The Do’s and Don'ts of Water Damage

8/15/2020 (Permalink)

Water Damage from Clean Water

Do:

• Shut off the source of water if possible
• Turn off the circuit breakers for wet areas of the building 
• Remove as much excess water as possible
• Remove content such as documents, painting, electronics and art and relocate to a dry area

Don’t:

• Enter standing water where electrical shock hazard may exist
• Use your household vacuum cleaner to remove water
• Use TV’s or other appliances while standing on wet floors
• Turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet or sagging from retained water

Water Damage from Sewage Water

Do:

• Avoid all contact with sewage and wet items
• Wash your hands after contact with sewage or wet items

Don’ts: 

• Spread contamination by walking in water or wet areas
• Turn on HVAC system if damaged by water ot use household fans to spread contaminates