Emergency Tips for Flooding

2/20/2020 (Permalink)

For help with Flooding, call SERVPRO of Plainfield / Naperville South at (630) 369-9710.

Water Emergencies can happen quickly and can be devastating to your home or business.  SERVPRO of Plainfield / Naperville South can arrive fast to help you.

Here are a few tips until help arrives:

What to do After Flooding

• Remove excess water by mopping and blotting.
• Wipe excess water from wood furniture after removal of lamps and tabletop items.
• Remove and prop wet upholstery and cushions.
• Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
• Turn air conditioning on for maximum drying in summer.
• Remove colored rugs from wet carpeting.
• Remove art objects to a safe, dry place.
• Gather loose items from floors.

What NOT to do After Flooding

• Don't leave wet fabrics in place. Hang furs and leather goods.
• Don't leave books, magazines or other colored items on wet carpet or floors.
• Don't use your household vacuum to remove water.
• Don't use television or other household appliances.
• Don't turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet and keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging.

If your home or business has experienced damage caused by flooding, call SERVPRO of Plainfield / Naperville South at (630) 369-9710.