What to Do until SERVPRO arrives

12/21/2021 (Permalink)

What to do until help arrives:

After any water damage situation, your primary focus should be safety:

• Is it safe to stay in the house?
• Electrical and slipping hazards are some of the most prevalent concerns.
• Avoid any activities that are not safe.
• Wet materials are EXTREMELY heavy. Be careful!

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:

• Do not leave wet fabrics in place. Hang furs and leather goods.
• Do NOT leave books, magazines or other colored items on wet carpet or floors.
• Do not use your household vacuum to remove water.
• Do not use television or other household appliances.
• Leave ceiling fixtures off, and stay out of rooms where ceilings are sagging.

SERVPRO of Milton/Braintree will be there fast with the help you need. Give us a call at 781-980-7060.