Do's
-Use as many dehumidifiers as possible. You must keep the room temperature above 60 degrees to dry it out.-Use fans to circulate air to assist drying and resist mildew.
-Remove as much water as possible by mopping and blotting.
-Wipe furniture dry.
-Place wood blocks, plastic wrap, or foil between furniture legs and carpet to prevent staining or rusting on carpet.
-Lift draperies off carpet and hang on drapery rod via looping through a coat hanger.
-Prop up wet furniture cushions for even drying. Check for possible bleeding.-Remove orientals or other coverings from wet wall to wall coverings.
-Open furniture drawers, closet doors, luggage to enhance drying.
-Remove paintings and art objects to a secure safe location.
-Punch holes in sagging ceilings to allow water to drain.
-Remove wet fabrics and dry as soon as possible. Hang furs and leather goods to dry seperately at room temperature.
-Remove damp books from shelves and spread out to dry.
-If damage is during heating season, leaving heat on; if in summer use air conditioner if available.
Don't's
-Use household vacuum to remove water.
-Use T.V. or appliances while on wet carpet or wet floors.