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Richmond, VA 23230
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Fire/Water Damage Restoration Services

Benefits of Using a Water Damage Restoration Company

It is necessary to implement water damage restoration after a fire or flood damages your home. This is a multi-faced task, as it not only involves cleaning the excess water in your home, but also repairing any parts of your home that have sustained water damage and restoring it to its former state. In addition, it is necessary to begin the clean up, repair, and restoration process as soon as possible after a fire or flood to prevent mold and mildew growth, which can begin within 24 hours of such an event. Water damage restoration companies are an excellent source for homeowners who want to restore their homes as safely and effectively as possible without further damaging their homes. Water damage restoration companies offer many benefits to homeowners, and it can be helpful to know when making you decision to hire one.

Water Damage Restoration Companies Restore Your Home Quick

One of the benefits of hiring water damage restoration companies is that they can perform the cleanup, restoration process very quickly compared to the time it would take you to get it done yourself. In addition damage restoration companies means they employ several contractors at once to work quickly. This enables them to handle several aspects of water damage cleanup simultaneously to prevent damage to your home and restore it to its former state as quickly as possible.

Water Damage Restoration Companies Prevent Mold and Mildew Growth

In addition to restoring your home quickly after a fire or flood, water damage restoration companies also stop mildew growth in your home by cleaning up excess water before mold and mildew have a chance to exist in your home. Water damage restoration companies can also get rid of it with industrial cleaners to ensure it poses no danger to you or your family. Mold and mildew can present many issues it is best to let an experienced group of professionals take care of the water damage in the form of mold, mildew and other potentially harmful fungi. Water damage restoration companies are an excellent resource for homeowners who want to restore damaged fire or flood items without endangering themselves or their family members.

USEFUL SAFETY TIPS AFTER WATER ENTERING YOUR HOME

DO remove as much water (soak up with towels and mops) as possible.

DO remove water by mopping or blotting.

DO turn air conditioning on for maximum drying in summer in the first 24 hours.

DO remove area rugs, paintings, art objects, lose items, books and papers.

DO stay out of rooms where wet ceilings are sagging.

DO fold and turn dust ruffles and bedspreads that have not been directly effected up on the bed.

DO take regular cloth hangers (plastic), hang them on a drapery rod and place draperies through the hanger.

DO pin up upholstered skirts on chairs and sofas, tablecloths, etc.

DO use absorbent towels to remove visible moisture from wood furniture.

DO be careful when handling electric devices when there is standing water.

DO unplug, disconnect and relocate to the unaffected areas appliances and electronic components AFTER THE POWER has been shut OFF in the affected area.

DO lift with your legs when hauling and moving items.

DO scrub the walls, floors and non-porous surfaces and TOYS that got wet with a strong cleaning solution where an antimicrobial has not been applied.

DO take pictures of the problem before it has been repaired. Take pictures of damaged items also.

DO properly maintain and consistently check the area to make sure that the initial problem has been repaired.

SAFETY SHOULD BE YOUR FIRST PRIORITY

DON'T allow children and pets in affected areas at any time.

DON'T bleach your carpet.

DON'T use a household vacuum cleaner to remove water.

DON'T wait more than a day to fix plumbing problems.

DON'T wait more than a day to start mitigation.

DON'T forget to be clear on the amount of your deductible, and make arrangements to get it paid ASAP.

DON'T put all the wet clothing together in one bag, colors will "bleed".

DON'T wash your clothing if it has contaminated with sewage, etc.

DON'T touch appliances and electronic components until electrical power has been shut off in the affected area.

DON'T turn on lights or electrical appliances mounted on or plugged into a wet wall or ceiling.

FLOODED BASEMENT DO'S & DON'TS

DO get your plumbing or structal problem fixed immediately.

DO review your insurance policy thoroughly and call your insurance agent to inform them of the loss.

DO vacuum "hepa wet" as much water (soak up with towels and mops) as possible.

DO be careful when handling electrical devices when there is standing water.

DO lift with your legs when hauling and moving heavy items.

DO scrub the walls, floors and non-porous surfaces and TOYS that got wet with a strong cleaning solution where an antimicrobial has not been applied.

DO take pictures of the problem before it has been repaired. Take pictures of damaged items also.

DO properly maintain and consistently check the area to make sure that the initial problem has been repaired.

DON'T wait more than a day to fix any plumbing problem.

DON'T bleach your carpet and other porous surfaces.

DO put furniture up on unfinished wooden or foam blocks, pieces of aluminum foil or plastic protectors to avoid rust or furniture dyes transfer on to your flooring materials.

DO move wet clothing and separate into dark, color and white if not contaminated by sewage, etc.

DO wash clothing after separating in an unaffected area of the structure or off site.