Low-Effort Water Restoration Steps for Northampton Properties

1/3/2025 (Permalink)

SERVPRO is at your service for water damage restoration services in Northampton. Here to Help®

Drying Out Northampton Water Damage without Drama

Northampton, MA, is known as Paradise City because of its natural beauty and lively arts community. It's home to the Academy of Music Theatre, the oldest municipally-owned theater in the country. It hosts the Historic Northampton Museum, which explores the region's history through engaging exhibits. A water intrusion incident can rudely interrupt your blissful stay. Such water damage can feel overwhelming, especially with the horror stories you've likely heard about expensive repairs or lengthy restoration. Despite the challenges in such situations, there are several easy things you can do to help with water restoration. SERVPRO® is also Here to Help® in case you want to leave it to the pros to handle the heavy lifting.

Find a water leak if there are puddles of water. Water restoration in your Northampton home can be much easier if you limit moisture contact with materials and items. SERVPRO encourages lifting items off the floor where most of the spilled water settles to limit such contact. Precisely move small furniture, electronics, or rugs to higher surfaces. Large furniture items can stain the carpeted surfaces they sit on. Placing aluminum foil or wooden blocks under the legs prevents staining. Elevating personal belongings by stacking them on tables or shelves is equally helpful in protecting them.

Personal Items to Check

• Books
• Shoes
• Other small items

Water restoration involves considerable cleanup. Some soiling occurs when water drags in loose debris. You can manage soiling by picking up and disposing of debris, like small objects and leaves. Soaking up standing water is also essential in limiting soiling. Lay down towels, kitty litter, or paper towels to help soak up the water. SERVPRO professionals have vacuum water extractors to remove any amount of water accumulating in your home.

If the problem is wet fabrics like curtains or clothes, tossing them into the washer or hanging them to dry saves you the hassle. Surfaces may also be soaked, requiring immediate action. Wiping down tables, shelves, or countertops with towels minimizes the danger water poses to those materials. SERVPRO crews are equipped with a variety of water removal tools, including dry/wet vacs, portable extractors, and handy accessories such as carpet wands to dry off surfaces easily.

SERVPRO of Hampshire County complements your minor water restoration efforts by providing professional expertise and equipment.