How to Handle Storm Damage

11/1/2018 (Permalink)

Being proactive in a storm event is the best thing you can do!

When storm damage hits Boyd, Carter, Greenup & Lewis Counties homes and businesses, it's important to know what to do until SERVPRO crews get on site.

• Call SERVPRO at (606) 836-8000 immediately upon discovering damage.
• Shut off the source of water (ie: replace sump pump) or contact a qualified party to stop the water source.
• Remove as much excess water as possible by mopping and blotting.  Use a shop vac or carpet cleaning machine to suck water from carpets.  Do Not use a household vacuum cleaner.
• Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
• Remove electronics, documents, sensitive or valuable items to a dry place.
• Use wooden clothespins to keep furniture skirting and window curtains off damp floors.
• Pull carpet back from the walls to limit water wicking into the drywall.