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What Not to Do After Flood

Tips for Preventing larger Losses:

Do not use an ordinary household vacuum cleanr to remove water.
Do not use electrical appliances while on wet carpet or wet floors.
Do not go into rooms with standing water if the electricity is still on.
Do not lift tacked down carpet without professional help. Lifting the carpet incorrectly could promote shrinkage of the carpet.
Do not wait to call for professional help. Damage from the water and bacteria growth can start within hours.

If the outside temperature is over 60 degrees, use dehumidifiers if available.
Use fans / air mover to circulate the air and assist drying.
Remove as much water as possible by mopping and blotting.
Lift draperies off carpet, loop through a coat hanger and place the hanger on the drapery rod.
Prop up wet furniture cushions for even drying and place small wood blocks or aluminum foil under furniture legs.
Remove wet area rugs or other floor coverings.
Open furniture drawers, closet doors and luggage for faster drying.
Move photos, paintings and art objects to a safe, dry area.
Remove wet fabrics and dry them as soon as possible. Hang furs and leather goods to dry separately at room temperature.
Remove damp books from shelves and spread out to dry.
If damage occurs during a cool season, leave heat on; if in summer, use an air conditioner if available.

AllStates - Flood Cleanup & Water Restoration Team
(732) 662-2606
56 Winged Foot Dr
Manalapan NJ 07726