Reduce Damage After A Burst Pipe with These 4 Steps

10/6/2021 (Permalink)

If you experience a water loss from a burst pipe, call the professionals at SERVPRO of Greeley/Windsor.

Water damage is a problem that bothers many property owners across the United States. You need to know how to respond before you're facing a broken pipe and the resulting flooding. One of the most important things to understand is that most of the burst pipe cleanup and repairs should be handled by professionals.

What Can You Do?

There are some steps you can take to reduce further damage while you are waiting for water damage cleanup and repair professionals.

Reduce Damage After A Burst Pipe with These 4 Steps 

1. Turn off the water at the building's main water shut off.
2. Shut off the electricity. Water and electricity are a dangerous combination.
3. Remove as much water as you can with mops, towels, and a wet/dry vacuum.
4. Open windows and doors to create airflow that removes humidity from the air.

Quick action is one of the most effective ways to prevent lasting and/or secondary damage. After completing these assignments, the rest of the work should be left to professionals.

What Should Professionals Do?

Why is it so important to let Greeley/Windsor water restoration companies handle pipe burst cleanup and repairs? However, below are reasons to take this route:

• Floodwater, from a pipe or other source, could carry sewage, chemicals, and other contaminants. A trained water damage cleanup company has the equipment and training to deal with black water.
• Moisture often makes its way into the walls, under the carpets, and into other unseen areas. Professionals know the signs that indicate potential mold growth and are prepared to prevent it.
• A burst pipe can quickly shut down your business, and you will have plenty to do trying to get your daily operations up and running again.

Ultimately, trying to clean up flooding could end up causing further damage and increasing the recovery costs.

When Should You Call a Restoration Company?

In addition to burst pipe cleanup services, contact professionals when you see that water has caused wall or floor damage, or mold presence. Call the professionals at SERVPRO of Greeley/Windsor at 970-353-1388.  Our team of professionals are available 24/7/365.

Highly Trained Restoration Specialists

Our SERVPRO Professionals are highly trained in property restoration. From initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO's Corporate Training Facility to regular IICRC industry certifications, our Professionals are equipped with the knowledge to restore your property. The SERVPRO training program includes, but not limited to, the following:

• IICRC Training
• Employee Certification Training
• Initial Franchise Training
• e-Learnings
• Continuing Education Classes