Flooding Tips

1/21/2022 (Permalink)

If you have experienced a flood in your home, your first step should be to call SERVPRO of Barron, Dunn & Rusk Counties at 715-643-7171. After that, please keep these tips in mind. They will help reduce the damage to your home and belongings.

 What to Do After Flooding:

• Remove excess water by mopping and blotting.
• Wipe excess water from wood furniture after removal of lamps and tabletop items.
• Remove and prop wet upholstery and cushions.
• Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
• Turn air conditioning on for maximum drying in the summer.
• Remove colored rugs from wet carpeting.
• Remove art objects to a safe and 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.
• Don’t turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet and keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging.