How Do I Handle Cleaning Up My Utility Room Water Damage?

4/22/2020 (Permalink)

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When water damage occurs in your home and affects your electrical system, the risk of electrical shocks can be stressful for any homeowner to tackle on their own. Fast action is needed to prevent damage, but you also cannot put yourself at risk of shocks or further structural damage. In times like these, a professional team is ideal for keeping you safe while ensuring that the issue gets fixed. 

If your Farmington residence needs water damage cleanup that is always available to restore your home, SERVPRO technicians can quickly mitigate issues and restore both structures and contents to a preloss condition. These IICRC-certified professionals know how quickly saturated water can create risks for homeowners. This team handles everything from water damage cleanup to structural repairs, all while aiding you in filing your insurance claims with extensive documentation.

Shutting Off Electricity When Your Breakers Are Water-Damaged

Call a licensed electrician immediately and do not approach the damaged panel. Electricians possess the skills and safety gear necessary to eliminate the risk of electric shocks during service. An electrician can locate the source of the moisture affecting your panel box and make repairs that prevent further damage. In the event of extensive rusting, you may need to replace the box and the circuit breakers attached to it. 

If you plan to upgrade your electrical service, the service entry cable must also be replaced. If the panel box does not require replacing, your electrician can implement arc fault circuit interrupters, which can shut off the circuits if dangerous electrical currents are present. Fortunately, most of the time, the needed repairs are much smaller.

SERVPRO Sanitizes Your Home

When water damage affects your utility room, extraction and drying are crucial to preserving your electrical system. However, water damage brings with it efflorescence, rust, and microbes that can damage your panel box. SERVPRO techs can address these concerns with EPA-registered biocides and careful cleanup of components affected by tarnish and dirt. If further repairs are necessary, techs are happy to help you get in touch with a local licensed electrician. 

SERVPRO of The Farmington Valley provides mitigation and restoration services that are Faster to Any Size Disaster. Call (860) 675-4500 for cleanup that starts within hours of your initial contact. 

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