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Water is essential for human life, but it can also put your home in jeopardy. Water damage can cause a lot of trouble for homeowners right after they fail and for long after. Whether it's caused by flooding or leaking from a tap, water damage is a real nightmare and can cause health and safety problems. Follow these instructions to prevent, repair, and prevent water damage from entering your home.

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Method 1 of 4: Fix after the water overflow

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   Block the flow of water. If the water overflows is caused by a broken water pipe or a water heater damage, close the main water pipe leading into the home.
   • Contact a repair specialist immediately if you are unsure of where the water is overflowing.

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   Disconnect power. If water enters your home, you will need to disconnect the electricity and gas supplies. This is not necessary when the water leaks or flows into small puddles, but is necessary when the water is submerged indoors.
   • Do not handle electrical equipment unless you have safe insulation.
   • If you have to stand in the water to disconnect the mains power, seek advice from an electrician.

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   Damage assessment. Before starting to tidy up, you need to first determine if rebuilding is the right choice. Take many photos with other documents to present to the insurance company.

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   Save the most valuable assets. If possible, you should find and remove the most important items from the floodplain, such as heirlooms, money, jewelry etc. Don't spend too much time collecting and cleaning individual items for water. is still causing damage to your home.

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   Eliminate stagnant water. The longer the water stagnates, the more damage occurs. You must pump water out as soon as it's safe. If your area is flooded, drill and pump until the water level drops below your home.
   • Wear suitable protective clothing. When working in a flooded area, you must wear rubber boots, gloves, a mask or a mask.
   • Do not let children and pets go into standing water as the water is often dirty.
   • Place the pump in the lowest position on the submerged floor. If the water is deep, you may have to lower the pump with a nylon strap.
   • For small puddles, you can use a wet-dry vacuum cleaner to absorb the water. This type of machine usually only holds about 15-19 liters of water, so you will have to pour water often.

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   Clean up trash. Be careful as there may be nails and other material remaining after floodwaters enter the home.
   • The sludge deposited after a flood often contains a significant amount of toxins. Scoop out the mud from the house and wash the wall with water. Check for mud in the air ducts, as it will be harmful after drying.
   • Snakes and rats may find shelter in your home after the flood.

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   Let electrical equipment dry naturally. Do not use any of the devices until they are completely dry. Contact the manufacturer for handling instructions. advertisement

Method 2 of 4: Control of mold

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   Mold detection. Mold is visible but can also grow in air ducts, small spaces, and between partitions. If you don't see the mold but smell the dampness, there's a good chance it has grown.

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   Quick action as soon as water damage is detected. Mold begins to grow within 24-48 hours of exposure to moisture. It will continue to grow if it is not destroyed and you must remove the moisture completely.

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   Disconnect power. If you have a power cord or cable that gets wet or grows fungus, be sure to disconnect the power before cleaning. Have an electrician check the wire before turning it on again.

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   Dry the wet area. You should dry the wet or moldy area as quickly as possible to prevent it from spreading. The longer the wet time, the easier it is for the area to grow mold.
   • Open windows if the outdoor humidity is lower than indoors.
   • Only use a moisture removal fan if mold has not yet begun to grow. The fan can cause fungal spores to spread to other areas.
   • Remove all wet objects from the area, including furniture, carpets, toys etc.
   • Throw away the carpet that has grown mushrooms. Mold is almost impossible to remove from the fibers of the carpet. All other items can be cleaned and disinfected individually.
   • Throw out contaminated food.This also means you have to throw away anything that isn't sealed in a waterproof box.

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   Dry walls and ceilings. If the wall has been damaged by floodwaters, remove all wet material, including sound insulation, wood products and anything with porosity.
   • Plaster walls are very porous, so you should replace them as soon as there is any sign of water damage.
   • Replace the wall from the floor to about 30 cm water level.
   • You can drain water from the wall by removing the baseboard and drilling holes into the floor.
   • Be sure to check for mold growing inside the wall.

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   Zoning off mold growing areas. If mold is spreading, hire a hygienist. Mold is very harmful when cleaned, because when affected, it releases spores.
   • Make sure the area is well ventilated.
   • Always wear gloves, a mask or a mask, and eye protection.

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   Clean hard surfaces. Materials such as metal, solid wood, plastic and glass should be pre-washed with ammonia-free soap and hot water. Use a bristle brush on rough surfaces such as concrete.
   • Use a wet-dry vacuum cleaner to remove standing water.
   • Disinfect all surfaces after cleaning with 10% bleach. Leave bleach on the surface for at least 10 minutes before rinsing or drying.

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   Clean the porous material. Upholstered furniture, clothing, bed linen, foot rugs, carpets, etc. are porous items. If you are wondering whether or not to keep something soaked in dirty water, you should choose a safe solution to dispose of.
   • Clean the porous material and sterilize it with pine oil cleaner. Allow material to dry completely. Observe the material for days after cleaning for signs and odors. If the mold comes back, you must throw away the object.

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   Stop cleaning if you start to notice symptoms of mycosis. As soon as you feel a health problem, stop work and consult a professional cleaning service. Symptoms include:
   • Shortness of breath, including wheezing
   • Stuffy nose
   • Dry cough
   • Itchy eyes, red eyes
   • Epistaxis
   • A rash or rash
   • Headache, dementia
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Method 3 of 4: Prevent future problems

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   Reinstallation for house with waterproof building materials. Replace materials in areas prone to flooding with water-resistant materials such as stone, bricks, waterproof concrete, and waterproof drywall.
   • Use galvanized or stainless steel nails and pins.
   • Indoor / outdoor carpeting for the basement.
   • Mounting remote lock '' - helps you better control the main water supply hose
   • Use waterproof glue.

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   Check for leaks and cracks. Check around doors and windows to make sure seals prevent water from entering. Look for signs of fading in paint and sealants, and look for signs of bulging around the doorframe.
   • Replace loose roofing sheets and pay more attention to placement around chimneys and vents.
   • Seal cracks in your foundation. Stagnant water in the foundation can seriously damage structures.

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   Repair of faulty pipes. Any leaking pipes, clogged drains, and a bad drainage system need to be repaired or replaced.
   • Check the washer and dishwasher water hose to make sure they are not cracked.

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   Prevent water seepage. Make sure the sewer pipes and gutters can carry water out of the house, and that all joints are well sealed.
   • If your gutters start to overflow after 15 minutes of continuous heavy rain, install pipes down from the gutters to aid in draining.
   • Make sure the ground around the house is steep enough so that water cannot penetrate the foundation and basement.

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   Millet of electrical equipment. If the basement is prone to flooding, you should put up electrical equipment to protect against minor floods.
   • High up anything that is easily damaged such as: washing machine, dryer, oven, water heater, power cord and personal belongings.
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Method 4 of 4: Filing a claim

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   Call the insurance company. The earlier you contact the insurance company, the sooner your claim will be processed. Claims will depend on the coverage, and they are responsible for handling your claim.

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   Make the list. List all damaged properties before starting the clean-up. Attach photos and video as evidence if any.
   • Let the claim examiner know when you will throw out things that are dangerous to health, such as dirty food. Those are the things you can claim, so they need to know this.
   • Ask about specimen storage. Sometimes you need to retain specimens of damaged property for claims purposes, such as a piece of carpet.

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   Keep all receipts. During the cleaning process, keep receipts for all supplies and services you rent. You should even keep your hotel bill for the days when you cannot stay indoors. advertisement