The Dos and Don'ts of Water Damage on Your Floors

The Dos and Don 'ts.f WATER DAMAGE ON YOUR FLOORS DO: M TURN OFF ANY ELECTRONICS M CLEAR CLOSET FLOORS O CHECK THE CEILING Water and electricity can be a hazardous combination Water can seep into closets, damaging boxes, clothing, and shoes You may spot areas of ceiling that are sagging-another sign of water damage Don't run the risk of electrocution by leaving things on or plugged in Move items to an elevated, dry area Don't forget to check in the basement V REMOVE FURNITURE If the floors are wet, moisture can travel upwards and damage your furniture Move all of the furniture you can to a dry spot DON'T: WAIT TO TAKE ACTION Mold can start growing in as little as 24-48 hours in moist areas • Mold can grow in your flooring, rugs, drywall, and more INCREASE THE TEMPERATURE • A warm, moist environment is perfect for mold growth • Turn on fans to help dry things out, but leave the heat alone FORGET TO FILE AN INSURANCE CLAIM Depending on your policy, you may be entitled to compensation • Your damage remediation company will work with your insurance provider NEGLECT TO CALL THE PROFESSIONALS • It takes the right tools and experience to properly deal with water damage The pros can safely handle water extraction, cleaning, and deodorization INFOGRAPHIC PROVIDED BY: PowpeNS Carpet Cleaning, Inc. BOWDEN'S CARPET CLEANING wwW.TAMPASBESTCARPETCLEANER.COM Sources: http://www.tampasbestcarpetcleaner.com/water-damage-extraction.aspx http://www.realestate.com/advice/repairing-water-damage-in-your-home-10472/ http://www.angieslist.com/articles/6-steps-prevent-carpet-mold-after-water-damage.htm http://www.epa.gov/mold/moldguide.html