Flood/Water
Damage Emergency Tips
Dos
• If the outside temperature is moderate
to hot, use
dehumidifiers if available.
• Use fans to circulate the air and
assist drying.
• Remove as much water as possible
by mopping and blotting.
• Wipe furniture dry.
• Lift draperies off carpet, loop
through a non-metal coat hangar, and place
hangar on the drapery rod.
• Prop up wet furniture cushions for
even drying.
• Remove wet area rugs or other floor
coverings.
• Open furniture drawers, closet doors
and luggage to
enhance drying.
• Move photos, paintings and art objects
to a safe, dry location.
• Remove wet fabrics and dry them
as soon as possible. Hang furs and leather
goods to dry separately at room temperature.
• Remove damp books from shelves and
spread out to dry.
• If damage occurs during a cool season,
leave heat on; if in summer, use an air
conditioner if available.
Don'ts
• Do not use an ordinary household
vacuum to remove water.
• Do not use electrical appliances
while on wet carpet or wet floors.
• Do not go into rooms with standing
water if the electricity is on.
• Do not lift tacked down carpet without
professional help. Lifting the carpet incorrectly
could promote shrinkage.
• Do not wait to call for professional
help. Damage from the water and bacteria
growth can begin within hours. |
