In June 2026 our team completed water damage work at a property in Wendouree VIC 3355. Five rooms were documented as part of the job, and the work was carried out in line with IICRC S500, the industry standard for water damage restoration.
The first step on a job like this is to measure before anything is removed. Technicians use moisture meters to test window sills, walls, columns and other surfaces to find where water has travelled and how far. Dark staining on a surface is one sign that moisture has been present for some time, but the meter readings show whether the material is still wet underneath. Those readings guide what needs to come out and what can be dried in place.
Where materials are too damaged to save, they are removed and recorded before drying begins. On this job, that included stained sheeting stacked outside, which had dark staining and mould growth and was strapped to a rack for assessment. Structural elements such as concrete columns can often be dried and cleaned rather than replaced, provided the readings come back within range. Aluminium-framed windows and glazing are checked for water tracking into the frame and seals. Drying equipment is then set up to move air across the affected area until moisture levels return to normal.
Throughout the work, readings are recorded so progress can be checked against the starting numbers. Live onsite reporting, scopes and quotes keep the property owner informed as the job moves through each stage. Where an insurance claim is involved, we liaise with the insurer on the claim, documenting each room and the work completed.
Water damage can look contained from the surface while moisture sits inside walls, floors and framing. Left untreated, it can lead to swelling, warping, and mould growth within days. Homes and businesses in Wendouree and the surrounding area benefit from a measured, documented response that finds hidden moisture early. Our technicians hold IICRC certifications, and our work is backed by public and products liability cover of $20 million, so property owners can see what was done and why.
Read more about our Water Damage Restoration service.
Water Damage Restoration
Fire and Smoke Restoration
Mould Removal & Remediation
Mould Inspection
Asbestos Removal
Asbestos Testing
Dehumidifier Hire
Air Quality Testing
Structural Drying
Water Leak Detection
Trauma & Crime Scene Cleaning
Deceased Estate Clearing
Hoarding & Squalor Cleaning
Meth Testing & Decontamination
Lead Paint Removal
