SERVPRO of East Sacramento / West Arden Arcade - The First Steps In Recovering After Water Damage

2/27/2022 (Permalink)

You will often have no idea that water damage has occurred. It can be due to a natural event, such as a rainstorm, an overflowing creek or river, or maybe just a big spill. Other times, it can be because an appliance or piping has sprung a leak. Some areas of your home or business are more likely to experience water damage than others; rooms with sinks, as in kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry areas are always at risk, while low-lying areas such as basements and cellars are places that will be more likely to see water damage. So, what do you do? SERVPRO of East Sacramento / West Arden Arcade will inform you of the first steps in recovering after water damage.

Recovery from water damage:

• Turn off all water sources immediately and soak up standing water using mops, or towels, blankets, and rags. Get ceiling or oscillating floor fans started to dry the affected areas as soon as possible. Make sure all electrical tools and machinery are away from standing water before you plug them in
• Remove and prop up all wet upholstery and cushions so that they can dry, and protect carpeting by placing wooden blocks under furniture legs

Safety precautions of water damage

• Refrain from using household appliances and ceiling fixtures while surfaces are wet
• Avoid rooms with sagging ceilings or warped flooring; inspect areas that have experienced large amounts of water to ensure there is no severe structural damage
• Wet materials are often extremely heavy; avoid moving anything that is difficult
• Never wade into water when you don’t know how deep it is or if you aren’t sure whether it is contaminated

When you experience a water damage event, keep SERVPRO of East Sacramento / West Arden Arcade in mind. Our team of office staff and technicians have the experience and expertise you will need to manage through a water damage event. We are also experts when it comes to fire damage, mold remediation, and biohazards. Give SERVPRO of East Sacramento / West Arden Arcade a call at 916-285-7257.