Santa Clarita CA Water Damage Tips

From broken refrigerators to leaky pipes, water damage changes in source and intensity. If neglected, water damage can hurt the stability of your property. Wooden surfaces and drywall are especially vulnerable to mold and mildew growth if neglected after water damage. The Paul Davis specialists are the ones to talk to when your property experiences water damage.

Before Paul Davis Pros Arrive

There are several things you can do before Paul Davis restoration professionals come to help. You need to work quickly to save everything in your home from water damage.

Before starting, be sure your property is safe to work in. Deactivate all electronics and breakers around your home to avoid electrocution. This may sound overly cautious, but flooded appliances can be hazardous when exposed to water.

First Things First

A serious flood in your home can leave everything damaged. Relocate all your smaller items to prevent increased water damage. Paper and inked things like newspapers need a level, dry surface. This includes little tabletop things, such as lamps and knickknacks. Once you’ve moved smaller items, magazines and any other dampened materials, you can begin cleaning.

To begin the drying process, try using air conditioning and fans in your home to channel air through the area. Leave the larger spills for the experts, however, you can wipe or mop surface messes Though you may want to try, never use a normal home vacuum to remove water. Incorrect use of these tools can be hazardous to you and break the vacuum. When you’re ready to move furniture, stack seating such as heavy chairs using wooden and cement blocks to above them away from the floor.

Water adds weight to surfaces, carpets, and fabrics. The extra weight makes fur, rugs and leather goods hard to dry. So if you must move a rug, proceed with caution. Hang clothing, draperies and other fabrics away from the flooded area to dry thoroughly. Depending on the amount of water damage in your home, you might not be able to save every piece of fabric you own.

Your home’s foundation and floors aren’t impervious to water weight either. Because of this, avoid sinking ceilings or warped floors. Areas like these have likely absorbed large amounts of water and could fall under weight.

Why You Should Call Paul

Paul Davis specialists know water damage. They can treat your home more effectively with a little prep work from you. We know how to return your home back to normal efficiently and quickly. Our experts are knowledgeable and have worked with severe, moderate and small amounts of water damage in a range of residential and commercial properties. Additionally, Paul Davis helps you with your insurance company to settle your claims quickly, so you can return to normal.