Flood and Water Damage Treatments

From broken dishwashers to leaky pipes, water damage varies in source and intensity. Wherever it begins, it can cause severe problems for the structure and fixtures indoors. Floors, walls and other surfaces are especially vulnerable to fungal invasion if neglected after water damage. The Paul Davis specialists are the ones to call when your property requires water damage restoration.

Before Paul Davis Pros Arrive

There are several ways to ready the flooded area before Paul Davis restoration professionals come to assist. From the floors, walls, ceiling, and your favorite things, it's important to take action quickly to avoid water damage in your home. Make sure your property is in a safe condition to enter before working. Your home becomes an unsafe place when exposed to water and electricity combined. Turn off the main breaker before entering your home. Even if they look undamaged, home appliances can be dangerous when damaged by water.

Getting Started

A severe flood in your home can leave all your possessions wet. To prevent water damage from harming small possessions, relocate them before larger items. Use a dry, stable surface to put books, magazines and other paper items. Books and any inked items should be lie on a dry, stable surface. Do not forget lamps and other tabletop pieces either. Once you've moved handheld items, paper items and other dampened materials, the cleaning can begin. To dry your property, use fans or your AC system. Wipe and mop damp surfaces such as tables to make sure smaller pools of standing water have been cleaned. Though you may want to try, do not use a standard home vacuum to clean water. Incorrect use of these appliances can be dangerous to you and break the vacuum. If your furniture has been affected, use wooden and cement blocks to lift furniture above the floor. Carpet and fabrics become heavier when soaked. This extra weight makes leather goods, fur and rugs hard to lift. So if you must move a carpet, lift carefully. Hang draperies, clothing and other fabrics away from the soaked area to dry correctly. Items like draperies might not be easily saved. Water treats your home's structure in a similar way it affects rugs and carpets. Floors and ceilings can warp when they take on water weight, it's best to avoid these hazards.

Why Call Paul?

Water damage is no match for the Paul Davis team. And with a some assistance from you, we can begin working faster. We work hard to return your house back to normal safely and quickly. Our specialists are experienced and have worked with all types of water damage in different kinds of residential and business properties. Additionally, Paul Davis will work with your insurance company to settle your claims promptly, so you can get life back to normal.