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Water Damage Tips
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• Remove as much excess water as possible by mopping the area or using a wet/dry vacuum.
• Wipe as much excess water from wood furniture as you can and remove tabletop lamps and other items from the furniture.
• Turn the air conditioning on for maximum drying in the summer and open the windows in the winter to release trapped for an improved indoor air quality.
• Remove any artwork and paintings from the walls if affected.
• Remove any area rugs from the floor and hang to dry outside or inside.
• Remove wet upholstery cushions from the frame and prop them up to dry immediately.
• Place plastic or aluminum foil under any furniture legs that are not plastic to prevent discoloration or bleeding.
• Punch tiny holes in a sagging ceiling to relieve trapped water make sure to place something underneath the holes beforehand to collect any trapped water.
• Make sure that electrical appliances are turned off while standing on wet carpets, floors or especially on wet concrete floors to prevent possible electrocution.
• Report your damage to your insurance company.
• Get help from a Professional for water damage restoration service. |
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