Tips for Handling Water Damage

10/14/2020 (Permalink)

If you experience a water damage in your home, our SERVPRO of Chesapeake North team understands the stress and uncertainty that comes with it. That's why we want to give you some tips and tricks you can do at home before the professionals arrive.

• Locate and shut off the water valve at the source if applicable
• Remove and soak up excess or standing water by mopping and laying down towels
• Remove and prop up wet upholstery and cushions against walls for even drying.
• Place aluminum foil or wood blocks under furniture legs to help stop the damage from affecting furniture
• Remove Oriental or other colored rugs from wet carpeting and place in a dry location
• DO NOT use a regular vacuum to remove water.
• DO NOT turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet, and keep out of areas where ceilings are sagging from retained water.
• Collect important papers Do not leave books, magazines or other colored items on wet carpeting.

Please call SERVPRO of Chesapeake North at 757-465-9700 to professionally handle the water damage and mitigation process in your home or business.