Flood and Water Damage Treatments

Water damage at home can begin from several sources. If neglected, water damage can hurt the structure of your home. Floors, walls and other surfaces are especially vulnerable to mold and mildew growth if untreated after water damage. If your home experiences water damage, get the professionals from Paul Davis.

Preparing for the Professionals

It can be tempting to try and fix the water damage yourself. That said, it's best to leave the heavy lifting up to the professionals. However, there are some things you can do before the Paul Davis crew arrives. You need to move quickly to save the possessions in your home from water damage. First, make sure your home is safe to enter. Turn off all electronics and breakers around your house to avoid electrocution. It may sound overly careful, but dampened appliances can be harmful when exposed to water.

Saving Items & your Home

A serious home flood can leave all your items dampened. Move all your small things to deter increased water damage. Paper and inked items like books need a dry, stable area. Don't forget lamps and other shelf items either. The cleaning can begin once you've relocated paper material, small items and other damp materials. Fans and air conditioning circulate air around your home and start drying the area. Let the specialists dry the big messes. Though you may want to try, never use a normal home vacuum to clean water. Improper use of these appliances can be harmful to you and harm the vacuum. Once the room is clear of smaller items, use wooden and cement blocks to raise sofas above the floor. Carpet and fabrics become heavier when soaked. All that extra weight makes fur, rugs and leather goods difficult to move. If you must remove a large fabric item, proceed carefully. Hang draperies, clothing and other fabrics away from the flooded area to dry thoroughly. Keep in mind that water damage can affect such items permanently, so you might not be able to salvage them. In serious flooding situations, the extra water weight can hurt the structural integrity of your house. Because of this, do not go near sagging ceilings or bowed floors. Areas like these have likely absorbed large amounts of water and could collapse around you.

Paul Davis Restoration

Experts from Paul Davis are experts on water damage. But with a little prep work from homeowners, we can begin reversing the flooding faster. We will return your property back to normal safely and quickly. Our specialists have restored a range of flood conditions in a range of home and business spaces. Furthermore, Paul Davis helps you with your insurance company to settle your claims quickly, so you can return to normal.