Water Damage & Flood Damage Safety Tips

5/19/2014 (Permalink)

Fernandina Beach, Yulee, North Jacksonville Water & Flood Damage Safety Tips

Safety Tips When Water Damage Occurs:

DO

• Shut off water source if possible
• Remove as much water as possible by mopping and blotting the saturated areas
• Wipe furniture to remove excess water
• Place aluminum foil between legs and wet carpet
• Prop up wet furniture cushions for even drying
• Lift drapes off flooring, loop through a coat hanger and hang on curtain rod
• Move valuable paintings, art objects and photos to a safe dry place
• Open closet doors, furniture drawers and luggage to aid in drying
• Remove wet area rugs
• Remove any wet fabrics and dry immediately
• Hang furs and leather goods to dry separately at room temperature

Do Not

• Use your household vacuum to remove excess water
• Use electrical appliances while standing on wet flooring or carpets
• Go into any room where the ceiling is sagging
• Wait to call professional help. The longer you wait the more damage will occur

Call SERVPRO® at the first sign of water damage at (904) 729-2401 to prevent any further damage and make it "Like it never even happened".