Dehumidification and Power after Water Damage at Building in Wisconsin

After heavy Midwest storms soaked the interior of a residential building, the restoration team contacted Garrett McKenzie for rapid drying support. Our technicians mobilized quickly with a 5,000 CFM desiccant dehumidifier and a 100 kW generator to stabilize the site and begin the drying process without delay.

 

The Situation

A strong storm swept across Illinois and Wisconsin, flooding parts of a residential property and leaving large areas of the interior saturated with water. Building staff called their restoration contractor, who immediately reached out to Garrett McKenzie for a high-capacity desiccant dehumidifier rental and the temporary power required to run it.

 

The Response

The call arrived in the morning and carried a clear sense of urgency. The GM team selected the right equipment sizes and accessories based on discussions with the restoration crew. A crane truck was loaded with the DH 5000 unit, and the generator was secured to a tow vehicle. Another technician gathered tools, ducting, lay-flat, and power distribution gear. Within hours, the team was en route to the project location.

 

The Execution

Upon arrival, the crew unhooked the generator and used the crane truck to place the dehumidifier in the tight equipment footprint available on site. After connecting the dehumidifier to the generator, technicians ran lay-flat ducting through the interior.

Less than five hours after the initial call, the building was receiving dry air and recovery work had started.

 

The Result

The equipment ran continuously for one week. The building interior dried quickly due to the high-volume airflow of the desiccant dehumidifier. Restoration crews completed their work to the satisfaction of both the building staff and residents. All equipment was removed once the structure was confirmed dry and stable.

 

 

Job Site Challenges

Fast response required

Limited space for equipment placement

Crane placement needed due to tight access

 

 

Equipment Provided

1 × 5,000 CFM desiccant dehumidifier

Lay-flat ducting and accessories

1 × 100 kW generator

Power distribution cable and accessories

Crane truck and service vehicle for transport

 

 

Why Choose Garrett McKenzie

Garrett McKenzie provides rapid drying, temporary power, and climate control solutions for restoration contractors across the country. Our fleet and field teams are built for emergency response at any scale.

 

 

We support restoration partners with:

Desiccant and LGR dehumidifier rentals

Generator rentals up to 2,000 kW

Temporary heating and cooling systems

Power distribution panels, transformers, and cable

Skilled technicians for equipment setup and management

Nationwide transport with crane support

 

 

Why Restoration Contractors Choose Garrett McKenzie

At Garrett McKenzie, we specialize in rapid-response restoration support across the country. Our fleet and field technicians are trained for emergency conditions and large-loss environments. We provide dependable temporary power, climate control equipment, and on-site technical support to help restoration crews keep projects moving in any season.

 

 

Our capabilities include:

Generators from 17 kW to 2,000 kW with full distribution systems

Desiccant and LGR dehumidifiers for large-scale drying

Temporary heating and cooling equipment

Transport-ready fleet including crane trucks and rapid-deployment trailers

Experienced technicians for sizing, setup, monitoring, and breakdown

Direct communication and 24/7/365 emergency service

 

 

 

Partner With Garrett McKenzie

When time is critical and conditions are unpredictable, Garrett McKenzie rolls heavy and delivers results.

 

 

 

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