When Water Damage Strikes

7/5/2022 (Permalink)

The first 24 hours following a water loss are the most important. Below are emergency water damage tips to follow:

• Shut off the water source if possible or contact a qualified party to stop the water source.
• Turn off circuit breakers for wet areas of the building when access to the power distribution panel is safe from electrical shock.
• Remove as much excess water as possible by mopping and blotting.
• Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
• Move any paintings, art objects, computers, documents, and other sensitive valuables to a dry place.
• Don't enter affected areas if electrical outlets, switches, circuit breakers, or electrical equipment are exposed to water. Always avoid electrical shock hazards.
• Don't use your household vacuum cleaner to remove water; this could cause electrical shock or damage to the vacuum cleaner.
• Don't turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet or enter rooms where ceilings are sagging from retained water.

For more information on recovering from water damage, call SERVPRO of Lockport/Lemont/Homer Glen, 708-301-4200 and make it "Like it never even happened."