Water Damage Emergency Tips

What you can do until help arrives

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The best way to avoid a water damage in your home is through maintenance.

Here are some tips that may help to avoid water damage:

• Check your water heater on a yearly basis and have it flushed Fix leaking pipes right away
• Remove hoses from the hose bib before winter
• Keep snow off your roof, especially in valleys where snow does not melt

However even with proper maintenance there is a chance for a disaster to happen. You may have a burst pipe or even mold growth. Call SERVPRO of South Jordan / North Draper right away to have your home cleaned “Like it never even happened.”  

Have A  Water Damage Emergency? Call (801) 572-2828

What To Do After Flooding

• Remove excess water by mopping and blotting.
• Wipe excess water from wood furniture after removal of lamps and tabletop items.
• Remove and prop wet upholstery and cushions.
• Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
• Turn air conditioning on for maximum drying in summer.
• Remove colored rugs from wet carpeting.
• Remove art objects to a safe, dry place.
• Gather loose items from floors.

What NOT To Do After Flooding

• Don't leave wet fabrics in place. Hang furs and leather goods.
• Don't leave books, magazines or other colored items on wet carpet or floors.
• Don't use your household vacuum to remove water.
• Don't use television or other household appliances.
• Don't turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet, and keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging.