Emergency Water Damage Tips

DO THIS!

IDENTIFY the source of the incoming water and, if possible, stop it or call a professional to handle it.

TURN OFF all electrical appliances in and around the area affected by water to reduce electrical hazards.

REMOVE or elevate furniture off wet area to prevent permanent stains or rust marks from occurring

EMPTY OUT all closet floors, including shoes and cardboard boxes which could cause staining.

CALL US day or night to schedule an inspection or to begin emergency drying procedures

NOT THIS!

NEVER TURN ON ceiling fixtures if the ceiling is wet, and stay away from sagging ceilings.

NEVER RIP UP the carpet and pad. This could cause permanent damage to the materials.

NEVER LEAVE books, newspapers and other paper materials on wet carpets and floors.

NEVER ATTEMPT TO DRY carpeting with an electrical heater. It will only dry the surface and not dry the padding.

NEVER TURN UP THE HEAT above 68 degrees, as this will help cause mildew to become active.

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