CALL US 24 HOURS A DAY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE
1-877-255-5970
Emergency Tips for Water Damage
DO's:
Remove as much excess water as possible by mopping and blotting. Wipe as much excess water as possible from wood furniture after removal of lamps and table-top items.
Remove and prop up wet upholstery cushions for even drying (check for bleeding of color)
Place aluminum foil, china saucers or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting
Turn air conditioning on for maximum drying in summer; open windows to speed drying in winter
Remove oriental rugs or other colored rugs from wet wall-to-wall carpeting
Open drawers and cabinet doors for complete drying (Do not force open)
Remove valuable paintings and art objects to a safe place
Open suitcases and luggage to dry, in sunlight if possible
Punch small holes in sagging ceilings to relieve trapped water (Don't forget to place pans underneath) If possible, keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging
DONT'S:
Leave wet fabrics in place; dry as soon as possible
Leave books, magazines or other colored items on wet carpets or floors
Use your household vacuum to remove water
Use TV's or other appliances while standing on wet carpets or floors, especially not on wet concrete floors
Turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet