The first and most important thing you need to do it to remove all standing water and extract moisture from the damaged area. It is an arduous task but you have to gather all you energy and patience and do it. But you should know that taking away water and cleaning incorrectly can make the things even worse. So it is highly recommended that you acquire professional flood restoration London service to solve the problem. They will save your home as well as your time and torments.
If moisture is not entirely removed, it will make your home a comfortable place for mold growth. Mold can cause very serious harms to the health of your family. It is really hard to get rid of all dampness only by towels and air conditioner. That makes professional service is so important. The well-trained employees use special equipment and methods that eliminate any chances of mold growth.
You have to make sure that all wet items are appropriately dried and disinfected because if any water left inside your furniture for example, it can let bacteria grow and spread all over your home and put your children at risk.
After all your home is cleaned and only bad memories have left after the flood damage, you should be aware of any future mold appearing. If you feel any unpleasant smell in the damage area, you should check that everything is alright and if it is not you should ensure that you have done all to prevent any mold appear.