There’s nothing worse than coming home to a flooded house. However, if this does happen, you’ll want to act quickly in order to prevent any more damage to your home. The following are a few tips for quickly assessing your flooded home:
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Check for any potential danger – The first thing you should do is make sure the flooded area is safe to move around in. If there is a risk of shock exposure due to electronics or light fixtures being exposed to water, turn off the power.
- Look for the source – There are three typical sources. The first is potable water that comes from a broken water supply line, bathtub or sink. This is the safest type of flooding. The second is gray water, which may contain food contaminants or soap but not raw sewage. The third is black water, which is highly contaminated and could contain bacteria and chemicals. The third source needs to be handled by professionals.
- Shutting off the water – Stop the source by turning off the main shut-off valve to prevent further flooding.
Keep these tips in mind and contact us at Parker Young today to repair flood damage in your home.