What Can I Do If I Have Stormwater Damage in My Banks Home?

7/13/2022 (Permalink)

We restore storm damage 24-hours a day in Washington County.

When there is a severe storm in Banks, and your home floods in the middle of the night, knowing what to do and NOT to do while waiting for help to arrive is important. Our team in Hillsboro and Forest Grove offers these tips from our website:

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 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 the ceiling is wet, and keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging

Call Us!

When your home or business in Banks has a storm damage emergency, our local team in Hillsboro and Forest Grove is Here to Help. ® Call us today at 503-648-8513.

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