Recovering from Water Damage

Water damage at home can stem from a variety of issues. No matter how it begins, it can cause severe harm to the structure and fixtures inside. Wooden surfaces and drywall are susceptible to fungal invasion if neglected after flood damage. The Paul Davis specialists are the experts to talk to when your home or business experiences water damage.

Getting Ready for the Experts

It can be tempting to try and fix the situation yourself. That said, it's best to leave the job up to the experts. However, there are some measures you can take before the restoration professionals arrive. You need to work quickly to salvage everything in your home from water damage. Don't enter your home unless it's safe. Your property becomes an unsafe place when exposed to water and electricity combined. Shut off the main breaker before stepping into your home. Even if they look harmless, home appliances can be dangerous when touched by water.

Getting Started

Water gets into everything. To prevent water damage from harming small possessions, move them them before large furniture. Level, dry areas are suitable for airing out books, magazines and other paper materials. This includes little tabletop things, such as lamps and knickknacks. Once you've moved small items, newspaper and other dampened materials, you can begin cleaning. To dry your property, use several fans. Leave the big spills for the experts, but you can wipe and mop surface spots. Though you may want to try, never use a standard home vacuum cleaner to remove water. This can damage the vacuum and harm you if improperly used. When you're ready to move furniture, raise up larger pieces such as sofas onto wooden and cement blocks to elevate them off the wet areas. Water adds weight to surfaces, carpets, and fabrics. This additional weight makes fur, rugs and leather goods difficult to dry. If you need to remove a carpet, proceed with caution. Hang clothing, draperies and other fabrics away from the wet area to dry correctly. Depending on the scale of water damage in your home, you may not be able to salvage every piece of fabric you own. Your home's framework and floors aren't impervious to water weight either. Floors and ceilings will bow when they take on water weight, be sure to stay away from these hazards.

Why You Should Call Paul

Water damage is no match for Paul Davis. And with a little prep work from you, we can begin working immediately. We will restore your home back to normal safely and quickly. Our pros have worked in a variety of flood conditions in a range of residential and commercial properties. Furthermore, Paul Davis negotiates with your insurance company to settle your claims promptly, so you can return to normal.