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Water Damage Tips

3/27/2017 (Permalink)

If you have a water damage from a clean source such as water supply lines, sink overflows, tub overflows, or appliance malfunctions, here are some things to do before SERVPRO arrives.




  • Shut off the source of the water.




  • Turn off circuit breakers for wet areas of the building if the access panel is safe from electrical shock.




  • Remove as much excess water as possible by mopping and blotting




  • Wipe excess water from wood furniture after removing lamps and tabletop items




  • Remove and prop up wet upholstery cushions for even drying




  • Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting




  • Remove to a safe, dry place any paintings, art objects, computers, documents and other materials that are valuable or sensitive to moisture.




  • Use wooden clothespins to keep furniture skirting off damp floors



  • Hang draperies with coated hangers to avoid contact with wet carpeting or floors

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