Flooded Basement...What to do?

6/10/2020 (Permalink)

Flooded basement? Call SERVPRO of Northwest Stark County to clean up and restore your home to preloss condition in Canton, Ohio.

Many home and business owners will experience some type of water loss. It may be a small toilet leak to a pipe-break to major flooding from a storm. The most important thing is safety for you, your family, or your co-workers. It is always important to call a knowledgeable restoration company to completely dry out your structure. If a structure is not properly cleaned-up, then secondary damage like mold may grow. Below are some tips if you experience a water loss.

7 Steps to take if your house experiences a flood water damage.

1. Stop the flow of water. If the flooding has been caused by a burst pipe or a water heater failure, shut off the main water line for your home.
2. Turn off the power if your home is flooded. Cut off the electricity and gas from the main source. This is not as essential for small leaks, but for large floods.
3. Assess the damage before you begin your cleanup effort. Take ample photos another documentation to show the insurance company.
4. Rescue your most valuable possessions. Find and remove your most important items from the flooded area, such as heirlooms, money, jewelry, etc. Do not spend too much time extracting and cleaning individual items if the water still doing damage to your home.
5. Get rid of standing water. The longer the water sits, the more damage it will cost. As soon as it is safe, pump out any standing water. If you are dealing with a natural flood, wait to pump until the floodwaters have receded.
6. Clean up debris. Be careful, as there could be nails and other materials left behind from the flood water.
7. Allow appliances to air dry. Do not use any appliances or outlets until they have had enough time to completely dry. Check with each manufacturer for recommended action.

No matter how simple water damage might appear in your home, the situation can often prove worse than it appears. You can always count on the prompt response and honest estimates from our SERVPRO of Northwest Stark professionals. We can work quickly to make it “Like it never even happened.” Give us a call at 330-497-4600.