SERVPRO to the Rescue!

10/11/2018 (Permalink)

SERVPRO restores a commercial water damaged building.

Dealing with water damage is not easy. If you’ve ever walked into your home or office and realized you have water damage, you know how frustrating and stressful it can be. Sewage backup, earthquakes and floods, as well as house fires mean water in areas where it should not be. When water invades your property, you need professional water damage restoration in Glendale to solve the problem.

Floods, hurricanes and other natural disasters aren’t the only things you can associate with water damages. In fact, many water damage issues happen due to broken pipes, failed sump pump, clogged toilets or leaking washing machine hose. These can destroy your space in just a matter of hours. Don’t let a seemingly small problem becomes worse. Immediately find a reliable water damage restoration Glendale. Don’t skip the services of a reputable damage restoration company, as the problem can become even more expensive when not treated right away.

Although we always do everything we can to respond as quickly as possible, there may be times when it will take us some time to get to your property. While waiting for our arrival, there are certain things you can do in order to minimize further damage. The process does not have to be too complicated. Once you do the following tips, you can speed the process of helping you get back to normal.

• Blot or mop up the wear areas using towels.
• If you can access the circuit breakers safely, make sure that you turn the power off in every affected area. This must also be done for your water shut off valve in order to stop the water flow.
• Remove anything that could stain on wet floors or carpets like newsprint items and books.
• Remove wet upholstery cushions from furniture and put in a dry area.
• Remove all items that are sensitive to moisture from any affected areas and place them in a dry, safe area.
• Avoid any contact with wet areas if the water didn’t originate from a clean source.
• In case you’ve come in contact with the contaminated water, make sure to wash your hands thoroughly and immediately.
• Don’t enter a room where there’s a possible electric shock hazard.
• HVAC units must be turned off, as they can spread contaminated air.
• Don’t try to extract water using a household vacuum cleaner or use fans to try drying the structure. This is an unsafe practice that could cause an electric shock or the machine could be damaged.
• Don’t use any of your electrical appliances while standing on concrete, wet carpets or any types of flooring.
• Place plywood or foil under furniture legs in order to separate them from wet flooring or carpeting.