Flood and Water Damage Treatments

Water damage in your home can stem from a variety of sources. No matter where it begins, it can cause severe problems for the structure and fixtures indoors. Floors, walls and other surfaces are particularly vulnerable to fungal growth after covered in water. If your property experiences water damage, call the experts at Paul Davis.

Before the Pros Arrive

It can be tempting to try and fix the situation yourself. That said, we recommend leaving the work up to the pro. However, there are some things you can do before the restoration professionals arrive. From the floors, walls, ceiling, and your favorite possessions, it's crucial to act quickly to avoid water damage in your home. Before working, it is important to ensure your house is safe to enter. Your property becomes an unsafe place when exposed to water and electricity combined. Before walking into your home, turn off the main breaker. Even if they look harmless, home appliances can be dangerous when damaged by water.

First Things First

Water is a persistent liquid that can soak into every nook and cranny in your house. As soon as your property is safe to enter, move all your possessions. Paper and inked items like magazines need a dry, stable area. Do not forget lamps and other shelf things either. Once you've removed handheld items, books and other dampened materials, the cleaning can begin. To dry your house, use fans or your AC system. Soak up water from hard furniture and smaller surfaces. Though you may want to try, never use a normal home vacuum cleaner to clean water. Incorrect use of these tools can be dangerous to you and harm the vacuum. If your furniture has been affected, use wooden and cement blocks to lift heavy chairs and sofas above the floor. Carpet and fabrics are quite heavy when wet. All that additional weight makes leather goods, fur and rugs hard to dry. If you need to remove a large fabric item, proceed carefully. Hang clothing, draperies and other fabrics away from the affected area to dry thoroughly. Keep in mind that water damage can affect such items permanently, so you might not be able to salvage them. Your property's framework and floors aren't immune to water weight either. Because of this, stay away from sagging ceilings or warped floors. Areas like these have likely absorbed the most water and could crumble around you.

Why Paul Davis?

Water damage is no match for the Paul Davis team. And with a some help from our customers, the water damage can be treated more quickly. We can get your property back to normal efficiently and quickly. Our specialists have worked in a variety of flood conditions in all types of home and business spaces. Additionally, Paul Davis will work with your insurance company to settle your claims promptly, so you can get life back to normal.