Floods, hurricanes, and more are all too common in the Navarre and Pensacola, FL area. From big storms to broken pipes, there are many ways that your home can become water damaged. Regardless of the cause, taking quick action is the best way to prevent serious problems or structural damage to your home, and to keep your possessions from being ruined.
At the first sign of water damage, your first move should be to call a trusted restoration team to begin the cleanup job. Hiring a professional is important because of concerns for the structure of your home as well as health risks. If left alone, a water-damaged basement or room can become a breeding ground for mold and bacteria. If the source of the water is a sump pump, toilet, flood, or sewage backup, that comes with its own inherent set of risks. Certain microorganisms in these dirty waters are hazardous contaminants that can cause negative health effects through either direct contact or inhaling suspended particles in the air. Cleanup of dirty water requires protective gloves, boots, and face masks, as well as thorough disinfection after the water has been fully removed. At The Carpet Clinic, our service team is trained on how to handle even the most difficult restoration jobs.
If you're dealing with flooding in your home, it's important to remember that a quick response time will make a big difference. While you wait for a water damage cleanup expert to arrive and begin working, there are certain things you can do to minimize the damage to your carpeting:
- Stop the water source if possible, such as turning off the water line to your faucet, washing machine, etc.
- Move small furniture and documents out of the way
- Hang curtains & drapes up to avoid contact with wet carpeting
- Never use a home vacuum to clean up the water yourself
- Place aluminum foil under furniture legs to avoid further damage