If you ever experienced any type of water damage in your home, you know how devastating it can be.  I compiled a list below of what you should do and what you should not do, in case you ever have this problem.

Should you happen to have a water damage emergency, it’s important to act quickly to help minimize any damage to your home.

13 Things To Do:

1. Shut off your water throughout your home
2. Try to get rid of any extra water by blotting it or mopping it up
3. Make sure you wipe any water that may be lingering on any lamps which can be a fire hazard. Also wipe off furniture made out of wood.
4. Set out any cushions you may have to dry
5. Wrap aluminum foil around furniture legs to protect them from your wet carpet.
6. If it’s summer and you happen to have an air conditioner, use it. It will help dry everything somewhat faster.
7. Open all closet and cupboard drawers and doors throughout your home.
8. Store all your valuables in a safe place
9. Keep everyone who lives in your home, including any pets, away from the water damage

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10. Start taking pictures or better a video of your damage
11. List each of your personal items that were damaged
12. Document an exact itemized list of all your repairs along with a receipt for each.

13. Hire a Professional to help you with all of the above and more

3 Things Not To Do:

1. Vacuum to remove all water
2. Use a hair dryer or any other type of electrical appliance to help dry while walking through your water damage
3. Set paper items such as magazines or books on your wet carpet or wet floor.

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