A practical cleanup sequence
- Address immediate safety concerns.
- Stop ongoing water entry when possible.
- Remove standing water.
- Assess which materials are wet, damaged or contaminated.
- Dry the structure and monitor remaining moisture.
- Clean, remove or repair affected materials as appropriate.
Why hidden moisture matters
Water can move below flooring, behind baseboards and into wall cavities. A room that looks dry at the surface can still contain wet materials. Learn more about structural drying and water damage and mold risk.
Floodwater is not always the same
The source of the water affects cleanup decisions. Water associated with sewage or other contamination should be treated differently from a clean supply-line leak. For wastewater incidents, see sewage backup cleanup.
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