Effective Cleanup Procedures for Wet Wood Floors

5/10/2021 (Permalink)

Do you have wood floors in your East Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee, property? This material can add a nice touch to your home or business. These floors are durable and easy to maintain. However, some things can pose harm to a wood floor, specifically water. If a water leak occurs or a large quantity of water dumps onto your floors, it's crucial to clean and dry it quickly. If you don't act appropriately, you may have to replace the flooring.

Potential Problems

You shouldn't worry if someone at work spills water on the ground or tracks in a little bit of moisture from outside. You will be concerned if a pipe burst occurs and expels several gallons or more on the floor. Other problematic situations include:

• Leaks in pipes that slowly but consistently drip water onto the floor
• Sewer backups or overflowing toilets
• Water leaking from the ceiling unto the floor

Remove Wet Items

If you notice wet flooring with a significant amount of water, make sure you immediately get any wet materials off the ground. This may include furniture, boxes, chairs, or desks. These items will only continue to put more water on the floor.

Extract the Water

You can remove small or moderate amounts of water from the floor with a mop or cloth. However, if there's a pipe burst and you find inches of water, you need heavy-duty equipment such as a wet vacuum to soak up the water thoroughly. It would be best if you did this as soon as possible to save your wood floor and keep mold from growing.

Dry Completely

Removing the water isn't enough; you need to dry the affected area thoroughly. A professional water removal specialist can do this with industrial-strength fans.

If a pipe burst or another incident leaves water on your floor's wood surface, don't wait until the next day to clean it up. Follow these tips and save yourself time and hassle! Contact SERVPRO of East Memphis today at (901) 754-9061.