What Are Some Proactive Steps I Can Take If My Home Is Flooded?

5/29/2023 (Permalink)

Flooding can be caused by various events: a storm, a broken pipe, a malfunctioning appliance, or an overflowing bathtub! Whatever the cause may be, the end result is the same. It has to be cleaned up! Unfortunately, the water may cause damage to belongings, structures, and more. If you experience a flooding situation in your Hermitage/Donelson home, don't wait - call our water damage restoration team!

SERVPRO of Hermitage/Donelson can get to an emergency of any type or size immediately. Rapid response helps to minimize the damage to your Hermitage/Donelson home and the cleaning and restoration costs.

What Can I Do While I Wait For My Water Damage Professionals To Arrive? 

While you are waiting for SERVPRO to arrive, there are some proactive steps you can take to begin your restoration. Above all, remember to stay safe! If you are unsure whether an area is safe to enter, leave it for us to handle. 

What To Do After Flooding

• Remove excess water by mopping and blotting.
• Wipe excess water from wood furniture after removing lamps and tabletop items.
• Remove and prop wet upholstery and cushions.
• Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
• Turn the air conditioning on for maximum drying in summer.
• Remove colored rugs from wet carpeting.
• Remove art objects to a safe, dry place.
• Gather loose items from floors.

What NOT To Do After Flooding

• Don't leave wet fabrics in place. Hang furs and leather goods.
• Don't leave books, magazines, or other colored items on wet carpets or floors.
• Don't use your household vacuum to remove water.
• Don't use television or other household appliances.
• Turn on ceiling fixtures only if the ceiling is wet, and keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging.

What Water Damage Restoration Services Does SERVPRO Offer?

SERVPRO handles all the different types of restoration you may need. 

Here are two of our essential services: 

Contents Restoration

SERVPRO of Hermitage/Donelson specializes in restoring contents damaged by storms and other water damage events. Our commitment to "restore" versus "replace" can help you save money and preserve your irreplaceable keepsakes. We pretest your contents to determine which items can be brought back to their original condition. We utilize several methods of cleaning your contents, including:

• Dry Cleaning - Used for cleaning light residues or to pre-clean. 
• Wet Cleaning - An effective cleaning method for removing moderate to heavy residues.
• Spray and Wipe -Effective for items that can't withstand cleaning.
• Foam Cleaning - Used for upholstery fabrics that might shrink or bleed if cleaned.
• Abrasive Cleaning - Involves agitation of the surface while being cleaned. 
• Immersion Cleaning - Contents are dipped into a bath of the cleaning product.

Move-Outs/Pack-Outs

If your home requires extensive restoration or cleaning, SERVPRO of Hermitage / Donelson can organize and move out the affected area. A move-out will provide several benefits, including:

•  A quicker remodeling process
•  Protecting items from potential damage
•  Protecting contents from further on-site damage

We will work with you to coordinate the move-in according to your needs when your restoration is complete. The services offered upon move-in may depend on your insurance coverage.

Call us at (615) 885 3906 to start your restoration immediately. From fire and water to storms, mold, and odors, you can count on us to help you recover from flooding and much more!

This franchise is independently owned and operated.