Handling Water Damage

From malfunctioning dishwashers to broken pipes, water damage varies in origin and scale. If neglected, water damage can hurt the stability of your property. Wooden surfaces and drywall are susceptible to fungal growth after taking on water. If your property takes on water damage, contact the experts at Paul Davis.

Preparing for the Professionals

Before a Paul Davis service master arrives, there are a few easy things you can do to help make the job speed up. From the floors, walls, ceiling, and your favorite possessions, it's crucial to work quickly to postpone water damage in your home. Before starting, assess the any hazards in your property. It's no secret that water and electricity are hazardous together, so inspect the area for electrical hazards on the premises before you act. Uncovered wires or wet electronics can present a danger, even when appliances have been shut off. Shut down all breakers and circuits to avoid electrocution and ensure total safety.

Getting Started

Water gets into everything. To prevent water damage from destroying small possessions, relocate them first. Paper and inked things like newspapers need a flat, dry surface. This includes small tabletop things, such as lamps and collectibles. Once you've removed small items, paper items and any other wet materials, you can begin cleaning. To start the drying process, try using air movers or air conditioning throughout your home to push air around the area. Let the specialists handle the big damage. Though you may want to try, you should not use a normal home vacuum to remove water. The average vacuum isn't equipped to clean up pools of water. Once the room is clear of smaller items, use wooden or cement props to elevate heavy chairs away from the floor. Water adds weight to surfaces, carpets, and fabrics. This extra weight makes fur, rugs and leather goods hard to move. This means when you have to move a rug, proceed with caution. Hang clothing, draperies and other fabrics away from the flooded area to dry properly. Things such as these might not be saved easily. In serious flooding situations, the extra water weight can damage the structural integrity of your home. Ceilings and floors will warp when they take on water weight, be sure to stay away from these areas.

Paul Davis Restoration

Paul Davis contractors know water damage. And with a some help from our customers, we can begin working right away. We will return your home back to normal safely and quickly. Our experts are experienced and have worked with varying degrees of water damage in all kinds of home and commercial spaces. Additionally, Paul Davis negotiates with your insurance company to settle your claims effectively, so you can return to normal.