Protecting Your Contents During a Flood

Flooding in your home can be a nightmare, and it always seems to happen at the worst possible time. The damage can be extensive, whether it’s from a burst pipe, heavy rain, or some other source. But fear not because you can take steps to protect your furniture, contents, and belongings while waiting for the professionals to arrive.

Let us take a look at the steps you are personally taking to salvage your content before a professional takes over.

Without further ado, let’s dive right in

Tips to Salvage Your Contents After Water Damage

Elevate Furniture with Wooden Legs

First things first, if you can safely move any furniture with wooden legs out of the affected area, do it. Use whatever you can find – coasters, plastic wrap, Styrofoam – to elevate those legs out of the water. It might seem like a small thing, but it can make a big difference in preventing water damage.

Deal with Wet Cardboard Boxes and other contents

Next up, deal with any wet cardboard boxes. If you can, move them to a dry area. Even better, transfer the contents to plastic storage bins. And before you stash anything away, make sure it’s dry. The last thing you want is to seal in moisture and invite mold to the party.

Protect Electronics

Electronics are another thing to watch out for. If they’ve been soaked, move them to a dry area and give them a wipe-down with a clean, dry cloth. Electronics and water don’t mix, so it’s important to get them out of harm’s way as soon as possible.

Document the Damage

And don’t forget to document the damage. Take pictures of anything that’s been moved or seriously damaged. It’ll come in handy later on when you’re dealing with insurance.

Why Choose ECOS to Protect Your Contents?

Now, why choose ECOS as your content-salvaging partner? Well, for starters, we’ve been in the cleanup, restoration, and salvaging business for over a decade. This gives us the opportunity to serve the homes and professional establishments in Colorado. In addition, we offer a comprehensive range of services, from removal and cleaning to storage and restoration. When you choose us, you must know we ensure you the following: 

Expertise and Dedication

Our members are experts in their field, and we use advanced inventory systems to keep track of your belongings every step of the way. And speaking of storage, our facilities are top-notch – large, protected, and climate-controlled. We handle your content like a pro. 

Commitment to Quality

ECOS’s strong determination and dedication to quality set us apart. We don’t just clean your belongings; we restore them to their pre-loss state. And we do it with meticulous attention to detail and the latest cleaning technology.

So, if you are dealing with water damage, don’t panic. Just remember these tips and give ECOS a call. With our expertise and commitment to excellence, you’ll have your home back to normal in no time.