How Do You Dry A House?
It Begins With Asking Four Key Questions
"The success of each and every decision made during the restorative drying process depends on the information upon which the decision was based. The process of restorative drying involves a continuous cycle of information gathering, interpretation, decision making, validation and adjustment... There are four questions that summarize the information that must be obtained, documented and evaluated throughout the restorative drying process. When left unanswered, these questions are the source of the most common deficiencies in inspection and documentation. The four key questions, or 'knows' of drying are:
- What's Wet?
- How Wet Is It?
- Is It Drying?
- Is It Done?
Inspection, monitoring and documentation answer these four questions. A gap in this process will result in improper drying, additional water damage, and compromised cleanliness and integrity. Proper instruments and tools are a key ingredient to successful completion in the drying process.
Developments in technology, science, education and practice have all changed the landscape of the restoration drying industry. In particular, instrumentation technology has greatly advanced, offering more and better features for evaluating "What's wet" and "How wet it is." Ultimately, this has led to an increase in liability for those who have not kept up to date with current instrumentation technologies and changes in industry standards and procedures. The long-term effects of improper drying have become an area of interest to many attorneys across North America."
(New Guide to Restorative Drying, Dri-Eaz Education Series, pages 18-19)
By using advanced instrumentation and related technical calculations it is possible to accurately assess the project and set definitive drying goals within a system designed for the immediate job. By documenting this investigative process and monitoring for key information, the drying process can be adjusted in a timely fashion according to the current environment. The drying resources are brought to bear on the project in a cost effective and clearly defined way that is positive for all parties involved.
In this environment the adjuster is able to discern the rationale behind the drying approach taken because of quantifiable data being produced by the restoration technician throughout the project. A trained and experienced restoration technician should be able to produce the technical evidence required to justify their approach to any job. The beauty of the DriZone System is that it provides a consistent approach that works for the adjuster and the contractor built on the accepted standards demanded in today's restoration field.
We at Super Bee are proud to be one of the companies in Alberta trained by Dri-Eaz University.
