Flood and Water Damage Treatments

Flood damage in your home can begin from several sources. If neglected, water damage can deteriorate the stability of your home. Porous surfaces like floors and walls are particularly vulnerable to fungal invasion after covered in water. Our specialists at Paul Davis are the experts to talk to when your home or business needs water damage restoration.

Getting Ready for the Experts

Before a Paul Davis service master arrives, there are several steps you can do to make the restoration faster. To save everything in your home from water damage, it's necessary to act quickly. The first step to take is to assess the condition of your home. We all know that water and electricity are dangerous together, so inspect the area for electrical hazards on the premises before you start cleanup. Even when shut off, bare wiring or wet electronics can be a threat. To ensure total safety, shut down all breakers and circuits around your property to avoid electrocution.

First Things First

Water is a persistent substance that can seep into every part of your home. To prevent water damage from harming small items, relocate them first. Paper and inked items like newspapers need a dry, level area. Do not forget light fixtures and other tabletop pieces either. Once you've removed smaller items, books and any other damp materials, you can begin cleaning. To start the drying process, use air movers and air conditioning in your house to push air around the area. Soak up all minor pools and standing water with a wet mop and towels. Though you may want to try, don't use a standard home vacuum cleaner to remove water. Improper use of these tools can be harmful to you and break the vacuum. If your furniture has been affected, use wooden and cement props to lift sofas off the floor. Carpet and fabrics are typically heavy when wet. The extra weight makes fur, rugs and leather goods difficult to move. If you must remove a large fabric item, lift carefully. Hang draperies, clothing and other fabrics away from the affected area to dry correctly. Items such as wet fabrics might not be easily saved. 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. These areas have likely absorbed the most water and could crumble under weight.

Why Call Paul?

Paul Davis service masters are experienced with flooding. And with a some help from you, the water damage can be treated more quickly. We work hard to restore your house back to normal efficiently and quickly. Our experts have worked with a variety of flood conditions in different kinds of home and business properties. Additionally, Paul Davis works with your insurance company to settle your claims promptly, so you can return to normal.