8 Water Damage Cleanup Tips

Not only can water damage ruin your valuables and furniture, but they can also damage the house – and become extremely costly. If you can act fast, you can minimize the damage and save some of your things.

The achievement of your restoration actually depends upon the time where the water of the flood stayed unadorned. It’s important to confirm the furniture which may be saved and at times even the rugs, but all of the electronic equipment affected by the water is likely sent to the garbage.

Don’t lightly deal with the water damage.
Even if your basement has just an inch of water, or even if it’s only moist, it is the perfect terrain for mold. Mold growth destroys walls, furniture, rugs, floor coverings, etc., but can also lead to poor air quality which causes respiratory problems, such as asthma or other severe illnesses.

Preventing mold growth is the key to maintaining your house air clean and healthy.  In addition to calling your insurance company, here are a few strategies for handling your flooded basement and minimizing water damage. Before doing anything, call your insurance provider and tell them everything you need to do.

Here are some steps to follow if you have suffered water damage to your house:

Disconnect the power

Disconnect all digital devices and immediately eliminate all appliances, furniture and things which you can move. The faster you remove items from the water, the more likely you are to save them. Eliminate all rugs (tapestries and rugs) and underlay mats. You may have the ability to save your carpeting if you’ve got them cleaned and disinfected.

Eliminate the water

There are lots of ways to eliminate water. Use old towels, buckets and brooms to consume as much water as you can. So long as the sewers in your area aren’t blocked, you can pour the water down the drain, otherwise, pour it on your yard or other permeable surface. A wet/dry vacuum is also used. Getting rid of all of the water and drying the region is the most important thing you can do to prevent mold growth.

Move furniture, rugs, and small objects

Remove the furniture from the affected area as soon as possible. Take area rugs from the area and bring them outside to dry.  A tip we found at Emergency Home Solutions is to place a wood block under furniture legs to prevent carpet stains. Exposed wood furniture to moisture transfers the wood stain to carpet leaving permanent marks. Metal furniture legs can leave rust stains. Remove smaller objects such as books, toys, tables, and other miscellaneous items from the area.

Dry the affected area

Once you’ve mopped up all of the water, use fans and a dehumidifier to help dry the region. If it doesn’t rain, then leave the windows open to permit air flow and faster drying. You want the place to dry as quickly as possible. For those who have a finished basement and the drywall was affected, you will most likely need to decrease the areas which were affected by the water since the drywall will crumble and the paper backing is going to be a fantastic source of food for mold. If you’ve skirting boards, treat first, and if they’re made from compressed wood, then they will probably not be recoverable. If they were wooden, you may have the ability to save it.

Disinfect

After drying the region, such as wooden beams, insulation, drywall, etc., use a great disinfectant to eliminate any bacteria which might have come through the sewers, bathrooms, etc..

Stop the growth of mold

After disinfecting and allow the area dry thoroughly, use the disinfectant along the affected area following the directions. As soon as you apply a thin layer, let it dry immediately. Once dry, it forms a thin protective coating on any mold that could grow and it eliminates the spore roots. No matter where it’s sprayed, it is going to prevent any mold from growing, thus offering continued strength. If you’re spraying an entire room, you might wish to consider leasing a fogger in a hardware store such as Menards. It’s easy to use and extremely fast.

Discard damaged things responsibly. Bring what you can into a recycling center and get rid of garbage properly.

** Notice that these tips are just simple recommendations to follow in the event of an emergency. Keep in mind, it is suggested to use a professional service recommended by your insurance. You can contact a Water Damage Pro specialist for help 24 hours a day at (612) 400-8523

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