AFTER WATER INTRUSION, YOUR HOME IS VULNERABLE TO ELECTICAL HAZARDS

5/24/2021 (Permalink)

Home after Water Damage in Ventura California

After any type of water damage, everyone is in a hurry to get things cleaned up and back to normal. From electrical fires to electric shock and even death, the dangers associated with live electricity during and following a flood should be taken seriously. While any disaster can cause electrical safety hazards, the mixture of water and electricity is very serious.

Water intrusion into an indoor environment causes significant safety concerns. If you are entering a wet property, you should take extra care to wear protective equipment and avoid electrical products. When water damage strikes your home, it is essential to maintain solid safety standards. SERVPRO of Ventura technicians use a non-contact voltage meter to assess whether electrical currents are running through devices, wires or bodies of water. Drying equipment such as electrical submersible pumps, air overs, dehumidifiers must be used in dry areas of home or with Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI).

• Portable GFCIs allow technicians to convert regular plug sockets or power from generators into water – safe outlets.
• To avoid condensation damages, electrical devices exposed to water can be maintained at a dew point.
• We use circuit analyzers to ensure that power boards are not overloaded.

For water damage assistance, contact SERVPRO of Ventura at (805) 656-3911.