Water Damage Emergency Tips

What you can do until help arrives

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What you can do until help arrives

Water Tips  |  Fire Tips   |  Biohazard Tips   |  Mold Tips

 Water damage can be overwhelming, when your home or commercial property floods you can rest assured that the professional efficient team at SERVPRO of Northeast Fort Worth will arrive to help within a short time.  We have the fastest response time in the industry.  We are always nearby to help our Fort Worth TX, Keller TX, and Watauga TX neighbors.  We also service areas of Fossil Creek and Woodland Springs.    

After any water damage situation, your primary focus should be safety first:

  • Is it safe to stay in the house?
  • Electrical and "slip and fall" hazards are some of the most prevalent concerns.
  • Only do activities that are safe for you to perform.
  • Wet materials can be VERY heavy. Be careful!
  • Call SERVPRO of Northeast Fort Worth we can be found at  SERVPRO water remediation

Have A  Water Damage Emergency? Call (817) 741-5737

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 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 carpet 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.