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- Emergency response and extraction happen on day one.
- Drying usually takes three to five days.
- Rebuild time depends on scope, materials and insurance approval.
A restoration job moves through phases, and the longest ones are usually outside the crew's control: insurance approvals and matching materials.
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Typical phases
- Day 1: inspection, extraction, removal of unsalvageable materials, drying setup.
- Days 2 to 5: daily readings and adjustments until materials are dry.
- Days 5 to 10: scope for repairs is finalized and sent to the insurer.
- Weeks 2 to 6: repairs, from drywall and paint to flooring and cabinets.
What slows it down
- Waiting on adjuster inspections or approvals.
- Mold discovered during demolition.
- Special-order cabinets, flooring or tile.
- Permits for larger repairs.
- Equipment turned off during drying.
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