How To Manage Water Damage In Your Home

By Author: Desiree Harvey
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From torrential flooding to minor household leaks and heavy rains, an excess of water can do a lot of damage to your home and possessions when untreated. If you experience water damage in your home, here are some water damage control tips to help reduce damages and increase your chances of bouncing back.

Find the water source and cut it off
The first thing you should do in the event of running water or a leak is to shut off the source of water. The less water you have to deal with the easier it will be to manage. Also, many insurance companies won’t cover damage done if a leak continues for too long. Any claims made may be rejected due to “negligence”, so be as proactive as you can. Cleaning up water leaks early can save you lots of time and effort later.

Disconnect the power
Active electronics can be extremely dangerous next to large bodies of water. Disconnect the power and unplug any electronics that are at risk ONLY if you are safe to do so. Move any furniture away from the water if you are able to, which mitigates water damage done. If you are concerned about your carpet, pull it up and roll ...
... up your rugs to keep them as dry as possible. You may be able to save your carpet, but it will be much harder to save the underpadding. If you need emergency carpet cleaning and repair services, contact a professional.

Remove the water
Now that you’ve stopped the water flow and cleared the area, it's time to get rid of the water. If you don’t have a source of power, then you’ll need to rely on towels, buckets, sponges and mops to soak up all the water. You can dispose of this water in your lawn or local sewer drain. If you do have power, a wet/dry vacuum can work wonders. If there is a lot of water around, be very careful of where you plug it in, and don’t use an extension cord if you want to avoid possible short outs. DO NOT use a regular vacuum cleaner, they are not designed for liquids and you’ll likely damage it.

Dry the area & disinfect
Now that you’ve removed as much water as you can, it's time to dry up the area. Open windows for better air circulation and use fans and dehumidifiers to help speed up the drying process. Getting your surfaces dry will help reduce potential mould and bacteria buildup. Once everything is dry, use a quality disinfectant to remove bacteria and wipe all affected surfaces to help remove and prevent mould buildup.

Recovering from water damage is always easier when you react as soon as you spot trouble. For emergency water removal and water damage restoration services, contact a professional water removalist today.

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