Flood and Water Damage Treatments

Flood damage in your home can stem from several issues. Wherever it begins, it can cause serious harm to the infrastructure and stability indoors. Floors, walls and other surfaces are prone to harboring mold and mildew if untreated after water damage. If your home takes on water damage, contact the professionals at Paul Davis.

Getting Ready for the Professionals

There are other ways to ready the flooded area before Paul Davis restoration professionals arrive. You need to work quickly to salvage the possessions in your home from water damage. First, assess the condition of your home. We all know that water and electricity are hazardous together, so look for electrical hazards around your home before you act. Even if it appears safe, steer clear of items like televisions, microwaves or any household appliances. To ensure total safety, turn off all breakers and circuits in your home to avoid electrocution.

Salvaging Possessions and your Home

Water is a persistent substance that can dampen every corner of your property. Relocate all your small items to deter increased water damage. Paper and inked items like newspapers need a dry, flat area. Small lamps, collectibles and other tabletop items should also be removed. You can begin cleaning as soon as you've moved books, small items and other dampened materials. Move air around your house with fans to dry the floors, walls and other surfaces. Let the professionals handle the big messes. Though you may want to try, don't use a standard home vacuum cleaner to remove water. Incorrect use of these appliances can be harmful to you and harm the vacuum. To avoid further water damage, use wooden or cement props to elevate sofas above the floor. Fabrics and carpet become heavier when soaked. The extra weight makes leather goods, fur and rugs hard to lift. This means when you have to remove a large fabric item, proceed with caution. Hang draperies, clothing and other fabrics away from the affected area to dry properly. Depending on the severity of water damage in your home, you may not be able to save every piece of fabric you own. The same water weight that affects carpets and rugs can damage your home's foundation. Ceilings and floors can bend when they absorb too much water weight, be sure to stay away from these hazards.

Why You Should Call Paul

Water damage is no match for the Paul Davis team. But with a little prep work from you, we can begin treating the flooding faster. We know how to get your home back to normal efficiently and quickly. Our experts are knowledgeable and have worked with severe, moderate and small amounts of water damage in a range of residential and commercial properties. Furthermore, Paul Davis helps you with your insurance company to settle your claims effectively, so you can get life back to normal.