Coping with Water Damage Part 2

If you are a homeowner or business owner, you might be all too familiar with the fact that water damage can occur in just about any spot of your home or business. Fortunately, Able Restoration has specialized experts with years and years of experience with both the water and fire damage field. They can show you exactly how water damage can be prevented and help you with mold remediation if necessary. To help you neutralize any water damage-related hazards, read up on some of the following precautions to help you during your recovery process.

Safety First

1. Shut Off the Power Supply. It is best that you assume that any and all power lines are still active and functioning. Locate the main circuit breaker panel and shut down the power to your home or business. Typically the circuit breaker panel can be found within a garage, utility room, basement, outdoors or on the side of the home or business.

Avoid using standard household vacuums to remove any excess water from our home or business. In fact, any type of electrical appliance should not be used while standing on wet carpet or floors.

Try not to run a generator within any type of enclosed area. The engines in generators release carbon monoxide which is extremely hazardous to your health. In addition, you should also be sure to let the engine totally cool off before you attempt to refuel and also avoid using any extension cords.

2. Shut Off the Water Supply. Find the main valve for your water supply and shut it off. It is possible that you will need pliers or some type of adjustable wrench. You can typically find the main water valve in the basement or outside the building near the water meter. If you are having problems completing the task on your own, get in touch with a plumber as soon as possible.
Whatever you do, do not use any piped water until you’ve found out if it is safe or not. Until then stick to using bottled or boiled water for washing, drinking and cooking.

For help preventing or dealing with water damage, get in touch with Able Restoration for help. Able Restoration has a team of specialists with years of experience in the water damage, fire damage and mold remediation fields. They specialize in water damage San Diego, water damage Riverside County, and water damage Orange County. If there is ever a need for assistance with a leak or damage from water, Able Restoration can be contacted 24 hours a day and seven days a week to help you with mold remediation, contents damage repair, and even general construction. Call them today for help at 1-800-696-6676.