Avoid mold from water damage in your home!
When you have water in places where it shouldn’t be, you can cause some intense structural damage to your home. Flooding can cause damage to your belongings as well as the actual structure of your home. However, if you are proactive, you can minimize the potential damage from water. Most water damage occurs due to an extended amount of time that the water has been sitting in a specific location. When water stays put for a prolonged period of time, mold can begin to grow to cause your home to suffer structural problems. If you are currently suffering from a flooded basement, there are a few tips you should consider to prevent any extended damage to your home as well as your belongings.
Unplug All Electronics
Disconnecting power and removing all moveable furniture is the first step towards cleaning your home after a water damage event. Flooding is the most common water damage event seen in basements. Ideally, you want to remove all the electronics located in any water damaged area. By turning the power off to the affected area, you protect your entire family from suffering any harm that can occur when electrical parts are mixed with water.
Get Rid Of The Water
Now, you want to do your best to rid your home of all the water that has accumulated. There are a few ways you can remove all the excess water from your home. There is always the old-fashioned way of using old rags and buckets to remove the excess water. However, a wet-dry vacuum is probably the best option for you. This is a surefire way that you can eliminate water from your home. Most importantly, if you choose to use a vacuum, make sure that you avoid using any extension cords as they may potentially cause harm. Remember, water and electricity is a deadly combination.
Say Goodbye to Water Damage With Environmental Consulting and Contracting Group
If you are ready to say goodbye to damp basements in your home once and for all, contact the professionals at Environmental Consulting and Contracting Group. We have over 30 years of combined experience in professional mold remediation and mold cleanup, so rest assured that we will find and remove the problem once and for all. We offer our valued customers a lifetime guarantee against the return of mold growth because we are so confident in our work. Give us a call at 1-877-591-MOLD or visit us online for more information. To learn more ways to combat mold growth in your home, follow us on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and Google+.
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