Water Damage in Rental?

In this winter season, water can be a difficult to contain. If you have had a flood, either from backed up pipes or groundwater invading the home, here are some hints to help you. First and foremost, use a professional company to remove the water and dehumidify the property. While you are waiting for them to respond you can remove as much water as possible by mopping and blotting up water. Remove wet rugs and other floor coverings that are not permanently attached. Remove for cleaning any draperies that have gotten wet. Wipe down furniture and elevate above wet floors. Open drawers, closet and cabinet doors to encourage drying. Probably most important stay away from any electrical appliances until you know that power has been turned off.

Most of this came from a flyer provided by:

Linzie Reynolds -Account Manager -Service Master of Greater Tacoma
lreynolds@smtac-brem.com
Cell: (253) 208-9038
Phone: 1-800-339-5720
Fax: (253) 627-2709
www.smsouthsoud.com

I thank Linzie for her assistance to our profession.


John Parker- Willow Properties
Property manager since 1973
NARPM member since 1996