Reversing Water Damage

From faulty dishwashers to broken roofs, water damage changes in source and intensity. No matter how it begins, it can result in severe harm to the foundation and fixtures indoors. Wooden surfaces and drywall are especially vulnerable to mold and mildew growth after covered in water. If your property experiences water damage, contact the specialists from Paul Davis.

Before The Paul Davis Arrive

There are different things you can do before Paul Davis service masters arrive. You need to act quickly to save the possessions in your home from water damage.

The first step to take is to assess the any hazards in your property. We all know that water and electricity are dangerous together, so search for electrical hazards around your home before you start cleanup. Even when turned off, bare wiring or damp electronics can present a threat. We recommend shutting off all breakers and circuits to ensure total safety.

First Things First

Water leaks into everything. Move all your smaller things to prevent further water damage. Even, sturdy surfaces are ideal for airing out books, magazines and other paper materials. Don’t forget light fixtures and other shelf things either. The hard work begins when you’ve relocated newspapers and other small items.

Circulate air around your house using fans to dry the floors, walls and other surfaces. Leave the larger messes for the professionals, but you can wipe and mop easier messes. Though you may want to try, you should never use a normal home vacuum to remove water. Improper use of these appliances can be hazardous to you and break the vacuum. When you’re ready to move furniture, stack seating like heavy chairs onto wooden and cement blocks to elevate them off the floor.

Fabrics and carpet take on weight when soaked. This additional weight makes fur, rugs and leather goods hard to lift. This means when you have to move a carpet, proceed carefully. Hang draperies, clothing and other fabrics away from the flooded area to dry properly. Keep in mind that water damage can affect such items permanently, so you might not be able to salvage them.

Water affects your property’s structure the same way it affects carpets and rugs. Because of this, do not go near sinking ceilings or bent floors. Areas like these have likely taken on large amounts of water and could fall under weight.

Why Call Paul?

Water damage is no match for Paul Davis. But with a some help from our customers, the water damage can be removed faster. We work hard to restore your house back to normal efficiently and quickly. Our pros are experienced and have worked with all types of water damage in all kinds of residential and commercial properties. Additionally, Paul Davis helps you with your insurance company to settle your claims quickly, so you can return to normal.