WATER DAMAGE

To reduce the Harmful Effects of Water

THINGS TO DO after you have called a professional:

• Insure that there isn’t and electrical hazards caused by water rising above electrical outlets.
• Prop up wet upholstery cushions to promote drying.
• Place aluminum foil of saucers between furniture legs and wet carpet.
• Remove and broken glass from carpet and upholstery.
• Remove valuables to higher, dryer locations.
• Remove as much excess water until the restoration company arrives.
• Remove all containers and objects that may cause staining; paints, ink, chemicals and cosmetics.
• Soak up water carefully using only clean, colorless towels.
• Pick up colored magazines and non-colorfast substances right away.

THINGS NOT TO DO:

• DO NOT turn on electrical appliances.
• DO NOT use your home vacuum to remove water.
• DO NOT turn on ceiling fixtures if the area in wet.