How to Decide Which Equipment to Rent After a Flood

When a flood or water damage incident occurs, whether from a burst pipe, appliance leak, or sewage backup, time is critical. Between rising stress levels, trying to salvage important belongings, and the race to prevent further damage, the restoration process can quickly feel overwhelming. It’s important to be able to navigate the restoration efforts smoothly by choosing the right water damage cleanup approach and the best flood restoration equipment rental available in Toronto. Whether that means opting for air purifier rentals, dehumidifiers, air blowers, moisture meters, or drying mats depends on your property’s needs. 

In addition to professional water damage restoration services, the local IICRC-certified company, Restoration Express, provides advanced flood restoration equipment rentals with 3-hour delivery in Toronto and throughout the Greater Toronto Area, so you can quickly get your hands on the equipment you need. 

Here are the factors you should consider as you choose the best equipment for water damage cleanup.

Severity of Water Damage

A small appliance leak affecting one section of flooring may only require targeted drying equipment, like drying mats or an air blower. In contrast, large-scale flooding often requires a more robust setup involving multiple pieces of restoration equipment working together.

If water has spread behind walls, beneath flooring, or into insulation, professional-grade dehumidifiers and air movers are required to properly dry the space and building materials to reduce the risk of mold growth. Moisture matters, and infrared cameras help to identify hidden moisture pockets that you may not realize are there.

Is There Trapped Moisture?

While moisture meters and infrared cameras help identify pockets of non-visible moisture, the best flood restoration equipment for managing this moisture is typically a dehumidifier. Renting a dehumidifier for water damage helps to remove excess humidity that often remains trapped inside the property. Without a dehumidifier, unaddressed humidity can quickly facilitate a mold infestation, putting your property’s building materials at greater risk.

Expected Dry Time

Depending on the amount of flooding, the size of the affected area, or the materials compromised, dry time will vary. It’s important for both insurance reasons and to minimize damage that dry time is minimized. Air movers and air blowers are designed to increase airflow across wet materials and surfaces. These machines help evaporate moisture trapped inside flooring, walls, carpets, and structural materials more efficiently.

The placement of air movers matters significantly. Restoration professionals strategically position them to maximize airflow and prevent moisture from becoming trapped in difficult-to-dry areas. Pairing air movers with dehumidifiers is often one of the most effective approaches for water damage cleanup. If you’re not sure how many air movers or air blower rentals are required for your property, contact our team at Restoration Express. 

Drying Mats Protect Hardwood Flooring

If water damage affects hardwood floors, drying mats may help reduce the need for costly floor removal or hardwood replacement. Drying mats use suction technology to pull trapped moisture out from beneath hardwood planks and subflooring, reducing buckling, wrapping, deterioration and damage to the flooring due to extended moisture exposure.

Protect Your Property with Reliable Flood Restoration Equipment

The right equipment can make a major difference in how quickly and effectively your property recovers after water damage. At Restoration Express, our team helps property owners select the right drying and restoration equipment based on the severity of the loss, the affected materials, and the size of the property.