How to get water out of a carpet after a flood – and prevent damp, mold, and mildew from spreading

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After a flood, either from a burst pipe or storm, your home can be left damp and damaged, with you left in the lurch.

While a disaster like this can leave you stunned and not sure how to move forward, the first step is to always try to dry things out. It's important that if your home is affected, you act fast, especially when it comes to large home fittings such as getting water out of carpet, lest you risk mold and mildew.