Check the hazards before the equipment.
Screen what happened, identify professional-only conditions and—only for a limited safe case—estimate water volume, labor and drying equipment.
What happened?
Answer conservatively. An unknown answer can be more important than the apparent size of the wet area.
The next steps depend on the safety screen.
If a stop condition applies, the guide intentionally omits DIY extraction and chemical instructions.
Dry in 24–48 hours—but verify with readings.
EPA guidance emphasizes prompt drying and limits small DIY mold cleanup to roughly 10 ft². Do not use appearance alone to decide that wall, floor or carpet assemblies are dry.
Read EPA mold and moisture guidanceElectricity and floodwater change the response.
Never enter standing water when power safety is uncertain. Outdoor floodwater and sewage require contamination controls beyond this DIY planner.
Read CDC disaster safety guidanceSend the incident summary—or call now.
Calling is fastest for active water. The current source, area, elapsed time, hazards and recommendation will also be attached to this form.
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