When to contact your Adelaide domestic electrician after flooding.
January 18, 2014What to do when you return to a flooded home
When flood waters suddenly inundate your home without warning, the damage can be catastrophic. You’re suddenly forced from your home because of rising water and many times, everything must be left behind. Of course, you can’t wait to get back into your home following the disaster. As soon as the water stops rising and it begins to fall, you may want to head straight back in. But not so fast! There are plenty of hidden dangers that have to be thought out before entering your home.
Check the outside of your home
Do a visual walk around your house to see if there are any downed power lines, or electrical connections that may be in contact with the water. If there are, call the utility company to get them to fix the problem. If there’s water still around, don’t enter the home. You don’t know the extent of any structural damage at this stage.
Electrical and gas connections
When you arrive at your home, disconnecting the electrical and gas supplies are a good start. By shutting off the gas supply, you lessen the change of fire and explosion. By disconnecting the electrical supply, you lessen the chance of electrocution. It is essential that you contact your Adelaide domestic electrician – Ned Kelly Electrical – if you have any concerns about the state of your electrical supply and the safety of your home after flooding.
