Dos and Don'ts of Water Damage

Dos AND X DON'TS OF WATER DAMAGE Do Call water damage repair professionals immediately 37% of homeowners have lost property due to water damage 1/8-inch crack in pipe Identify source of water damage can leak- 250 gallons per day 14% of the average Shut off water to home or appliance home's water is lost to leaks Remove appliances, electronics, and valuables Water damage causes 23% of homeowners insurance claims from damaged area Circulate air • Open windows •Set up fans • Turn on air or heat Clean up standing water Use mops or dry towels Seperate and dry wet items • Linens • Clothing • Rugs • Cushions • Furniture • Books x DOn'T Use a vacuum or other electronics • Broken tools 7 . Electric shock RISKS Leave wet items in place • Bleeding dye • Mold RISKS Leave objects on wet carpeting RISKS • Ruined Carpeting • Foundational damage Repair or repaint without professional assessment $ P$ • Hidden damage • Additional repairs RISKS Wait to call cleanup ) professionals • Worsened damage • Ceiling or structural cave-ins • Mold RISKS ServiceMASTER Clean Sources: By Disaster Recon www.century21watson.com/water-damage-statistics/ 440-918-1523 damageclaimhelp.com/content/water-damage-due-plumbing-statistics www.healthiertalk.com/dangers-mold-mildew-your-home-or-office-0834 Professional Restoration Services infographic provided by www.water-damage-cleveland.com