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Dos and Dont's for Water Damage

1/21/2016 (Permalink)

Do's & Don'ts


Do:



  • Shut off the source of water if possible, or contact a qualified plumbing technician to stop the water source.

  • Turn off circuit breakers for wet areas of the building when access to the power distribution panel is safe from electrical shock.

  • Remove as much excess water as possible by mopping and blotting.

  • Wipe excess water from wood furniture after removing lamps and tabletop items. 

  • Remove and prop up wet upholstery cushions for even drying.

  • Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpet.

  • Remove to a safe, dry place any paintings, art objects, computers, documents, and other materials that are valuable or sensitive to moisture.

  • Pin up upholstered furniture skirting to keep off damp floors.

  • Hang draperies with coated hangers to avoid contact with carpeting or floors. 

  • Hang furs and leather goods to dry separately at room temperature.


Don'ts:



  • Do not enter rooms with standing water where electrical shock hazards may exist.

  • Do not enter effected areas if electrical outlets, switches, circuit breakers, or electrical equipment are exposed to water. Always avoid electrical shock hazards.

  • Do not leave books, newspapers, magazines, or other colored items that may cause staining on wet carpet or floors.

  • Do not use your household vacuum cleaner to remove water, possibly causing electrical shock or damaging the vacuum cleaner.

  • Do not use TV's or other appliances while standing on wet carpets or floors, especially not on wet concrete floors.

  • Do not turn on ceiling fixture if ceiling is wet or enter rooms where ceilings are sagging from retained water. 

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