When your home in Tulsa needs water damage restoration, regardless of where or how bad the damage is, there are certain steps that need to be taken to mitigate damages. 

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Here is a quick list of what to do when water damage strikes so you can respond quickly and get the best results for your home.

1. Remove the water: Every minute water is present, damages compounds. The only way to mitigate damage is to get the water removed so materials can stop absorbing it. Depending on how much water is present, this step can be as easy as mopping up the water or as complicated as pumping it out. Regardless of the size or scope though, the water needs to be removed as soon as possible. Wet/dry vacuums and water pumps are your best bet to quickly remove the water. If you have extensive damage and need access to this type of equipment, call a water damage restoration company right away.
2. Dry out the area: Any time moisture is left behind, it will facilitate mold growth. Materials that have not been dried out can also begin to rot, warp, bend, crack, and deteriorate. This is especially true for porous materials like wood, carpets, sheetrock, and drywall that absorb and retain moisture very quickly. To thoroughly dry out these materials, you need commercial-grade equipment like air movers and dehumidifiers. Dry time is important, so be sure to give adequate time for materials to dry completely. You do not want any moisture left behind, so you should trust water damage restoration professionals who can monitor moisture levels in the area to ensure everything is dried out.
3. Remove belongings: Any personal belongings in the area that has sustained water damage need to be removed. Furniture, rugs, textiles, and other belongings need to be removed from the water so they can be dried out and salvaged, but also so the carpets and flooring can be thoroughly dried. This is especially true for carpet since it has padding underneath that needs to be dried as well. The best way to save your floors and your belongings is to remove as much as you can from the area that sustained water damage. This will make drying much quicker and more thorough for both the room and the items.
4. Clean the area: Water damage can bring harmful contaminants with it and can leave dirt and debris behind that will need to be cleaned and sanitized. This is especially true if the source of the water was not clean (i.e. sewage). This step is best left to professionals who have the proper cleaning equipment and practice IICRC standards to provide safe and thorough results. 

When you trust the experts at Oklahoma Disaster Restoration to handle your water damage restoration, you can rest assured that the water will be removed, dried, and cleaned as quickly as possible while still providing the best results for your home and belongings. For more information or to get water damage restoration help quickly, give us a call.