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When Water Damage Strikes

6/13/2021 (Permalink)

Do you know what to do when water damage strikes your residential or commercial property? SERVPRO® of Cape Girardeau & Scott Counties does! We are Here to Help you and your family in your time of need.

Did you know the first 24 hours following a water loss are the most important in preventing secondary or permanent damage? It’s true! Here at SERVPRO® of Cape Girardeau & Scott Counties, we stand behind our 1-4-8 philosophy. 

One hour

Within one hour from notice of loss, one of our heroes will contact you to arrange for service. You’ll know help is on the way!

Four hours

Within four hours of loss notification, one of our professionals will be on-site to start mitigation services. The key to reducing damage and saving money is responding quickly to your damage.

Eight hours 

Within eight business hours of on-site arrival, a verbal briefing of the scope will be communicated to the appropriate person, normally your adjuster or property manager.

It’s critical you know what to do if -- or when -- water damage strikes. We’ll provide you with three tips. 

Tips: 

  1. Shut off the water source, if possible, or contact a qualified professional to stop the water source.
  2. Turn off circuit breakers for wet areas of the building when access to the power distribution panel is safe from electrical shock.
  3. Do not enter affected areas if electrical outlets, switches, circuit breakers, or electrical equipment are exposed to water. Always avoid electrical shock hazards.

Immediate action needs to be taken if you’re experiencing a water or storm event. Fast response time is vital to help prevent further damage. The heroes here at SERVPRO® of Cape Girardeau & Scott Counties are faster to any size disaster. 

When water damage strikes your home or business, contact the Brand leader in the cleanup and restoration industry: SERVPRO® of Cape Girardeau & Scott Counties. We’re Here to Help you 24/7, 365 for all your emergency service needs. Just call 573-339-1948.

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