Reversing Water Damage

From faulty washing machines to broken pipes, water damage changes in origin and severity. If left unchecked, water damage can deteriorate the foundation of your home. Floors, walls and other surfaces are susceptible to fungal growth after taking on water. Our professionals at Paul Davis are the ones to call when your property experiences water damage.

Preparing for the Experts

Before a Paul Davis service master arrives, there are several steps you can do to help make the job speed up. From the floors, walls, ceiling, and your prized things, it's important to work quickly to postpone water damage in your home. First, evaluate the safety of your home. It's no secret that water and electricity are dangerous together, so look for electrical hazards on the premises before you act. Even if it appears in-tact, don't use items like televisions, microwaves or other household appliances. To ensure total safety, shut down all breakers and circuits around your property to prevent electrocution.

First Things First

A serious flood in your home can leave everything dampened. To prevent water damage from harming small items, relocate them first. Even, sturdy surfaces are best for drying books, magazines and other paper materials. This also includes small tabletop items, such as lamps and knickknacks. The big work begins when you've moved magazines and other small items. To dry your property, use fans or air conditioning. Soak up water from wooden furniture or smaller surfaces. Though you may want to try, you should never use a normal home vacuum cleaner to remove water. Improper use of these tools can be hazardous to you and harm the vacuum. When you're ready to move furniture, stack furnishings such as sofas and heavy chairs using wooden and cement blocks to elevate them off the floor. Carpet and fabrics are very heavy when exposed to water. The extra weight makes fur, rugs and leather goods difficult to dry. This means when you have to move a rug, lift with caution. Hang draperies, clothing and other fabrics away from the affected area to dry thoroughly. Pieces such as wet fabrics might not be easily saved. The same water weight that damages carpets and rugs can hurt your home's structure. Because of this, avoid drooping ceilings or warped floors. Areas like these have likely absorbed large amounts of water and could collapse around you.

Paul Davis Restoration

Paul Davis pros are experienced with flooding. And with a some assistance from our customers, the water damage will be removed more quickly. We can get your house back to normal safely and quickly. Our pros have worked in a variety of flood conditions in a range of residential and business properties. Additionally, Paul Davis negotiates with your insurance company to settle your claims quickly, so you can return to normal.