Floodgates Don't Have To Open When Water Damage Strikes! Here Are Three Things To Do While Waiting For Us To Arrive

8/30/2022 (Permalink)

Water damage brings a slew of aftereffects that are not fun to handle if you don't start the cleanup and restoration process immediately. The musty odor and wet floors don't do much to calm your mind and think of where to start first. Before the floodgates open, remember that you don't have to go through water damage alone - you have your Nashville neighbors! At SERVPRO of Belle Meade and West Nashville, we have the expertise to handle both residential AND commercial damage. We offer various services ranging from specialty cleaning to mold damage caused by flooding. While SERVPRO is run on a 24/7 emergency response time, we can't teleport to Green Hills the second you call us- if we could, we would! But while you are waiting, we have compiled a list of the top three things you can do on your own while you wait for the professionals (AKA us!) to take care of the rest. 

What Are The Top Three Things You Should Do To Lessen The Damage Caused From Flooding?

Before you go back into your Green Hills home or business, the first question you MUST ask yourself is, "am I safe staying inside the building?" If you answered no to that question, you might want to look into our move-outs and pack-outs services. 

• If it IS safe enough to go back inside, beware of wet materials, which can be heavy! Mop and blot excess water so you can lighten the load. 
• We are still in summer, so you should turn on your air conditioning for maximum drying. 
• Place wood blocks or aluminum foil between furniture legs and wet carpeting to put pressure on the furniture parts and prevent water from traveling up.

Oh No- Your Toilet Overflowed! What Type Of Contaminated Water Is This, And How Can It Affect Your Green Hills Property?

It should come as no surprise that water from sewage systems is considered very dangerous and unhealthy, especially if you come in direct contact with it. Special training and equipment are necessary to thoroughly clean and decontaminate the affected areas, which is why you need professionals! But first, this type of water is…

• Category two or three, depending on the situation! Category two water or "gray water" is a toilet overflow with some urine, but category three water is a toilet overflow with feces or water from beyond the toilet trap. 
• These types of water can cause illness or discomfort if you come in contact with it, so it's best to avoid them as much as possible.
• Both category two and three water types contain bacteria and viruses that can leave a mark on your Green Hills home or business. Our team uses OSHA-approved cleaning agents, deodorization methods, and disinfectant products to stop bacteria growth and rid your property of other harmful microorganisms. 

Water damage can make a profound impact on society at large. It is critical to take action immediately if or when this happens to you. The first step is to contact us, and our rep will ask you questions about your water damage incident. All you have to do is call us at (615) 242-9391. We'll handle the rest! 

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