Basement Flood Clean Up Initial Steps and Safety Measures

What is the first thing to do when basement floods?

When your basement floods, it’s important to act quickly to minimize damage and prevent further problems. Here are the initial steps you should take:

**Turn off the electricity.** This is the most important safety measure you can take. If there is any standing water in your basement, do not enter until the electricity has been turned off.
**If there is any risk of structural damage, evacuate your home immediately.**
**Call for help.** If you are unable to handle the cleanup yourself, call a professional Basement Flood Clean Up service.
**Document the damage.** Take pictures or videos of the damage, and make a list of everything that was affected.

**Remove standing water.** Use a wet/dry vacuum or a pump to remove as much standing water as possible.
**Dry out the basement.** Open windows and doors to air out the basement and speed up the drying process.
**Clean and disinfect.** Once the basement is dry, clean and disinfect all surfaces that came into contact with floodwater.
**Repair any damage.** Once the basement is dry, you can begin to repair any damage that was caused by the flooding.

By following these steps, you can help to minimize the damage caused by a basement flood and prevent further problems.