Container homes are becoming increasingly popular throughout Buckeye, AZ, thanks to their durability, modern design, and sustainable construction. However, when water damage occurs inside a container home, the restoration process can be more complex due to the structure’s metal framing, insulated walls, and concealed beams. Recently, our team at Buckeye Water Damage Services responded to a water damage emergency inside a container home where moisture had become trapped inside the ceiling beams.
Identifying Water Inside the Ceiling Beams
Our technicians began the job with a full moisture inspection to locate hidden water pockets. Using moisture meters and thermal imaging cameras, we determined that water had seeped into the ceiling beams, an area that cannot be dried effectively with standard equipment alone. When moisture becomes trapped inside structural beams—especially in metal-framed container homes—it can lead to long-term issues such as mold, rust, wood deterioration, and insulation damage.
To address the moisture inside the beams quickly and effectively, our team implemented an advanced injection drying system.
Using Injection Drying for a Precise and Efficient Solution
To access the interior of the beams without causing unnecessary damage, we drilled half-inch holes along the length of the affected beam sections. Each hole allowed us to insert the specialized nozzles from our injection-drying kit, which was connected directly to high-velocity air movers.
Injection drying works by forcing dry, pressurized air into enclosed cavities, allowing moisture to escape rapidly and evenly. This method is ideal for container homes and other structures where water becomes trapped behind layers of building materials. According to the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) guidelines—available here:
https://iicrc.org/water-damage-restoration/ —this type of targeted drying helps prevent demolition while ensuring structural components dry completely and safely.
Throughout the process, our technicians monitored moisture levels daily to ensure the beams were drying properly. By day three, moisture readings had returned to a safe, stable level.
Minimizing Damage While Maximizing Results
One of the benefits of injection drying is the ability to dry internal cavities without removing large sections of material. The only necessary openings were the small half-inch holes, which are easily patched once drying is complete. This approach saved the homeowner time, money, and unnecessary construction repairs.
Additionally, we set up dehumidifiers, air movers, and containment barriers to control indoor humidity and protect surrounding areas from cross-contamination—an important step recommended by the EPA’s water damage guidelines:
https://www.epa.gov/mold/water-damage-mold
Restoring the Home and Providing Peace of Mind
Once the beams were completely dry, we sealed and patched the access points, cleaned the affected areas, and confirmed that no additional moisture remained. The homeowner was extremely relieved to know the structure was restored without invasive demolition.
At Buckeye Water Damage Services, we specialize in both standard and advanced drying techniques for homes of all types—including modern structures like container homes. Whether water affects ceilings, walls, beams, or hidden cavities, our team has the tools and experience to restore your space safely and efficiently.
If you experience water damage in Buckeye, AZ, contact us for fast, reliable, and professional restoration services.