Water Mitigation

Definition

Water mitigation refers to the process of reducing or preventing the amount of water damage that occurs after a flood, pipe burst, or other water intrusion event. It includes emergency response actions such as water extraction, removing wet materials, setting up drying equipment, and applying antimicrobial treatments. The goal is to stabilize the property and prevent secondary damage like mold growth. Mitigation is different from restoration, which involves repairing and rebuilding damaged areas.