Water Damage Protection in Provincetown

4/5/2024 (Permalink)

Knowing what to do and what NOT to do after a water disaster can mean the difference between helping minimize water damage or making it worse.

Coming home to a flooded house is one of a homeowner’s worst fears. Often, when homeowners find themselves in this situation, they understandably panic and rush to fix the situation, only to make it worse. If you find yourself in this situation, SERVPRO of Mid-Outer Cape Cod has tips to prevent water damage from destroying your home:

• Shut off the water source of the leak
• Shut off circuit breakers for water-logged areas
• Mop up excessive water to the best of your ability
• Remove lamps/electronics from tables and wipe water off of wooden furniture
• Remove and dry wet cushions
• Lift furniture legs off wet carpets with tin foil or wood blocks
• Move items vulnerable to water to a safer place

Also, be sure to follow this list of DO NOTS:

• DO NOT enter rooms that put you at risk of electric shock
• DO NOT leave books, magazines and other print media on wet carpet as this causes staining
• DO NOT use a household vacuum to suck up water
• DO NOT use electronics in affected areas
• DO NOT use ceiling fans if your roof is suffering from water damage.

What you do until water mitigation help arrives is crucial to the future of your home. For your water damage, flood damage and disaster mitigation needs, call SERVPRO of Mid-Outer Cape Cod at (508) 778-7378. We're here 24/7 to make sure you don't fall victim to water damage.