Being Prepared
It always helps to be as fully prepared as possible in case of an emergency flood. You should have a flood plan, which can help you act quickly and make practical decisions in the event of a flood. The most important thing to do is to keep your family safe and protected at all times. You should always remain calm, no matter how difficult the situation is. Your family depends on your quick thinking and reactions during an emergency, which means this is the time where they need you most.
Flooding can occur from plumbing issues inside your house. Always make sure to shut off the water supply by closing your inside stop valve. It always pays to contact a plumber in advance, so that your plumbing is thoroughly inspected and regulated. This can help prevent any major flooding inside your home. Here are a few helpful tips on how you can stay fully prepared in the event of a major flooding situation:
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Your safety and the safety of your family is most important, so move them and your pets upstairs, with a clear plan on how to safely evacuate the house.
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Make sure you turn off your electricity and gas supply, if it is safe to do so. You should never touch sources of electricity when standing in a wet floor.
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Move valuable items upstairs or to a high point in your property, where the water damage cannot spread.
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A simple way to keep rainwater out of your house is to waterproof your walls. You can apply special waterproofing coating to the interior or exterior walls in your basement. These waterproofing coatings can be water or oil based.
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Disconnect any household appliances that use water, such as, washing machines and dishwashers. A leaky hose could also be a reason to where the flood damage is coming from, so pay attention to these details.
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The most important step you can take to preventing floods is to make sure your gutters are free of leaves and dirt and sticks. Make sure your gutters are tightly secured to your home.
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