Horton MI Water Damage at Home

From faulty washing machines to leaky roofs, water damage changes in source and scale. If left to continue, water damage can harm the structure of your property. Porous surfaces like floors and walls are especially vulnerable to harboring mold and mildew when water damage is left untreated. If your property takes on water damage, contact the professionals at Paul Davis of Horton.

Before Paul Davis Pros Arrive

There are several things you can do before Paul Davis specialists come to help. From the floors, walls, ceiling, and your favorite things, it’s crucial to work quickly to postpone water damage in your home.

The first step to take is to assess the condition of your property. We all know that water and electricity are hazardous together, so look for electrical hazards on the premises before you begin cleanup. Even if it looks harmless, don’t use items like televisions, toasters or other household appliances. Power off all breakers and circuits to avoid electrocution and ensure total safety.

Getting Started

Water can leak into everything. Remove all your smaller things to deter increased water damage. Paper and inked items like books need a flat, dry surface. This includes small tabletop items, such as lamps and knickknacks. The real work begins once you’ve moved books and other small items.

To dry your house, use air conditioning and fans. Dry water from wooden furniture and flat surfaces. Though you may want to try, don’t use a standard home vacuum cleaner to clean water. Incorrect use of these appliances can be dangerous to you and break the vacuum. When you’re ready to move furniture, stack seating like heavy chairs and sofas onto wooden and cement blocks to above them above the wet areas.

Fabrics and carpet take on weight when exposed to water. The additional weight makes fur, rugs and leather goods hard to dry. This means when you need to move a large fabric item, lift carefully. Hang draperies, clothing and other fabrics away from the affected area to dry correctly. Depending on how much water damage your home takes on, you might not be able to save every piece of fabric you own.

Water treats your property’s’ structure in a similar way it affects carpets and rugs. Ceilings and floors will warp when they take on water weight, be sure to stay clear of these hazards.

Why Call Paul?

Professionals from Paul Davis are experts on water damage. They can treat your home more effectively with a little prep work from you. We work hard to restore your house back to normal efficiently and quickly. Our technicians are experienced and have worked with severe, moderate and small amounts of water damage in different kinds of home and commercial spaces. Additionally, Paul Davis helps you with your insurance company to settle your claims effectively, so you can return to normal.