Remove as much water as possible by mopping or sweeping

Wipe furniture dry and block it up to allow the base to dry

Lift draperies off the carpet, loop through a coat hanger, and place
the hanger on the drapery rod

Remove wet area rugs or other loose floor coverings

Open furniture drawers, closet doors, and luggage to enhance drying

Move photos, paintings, and art objects to a safe, dry location

Remove wet fabrics and dry them as soon as possible

Remove damp books from shelves and spread them out to dry

Do not use ordinary household vacuum to remove water

Do not use electrical appliances while on wet carpet or wet floors

Do not go into rooms with standing water if the electricity is still on

Do not lift tacked down carpet without professional help. Lifting the carpet
incorrectly could damage the backing