What do I do??

6/5/2017 (Permalink)

One of the most common questions during a water damage is “what do I need to do until help arrives?”  Here a few Do’s and Don’ts when it comes to water damage.

Do’s:

• Contact your local restoration company as soon as possible
• Remove as much excess water as possible by shop vacuum, mopping or blotting
• Wipe excess water from around wood furniture after removal of lamps and table top items
• Remove and prop up wet upholstery items such as cushions for even drying
• Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpet
• In the summer, turn on HVAC unit to maximize drying
• Remove colored rugs from wall to wall carpeting areas to minimize staining
• Pick up loose items, such as toys and clothes,  to allow maximum air to reach the wet areas

Don’ts:

• Leave fabrics wet in place, dry them as soon as possible
• Hang furs and leather goods to dry separately at room temperature
• Leave books, magazines or other colored items on wet floors
• Use your household vacuum to remove water
• Use TV’s or other household appliances while standing on wet floors
• Turn on ceiling fans to help with drying if the ceiling has been wet
• Keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging from retained water