What are the water damage dos and donts?
Water Damage Do’s and Don’ts
Water Damage Do’s and Don’ts
Water damage cost rise substantially when prompt action is not taken in order to contain the damage. Waiting even a few hours in order to take care of your water damage properly will lead to extensive mold growth and irreversible damage!.
Do’s
• Make use of fans to move the air flow and aid drying.
• Remove as much water as feasible by mopping and blotting.
• Wipe furnishings dry.
• Raise curtains off carpeting, loop through a coat hanger, and place the hanger on the drapery rod.
• Prop up wet furniture cushions for even drying and place little wood blocks or aluminum foil under furniture legs.
• Get rid of wet area rugs or other floor coverings.
• Open furniture drawers, closet doors, and luggage to improve drying.
• Transfer photos, paintings, and art objects to a safe, dry site.
• Eliminate wet fabrics and dry all of them as quickly as feasible. Hang furs and leather goods to dry separately at room temperature.
• Remove damp books from shelves and spread out to dry out.
• If damage occurs while in a cool season, leave heat on; if in summer make use of an air conditioner if available.
Don’ts
• Do not make use of an regular household vacuum cleaner to remove water.
• Do not use electrical appliances while on wet carpet or wet floors.
• Do not go into locations with standing water if the electricity is still on.
• Do not raise tacked down carpet without having professional help. Lifting the carpet incorrectly could encourage shrinkage.
• Do not wait to call for professional help. Damage from the water and bacteria growth can begin within hours..
• Do not leave books, magazines, or any colored items on wet carpets or floors.
• Do not switch on ceiling fixtures (if ceiling is wet).
• Do not leave wet fabrics in place.