Water Damage

7/22/2019 (Permalink)

Flooding

Have you ever walked into a house full of water due to a leak? SERVPRO of Corpus Christi East understands these situations can take control of your life if no immediate action is taken. Please follow some of our helpful tips should you find yourself in a water emergency.

Water Damage From Clean Water:

DO:

• Shut off the source of water if possible or contact a qualified party to stop the water source.
• Remove as much excess water as possible by mopping and blotting.
• Remove and prop up wet upholstery cushions for even drying.
• Remove to a safe, dry place any paintings, art objects, computers, documents and other materials that are valuable or sensitive.

Don’t

• Enter rooms with standing water where electrical shock hazards may exist.
• Use your household vacuum cleaner to remove water, possibly causing electrical shock or damage to the vacuum cleaner.
• Use TVs or other appliances while standing on wet carpets or floors, especially not on wet concrete floors.
• Leave books, newspapers, magazines or other colored items on wet carpets or floors to cause staining.

Please consider following the DOs and DON’Ts to help reduce any further damage. Trust SERVPRO of Corpus Christi East with all of your fire & water-cleanup restoration needs. Don’t hesitate to call us at 361-985-6444 we are happy to assist you with any questions.