How to Handle Water Damage

Water damage at home can begin from a variety of issues. Wherever it starts, it can cause serious harm to the structure and stability inside. Porous surfaces like floors and walls are prone to mold and mildew growth after covered in water. If your property experiences water damage, call the experts at Paul Davis.

Before Our We Come to Your House

Before a Paul Davis pro appears, there are different measures you can do to make the job speed up. You need to move quickly to save the possessions in your home from water damage. Before cleaning, evaluate the any hazards in your property. It's no secret that water and electricity are a hazardous mixture, so search for electrical hazards on the premises before you begin cleanup. Uncovered wiring or wet electronics can pose a threat, even when appliances have been shut off. To ensure total safety, shut down all breakers and circuits around your property to avoid electrocution.

Getting Started

Water is a pervasive liquid that can seep into every nook and cranny in your house. Move all your smaller things to deter increased water damage. Use a dry, flat surface to lay books, magazines and other paper items. Newspaper and other inked items should be placed on a dry, flat surface. This also includes little tabletop items, such as lamps and knickknacks. Once you've removed handheld items, newspaper and any other dampened materials, the cleaning can begin. To dry your house, use fans or your AC system. Let the specialists dry the big damage. Though you may want to try, do not use a regular home vacuum to clean water. These appliances aren't designed to clean up puddles of water. When you're ready to move furniture, raise up larger pieces such as heavy chairs onto wooden or cement blocks to above them above the wet areas. Fabrics and carpet are very heavy when soaked. All that additional weight makes rugs, leather goods and fur hard to move. This means when you must move a large fabric item, lift with caution. Hang clothing, draperies and other fabrics away from the flooded area to dry correctly. Depending on how much water damage your home takes on, you might not be able to save every item of fabric you own. The same water weight that affects carpets and rugs can hurt your home's foundation. Ceilings and floors may warp when they take on water weight, be sure to stay away from these hazards.

Why Paul Davis?

Professionals from Paul Davis are experienced with flooding. But with a little prep work from homeowners, the water damage can be removed more quickly. We know how to return your home back to normal efficiently and quickly. Our technicians are experienced and have worked with all types of water damage in all kinds of residential and business spaces. Furthermore, Paul Davis will work with your insurance company to settle your claims quickly, so you can return to normal.