Water damage in your home can stem from a range of places. No matter how it comes from, it can result in severe harm to the structure and stability inside. Wooden surfaces and drywall are particularly vulnerable to mold and mildew growth if untreated after flood damage. Our specialists at Paul Davis are the ones to talk to when your property needs water damage restoration.
Getting Ready for the Professionals
There are other ways to prepare the flooded area before Paul Davis specialists arrive. You need to move quickly to salvage the possessions in your home from water damage.
Before acting, you need to ensure your house is safe to enter. Your property becomes an unsafe place when exposed to water and electricity combined. Shut off the main breaker before entering your home. Even if they look safe, home appliances can be dangerous when touched by water.
First Things First
A severe flood in your home can leave everything wet. Remove all your smaller possessions to avoid more water damage. Level, sturdy areas are suitable for airing out books, magazines and other paper materials. Lamps, collectibles and additional tabletop items should also be removed. The cleaning can begin as soon as you’ve relocated books, small items and other wet materials.
To dry your house, use fans or air conditioning. Leave the larger messes for the professionals, but you can wipe and mop smaller spots. Though you may want to try, do not use a standard home vacuum cleaner to remove water. Incorrect use of these appliances can be hazardous to you and break the vacuum. To help the floor and furniture dry, use wooden or cement props to elevate furniture away from the floor.
Fabrics and carpet become heavier when soaked. All that additional weight makes leather goods, fur and rugs difficult to lift. If you need to remove a rug, lift carefully. Hang draperies, clothing and other fabrics away from the soaked area to dry thoroughly. Keep in mind that water damage can affect such items permanently, so you might not be able to save them.
In severe flooding events, the additional water weight can affect the structural strength of your property. Because of this, stay away from sinking ceilings or warped floors. These areas have likely absorbed the most water and could fall under weight.
Paul Davis Restoration
Paul Davis technicians are experienced with flooding. But with a little prep work from you, we can begin reversing the damage faster. We can restore your house back to normal efficiently and quickly. Our professionals have restored a range of flood conditions in a range of residential and business spaces. Furthermore, Paul Davis works with your insurance company to settle your claims quickly, so you can return to normal.
