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Water Damage And Water Remediation Procedures

It’s a sure thing that every homeowner will have to deal with some kind of water damage at some point.  It may be small, such as an overflowing sink or leaking pipe, or it may be large, such as a backed up sewage system or torrential rains resulting in a flash flood.  Whether the spill is large or small, it should be dealt with promptly.  If you fail to do so, additional problems such as mold are a virtual certainty.

The first thing you should do in the event of water damage is to locate the source of the water and shut it off.  This not only prevents more water from coming in and causing more damage, but it provides you with an indication of the type of water you may be dealing with,  and what kind of contaminants may be present.

You should also make sure and shut off all utilities to your home.  Do this even if the power has been knocked out.  The electricity will kick back on at some point, and you don’t want to be standing in six inches of water when it does.  You should always wear protective clothing when working in and around flood waters.  Waterproof boots, heavy duty gloves, and protective eyewear are must haves.  If mold is present, wear a filtration mask or better yet, a respirator.  This will prevent inhalation of dangerous mold spores.

Water will have to be removed from the home, and everything dried out thoroughly.  Make sure all surfaces are completely dry before allowing any further repairs to be done.  Water extraction is accomplished through the use of wet-dry vacs or submersible pumps.  Secondary drying is done through the use of high velocity fans, blowers, and dehumidifiers.

For best results, contact your local water damage restoration company.  They are available 24/7 to service all of your water damage restoration needs.