Water damage is a tough situation and can happen to anyone and anywhere in the world. We all have heard the stories where floods take away everything with them or the basement fills with water during heavy rains. Water damage is no new situation, but what comes after it is a brainstorming process that is the cleaning process. Regardless of the source of water damage, it’s important to take immediate action soon as the water subsides to avoid any further repercussions. 

If we talk about money, yes, the cleaning procedure may charge you hundreds of dollars or even more than that. In some cases, people may afford it, but if you do not want to splurge your hard-earned money on water damage cleanup, then we have made a complete checklist about how to do it yourself at minimum cost. 

Let’s dive in and explore what we have stored for you!

Before learning how to practice the cleanup procedure by yourself, it’s essential to investigate how much damage has been made by the water outburst. If the damage is minimal, then it can be performed by the homeowner, but in case of excessive damage, it’s best advisable to let the professionals do what they are best at. 

Are you ready to take up this cleaning challenge? Okay, let’s begin! 

  • Make your safety your priority

Everyone’s safety is in their hands. Before you take your first step towards the cleaning procedure, make sure you are taking all the necessary precautions that will save you from the worst. Even if you feel that the water is clean and it contains no hazardous bacteria or organisms, it’s always good to be prepared in advance. 

  • Address the water source

Roll your eyes all around your house and investigate the main source of water. Is it a pipe leakage that ended up in water damage or something much more than just a noticeable leak? So, it’s extremely important to find where the water originated from and to address it soon. 

  • Dry the area asap

During such cases, it’s important to be on your toes. If there’s any standing water, make sure you extract it from your property without taking any more time. For small areas, go for dryers and fans that will dry out the affected areas properly without leaving any hidden moisture. 

  • Eliminate hidden moisture

Once the things are under your control and the water has been completely removed, switch on all the fans and take out the dryers to dry out the complete area to save your property from moisture. 

  • Remove the damaged drywall

If you notice that the carpets, cupboards, and walls have been damaged to an extent that there’s a need to remove and replace them, then do it with utmost care and safety. Also, you may try to save the carpets and furniture by drying them and keeping them out in sun. 

  • Clean your property

Now, when most of the part is done, it’s time to clean your property, appliances, furniture, and much more. This may be a time-consuming process, but believe us, after this your house will be back to you. Anything and everything that came in contact with water, make sure to properly clean and disinfect to eliminate any kind of bacteria. 

Final Verdict

It might be smart to get in touch with experts for all your small and big problems, but if you believe then you are equipped enough to handle the situation well, then why not. It’s great to be on to go rather than waiting for excessive damage. 

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