North Alabama

256-908-8484

South Alabama

251-655-1131
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North Alabama

256-908-8484

South Alabama

251-655-1131
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Document Restoration in North Alabama & South Alabama

At Special Touch Restoration, we restore documents, books, and media damaged by fire, smoke, and water disasters or accidents. Our prompt removal of destructive elements like soot, mold, and water eliminates lingering residue, buildup, and odors. This aids in effective document cleaning and restoration and delivers best results for hard copy and electronic media documents. We specialize in recovering various types of documents, including photos, standard paper, and other media with our advanced restoration technology. Don't give up on damaged documents. See if we have the solutions you need. Call or contact us online to reach a Special Touch Restoration documents restoration expert.

256-908-8484

What Our Professional Document Restoration Involves

At Special Touch, our document restoration involves repairing and conserving books, manuscripts, periodicals, and digitally stored documents if restoration is determined to be possible. We preserve historical, sentimental, or other document value, and attempt to improve legibility if possible. Our professionals specialize in restoring old documents, keeping vital information intact, and making documents safe for future use and viewing.

Our Approach to Effective Document Restoration

We prioritize document authenticity, offering thorough recovery services to help businesses restore and safeguard essential records.

Most Reliable Restoration Process

  • Document Sorting: Organizing documents by damage severity features the drying and restoration process.
  • Drying Process: Moisture removal prevents mold, mildew, and bacterial contamination from worsening the damage.
  • Restoration Treatments: We use chemical solutions to eliminate mold, bacteria, and stains, preserving the integrity of your documents.

Tools We Use

  • Microbial Disinfecting: Eliminates harmful bacteria and microorganisms from affected items.
  • Deodorizing: Neutralizes unpleasant odors, leaving restored items fresh and clean.
  • Sanitizing: Ensures items are free from contaminants for safe handling.
  • Ultrasonic Separation: Breaks down debris and contaminants using advanced soundwave technology.

Types of Documents We Restore

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We've helped recover countless cherished and significant records in North Alabama and South Alabama. Understanding the irreplaceable value of these items, we emphasize the importance of professional restoration and recovery. Some documents we restore include:

  • Books
  • Passports
  • Parchment
  • Birth and death certificates
  • Marriage licenses
  • Ledgers, Bank Paperwork
  • Census/court records
  • Historical documents
  • X-Rays
  • Files, magazines, and manuscripts
  • Drawings, maps, plans, and blueprints
  • Archives, special collections, and library materials
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Document Restoration After Severe Flood & Fire Damage

Restoring water-damaged documents after a flood is possible with our desiccant air-drying systems. Air drying efficiently removes moisture from documents and preserves critical information, allowing for copying and reproduction. Freeze drying can even save books and notebooks affected by water damage.

During a fire, smoke and soot damage affects documents. Document restoration technicians use pure latex rubber sponges to clean soot, employing gentle sweeping techniques from the center outwards to restore the documents to their original condition.

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More of Our Effective Contents Restoration Options in Huntsville

Black mold grows in damp, warm areas and causes serious health risks like respiratory issues and skin irritation. It also stains walls, peels paint, and damages structures. Our black mold remediation services protect your health and restore your property. Our skilled team specializes in restoring antiques and artwork with careful handling to preserve their historical and artistic value. Trust us to maintain the freshness of your treasures.

From electronics repair and data recovery to restoring vital documents, we offer complete solutions to salvage both your devices and important paper records after disaster damage. Our team provides expert clothing restoration services, addressing water damage, fire damage mold growth and more to bring your garments back to life.

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Protect Your Commercial Documents With Our Storage Services

We assist home business or commercial property owners with with on-site and off-site storage for business documents. With either option, protect your important documents against potential water damage:

  • Off-Site Storage: Keeps documents safe from water damage by storing them at a secure external facility and greatly reducing overall risks.
  • On-Site Storage: Store documents in waterproof, fire-resistant containers within your business premises to prevent damage.
  • Professional Document Recovery: If a disaster strikes, experts can recover your documents and save critical information your business needs to maintain operations.

Call Us Now for Vital Document Restoration and Peace of Mind in Athens

Choose Special Touch Restoration, and choose a company with over 30 years of restoration experience. As a locally owned and operated business, we serve cities across North and South Alabama with the highest quality and care. Our A+ BBB rating and Google Guarantee reflect our dedication to quality and customer satisfaction. We simplify your insurance claim process with expert guidance, efficient paperwork handling, and dedicated support.

We offer 24/7 emergency services for disasters, with a response time 60 minutes or less after you're able to contact us. For document restoration, we provide free inspections and estimates, leaving no stone unturned to bring them back. Don't write off your documents after water or fire damage if there's a chance we can assist in restoring them. Call or contact us online now to speak with a Special Touch documents cleaning or repair specialist.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to restore water damaged documents?

Professional restoration services can be your calling for safeguarding documents.

Can books be saved from smoke damage?

Our expert technicians save books and papers from smoke damage with the latest logistics.

How long does the document restoration process take?

Although the restoration process depends on the extent of the damage, our professionals are trained to restore as quick as possible.

Will document restoration remove odors?

Yes, our deodorizing techniques propel the mold smells to fade away.

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