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Water Damage & Flood Damage Safety Tips

5/19/2014 (Permalink)

Fernandina Beach, Yulee, North Jacksonville Water & Flood Damage Safety Tips

Safety Tips When Water Damage Occurs:

DO

  • Shut off water source if possible
  • Remove as much water as possible by mopping and blotting the saturated areas
  • Wipe furniture to remove excess water
  • Place aluminum foil between legs and wet carpet
  • Prop up wet furniture cushions for even drying
  • Lift drapes off flooring, loop through a coat hanger and hang on curtain rod
  • Move valuable paintings, art objects and photos to a safe dry place
  • Open closet doors, furniture drawers and luggage to aid in drying
  • Remove wet area rugs
  • Remove any wet fabrics and dry immediately
  • Hang furs and leather goods to dry separately at room temperature

Do Not

  • Use your household vacuum to remove excess water
  • Use electrical appliances while standing on wet flooring or carpets
  • Go into any room where the ceiling is sagging
  • Wait to call professional help. The longer you wait the more damage will occur

Call SERVPRO® at the first sign of water damage at (904) 729-2401 to prevent any further damage and make it "Like it never even happened".

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