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What to do before help arrives at your Brunswick home
9/19/2019 (Permalink)
Our team had to tear up the flooring and place several air movers in this Brunswick, OH home after a refrigerator leak caused water damage.
If you have a water damage from a clean source such as water supply lines, sink overflows, tub overflows, or appliance malfunctions, here are a few things to do before help arrives.
Shut off the source of the water.
Turn off circuit breakers for wet areas of the building if the access 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 carpeting
Remove to a safe, dry place any paintings, art objects, computers, documents and other materials that are valuable or sensitive to moisture.
Use wooden clothespins to keep furniture skirting off damp floors
- Hang draperies with coated hangers to avoid contact with wet carpeting or flooring.
Always remember, it is important to take care of water problems ASAP so mold doesn't begin to form. We are your mold remediation specialists. Call SERVPRO of Medina County today! 330-722-4343