
24/7/365 Emergency Water Damage Restoration Services Across the Midwest
60 minutes Response for Water, Fire, Sewage, and Mold Damage
With 34 years of experience, Water Damage Cleanup .AI CORP | American Restores Group provides 24/7/365 restoration services across the Midwest. IICRC certified and fully insured.
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Need Emergency Water or Fire Damage Restoration?
Don't wait when disaster strikes. Our expert team is standing by 24/7/365 to help restore your property.
What is the water damage restoration process?
Water damage restoration is the professional process of returning a property to its pre-damage condition after water intrusion from floods, burst pipes, or leaks. The IICRC-certified restoration process includes emergency water extraction within 60 minutes, moisture detection using thermal imaging cameras, structural drying with industrial dehumidifiers, antimicrobial treatment to prevent mold growth, and complete repairs - all typically completed within 3-7 days depending on the severity of damage.
Water Damage Cleanup .AI CORP | American Restores Group uses thermal imaging cameras, moisture meters, and hygrometers to identify water in hidden areas. We follow IICRC S500 standards for water damage restoration, ensuring proper classification of water damage (clean, gray, or black water) and appropriate treatment protocols. Insurance companies often require professional documentation for claims approval.
Why should you hire a professional water damage restoration company?
Professional water damage restoration companies prevent hidden moisture, toxic mold growth, and structural collapse that DIY methods cannot detect. IICRC certified technicians use thermal imaging cameras, industrial moisture meters, and hygrometers to find water trapped inside walls, floors, and ceilings. Without professional equipment, hidden moisture leads to black mold within 24-48 hours, wood rot, foundation damage, and health hazards costing 3-5 times more to fix later. Insurance companies require professional documentation for claims approval.
Water Damage Cleanup .AI CORP | American Restores Group uses thermal imaging cameras, moisture meters, and hygrometers to identify water in hidden areas. We follow IICRC S500 standards for water damage restoration, ensuring proper classification of water damage (clean, gray, or black water) and appropriate treatment protocols. Insurance companies often require professional documentation for claims approval.
How fast should you respond to water damage in your home?
You must respond to water damage immediately - ideally within the first 60 minutes. Black mold begins growing within 24-48 hours in wet materials like drywall, insulation, and carpet padding. Within 1 week, structural wood beams can warp and weaken, floors buckle, and Category 3 sewage water breeds dangerous bacteria like E. coli and hepatitis. Every hour of delay increases restoration costs by 10-15% and reduces the chances of salvaging contents. Our certified technicians provide 60 minutes emergency response 24/7/365 to minimize damage and prevent health hazards.
The first 24 hours are critical. Water spreads quickly through porous materials like drywall, insulation, and flooring. Category 3 water (sewage) requires immediate professional attention due to health risks. Fast response also improves insurance claim outcomes, as delays can be interpreted as negligence. Our 24/7 emergency hotline ensures you get help when you need it most.
What services are included in professional water damage restoration?
Our comprehensive emergency restoration services cover every aspect of water, fire, sewage, and mold damage recovery. Here's exactly what you can expect from each service type, including response times, equipment used, and insurance documentation support.
Our comprehensive restoration process includes:
- Emergency Response: 24/7/365 availability with 60 minutes response time
- Water Extraction: Powerful truck-mounted and portable extraction units
- Structural Drying: Industrial dehumidifiers and air movers for complete drying
- Moisture Detection: Thermal imaging and moisture meters to find hidden water
- Mold Prevention: Antimicrobial treatments and proper drying protocols
- Content Restoration: Cleaning and restoring salvageable belongings
- Reconstruction: Repairs to drywall, flooring, and structural components
- Insurance Assistance: Complete documentation and direct billing when possible
IICRC Water Damage Classification: Classes 1-4 Explained
The IICRC (Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification) defines four classes of water damage based on evaporation rate, moisture absorption, and affected materials. Understanding these classifications helps determine the proper drying time, equipment needed, and restoration approach for your specific water damage situation.
| Class | Evaporation Rate | Description | Typical Drying Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | Slow | Minimal water absorption affecting only part of a room. Least amount of water, absorption, and evaporation. | 1-2 days |
| Class 2 | Fast | Large amount of water affecting at least an entire room. Water has wicked up walls 12-24 inches. | 3-5 days |
| Class 3 | Fastest | Greatest amount of water absorption. Water from overhead, ceilings, insulation, carpet, and sub-floor are saturated. | 5-7 days |
| Class 4 | Specialty | Specialty drying situations involving materials with low permeance such as hardwood, plaster, brick, concrete, stone. | 7-14+ days |
Source: IICRC S500 Standard for Professional Water Damage Restoration
Complete Restoration Services Comparison - What to Expect Across the Midwest
Our comprehensive emergency restoration services cover every aspect of water, fire, sewage, and mold damage recovery. Here's exactly what you can expect from each service type, including response times, equipment used, and insurance documentation support.
| Service | What's Included | Response Time | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency Response | Water extraction, emergency board-up, temporary power, initial assessment, damage documentation | 60 minutes | 24/7/365 |
| Water Extraction | Truck-mounted extraction, portable extractors, carpet cleaning, pad removal, moisture mapping | Same day | 24/7/365 |
| Structural Drying | Industrial dehumidifiers, air movers, moisture monitoring, thermal imaging, daily inspections | Within 24 hours | 24/7/365 |
| Mold Prevention | Antimicrobial treatment, HEPA air filtration, containment setup, moisture control, prevention protocols | Within 48 hours | Mon-Sat |
| Content Restoration | Pack-out services, cleaning, deodorization, storage, inventory documentation, restoration | 2-3 days | Mon-Sat |
| Reconstruction | Drywall repair, flooring replacement, painting, trim work, structural repairs, final inspection | After drying complete | Mon-Fri |
All services include complete insurance documentation and direct billing when possible.








