DO:

• Turn off water at the source. Know where shut-off valves are for sinks and toilets before an emergency happens

• Allow faucets to drip slowly during below freezing temperatures to avoid bursting pipes

• Periodically check the washing machine water hose line to ensure proper function. This a very common cause of insurance related water loss.

• Call your insurance agent to report any necessary claim.

• Call Atlanta's Best Services, Inc. to mitigate your loss. Speed is the key to reducing the amount of damage in your home or business.

  • Remove as much excess water from flooring and furniture as possible by using a wet-vac or mopping and blotting with clean white towels (to avoid color transfer)

  • Remove lamps and knick-knacks from table tops

  • Unload China cabinets and bookshelves. Furniture will have to be moved for complete drying of carpet

  • Remove wet sofa and/or chair cushions. Stand up for even drying.

  • Place wood or foam blocks or aluminum foil between furniture legs and wet carpeting/flooring.

  • Raise curtains or drapes.

  • Open drawers and cabinet doors. Do not force open if swollen as further damage can occur.

  • Punch small holes in sagging ceilings to relieve trapped water.

• Shut off water supply lines to faucets and appliances when on vacation or when the home will be vacant for an extended period of time.

DON’T:

• Turn up heat in wintertime. Moist heat causes humidity to spread to walls and ceilings throughout the house.

• Turn on ceiling fans or lights if ceiling is wet.

• Stay in rooms where ceilings are sagging.

• Walk on wet carpet.

• Leave wet fabrics in place; instead, dry them as soon as possible.

• Leave colored items on wet carpet, floors or furniture.

• Use your household vacuum to remove water.

• Use TV’s or other appliances that have come in contact with water.

This information is here for informational purposes only. Although this information is for the general safety of those that find themselves dealing with the aftermath of a catastrophe, it is not intended to guarantee against any adverse affects from following the stated advice.

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