SERVPRO Checks for Water Cleanup Electrical Hazards in Reading

2/4/2022 (Permalink)

Regardless of the possible electrical hazards and debris in the water, team SERVPRO can help. Contact our experienced technicians for water cleanup.

Submerged Electrical Wires Are Dangerous in Reading Homes after a Water Leak

Water is highly conductive and creates dangerous conditions when exposed to electrical wires in Reading. Water leaking from faulty plumbing, overflowing laundry machines, or sinks can find its way into the internal wiring systems of your home. A wet floor with electrical cords submerged in water can short circuit. Electrical outlets submerged in water are another dangerous source of electricity for anyone stepping into the water without taking proper precautions.

SERVPRO provides water cleanup services to clients in Reading. We are onsite in less than four hours from your initial call to our office, and we respond 24/7 to all emergency calls. Whenever water is involved, there are multiple risks that clients and our employees must be aware of. For example, water can create slippery conditions on flooring and stairs. The water source may introduce a variety of chemicals or biological materials, viruses, and bacteria. There are also potential electrical hazards that can cause significant injury under the right conditions.

Our technicians perform a complete inspection to identify all of the potential hazards. If electrical hazards are identified, we will arrange for a licensed electrician to thoroughly examine and switch off all required circuit breakers to eliminate any possibility of an electrical hazard. Otherwise, we turn off all lights in the damaged area and turn off circuit breakers for these lights and electrical outlets in the room. There could be water inside the walls.

SERVPRO ensures that our team takes the appropriate precautions to protect your family and our employees while providing the services needed to restore and dry your home. Our services include:

• Water damage inspection
• Water clean up in your home
• Water removal services and water damage restoration

Call SERVPRO of Reading in Reading and nearby areas. We can help 24/7. Call (610) 779-8189.