How Long Do Water Removal & Water Damage Repairs Take?

ATI Restoration

No one expects water to come into their property from things like a sewer backup, burst pipe, severe storm, or faulty appliance. Unfortunately, when water infiltrates in these ways, it often causes significant damage and poses serious risks to affected properties. With ATI’s emergency water damage restoration services, we can quickly address the issue, help prevent additional damage, and restore your property to its strongest and most attractive state.

Water wreaks havoc on residential and commercial properties in several ways. It can warp walls and floors and cause damage to foundations and supports, weakening the building internally. It can also compromise electrical systems, damage fixtures and furnishings, and water-log personal belongings and important documents. When not addressed through emergency water damage restoration services, water intrusion can also allow mold and mildew to grow. This not only further compromises the structural integrity of the property but affects indoor air quality and the safety of occupants. Having water damage addressed as quickly as possible by highly trained and certified restoration specialists helps to protect your property from these more serious issues.

ATI Restoration’s technicians are HAZWOPER-certified, enabling them to safely handle all types of water damage. We understand the urgency of water damage situations. With more than 70 locations nationwide and a 24-Hour Emergency Response service, we are ready to come to your property, assess the scope of the issue, and provide rapid emergency water damage restoration services to help minimize downtime and disruption.

When water damages your property, ATI Restoration is here with the tools and expertise you need to get back on your feet. Contact us 24/7/365 to schedule an assessment and learn how our emergency water damage restoration services can help restore your property to its original state—or better—in the shortest amount of time possible.

How Long Does Emergency Water Damage Restoration Take?

The timeline for emergency water damage restoration and reconstruction will vary depending on the extent of damage and the circumstances surrounding each situation. However, while factors including the severity of the intrusion, the materials affected, and the overall size of the impacted area will influence how long the process takes, we have the teams, tools, and protocols needed to get you back to normal without delay.

During our initial assessment of your property, we will provide you with a realistic timeframe to help you plan accordingly for each stage of the process.

Three to Five Days for Minor Damage

The water extraction and structural drying portions of emergency water damage restoration typically take 3–5 days for minor damage.

Two to Four Weeks for More Extensive Damage

More extensive damage may take 2–4 weeks to properly address.

One Week to Several Months for Reconstruction

Depending on the type and extent of damage done to the structure of the property, reconstruction may take anywhere from one week to several months, with complete rebuilds requiring the most time.

We Work to Restore Your Property as Quickly as Possible

At ATI Restoration, we prioritize speed and efficiency just as much as we do quality workmanship. We are available around the clock to spring into action when called—even on weekends and holidays—enabling us to start the restoration process when you need it most. Beginning with a thorough assessment of your property, we will swiftly craft a restoration plan that serves to minimize disruption by prioritizing critical needs to help you resume normalcy even before the finishing touches are complete.

Our crews are composed of IICRC-certified technicians from several different building trades, allowing us to keep the restoration and reconstruction process in-house. Because we don’t need to subcontract tasks, we can start work on your property right away. This further accelerates the recovery process while ensuring competent project management and quality oversight.

Our Fast-Track Reconstruction Protocol is designed with property owners in mind. We handle the permitting process, deal with insurance paperwork, and draft easy-to-understand restoration and reconstruction plans. With you as our top priority, we will keep you informed, educated, and involved in all decisions to make sure the project is done to your satisfaction.

Learn more about our philosophy and dedication to customer service at ATI Cares.

Our Emergency Water Damage Restoration Services

ATI Restoration offers a comprehensive range of emergency water damage restoration services, enabling us to swiftly and effectively address all types of losses. We are here to help you resume normal business operations or return to your residential property with emergency water damage restoration services including:

Water Extraction: We use industrial-grade pumps, truck-mounted vacuum systems, and other advanced extraction equipment to remove standing water, prevent additional damage, and reduce drying time.
Moisture Mapping: With infrared imaging and high-tech moisture detection tools, we identify where water has infiltrated internal structures. This helps guide our drying and dehumidification strategies.
Structural Drying & Dehumidification: We strategically place fans, air movers, and dehumidifying equipment throughout water-damaged properties to prevent continuing damage to floors, walls, and structural components. This also helps to reduce the risk of mold proliferation.
Contents Restoration: Using specialized equipment (including ultrasonic techniques), we carefully clean, refurbish, and restore contents such as furniture, fixtures, decor, and machinery to preserve their value and functionality.
Document and Media Restoration: Using advanced dehumidification, drying, and restoration techniques—including vacuum freeze drying and desiccant air drying—we work to salvage vital documents like birth certificates and wills stored on both paper and digital media.

In addition to these services, we provide leak detection and repair when necessary. This allows us to identify the source of water intrusion and perform repairs to prevent future occurrences.

Reconstruction and Our Emergency Water Damage Restoration Services

When water damages your property’s structural elements, reconstruction services may be required. The reconstruction professionals at ATI Restoration provide thorough inspections of floors, walls, roofing, and other components to assess how water has damaged the structural integrity of your property.

If structural repairs are needed, we will get to work right away to reduce disturbances to your home or business operations. We have the skilled tradespeople, equipment, and technology to handle projects in-house. This, in combination with our Fast-Track Reconstruction Protocol, helps to keep each project on schedule and within budget without compromising quality. We take great care to return your property to its original condition—or even better—in the shortest time frame possible.

Why Choose Us for Emergency Water Damage Restoration?

ATI Restoration offers:

Experience: We are the oldest family-operated restoration service firm in the country. With over 35 years of experience, we have carefully selected our team of tenured, certified restoration and reconstruction specialists to reflect our integrity and commitment to quality.
Swift Response Time: Water damage is progressive. We offer a 24-Hour Emergency Response, enabling us to rapidly dispatch a team to your property. We take every care to expedite your project and minimize your stress and inconvenience.
Nationwide Reach: ATI Restoration has over 70 regional offices and more than 2,600 employees. We have the resources and capabilities to respond to your emergency water damage needs no matter where in the country you are.
In-House Team: From water extraction through reconstruction, our services are performed in-house by skilled, licensed, and certified professionals. This gives us direct control over the quality and progress of your project.
HAZWOPER and IICRC Certifications: Our teams are certified by the IICRC and have undergone OSHA’s HAZWOPER training. These standards give you peace of mind knowing we can handle even the most hazardous conditions safely, responsibly, and completely.
Advanced Technology: We use advanced technology, the latest techniques, and the most comprehensive tools available to ensure thorough water removal and damage restoration.
Customer Focus: Our company culture is one of respect and empathy. We treat every client—and their projects—with the utmost professionalism and care. You can rely on us to provide support, maintain clear lines of communication, and work with efficiency in mind from the start through the finish of your project.

Contact Us for Your Emergency Water Damage Restoration Needs

If you are facing water damage, contact us immediately for assistance. We are here 24 hours a day, every day of the year to take your call, assess your situation, and provide a plan for swift recovery. With our experienced crews and comprehensive in-house capabilities, you can count on ATI Restoration to get the job done right so you can get on with your life.

How Long Does It Take to Get Rid of Water Damage?

How Long Does Emergency Water Damage Restoration Take?

Three to Five Days for Minor Damage

Two to Four Weeks for More Extensive Damage

One Week to Several Months for Reconstruction

We Work to Restore Your Property as Quickly as Possible

Learn more about our philosophy and dedication to customer service at ATI Cares.

Our Emergency Water Damage Restoration Services

Reconstruction and Our Emergency Water Damage Restoration Services

Why Choose Us for Emergency Water Damage Restoration?

Contact Us for Your Emergency Water Damage Restoration Needs