As storms, hurricanes and floods become more frequent, the need to restore properties to a pre-loss condition faster and more efficiently will become more and more critical. As average temperatures across the globe have increased, more rain has fallen during the heaviest downpours.

Water Restoration Technicians are dependent on a wide range of tools on a daily basis, ranging from moisture meters and infrared cameras to dehumidifiers and heat drying systems. One underestimated, but essential tool is knowledge and this is gained through both industry training and hands-on experience. 

In the structural drying industry, all drying utilizes heat drying in some form or another. Energy is required to clear the latent heat of vaporization—that is, the amount of energy necessary to convert a liquid into a gas.

The most important principle of drying is to understand the transfer of energy.

High heat drying. Cooking the house. Baking the moisture out. These descriptions all tend to create a fear of the subject of using energy in drying.

The Dri-Eaz DriTec desiccant provides a solution for restorers struggling to dry buildings in less-than-ideal conditions.