The Value of Repair and Restoration Companies

Water can cause a lot of damage, especially to a home. Water in small increments over a long time can cause a lot of damage, as can a lot of water in a small amount of time. No matter if you've had a slow leak, or a quick flood, this water can wreak havoc on your house. Water sodden belongings can sometimes be salvaged, but some things will have to be replaced altogether, such as drywall or wood. Read on for more information you should know if you have water damage in your home.

1. Go Through the Water with Care

If the water has reached the electrical outlets in the room or reached the fuse box, the water could be very dangerous. You could get electrocuted in the water, so you should not go into it at all until you are sure the electricity has been turned off to your home. If the water is backing up from the drain, this water can also be dangerous, as it is going to be full of bacteria. You should wear boots and protective clothing if you have to go through it when cleaning up.

2. Some Things Are Not Salvageable

A lot of things can be cleaned up and salvaged, but they need to be done properly to prevent mold and mildew growth. Clothing and anything fabric can be cleaned but should be done so by a professional cleaning service. Things such as cardboard should be thrown out, and anything that you are unable to clean should be thrown out as well. The carpeting may be salvaged, but the padding below should be pulled up and removed. 

3. Mold and Mildew Can Grow Quickly

Don't wait for your insurance carrier to send someone to your home to clean up or look at your home. If they aren't getting back to you immediately, begin researching the cleanup process or call someone yourself to begin cleaning up the mess. Mold and mildew can grow fast, so you need to act quickly. Waiting on your insurance carrier could take days, and within those days, you could already have mold and mildew growing behind your walls and on all of your belongings. 

If you have water damage, you need to act quickly, but you also need to be very careful to prevent injury to yourself or others. Call water damage cleanup services to get someone out to your home to help you clean up your home properly to prevent mold and mildew from growing in your home.