If your house gets flooded or you experience water damage in certain areas, there are steps you need to take in order to minimize the damage and stop things from getting worse. We’ve had years of experience with cleaning up floods and dealing with homes that have had the misfortune of obtaining a lot of water damage, so we have come up with a list of things to help you if you find yourself in this situation.
Before entering the affected area:
- Turn off the power
- Attempt to locate the source of water and shut it off if possible
- Use caution when walking on wet floors
Once the area has been secured:
- Remove as much water as possible by mopping and blotting
- Wipe furnishings dry
- Block furnishings with pieces of wood or Styrofoam
- Be careful not to place anything with dye or color against damp surfaces as they may bleed
- Lift any window treatments off carpet, loop through a non-metal coat hanger and hang on drapery rod
- Remove wet area rugs or other floor coverings
- Move photos, paintings, and art to a safe, dry area
- Open furniture drawers, closet doors, and luggage to enhance drying
- Remove damp books from shelves and spread out to dry
Important DO NOT’S with water damage:
- Never use an ordinary household vacuum to remove water
- Never use electrical appliances while on wet floors
- Never go into rooms withstanding water if the electricity is on
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