Water Damages can have serious long term effects if there is a lack professional handling. Whether you have had a small leak or you had a pipe burst in your basement, it is important to be aware how to deal with water damages in order to reduce the chance of serious long-term effects. We at Dry Kings want to help you to deal with your damage properly.
First of all – don’t wait to deal with the damage until it is too late. Often we meet people that let water damages sit in there properties for a few weeks or even months and the result is that mold occurs and the water destroys the interior. The longer you wait the greater the negative effects of the water damage will be. If you call us on (415) 993-1298 we will help you within an hour.
What you can do until we are with you:
Dry standing water – whenever possible, dry as much standing water as you can by soaking it up with sponges and towels. You can additionally use a box fan on the affected area to speed up your drying time—but be sure not to plug in or set the fan on any of the wet areas.
Remove saturated items – you should remove any saturated rugs or carpets, especially on hardwood, to an area where they can dry out thoroughly.
Ventilate the area – if you have a flood during the summer, use your air conditioning to accelerate drying.
Remove sensitive materials – whenever you can, remove any sensitive materials from the area, including computers, TVs, artwork, rugs, books, and anything else that can be easily transported and dried in another area.
Call your insurance company – it’s incredibly important to check with your insurance company to see what is covered for your home as soon as possible.
DON’T operate electronics – do not operate TVs, vacuums, or any other electric appliances when standing on wet flooring, especially concrete—it could result in a serious injury.
DON’T use heat to dry – in a closed-off interior space, you shouldn’t use heat to dry any affected areas because it can increase the mildew growth.
DON’T leave wet fabric together – whenever possible, separate wet fabrics and give them space to dry apart as soon as you can.
DON’T hesitate to contact a professional to deal with the damage. You may be able to clean up the visible water, but not water that goes into drywall, floors or the isolation. We have special machines that we use to those dry out– to make sure your house is restored totally from the inside out. At Dry Kings we have a skilled team that are ready to share their expertise with you, so you can trust us to get the job done right.
Call us now if you need water damage clean-up in San Francisco or Marin, we are an emergency service company and available for you 24/7.