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Restoration terms, defined

Plain definitions of the restoration words that come up on estimates, inspections and supplier calls, written for restoration companies. Each term says where it matters on the job and links the Koira calculator, cost guide or template that goes with it.

A

RestorationAir moverAn air mover is a high velocity fan aimed low across wet floors and walls to speed evaporation during water drying.

C

RestorationContainmentContainment is sealing off a work area with plastic sheeting and zip doors, often under negative air pressure, so dust, mold spores or lead dust do not spread through the house.

D

RestorationDehumidifierA dehumidifier pulls moisture out of the air.

E

RestorationEquilibrium moisture contentEquilibrium moisture content is the moisture level a material settles at in its surroundings.

I

RestorationInsurance supplementA supplement is a request to an insurance company to add items or quantities to an approved claim after hidden damage or missed items are found.

M

RestorationMoisture meterA moisture meter reads the water content of wood, drywall or concrete, either through pins pushed into the material or with a pinless sensor on the surface.RestorationMold remediationMold remediation is removing mold growth and the materials it has damaged, under containment, and fixing the moisture source so it does not return.Shared with DrywallMold-resistant drywallMold-resistant drywall has a fiberglass mat or treated paper facing that gives mold less to feed on, used in basements, bathrooms and after water damage.

N

Shared with Air Duct and Dryer Vent CleaningNegative air machineA negative air machine is a powerful fan with filters that pulls air out of the duct system, or a work area, so loosened dust is drawn into the machine instead of into the house.

W

RestorationWater mitigationWater mitigation is the emergency stage after a leak or flood: stopping the source, extracting water, removing wet materials that cannot be saved and drying the structure.

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