If you are in the midst of a water disaster, know that ServiceMaster Clean will be there when you call 800-245-4622. In the meantime, here are some ways NOT to mitigate the damage yourself.

What NOT to do after water damage

• Do not enter a room with standing water until electricity has been turned off.
• Do not use a regular household vacuum to remove water.
• Do not lift tacked-down carpet without our professional help.
• Do not use electrical appliances while on wet carpet or flooring.
• Do not disturb visible mold.

Act fast on water damage

The cleaning professionals at ServiceMaster Clean use advanced products, procedures, and equipment to assure the highest level of cleaning performance and protection for property and furnishings. The process unfolds in six steps:

• Inspection and assessment
• Water removal
• Anti-microbial application
• Drying: air movement
• Drying: dehumidifying
• Drying: monitoring