- Know how to turn off your water, especially the kitchen sink.
Always know where your water supply is located and how to turn it off. - Call your public adjuster and file a homeowner’s insurance to report a claim.
Calling a public adjuster is highly recommended for homeowner. When in residential single-family homes in Kansas City metro area, calling the insurance company directly can be the best way to resolve an insurance claim. When calling the insurance company or public adjuster have your policy number handy.
Warning: Do not undermined the water damage situation with the insurance company, the damage may not be visible at the time you report to the insurance company so simply let them know you are not an expert and you do not know the extent of the damage.
Sometimes calling the public adjuster can be your lifesaver as they are able to attest the damage in case the insurance company has a payout issue.
- Take photos and videos of the visible water damages before moving anything.
If your kitchen floods, be sure to take photos and videos of everything that you see. Don’t undermind the importance of your documentation of the process. For everything that you see, there will be lots of issues that will most likely reveal themselves later. The more photos and videos you have the better. - Unplug all large & small appliances.
Wet electrical can cause a fire. Unplug all appliances of all sizes, both large and small. - Remove all furniture and any objects.
Only after you have taken photos and videos for your insurance company, remove all items from the area.
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- Get rid of the water.
Mop or soak up the water with towels. Or use a Wet/Dry Vacuum to collect the water. - Dry out the area.
Use fans to dry out the area. If it’s not raining outside, open windows and let the wind and breezes help out. - Spray on a mold remediation product or call a mold & mildew remediation specialist.
Mold and mildew can grow quickly and expand over time. Do not take the situation lightly! Mold and mildew affect your family’s health and you must check everywhere for it!
Call in a mold & mildew and remediation specialist if you are not able to perform this work yourself. If you’re working with a public adjuster they will do all of this for you.
- Dispose of destroyed products and furnishings responsibly. You should find your cities instructions.
- Call your home remodeling contractor or interior designer to receive renovation quotes & replacement solutions.