Friday, November 14, 2008

Safety Precautions one must take in Handling Water Damage

Handling water damage properly is very important and for this it is important to protect not only us but family members living with us. If you plan to get the things all by yourself, then it is necessary to wear protective gear. You must have the gloves, facemask, and full sleeves clothes. Have the necessary cleaning equipment like mops, towels, bucket, shovel to throw the water, and damaged things properly.

You would be capable of cleaning the place disinfecting the things but after the water incident has taken place hire water damage Restoration Company. It is necessary to check whether the house is structurally safe or not. A careful look of walls and ceilings is compulsory to ensure that the sweet home is safe to live. While inspecting if you find a sagging ceiling or pillar has collapsed stay out and get it cleared. Detecting internal stability is very important for overall safety.
Water is good conductor of electricity. Therefore switch off the main power supply. Even if the power grid is down do this “taking necessary measures is important”.
If the water level is low then general vacuum is good enough but of levels are high then you would require a motor. For this you need a professionals help. You might be thinking when power is off how will you use it … install a generator but watch out as carbon monoxide is released in an enclosed area. Further if refueling is required then let it cool off and do not attach any extension cable/ cord to it.


Use mineral water for drinking water as the water pipes might also be contaminated. It is wiser to turn off the main water supply valve. If this can’t be done all by you, hire a plumber right away. Hope you will take necessary precautions while handling water damage.

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