Grand Island NE Water Damage Tips

From broken refrigerators to leaky roofs, water damage changes in source and intensity. No matter how it begins, it can cause serious problems for the structure and fixtures inside. Porous surfaces like floors and walls are prone to mold and mildew growth after taking on water. If your property experiences water damage, contact the specialists from Paul Davis of Grand Island.

Preparing for the Professionals

Before a Paul Davis service master arrives, there are several measures you can do to help make the job faster. From the floors, walls, ceiling, and your favorite things, it’s important to take action quickly to avoid water damage in your home.

Be sure your property is safe to work in. Power down all electronics and breakers around your house to avoid electrocution. This may sound overly cautious, but dampened appliances can be hazardous when exposed to water.

Getting Started

Water can get into everything. Once your house is safe to enter, move all your possessions. Use a dry, flat surface to set books, magazines and other paper items. Newspaper and any inked items should be placed on a dry, flat surface. Do not forget light fixtures and other shelf items either. You can begin cleaning as soon as you’ve moved magazines, small items and other damp materials.

To dry your house, use air conditioning and fans. Leave the big spills for the professionals, but you can wipe and mop surface spots. Though you may want to try, never use a normal home vacuum to remove water. Improper use of these appliances can be hazardous to you and harm the vacuum. If your furniture has been affected, use wooden and cement props to elevate sofas above the floor.

Water adds weight to surfaces, carpets, and fabrics. This extra weight makes rugs, leather goods and fur difficult to move. This means when you have to remove a carpet, proceed with caution. Hang clothing, draperies and other fabrics away from the wet area to dry thoroughly. Depending on how much water damage your home takes on, you might not be able to salvage every piece of fabric you own.

The same water weight that affects rugs and carpets can hurt your home’s foundation. Because of this, do not go near sagging ceilings or bent floors. These areas have likely taken on large amounts of water and could collapse under weight.

Why You Should Call Paul

Professionals from Paul Davis know water damage. A little prep work from you before professionals arrive speeds up the restoration process. We will return your home back to normal safely and quickly. Our experts are knowledgeable and have worked with severe, moderate and small amounts of water damage in all types of home and business properties. Additionally, Paul Davis will work with your insurance company to settle your claims effectively, so you can get life back to normal.