What to do if your home in St. Augustine is affected by water damage.

8/14/2016 (Permalink)

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Having a home by the beach can be a wonderful thing — the sand and water constantly at your fingertips, the wind in your hair, and the sounds of the sea at night — seems like paradise, right? Sometimes, though, unexpected disasters, both large and small, can strike, resulting in a great deal of home water damage. Even if you don’t know what to do when your home suffers from water damage, the professionals at SERVPRO of Greater St. Augustine/St. Augustine Beach will be at yourservice for anything you and your house may need.

So what do you do when your home is affected by water damage? First, make sure all of the electricity and electrical power is shut off before you enter your home. This eliminates the risk of being electrocuted by a loose wire or plug. Don’t move too quickly when first getting inside, especially if you have been away for a while — there could be animals living or hiding under pieces of furniture or debris. As you survey the extent of the water damage, cover and protect yourself as much as possible. This means wearing safety goggles, heavy-duty water boots, and rubber gloves. While you’re looking around, take note of anything that absorbs water, like blankets; these will have to be thrown away since they become a breeding ground for microbes and bacteria. 

After this, you will have to wait for a professional to arrive to perform a water extraction. They can adequately locate where pockets of moisture are in the house, and get rid of them. The technicians will be able to quicken the drying process to avoid mold. 

SERVPRO of Greater St. Augustine/St. Augustine Beach is a local business that offers 24-hour emergency services. They specialize in water damage, along with fire damage, mold remediation, storm damage restoration, and cleaning, for both commercial and residential buildings. 

To find out more about SERVPRO of Greater St. Augustine / St. Augustine Beach, or to schedule an appointment, you can call them at (904) 429-4457 or send them an email. You can also visit theirwebsiteand Facebook page for additional information.