Quick Actions
- Stop the water source if it is safe.
- Remove standing water from the floor surface.
- Move rugs, furniture, and boxes away from the affected area.
- Take photos before moving damaged items.
- Increase airflow if electrical systems are safe.
- Watch for cupping, buckling, swelling, or discoloration.
- Contact a restoration professional if water has reached under the flooring.
- Check for raised or warped boards.
- Look for dark staining between planks.
- Check baseboards and wall edges.
- Inspect flooring near cabinets, doors, and appliances.
- Watch for musty odor.
- Check nearby rooms for moisture spread.
- Photograph the floor from multiple angles.
- Take close-up photos of swelling, staining, or warping.
- Record the date and time the damage was found.
- Save receipts for cleanup or emergency repairs.
- Keep notes from insurance or restoration conversations.