Water Damage Emergency Tips

What you can do until help arrives

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What you can do until help arrives

Emergency Water Damage Tips (These tips are for clean water situations only.)

  • Shut off the water source if possible. 
  • Remove excess water by mopping and blotting.
  • Remove and prop up wet upholstery cushions for even drying. 
  • Place aluminum foil or wood blocks under furniture legs. 
  • Hang furs and leather goods separately at room temperature.
  • Remove Oriental or other colored rugs from wet carpeting. 
  • Do not use a regular vacuum to remove water.
  • Do not turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet and keep out of areas where ceilings are sagging from retained water.
  • Do not leave books, magazines or other colored items on wet carpeting
  • Don't use television or other household appliances.


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WATER DAMAGE FROM CONTAMINATED WATER

  • Avoid all contact with sewage and items contaminated by sewage.
  • Wash your hands thoroughly after contact with contaminated items.
  • Don’t spread contaminated water by walking unnecessarily on damage or wet areas.
  • Don’t turn on the HVAC system if there is a possibility of spreading contaminated air.
  • Don’t use household fans to dry the structure and spread contaminants.
  • Don’t use products for personal hygiene and cleanliness if exposed to the contaminated areas.

Have A  Water Damage Emergency? Call (941) 365-4614

What To Do After Flooding

  • Remove excess water by mopping and blotting.
  • Wipe excess water from wood furniture after removal of lamps and tabletop items.
  • Remove and prop wet upholstery and cushions.
  • Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
  • Turn air conditioning on for maximum drying in summer.
  • Remove colored rugs from wet carpeting.
  • Remove art objects to a safe, dry place.
  • Gather loose items from floors.

What NOT To Do After Flooding

  • Don't leave wet fabrics in place. Hang furs and leather goods.
  • Don't leave books, magazines or other colored items on wet carpet or floors.
  • Don't use your household vacuum to remove water.
  • Don't use television or other household appliances.
  • Don't turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet, and keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging.