After a flood, letting water sit can cause serious irreversible damage. Usually caused by a burst pipe, frozen main or stormwater. Water damage restoration is not as simple as it seems and it should only be left for a professional restoration company. With special equipment, flood repair companies can quickly remove the dirty standing water to begin the drying process.
Shutting down the main water supply
Shut off the main water supply to prevent further damage and keep the level away from as many electrical appliances as possible.
Disconnect any electrical appliances
Any amount of water flooding above 1 inch should be carefully managed. The first thing that must be done is to turn the main power off. This helps to reduce any chance that you, your family or our IICRC Certified Clean-up team do not get injured while on site.
Remove the water
Once you have moved appliances and electrical and shut down the power supply, it’s important to remove any standing water. You can use buckets, cups & bowls to remove the water and drain it outside the house while mops and towels can be used to soak up any remaining water.
Drying
Use fans and a dehumidifier to quickly dry any affected areas. Make sure to get in behind any baseboards and door trims. Drywall and wood studs will wick and hold moisture for a very long time. If left without moving air, mold will start to grow.
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