Mitigation addresses the immediate loss.
The mitigation phase focuses on the water problem and affected materials. Depending on the situation, the scope may include extraction, drying and removal of materials that cannot be retained.
Restoration rebuilds the affected space.
Restoration addresses the repairs that follow the immediate response. Flooring, walls, cabinetry and other finishes may be part of that reconstruction scope.
Keep the two scopes connected.
A clear handoff helps the construction team understand what was affected and what has been addressed. Keep photographs, drying documentation and repair estimates together for the project.
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