Appliance Repair in 19153 · Southwest Philadelphia & Eastwick

When floodwater reaches a basement or ground-floor appliance, the danger is in the hours afterward. Do not plug in or switch on any appliance that sat in water, and do not enter a flooded basement while the power is on. If the water reached the electrical panel or outlets, have an electrician make the space safe first.

Floodwater is rarely clean. It can carry sewage and silt, which get into motors, pumps, control boards and insulation. Washers and dryers that only had water around the base can sometimes be cleaned, dried and repaired, but control boards and motors that were submerged often need replacement. Gas dryers, water heaters and furnaces whose controls got wet should not be lit until a qualified professional checks them. Refrigerators and freezers that took water into the insulation or compressor area are usually not worth saving, and any food that touched floodwater should be thrown out.

Insurance adjusters may want to see damaged appliances before they are removed, so take photos, write down models and serial numbers, and ask your insurer before discarding anything. A technician's written diagnosis of what was damaged and what can be repaired can help when you sort out repair or replacement.

Make sure the area is dry and the power to the space has been confirmed safe before the appointment. Tell us how high the water rose and how long it stood. Clear wet debris away from the appliances, and keep the model plates accessible. After a widespread storm, schedules fill quickly, so call or book online as soon as the space is safe.