Water Damage Emergency Tips

What you can do until help arrives

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Standing or moving water in a home can become very dangerous very quickly. When dealing with water in the home, safety should be your top priority. Keep these tips in mind when disaster strikes:

• Wet materials can become very heavy, handle with care.
• Stay out of the water and do your best to stay dry. 
• Turn the electricity off as soon as possible. Electricity can make the water even more dangerous.
• Slipping and falling is a huge concern in this situation. Consider leaving the house and waiting outside until emergency services can remove the water and ensure your home is safe again.

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What To Do After Flooding

• Remove excess water by mopping and blotting.
• Wipe excess water from wood furniture after removal of lamps and tabletop items.
• Remove and prop wet upholstery and cushions.
• Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
• Turn air conditioning on for maximum drying in summer.
• Remove colored rugs from wet carpeting.
• Remove art objects to a safe, dry place.
• Gather loose items from floors.

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.