Water damage basics

9/18/2017 (Permalink)

Water damages affect many homes and businesses every year.  Each damage is unique but there are a few basic principles that can be applied once the damage has occurred. The following are some places to start in order to get your restoration project running smoothly.

First, has the source of the water intrusion been stopped? This could be as simple as turning off the water valve to the main house supply line.  Other times this may involve getting a plumber involved to unclog a drain that has backed up or replacing a sump pump that has quit working.  

Next, have you called a professional to help you assess your damage? This could include your insurance company to help you get more information about what steps they require and your coverage/deductible amounts. This could also include contacting your local SERVPRO to help assess and also mitigate any further damage.

If you need help assessing your water damage and figuring out the next steps to get your home or business back to normal contact SERVPRO of Springfield 217-528-7775