Water Damage Emergency Tips

What you can do until help arrives

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Safety is the most important thing after water damage. Here are some tips to check off your list:

• Identify the source of the water damage.
• Shut off the water if needed.
• Ask yourself, is it dangerous to stay in the house?
• Be careful of "slip and fall" hazards.
• Wet materials can be a lot heavier than before.
• Do not use appliances that water has damaged.
• If it's safe to stay in the home, you can move valuable away from water damage to limit damage to them.
• Most importantly, call the water damage professionals, SERVPRO of Escondido (760)746-6440 

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What To Do After Flooding

• Remove excess water by mopping and blotting.
• Wipe excess water from wood furniture after removal of lamps and tabletop items.
• Remove and prop wet upholstery and cushions.
• Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
• Turn air conditioning on for maximum drying in summer.
• Remove colored rugs from wet carpeting.
• Remove art objects to a safe, dry place.
• Gather loose items from floors.

What NOT To Do After Flooding

• Don't leave wet fabrics in place. Hang furs and leather goods.
• Don't leave books, magazines or other colored items on wet carpet or floors.
• Don't use your household vacuum to remove water.
• Don't use television or other household appliances.
• Don't turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet, and keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging.