Do's and Don'ts When Experiencing a Water Damage

6/17/2016 (Permalink)

Do:

• üRemove as much excess water as possible by mopping and blotting.

• ü   Wipe excess water from wood furniture after removal of lamps and table top items.

• ü   Remove and prop wet upholstery and pillow cushions for even drying.

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

• ü   Turn air conditioning on for maximum drying in summer.

• ü   Remove Oriental rugs or other colored rugs from wet wall-to-wall carpeting.

• ü   Remove valuable paintings and art objects to a safe, dry place.

• ü   Open and place luggage, in sunlight to dry, if possible.

• ü   Gather loose items, toys, etc. from floors.

• ü   Leave wet fabrics in place; dry as soon as possible. Hang furs and leather goods to dry separately at room temperature.

• ü   Leave books, magazines or other colored items on wet carpets or floors.

• ü   Use your household vacuum to remove water.

• ü   Use TVs or other household appliances while standing on wet carpets or floors, especially not on wet concrete floors.

• ü   Turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet, and keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging from retained water.