Emergency Water Fire/Damage Tips
If you have a flooded room or basement in your home it is best to follow these steps until professional help arrives:
- Shut off the water source, if possible.
- Place aluminum foil under the furniture legs.
- Don’t use a regular vacuum to remove the water, use a shop vac.
- Keep out of the areas where ceilings are sagging from retained water.
- Call a professional ASAP. Our crews at Anchor Water Damage & Restoration can help, Give us a call at 385-503-8676.
Emergency Fire Damage Tips
- Keep your hands clean.
- Restrict movement around the home to help prevent further damage.
- Lay down dry, colorsafe towels or old/used linens in the carpet's high-traffic areas to help prevent further dirt and staining.
- If the electricity is off, empty your freezer and refrigerator and prop the doors open.
- Wipe soot from chrome on faucets and appliances then protect with a light coating of lubricant.
- Don’t wash any walls or painted surfaces before talking to a professional of Anchor Water Damage & Restoration.
- Do not try to clean any electrical appliances that are near fire or water without consulting with experts.
