Dealing with a water damage emergency in your Palm Springs home requires quick action to minimize damage and ensure safety. Calling in professional help with water removal is the best way to ensure the situation is handled correctly. In the meantime, here are some expert tips we recommend to help prepare you to deal with a water damage emergency if one happens in your home:
Contact a Water Removal Company: The first step you need to take is to call a water damage removal company. It is best to rely on professionals who have the equipment and expertise to properly handle water damage emergencies.
Ensure Safety: We highly recommend and advise all victims of water damage emergencies to get out of the damaged area if possible and stay out until professionals have arrived to inspect the structure and ensure there is no severe damage that could compromise safety.
Turn off Electricity: If the water level is high (especially in basements) and risks compromising your electrical system, turn off the electricity supply to your home to avoid the risk of electrocution. If you’re unsure about whether or not it is safe to do so, be sure to wait for the professionals to do it instead to prevent potential harm.
Wear Protective Gear: Use water proof boots, gloves, and a mask to protect yourself from contaminants in the water if you have to be exposed to it. Again, try to stay out of the affected areas as much as possible.
Identify and Stop the Source of Water: If possible and safe, stop the water from continuing to enter your home. This could involve turning off the main water supply to your home or fixing a broken pipe. If you cannot find or stop the course of the water, wait for the water removal team and restoration professionals to come.
How a Water Removal Company Resolves a Water Damage Emergency
Remove the Water: Using tools like wet/dry vacuums when water damage is minimal or industrial submersible pumps for severe cases, water removal companies are able to efficiently remove standing water from your home.
Dry-Out the Area: The water removal company will do all it can to increase ventilation by opening windows and doors to help air circulate. They will also place fans and dehumidifiers around the damaged area to speed up the drying process and reduce moisture levels. For this step to be successful, any furniture, carpets, or other items that are soaked through by the water will be removed to allow them and the home to dry completely.
Prevent Mold Growth: Mold can start to grow within 24-48 hours following a water damage emergency, which is why a water removal company responds quickly to remove the water. They will also apply an antimicrobial solution to prevent mold and mildew growth from continuing or spreading.
How to Prevent Future Water Damage Emergencies
Install Sump Pumps: If you live in a flood-prone area, consider installing a sump pump to prevent water from flooding your home is imperative.
Improve Drainage: Ensure that your home’s drainage systems are clear from any debris and functioning well to prevent future issues from arising.
Taking quick and appropriate action can significantly reduce the impact of water damage emergencies in your home, starting with calling a water removal company right away. When you need help with water damage, call Team Delta. Our team is ready to help any time of the day, 24/7.