What To Do After Water Damage and Flooding

Water damage has struck your property! What should you do now? There are some simple things you can do to ensure safety and move towards a rapid recovery. Here is a list of recommendations to help bounce back from a water loss. Review the list and identify which are most appropriate for your situation.
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• Ensure safety
  • Beware of electrical hazards
  • Watch out for “slip and fall” risks
  • Keep in mind the increased weight of wet objects
• Identify water source
  • What is causing the water damage?
  • Can the source be shut off or stopped?
  • What are the potential contamination issues related to this source?
• Document the water loss
  • Take pictures of the property
  • Write down the timeline of events
  • Record any objects that are damaged
• Mitigating the water damage
  • Mop or blot up excess water
  • Wipe off water from wooden objects such as tables
  • Circulate air and run dehumidifiers
• Minimizing damage to belongings
  • Remove wet colored fabrics to minimize dye transfer
  • Elevate and protect furniture by placing aluminum foil or plastic bags under the legs
  • Move valuable items, such as a painting, to an unaffected space

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