It's an unfortunate reality that many homes or businesses will at some point fall victim to the effects of water damage. The majority of building owners who are faced with this dilemma are typically the result of some sort of failure within the plumbing system. Once water damage has occurred, the most important thing to do is find a company that is both well trained and skilled in the area of damage management. For customers in the Marietta area, Flood Pros USA is the go-to source for everything concerning water damage management.
With water damage, it's important to attack the problem as soon as possible. After 48 hours, the chance of recovering damaged property is greatly diminished. In situations like these, fast reaction times are essential. We understand this and are available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Calling a professional is key to getting the job done right.
At Flood Pros USA we understand that in addition to water removal, controlling the humidity levels inside the structure is important. A building with unsteady humidity levels is more susceptible to both mold and mildew growth.
In the event of water damage, we recommend you do the following:
- Remain calm. Call us!
- Ensure that the source of the has been turned off. This will assist in containing the damage.
- Power off the breaker in the damaged area before you attempt to unplug or move any electrical devices that are located near the wet carpet.
- Arrange aluminum foil along the legs of any furniture that is in direct contact with the wet carpet. Completing this step will help to minimize any stains left on the carpet from the furniture.
- Raise any draperies or window treatments up and off the wet floor.
- Lift up any upholstery skirts that may be hanging down on the wet floor.
- Take out any books, shoes, potted plants, or other items that can cause staining to the wet carpet.
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