Water Damage Emergency Tips

What you can do until help arrives

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A Few Do's and Don'ts

Water damage can come as a shock. At the first signs of water damage, keep in mind these water damage tips:

• Do not turn any ceiling fixtures or lights if water is dripping from the light base. 
• Do not reconstruct or cover wood and other wet materials until the moisture content has been adequately reduced.
• Aim to start removing water and drying the environment within 48 hours to lessen the severity of a water loss.
• Call SERVPRO at the first signs of a water loss.

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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.