From leaking pipes to heavy rains, there are a lot of things that can cause water damage to your home. It is important to be proactive and take immediate steps to prevent any further damage in such a situation. 

If your house is affected by water damage, your first step should be to call a water damage restoration company. However, there are certain things you can do yourself to minimize the damage while the technicians arrive to take a better look at your property. 

1. Disconnect All Outlets

An electrical hazard while you’re already experiencing water damage can be fatal. If you can safely reach the main switchboard of your house, turn it off immediately. In addition to that, unplug all electronic, especially expensive equipment such as the refrigerator and microwave ovens. This will reduce the risk of electrical shocks and explosions. 

2. Turn Off Main Water 

If your house is already submerged in water, you don’t want any more water to be added to it. To prevent this from happening, turn off all the taps and water sources in the house. If possible, turn off the main water of your house to minimize flooding. 

3. Remove The Water You Can 

Try to drain out as much water as you can. Mold can start developing rather quickly. Therefore, it is necessary to start removing the water as early as possible. If there are any loose carpets or rugs in the house, remove them and hang them up to dry separately.  Remember to never use a vacuum cleaner to remove the water. This won’t be effective, and it can damage the vacuum cleaner as well. 

 

If the water damage is too severe, it could be risky to enter the house without proper protection. In which case, it is better to wait for the water damage restoration technician to arrive instead of trying to handle the situation yourself.