Tips on Water Damage

7/20/2022 (Permalink)

Regularly check areas of possible water damage. These areas can go unnoticed, and it’s better to be aware of it before it becomes an issue.

Whether it be a flooded basement after a pipe burst or a summer storm causing significant damage to your home, your personal belongings may be at risk. Keeping your children’s art projects or your cherished basketball jerseys protected is as important to SERVPRO of Henry and Randolph Counties as it is to you. Here are some helpful tips on how to save your prized possessions.

• While storing personal belongings in your basement, keep items at least six inches off the ground to help prevent possible water damage. This will stop any sitting water from soaking in.
• Plastic totes are a lifesaver for belongings when they are in an area with potential water damage. The thicker material provides better protection against the harmful effects of water.
• Be proactive and do not store any possessions near potential water damage sites. These include, but not limited to, pipes, bathrooms, and attics.
• Regularly check on areas of possible water damage from time to time. Sometimes water damage can go unnoticed, and it’s better to be aware of it early so it won’t become a major issue.
• Avoid putting your things against the walls or tucked into the corners. Stacking items close to the wall restricts the air flow, allowing condensation to accumulate and increasing the chance of mold.

Should you find yourself a victim of water damage in your home, there is no need to worry. SERVPRO of Henry and Randolph Counties offers 24/7 emergency restoration services and will clean it up, “Like it never even happened.”