Water Damage in your Home

From malfunctioning dishwashers to broken roofs, water damage varies in origin and intensity. No matter how it starts, it can result in serious problems for the foundation and stability inside. Wooden surfaces and drywall are prone to harboring mold and mildew when flood damage is neglected. If your property experiences water damage, contact the specialists from Paul Davis.

Before the Pros Arrive

It can be hard not to try and fix the flooding yourself. That said, it’s best to leave the work up to the specialists. However, there are some measures you can take before the Paul Davis crew arrives. To salvage everything in your home from water damage, it’s important to act quickly.

Do not enter your home unless it’s safe. The hazardous combination of water and electricity makes a flooded home a risky place to work in. Turn off the main breaker before entering your home. Even if they look undamaged, home appliances can deliver a powerful shock when touched by water.

Getting Started

Water can leak into everything. Remove all your small things to deter increased water damage. Use a dry, level area to put books, magazines and other paper items. Newspaper and other inked items should be go on a level, dry area. Don’t forget light fixtures and other tabletop items either. The hard work begins when you’ve removed magazines and other small items.

To dry your property, use several fans. Let the specialists dry the big damage. Though you may want to try, never use a normal home vacuum cleaner to remove water. Improper use of these appliances can be harmful to you and break the vacuum. If your furniture has been affected, use wooden or cement props to lift sofas off the floor.

Water adds weight to surfaces, carpets, and fabrics. The extra weight makes rugs, leather goods and fur difficult to move. If you need to move a carpet, proceed with caution. Hang clothing, draperies and other fabrics away from the flooded area to dry correctly. Pieces like these might not be salvaged easily.

Water treats your property’s structure in a similar way it affects carpets and rugs. Ceilings and floors can bend when they absorb too much water weight, be sure to avoid these hazards.

Why You Should Call Paul

Paul Davis service masters are experienced with flooding. And with a some help from you, the water damage can be treated faster. We can return your property back to normal safely and quickly. Our pros have restored a range of flood conditions in a range of residential and commercial properties. Additionally, Paul Davis will work with your insurance company to settle your claims quickly, so you can return to normal.