Ventilate wet areas.
2. Turn on an air conditioner or to accelerate drying time in the summer; in the winter alternate between opening windows and using your heater.
3. Remove any standing water by sponging, blotting or using a wet vac.
4. Stay out of rooms that have damaged ceilings.
5. Remove lamps, telephones and items from tops of wet furniture.
6. Open drawers and cabinet doors for interior drying, do not force open.
7. Freeze valuable books and documents to keep out mildew growth until proper drying can be done.
8. Place china saucers, wood blocks or aluminum foil squares under furniture legs to prevent carpet staining.
9. Know where your water cut off is.