Clear Lake Home Health: 5 Tips to Minimize the Damage Caused by Water in your Home

9/24/2018 (Permalink)

Water Damage Fact: Through SERVPROs timely response and the careful monitoring of water damage, mold and other health issues can be prevented.

Water is one of the most destructive elements on earth, and when water ravages a home, the result is substantial damage to the structure and furnishings. Severe storms, a leaky roof, a weeping foundation, an overflowing dishwasher, or a burst pipe in your Clear Lake home can all cause significant water damage, and time is of the essence to minimize the damage. Here are 6 tips that you can take immediately after a damaging water event.

Stop the Water at the Source. If the cause of the water damage in your Houston area home is from a burst water pipe, turn off the water immediately. If the damage is from a roof leak, try to capture as much water as possible in a large pot or garbage can. The more water you can keep from touching your floors, furnishings, and other belongings, the better. If water is entering your home is due to a flash flood or sewage backup,  contact an emergency water damage response team immediately. Flood and sewage waters carry debris and harmful bacteria that can cause injury and illness. Your local SERVPRO of Clear Lake stands at the ready to respond 24 hours a day.

Turn off and Unplug all Electrical Appliances. To avoid potential electrocution and further damage to electrical appliances, it is imperative that you turn off and unplug them as quickly as possible. If the water is high in the home due to a flash flood, evacuate the home immediately. All electrical appliances that have been touched by water in your home must be examined prior to use. The SERVPRO team can evaluate these items and help to determine if they are safe for use.

Remove Furnishings from Flooded Areas. Furnishings and personal items that are easily managed should be removed as quickly as possible from areas in the home that have been touched by the water. This will help to speed the process of drying the floors and furnishings while protecting the floors from further damage. When at all possible, avoid walking on wet carpets, and place aluminum foil under the legs of all furniture that you cannot move prior to your local Houston area SERVPRO arrives.

Photograph and Video the Damage.  As soon as it is safe to do so, take photos of the water or flood damage in your home. Be sure to take photos of damaged items, and if possible, videos of the water intruding on your property. This step will help your insurance adjuster to quickly process your claim.

Hire a Professional Water Damage Restoration Team. If improperly handled, water in your home can cause significant structural damage, and even dangerous mold infestations. SERVPRO is locally owned, and our team has the training, expertise, and tools necessary to fully restore your home quickly. From water extraction to dehumidifying and drying, through the rebuilding and restoration process, we can help you and your family get back to life pre-water damage.

Don’t underestimate the level of damage that water can do to your home. Call us immediately after a water damage even to your Clear Lake residence. We are the preferred provider for many insurance companies, and can assist you with the process of filing your claim. We are faster to any size disaster and are proud to serve our neighbors and friends throughout our community.

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