Getting Rid of Water

Water damage can occur at any given moment, which is why, you should always be fully prepared for it. Water can get easily trapped inside your walls, floors and ceiling, so you need to act quickly, once you’ve experienced any form of water damage. Here are a few helpful tips that you can follow to help remove excess water from your home:

Shut off water source if possible. You should always be able to locate all valves in your house.
Remove as much water as possible by mopping and blotting the saturated area. You’ll need a mop and some disinfectant to clean up the areas as well. Wipe furniture to remove excess water and Prop up wet furniture cushions for even drying. Place aluminum foil between legs and wet carpet. Lift drapes off flooring, loop them through a coat hanger and hang on a curtain rod. Remove wet area rugs. Turn on air conditioner if damage occurs in summer.
Move valuable paintings, art objects and photos to a safe and dry place. Open closet doors, furniture drawers and luggage to help in drying. You should remove any wet fabrics and dry immediately.

These helpful tips will definitely come in handy during a water damage situation. It’s highly advisable that you contact a professional water restoration company that can fully assist you, and check for mold. You should never use electrical appliances while standing on wet flooring or carpets or go into any room where the ceiling is sagging. Remember, your safety comes first, so you should always make sure you’re taking the right safety precautions beforehand.

Who to Call in an Emergency?

At Rescue 911, we work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and 365 days a year, so you can always reach us. We’re a friendly and reliable water restoration company, with many years of experience helping satisfied clients get their homes back to normal. Our job is to safely and quickly remove the excess water from your house. We work with the most qualified technicians that can restore your home in no time. All of our equipment is environmentally friendly, which means you’re always getting the best services. Don’t let that excess water leak into other parts of your house. Let us come to your rescue today!