Drying and Dehumidification

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When water damage occurs, time is critical. Without proper drying and dehumidification, excess moisture can lead to structural deterioration, mould growth, and costly long-term damage.

At Flood Emergency Services Australia, we specialise in fast, effective moisture removal to protect your property and restore it safely.

The drying process starts after all standing water is extracted. Air movers are then used to increase evaporation by circulating dry air across wet surfaces. Simultaneously, dehumidifiers pull the evaporated moisture out of the air to prevent it from being reabsorbed into building materials.

There are two main types of dehumidification used in water damage restoration:

  • Refrigerant dehumidifiers, ideal for warm, humid conditions
  • Desiccant dehumidifiers, used in colder environments or for large-scale drying projects

Understanding drying and dehumidification is essential because water often penetrates deep into walls, floors, and cavities. At Flood Emergency Services, we use advanced tools like moisture meters and thermal imaging cameras to detect hidden water and track drying progress.

We don’t just dry what you see, we address what you can’t. Failure to completely dry materials can result in mould growth within 24–48 hours. That’s why our certified technicians follow strict protocols to ensure every inch is properly dried, monitored, and documented.

Whether it’s a burst pipe, storm damage, or a flooded basement, Flood Emergency Services is available 24/7 to provide expert drying and dehumidification services that protect your home or business.

Call us now on 1800 231 022 for an immediate, emergency, water damage response and let us help you restore your property—safely, and professionally.

Carrying equipment
  • IICRC fully qualified and trained project managers.
  • Affordable, upfront fixed rates.
  • Latest “Top Down” drying techniques for fewer interruptions and faster results.
  • Compliance certificates  upon completion to ensure against future mould growth.
  • 27 years combined flood and building experience for peace of mind.
  • Insurance work is our specialty.
  • Your local experts with quick response times.

Our Friendly Team Will Be At Your Door In Less Than 60 Minutes!

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Our Process

Initial Inspection

Our specialists will assess your water damage situation and determine how to proceed with the drying process.

Make it Safe

We remove all electrical devices to avoid all risk. We also remove slip hazards from the area to ensure safety.

Flood Water Extraction

We use top of the range extractors to remove as much water as possible from your flooded carpets.

Drying Process

We install air movers + dehumidifiers to remove all remaining moisture ASAP. We constantly monitor.

Air Purification

We filter the air through an automated filter, purifying all of the air in the area to remove odours.

Carpet Cleaning

In most cases, we can restore your carpets to a better condition then before the flooding took place.

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At Flood Emergency Services Australia, we are committed to providing fast, effective, and affordable structural and timber drying services to help you recover from water damage as quickly as possible. Our expert team boasts extensive training and hands-on experience utilising cutting-edge techniques and technology. We are dedicated to providing a thorough and efficient drying process by exclusively employing top-notch equipment and materials.

Our services are available 24/7 for emergencies, guaranteeing our presence when you need us the most. Our steadfast commitment to delivering quality results and surpassing customer expectations ensures that your needs always come first and that you receive exceptional service every time.

What Our Clients Say About Us

EXCELLENTGoogle 5 Stars
4.6 Average132 Reviews
Christopher Exindarisa year ago
Christopher Exindaris gave Flood Emergency Services a 5 star review

Burst pipe flooded a downstairs unit

Our downstairs unit was completely flooded due to a burst water pipe in the wall. FES were there promptly with all the commercial equipment… Read the full review

Kate Margareta year ago
Kate Margaret gave Flood Emergency Services a 5 star review

Urgent water damage saved new carpet and walls

I had significant water inundation in my unit. It needed urgent attention to avoid costly damage to new carpet and newly painted walls. FES… Read the full review

Warren Simpsona year ago
Warren Simpson gave Flood Emergency Services a 5 star review

Family home flooded and dried over weeks

At a time when we as a family were most vulnerable, these people arrived in 2 hours and were removing the water from our… Read the full review

Stephen Owena year ago
Stephen Owen gave Flood Emergency Services a 5 star review

Fast flood response prevented mould growth

Flood Emergency Services arrived within a few hours of us identifying a significant flood event in our home. This prevented further damage and contained… Read the full review

Ruth Harrisona year ago
Ruth Harrison gave Flood Emergency Services a 5 star review

Rooms extracted and dried at accommodation service

We used Flood Emergency Services twice at Our House accommodation service and they were excellent. They attended the site promptly and were able to… Read the full review

Alexander Quach4 months ago
Alexander Quach gave Flood Emergency Services a 5 star review

4am emergency flood, techs on-site within hours

The FES team were very quick to respond back to my 4am emergency call, with technicians getting to work a few hours in mitigating… Read the full review

Tri Pham9 months ago
Tri Pham gave Flood Emergency Services a 5 star review

Fast water extraction after business premises flooded

We recently engaged FES Group for water extraction after flooding on our premises, and their service was outstanding. They responded promptly, acted professionally, and… Read the full review

Yu Griffiths6 months ago
Yu Griffiths gave Flood Emergency Services a 5 star review

Drenched bedroom carpet dried out fast

This company is wonderful! Bill and the team assisted me with drying a wet bedroom in a short matter of time. The carpet was… Read the full review

IV10a year ago
IV10 gave Flood Emergency Services a 5 star review

Exceptional support from Bill and the office team

This flooding service is a must! They are professional and very helpful. Bill was exceptional, really helped me throughout the process which made things… Read the full review

Lily Ba week ago
Lily B gave Flood Emergency Services a 5 star review

Called back within minutes of an 8pm enquiry

Bill was beyond incredible. So responsive and informative, if anything like this ever happens again I'm definitely calling them back out to help. I… Read the full review

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