How to deal with flood damage

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Stop the water flow

Before you do anything else, make sure that the flood doesn’t get any worse by stopping the flow of water if you can. A lot of floods are caused by burst pipes, so turn off the main water line before proceeding any further.

Switch off the power

With big floods in any property, switching off the power is a priority. Remember not to handle electrical appliances unless you know they’re safe and don’t stand in the water when you turn the electricity off, unless otherwise instructed by an electrician.

Assess damage and rescue possessions

Take lots of pictures to show your insurance company of the damage and work out exactly how you’re going to proceed with the clean-up. If possible, save the most important items and belongings from the water, but try not to prioritise this whilst the property’s still being damaged.

Call in an expert

At Croft, we strip and dry your property after a flood and can install damp-proof solutions. We can tailor flood damage repair to the customer in question and safely deal with getting your property back into shape in no time.


Has your home or business been affected by flood damage? We can provide efficient solutions and advice – contact a member of our expert team on 01202 737739 today for more information.

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