This flood has been a real headache for many residents. It's important to repair the flood damage quickly and efficiently. Here are a few tips that will help you get your home back in order!
1) Clean up all the mud, water, and muck from outside your house with a shovel or heavy duty scraper. Be sure to get it off the flooring as well.
2) Use fans if possible to dry out wet carpet or furniture inside of your home that was not completely submerged by water. If there is any mold present then use an anti-mold product like bleach before drying with fans or air conditioning units.
3) Take down any wallpaper where it may have gotten damp due to flooding and place plastic.
An instance of a flood disaster can be life-threatening and affect your home or business as well as your family. Floods can also be overwhelming, but there are several things you should do to help the recovery process after the water has receded.
Repair any water damaged drywall or wood paneling because these materials are particularly vulnerable to mold . Also repair leaks in the roof if you have experienced a major storm, which is likely if your property flooded during a rainstorm. After all repairs are done, clean everything with disinfectant before using it again.
First of all, if the power was on when the water came, turn off your electricity at the mains or circuit breaker to prevent electrocution or a fire. If you have gas appliances, shut down those utilities as well for safety's sake. Also make sure that no one uses any electrical appliance that might actually cause damage to themselves or others due to exposure to wetness and water in an unsafe environment. This is extremely important because dangerous gases are often released from decaying organic material.
Assess the damage to your home or business and remove standing water as soon as possible. If you have sump pumps, now is a good time to use them if they weren't overwhelmed. Water removal will depend on what caused the flooding in the first place, be it rainwater or sewage, but all water should be removed within 48 hours of the event no matter what type of liquid was involved because bacteria can grow rapidly in all water types.
Particular attention should be given to food preparation areas such as kitchens and bathrooms that contain dishes and utensils since those items may have been exposed to contaminated water.
Wear gloves, boots/shoes and waterproof clothing while working in a flooded area because submerged electrical wires can still be live even when the power is turned off at the source. Also avoid running water from faucets or other sources until you have checked with your local authorities that it is safe to do so since there may be low lying areas that are polluted with bacteria or chemicals .
After all standing water has been removed, unplug any appliances that were wet to prevent further damage and contact an electrician if any parts were exposed to flood waters. Ask for their advice on how long you will need to wait before using those appliances again.
Have carpeting and draperies that got wet professionally cleaned to remove all contaminants since these items can easily grow mildew and be a source of bacteria in your living space. Also make certain they have been completely dried out so as to prevent a musty smell from taking hold.
If you have any concerns about the safety of your home or business, contact a plumber for help with restoring water services to pre-flood status . Also get in touch with your insurance company as soon as possible if you think you are covered under their policy. They will likely refer you to one of their preferred restoration companies (or you can request one on your own) who know exactly what needs to be done and can act quickly on advice from health officials regarding the removal of standing water.
In summary, after a flood event it is very important that precautions be taken to prevent further damage both from exposure to contaminated water as well as structural concerns that may have occurred during the flooding itself. Following these steps will help to return your home or business to normal function in a timely manner while keeping everyone's safety at the forefront throughout the process.
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Author Bio:- Walter Mealey
Walter is a marketing manager at EZ Flood Restoration USA. With extensive knowledge of water damage and flood restoration, he writes articles about the cause and remedy of Mold growth, Regular Duct Cleaning Of HVAC System, remodeling Kitchen and Bathroom with latest plumbing innovation and technology, how to Crawl Space after flood, and tips to get rid of Fire and Smoke Damage. Stay updated with recent articles and grab comprehensive knowledge of common ways the flood damage affects your home and business and what proactive steps you take to overcome it as well as modern tools that can keep you alert about the happening of natural and accidental uncertainties.