How to Handle Water Damage

Flood damage at home can begin from a variety of issues. If neglected, water damage can harm the structure of your property. Wooden surfaces and drywall are especially vulnerable to harboring mold and mildew when flood damage is left untreated. The Paul Davis specialists are the ones to reach when your property takes on water damage.

Before The Paul Davis Come to Your House

Before a Paul Davis technician appears, there are different measures you can do to help make the job faster. You need to move quickly to save the possessions in your home from water damage. First, make sure your property is safe to work in. Unplug all electronics and breakers around your home to avoid electrocution. It may sound overly cautious, but flooded appliances can be dangerous when exposed to water.

Saving Possessions & your Home

Water leaks into everything. When your home is safe to enter, move all your possessions. Even, sturdy surfaces are suitable for drying books, magazines and other paper materials. Don't forget lamps and other tabletop pieces either. The cleaning can begin as soon as you've moved magazines, small items and other damp materials. To dry your property, use fans or air conditioning. Dry water from wood furniture and smaller surfaces. Though you may want to try, you should not use a normal home vacuum to remove water. Improper use of these tools can be dangerous to you and break the vacuum. When you're ready to move furniture, stack furnishings such as heavy chairs using wooden or cement blocks to elevate them off the wet areas. Water adds weight to surfaces, carpets, and fabrics. All that additional weight makes leather goods, fur and rugs hard to dry. If you have to remove a large fabric item, proceed carefully. Hang clothing, draperies and other fabrics away from the affected area to dry properly. Depending on how much water damage your home takes on, you may not be able to save every item of fabric you own. The same water weight that affects carpets and rugs can damage your home's foundation. Ceilings and floors will bend when they absorb too much water weight, it's best to stay clear of these areas.

Why Paul Davis?

Experts from Paul Davis are experienced with flooding. And with a some help from homeowners, the water damage can be treated more quickly. We can get your house back to normal safely and quickly. Our technicians are experienced and have worked with severe, moderate and small amounts of water damage in all kinds of home and business properties. Furthermore, Paul Davis helps you with your insurance company to settle your claims promptly, so you can return to normal.