• Remove as much water as possible by mopping & blotting.
• Remove wet area rugs or other floor coverings not permanently attached. DO NOT attempt to start removing your wall-to-wall carpet.
• Lift draperies off the floor, loop thru a coat hanger and place the hanger on the drapery rod.
• Wipe furniture legs, prop up wet furniture cushions for even drying and place aluminum foil under furniture legs.
• Move photos, paintings and art objects to a safe, dry location.
• DO NOT remove books from shelves. Rather pack them tightly to prevent warping of pages until the ServiceMaster professional can begin this specialized drying.
• Open drawers, closet and cabinet doors to enhance drying.
• Turn on air conditioning (in the summer) or dehumidifiers to assist in the drying process. If there is SEWAGE DAMAGE, turn off the HVAC system.
• Damage from water and bacteria growth can begin within hours. Call ServiceMaster.

What not to do:

• DO NOT enter a room with standing water until the electricity has been turned off.
• DO NOT use a regular household vacuum to remove water.
• DO NOT lift tacked-down carpet without professional help.
• DO NOT use electrical appliances until rooms are dry and wet appliances have been tested by authorized repair service.
• DO NOT disturb visible mold.