From roof leaks to natural disasters, there are a variety of reasons why your property might flood. When your home flooring experiences prolonged exposure to moisture, you’ll likely have questions about everything from water extraction to carpet cleaning. Below, you’ll find a helpful guide on what to do in the wake of water damage to your carpets.

What to Do After Your Carpets Sustain Water Damage

Repair Any Problems

In many cases, indoor flooding occurs as a result of leaky or burst pipes. Shut off your main water supply until help arrives. Schedule an appointment with a professional plumber who will locate the damaged pipes and repair them to prevent more water from flowing onto your floors. Indoor flooding may also happen due to roof leaks, so hire a roofing contractor to patch them prior to cleaning your floors. 

Remove Water 

Water extraction is crucial when it comes to mitigating flood damage to your home. In the event of minor flooding, use a shop vac to remove water from the area. Take any furniture out of the space and move it to a dry and well-ventilated location. Wearing protective glasses, gloves, and a mask, mix a solution of bleach and water, and spray it onto your carpets to disinfect them. Dry the area with industrial fans for about 48 hours.

Replace Carpeting

If you can’t remove all of the water from the area, your carpets won’t dry and mold will develop. Get in touch with a professional restoration team to perform water extraction, mold remediation, and carpet replacement to make your property dry, sanitary, and safe again.

If your property experiences indoor flooding, the team at SERVPRO of Greater St. Augustine / St. Augustine Beach will help. They offer emergency services for fire and water damage, including water extraction and carpet cleaning, to residents across Saint Augustine, FL. Call (904) 429-4457 to get a quote on residential restoration and visit them online to learn more about their carpet cleaning and water damage restoration services.