lives and businesses. Contact Guarantee Restoration today to get started.

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Guarantee Restoration Services Expands Leadership Role as Managing Partner for W.B. Arthur Restoration in Austin, Texas

By Shawn Folks • February 5, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact Information: Zack Klein, Director of Marketing and Business Development 225-753-8682 Zack@247GRS.com Guarantee Restoration Services Expands Leadership Role as Managing Partner for W.B. Arthur Restoration in Austin, Texas BATON ROUGE, La. – February 5, 2025 – Guarantee Restoration Services has entered into an agreement to serve as the managing partner for W.B. Arthur Restoration, a leading restoration and facility maintenance provider in Austin, Texas. This partnership marks a significant step in Guarantee Restoration’s ongoing expansion throughout the South and Gulf Coast region. Guarantee Restoration Services will oversee management operations in Austin, working closely with W.B. Arthur Restoration to enhance systems, streamline processes, and position the company for long-term growth. This collaboration reinforces Guarantee Restoration’s commitment to delivering industry-leading restoration services, while expanding its footprint across new markets. “We’re embarking on a remarkable journey that will create new pathways for innovation, growth, and leadership in the marketplace,” said Shawn Folks, CEO of Guarantee Restoration Services. “Our people are the reason we are able to form these types of partnerships. I’m excited to see where we go from here.” This strategic partnership aligns with Guarantee Restoration’s pattern of growth across the Gulf South, having established a strong presence in six markets across Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. By bringing its expertise in restoration management to W.B. Arthur Restoration, they aim to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery in the Austin Metro Region. About W.B. Arthur Restoration W.B. Arthur Restoration provides a wide range of property maintenance and restoration services, including water damage restoration, facility maintenance, air duct cleaning, and carpet cleaning. Serving the greater Austin Metro Region, W.B. Arthur Restoration is dedicated to ensuring homes and businesses receive the highest level of care, even in the most difficult-to-reach places. About Guarantee Restoration Services For over 50 years, Guarantee Restoration Services has been a trusted name in the restoration industry, consistently expanding its services and market presence along the Gulf Coast. The company’s mission is to support communities in need by offering reliable restoration solutions, maintaining honest and dependable service, and ensuring stability for businesses and homeowners. For more information about Guarantee Restoration Services, visit http://www.GuaranteeRestoration.com /.
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