Responding to Water Damage

From broken washing machines to broken roofs, water damage changes in source and intensity. Wherever it begins, it can result in serious harm to the infrastructure and stability indoors. Porous surfaces like floors and walls are prone to mold and mildew growth after taking on water. Our professionals at Paul Davis are the experts to reach when your home or business takes on water damage.

Before The Paul Davis Arrive

It can be tempting to try and fix the leak yourself. That said, it's best to leave the heavy lifting up to the experts. However, there are some measures you can take before the Paul Davis crew arrives. From the floors, walls, ceiling, and your favorite things, it's important to take action quickly to avoid water damage in your home. Make sure your house is in a safe condition to enter before beginning work. The dangerous blend of water and electricity makes a dampened home an unsafe place to enter. Turn off the main breaker before stepping into your home. Even if they look safe, home appliances can deliver a powerful shock when touched by water.

First Things First

Water is a pervasive substance that can soak into every corner of your home. Once your home is safe to enter, move all your possessions. Paper and inked things like books need a dry, stable area. Lamps, collectibles and other tabletop items should also be removed. The big work begins when you've relocated magazines and other small items. To start the drying process, we recommend air movers or air conditioning throughout your home to push air around the area. Leave the larger spills for the specialists, however, you can wipe or mop surface spots. Though you may want to try, never use a standard home vacuum to clean water. This can damage the appliance or hurt you if incorrectly used. To help the floor and furniture dry, use wooden or cement props to raise heavy chairs above the floor. Water adds weight to surfaces, carpets, and fabrics. The additional weight makes fur, rugs and leather goods difficult to dry. This means when you need to remove a carpet, proceed carefully. Hang clothing, draperies and other fabrics away from the wet area to dry properly. Items such as these might not be saved easily. Water damages your home's structure in a similar way it affects rugs and carpets. Floors and ceilings will bend when they absorb too much water weight, be sure to avoid these areas.

Why Call Paul?

Paul Davis contractors know water damage. And with a some assistance from homeowners, the water damage can be removed faster. We will get your property back to normal efficiently and quickly. Our technicians have worked in a range of flood conditions in a range of home and business spaces. Furthermore, Paul Davis helps you with your insurance company to settle your claims effectively, so you can return to normal.