Flood and Water Damage Treatments

From broken appliances to leaky roofs, water damage varies in origin and severity. If neglected, water damage can hurt the structure of your property. Porous surfaces like floors and walls are susceptible to harboring mold and mildew after taking on water. If your property takes on water damage, contact the experts from Paul Davis.

Before the Pros Arrive

There are several ways to ready the flooded area before Paul Davis specialists arrive. You need to work quickly to save the possessions in your home from water damage. Don't enter your home unless it's safe. Your property becomes an unsafe place when exposed to water and electricity combined. Turn off the main breaker before walking into your home. Even if they look undamaged, home appliances can deliver a powerful shock when damaged by water.

Getting Started

Water is a pervasive substance that can dampen every nook and cranny in your house. To keep water damage from harming small possessions, remove them first. Level, dry areas are best for drying books, magazines and other paper materials. Do not forget lamps and other shelf things either. Once you've moved handheld items, newspaper and other damp materials, you can begin cleaning. To dry your house, use several fans. Let the specialists handle the big messes. Though you may want to try, don't use a standard home vacuum to remove water. This can damage the vacuum or hurt you if incorrectly handled. To help the floor and furniture dry, use wooden or cement props to elevate heavy chairs away from the floor. Water adds weight to surfaces, carpets, and fabrics. All that extra weight makes leather goods, fur and rugs difficult to move. If you have to move a carpet, proceed with caution. Hang draperies, clothing and other fabrics away from the wet area to dry thoroughly. Depending on the amount of water damage in your home, you might not be able to keep every piece of fabric you own. Water treats your property's structure in a similar way it affects carpets and rugs. Because of this, avoid sagging ceilings or bowed floors. These areas have likely absorbed large amounts of water and could fall under weight.

Why Call Paul?

Water damage is easy for Paul Davis. And with a little prep work from you, we can get to work faster. We will restore your house back to normal safely and quickly. Our technicians are knowledgeable and have worked with severe, moderate and small amounts of water damage in a range of residential and business spaces. Furthermore, Paul Davis will work with your insurance company to settle your claims quickly, so you can return to normal.