Flood Tips

Safety First!!!
When Flooding occurs there are dangers that you need to avoid.

Electricity
Flooding can short out Circuits. Make sure water is not getting on any electrical cords, outlets or and appliances. If needed shut off power to affected areas.

IF YOU ARE UNSURE ON WHAT TO DO CALL AN EXPERT ELECTRICITY CAN KILL YOU!!!

Check Your Sump Pump
If You have a sump pump see if it is working. If not Check and see if the float is stuck.

Rising Water
In a Flood Zone water can come up very fast. Make sure not to get trapped by rising waters. Many people die or need to be rescued because they refuse to leave their home. Do Not Risk Your Safety For Material Items It Is Not Worth It!!

Damage To Personal Items
When water gets on personal items it causes damage often totally destroying them. Move everything you can safely remove from the water damage area and the flood path. Water can destroy clothing, toys, movies, books and papers, pictures and about anything it comes in contact with.

Call An Expert
We hope you will call us to help you if flooding occurs but if you do not call us call someone.
Untreated your carpet, padding, walls and everything else will start to grow mold, mold is a major health hazard. Don't think you can just get the water you see and all will be ok.

Conclusion
These are some of the things you need to know when flooding occurs. Flooding can be anything from wet carpet to you house being totally covered with water. It can be rain water, a leaking pipe or sewage backup and each needs treated differently