If you own
a carpet that’s been spoiled by water, say through a dripping pipe, or
flood waters then you should seek a solution as soon as you can because
the longer you ignore a wet carpet the worse the problem will get.
Your first step is to discover the source of the water and try and stop it,
and then you need to ascertain what kind of water it is. There are
three kinds of classification of water, the first is clean or sanitary
water and this is water that has come straight from a water pipe. The
next is known as “grey water” and is water that is usually from sources
such as a washing machine or dishwasher and water that has been in
contact with the ground. The final classification is “black water” which
is water that has been contaminated severely usually by raw sewage, and
if your carpet has been contaminated by this, it is probably going to
have to be destroyed and replaced and this should only be undertaken by a
professional company that has the skills and equipment to do this.
Carpeting
that has been affected by clean or grey water can be salvaged so long
as remedial action is taken as soon as possible. In the meantime try not
to walk too much on the wet carpet
(not a pleasant experience at the best of times) as this will cause the
glue or other bindings to weaken and may result in a loose or lumpy
carpet. Remove furniture that is situated on the wet carpet
and open doors and windows to increase the airflow, use a dehumidifier
if possible to reduce moisture in the room. This will help to avoid the
build up of bacteria and lessen the chances of mold spores settling and
growing.
In
order to save your carpet you ought to utilize the services of a
professional company that is proficient in dealing with wet carpeting as
they will have the tools and the skills to hopefully restore it to its
former glory.
For severe
conditions, and water damaged carpeting that has been exposed to
contaminated water, you really should request the assistance of a
professional. As stated beforehand, there are numerous businesses that
focus on recuperating water spoiled carpeting and they use the required
substances and know-how to make sure your carpeting can be recovered.
