10 Simple Water Damage Mitigation Tips

Here are 10 simple tips you can follow while waiting for our professionals, the Sacro Construction Group team, to mitigate water damage after Hurricane Helena, which has caused significant damage mainly in St. Petersburg, Tampa Bay, Fort Myers Beach, and Naples:

• Remove standing water with simple tools: Use buckets, towels, or mops to collect as much water as possible, especially in small areas. If you can use a wet vacuum, do so cautiously and only if it is safe.
• Elevate delicate furniture and belongings: Place important or fragile items like books, electronics, or clothes in dry areas or upper levels of the house to prevent further damage.
• Ventilate the house: Open all doors and windows to allow air circulation, helping to dry wet areas. If you have fans, use them to speed up the drying process.
• Dry carpets and rugs: If carpets or rugs are wet, move them to a dry place or use towels to absorb moisture. If safe, hang them to dry better.
• Disinfect simple surfaces: If you have a mixture of water and a bit of bleach, clean the surfaces that came into contact with the water, especially if it was rainwater or dirty water.
• Check windows and doors: Ensure they are properly closed to prevent more water from entering. If you find leaks, use towels or rags to contain the flow while waiting for professionals.
• Protect furniture legs: Place waterproof materials like plastic or aluminum sheets under the legs of furniture to prevent them from absorbing more moisture from the wet floor.
• Inspect hidden areas: Check under furniture, behind appliances, or in hidden corners to ensure no water or moisture is accumulating.
• Remove electronics from wet areas: Turn off and unplug any electronic devices that are in danger of getting wet. Keep electronic devices away from flooded areas to avoid accidents.
• Document the damage: Take photos or videos of the affected areas, so you have a record of the damage for insurance or professionals who will make repairs.

With these simple steps, you can significantly reduce water damage while waiting our specialized help.

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