What To Do If Your Condominium Sprinkler Goes Off

9/20/2023 (Permalink)

Something people may not think about is how fire damage and water damage can go hand and hand. If the sprinkler system goes off in your condominium, there will likely be some kind of damage, even if it was a fluke. Here is what to do in case the sprinkler system goes off in your Nashville condominium. 

Water Damage Do’s and Don’ts

While your first step should be to call SERVPRO Belle Meade/West Nashville for assistance, there are some steps you can take, with caution, while waiting for help to arrive:

• Carefully remove excess water from around your condo by mopping or blotting.
• Wipe excess water off of wood furniture after removing tabletop items. 
• Do NOT attempt to move bulky items by yourself. Wet items can be much heavier than you think! 
• Slip, fall, and electrical risks are some of the biggest safety threats after flooding. Be sure to be careful while moving through your condo. 
• DO NOT use your household vacuum to attempt to remove water. SERVPRO technicians will utilize advanced equipment to move water out of your space rapidly. 

SERVPRO Water Damage Restoration Services

• Inspection: Upon arrival, our team inspects the scope of the water damage, making sure to account for all of the affected areas. If moisture is left standing, it could cause secondary structural damage and mold growth. 
• Water Removal: Our team gets to work removing the majority of the water. We use high-powered vacuum units and pumps to get all of the easily accessible water out of your space. 
• Drying and Dehumidification: Next, specialized equipment is brought in to remove the rest of the harder-to-reach water. Air movers and dehumidifiers will also be employed during this part of the process. 
• Cleaning and Sanitization: We will clean all restorable materials using a variety of techniques that ensure that your space is properly sanitized and free of odors or contaminants. 
• Restoration: Using our “restore vs. replace” approach, we will work to restore every bit of your home, opting for new replacements only when absolutely necessary. The result is a space that seems like it never experienced water damage! 

At SERVPRO Belle Meade/West Nashville, we take pride in the restoration work we do to preserve your home. If you experience water damage of any kind, be sure to give us a call at (615) 242-9391 or fill out the contact form on our website! 

This franchise is independently owned and operated.