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Flooding Emergency Tips

11/26/2019 (Permalink)

Flooded living room with red chairs and a floral couch under water and water flowing from a picture above a fireplace. For help with Flooding, Call SERVPRO of Wheaton / Glen Ellyn / Lisle at (630) 384-1040.

Water Emergencies can happen quickly and can be devastating to your home or business.  SERVPRO of Wheaton / Glen Ellyn / Lisle can arrive fast to help you.

Here are a few tips until help arrives:

What to do After Flooding

  • Remove excess water by mopping and blotting.
  • Wipe excess water from wood furniture after removal of lamps and tabletop items.
  • Remove and prop wet upholstery and cushions.
  • Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
  • Turn air conditioning on for maximum drying in summer.
  • Remove colored rugs from wet carpeting.
  • Remove art objects to a safe, dry place.
  • Gather loose items from floors.

What NOT to do After Flooding

  • Don't leave wet fabrics in place. Hang furs and leather goods.
  • Don't leave books, magazines or other colored items on wet carpet or floors.
  • Don't use your household vacuum to remove water.
  • Don't use television or other household appliances.
  • Don't turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet, and keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging.

Have Water of Flood Damage?  Call us today – (630) 384-1040

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