
Document Drying & Recovery
Water-damaged documents, photos, and books can often be saved with quick action. Our document recovery specialists in Yuba City, Oroville, and Chico stabilize, dry, and restore important papers, photographs, and books.
What Is Document Drying & Recovery?
Document recovery saves water-damaged papers, photographs, books, and records. Techniques include freeze-drying, air-drying, vacuum thermal drying, and cleaning to restore documents to usable condition.
Why Choose Us
- Saves irreplaceable documents
- Multiple drying methods
- Photograph restoration
- Book and record recovery
- Digitization services

Document Recovery Process
Stabilization
Freeze wet documents to prevent further damage.
Sorting
Prioritize documents by importance and salvageability.
Drying
Use appropriate drying method for document types.
Cleaning
Clean dried documents and remove residue.
Digitization
Scan and digitize documents for preservation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Real questions from Northern California homeowners
How quickly must wet documents be treated?
Within 48 hours ideally. We can freeze documents to stop degradation if immediate treatment isn't possible. Mold begins growing on wet paper within 48-72 hours.
Can water-damaged photos be saved?
Often yes, especially if treated quickly. We carefully separate stuck photos, clean them, and dry using specialized techniques. Some photos can be digitally enhanced.
What documents should be prioritized?
Prioritize irreplaceable documents: vital records, contracts, photos, and historical documents. We help sort and prioritize based on importance and condition.
Serving Northern California
Document Drying & Recovery available in these communities and surrounding areas
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Water Damage Emergency?
Don't wait—water damage worsens by the minute. Our emergency response team is available 24/7 to help you minimize damage and start restoration immediately.
24/7 Emergency Service
We respond day or night
Licensed & Insured
Professional certified technicians
Insurance Assistance
We work with all major insurers