The Best Way to Remove Water From Your Basement
- 1). Pull up carpeting that is saturated, and discard it. Also, remove furniture with upholstery that was saturated by the water.
- 2). Use a wet/dry vac to remove water from any carpeting or upholstery that's just damp.
- 3). Turn on any ventilation fans in the basement, such as a fan in a bathroom or the laundry room.
- 4). Run a dehumidifier. Place it near the wettest areas, and empty it regularly.
- 5). Place a few portable fans around the basement, and run them, too. These can help expedite the drying process.
