Last updated · Written by the Elite Restoration Services of Iowa team
Why is containment so important for restoration in healthcare and senior living?
Residents and patients in healthcare and senior living are often more vulnerable to dust, mold spores and other airborne contaminants. Containment walls, negative air pressure and HEPA filtration are commonly used to keep restoration work from spreading contaminants to occupied areas. Work should follow the facility's own infection-control requirements and be coordinated with staff.
What typically goes wrong for healthcare and senior living facilities?
Most calls fall into four groups. The details below are the risks we plan for in these buildings; every loss is different, and the inspection tells us what yours needs.
Water
Plumbing and sprinkler leaks, roof leaks, and water reaching patient or resident rooms.
Fire and smoke
Kitchen and electrical fires, and smoke in shared ventilation.
Mold
Hidden growth after leaks, a concern for vulnerable residents.
Sewage
Backups in facilities with heavy plumbing use.