Water Damage in your Home

Flood damage in your home can come from several sources. Wherever it comes from, it can cause severe harm to the structure and fixtures indoors. Floors, walls and other surfaces are especially vulnerable to mold and mildew growth if untreated after flood damage. If your property experiences water damage, contact the experts from Paul Davis.

Getting Ready for the Professionals

It can be hard not to try and fix the leak yourself. That said, we recommend leaving the work up to the experts. However, there are some ways to clean before the restoration professionals arrive. You need to move quickly to salvage the possessions in your home from water damage.

Be sure your property is safe to enter. Deactivate all electronics and breakers around your property to avoid electrocution. It may sound overly careful, but flooded appliances can be dangerous when exposed to water.

First Things First

A severe flood in your home can leave everything you own dampened. Remove all your small possessions to avoid more water damage. Level, sturdy surfaces are ideal for airing out books, magazines and other paper materials. This also includes small tabletop things, such as lamps and collectibles. Once you’ve removed handheld items, paper items and any other wet materials, you can begin cleaning.

To dry your home, use several fans. Leave the larger spills for the experts, but you can wipe and mop surface spots. Though you may want to try, don’t use a normal home vacuum to remove water. Standard vacuums aren’t equipped to suck up puddles of water. Once the room is clear of smaller items, use wooden and cement blocks to elevate heavy chairs above the floor.

Fabrics and carpet take on weight when soaked. The additional weight makes fur, rugs and leather goods difficult to move. If you need to remove a rug, proceed with caution. Hang clothing, draperies and other fabrics away from the affected area to dry thoroughly. Remember that water damage can affect such items permanently, so you might not be able to salvage them.

Water treats your property’s structure the same way it affects carpets and rugs. Because of this, stay away from sinking ceilings or warped floors. Areas like these have likely absorbed large amounts of water and could fall under weight.

Why You Should Call Paul

Specialists from Paul Davis are experienced with flooding. But with a little prep work from you, we can get to work immediately. We know how to get your home back to normal safely and quickly. Our pros are knowledgeable and have worked with severe, moderate and small amounts of water damage in a range of residential and business properties. Additionally, Paul Davis negotiates with your insurance company to settle your claims quickly, so you can return to normal.