After any water damage situation, your primary focus should be safety first:
- Is it safe to stay in the house?
- Electrical and “slip and fall” hazards are some of the most prevalent concerns.
- Only do activities that are safe for you to perform.
- Wet materials can be VERY heavy. Be careful!
WATER AND FLOOR CARE TIPS
- Remove excess water by mopping and blotting.
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- Wipe excess water from wood furniture after removal of lamps and tabletop items.
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- Remove and prop wet upholstery and cushions.
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- Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting
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- Turn air conditioning on for maximum drying in summer.
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- Remove colored rugs from wet carpeting.
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- Remove art objects to a safe, dry place.
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- Gather loose items from floors.
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WHAT NOT TO DO AFTER FLOODING
- Don’t leave wet fabrics in place. Hang furs and leather goods.
- Don’t leave books, magazines or other colored items on wet carpet or floors.
- Don’t use your household vacuum to remove water.
- Don’t use television or other household appliances.
- Don’t turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet, and keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging
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