Minimize
The Cost Of Your Damages NOW!
Don't
worry. Follow these 7 steps and you be able to avoid increased
damage and costs caused by the water in your basement.
Step 1
turn
off the electric in your basement. Remember, water, electric
and you DO NOT MIX. TO prevent any bodily harm,
you'll want to do this first before going back down into the
basement.
Step
2
Unplug
electrical equipment from the outlets in the wall. Do a walkaround
the walls and look for power outlets. Things that typically
are electrical in the basement include:
- Washers
- Dryers
- Refridgerators
- Freezers
- Fans
- Lights
- TV's
- Stereo's
- Portable
Heaters
- Computer
Equipment
Whenever
possible, move electrical equipment up off of the floor, and
ontop of another surface that does not conduct electricity.
A wooden shelf would be a good example of this.
Step
3
Move
porous materials off of the floor and onto another surface.
Materials that absorb water are prone to significant damage
whenever water gets into your basement. Look around. You'll
be able to see which items in your basement apply. A short list
of things to look for include:
- Magazines/Books
- Throw
Rugs
- Blankets
- Anything
paper-based
- Shoes
and Clothing
Step
4
Call
Our Office Immediately at 1-888-743-7464. We'll be able to schedule
one of our certified inspectors to evaluate your water problems,
and help you prevent them from happening again!