Do not switch it on to check.
Keep wet or potentially water-damaged equipment out of use. Do not plug it in, charge it or start a wash, heating or cooling cycle as a trial. Do not reach through standing water to unplug an appliance or operate a breaker. Arrange safe electrical isolation through a qualified professional and observe any site-access restrictions.
The Electrical Safety Foundation’s water-damaged equipment guidance explains that drying alone does not remove long-term electrical and fire risks. It identifies equipment that requires replacement and other categories where reconditioning may be possible. Those categories are not a blanket approval to dry out and reuse household devices.
Describe the reported water loss.
Water losses can affect appliances and electronics in different ways. If contamination may be involved, avoid handling affected equipment and raise the concern with the responsible claim or restoration professional.
A general description of the affected area and equipment can help the claim team understand what needs attention. Exterior appearance alone may not establish an item's condition.
Assessment can clarify the options.
GE Appliances’ water-damage information identifies water level and exposure time as factors in the decision to repair or replace flooded appliances. Guidance for the particular make and model matters; advice about one equipment category should not be applied automatically to another.
Some water-affected equipment may be suitable for restoration, while other items may need further evaluation or replacement. A specialized assessment provides clearer information for the claim.
Information that may help a claim.
- Available photographs from safely accessible areas.
- A general description of the affected equipment.
- Any existing information about the reported loss.
- Known concerns about the equipment after the loss.
- Relevant claim or restoration records.
Do not open electrical compartments, apply household cleaners inside the item or attempt to dry internal parts with heat. These actions can create hazards and change the evidence. Ask the claim handler about retention before non-urgent disposal, without delaying action required for immediate safety.
Restoration where practical.
Not every affected item needs replacement, and not every item can be restored. Tech Restore provides practical recommendations that help claim professionals consider the appropriate direction.
TECH RESTORE provides assessment, claim documentation and restoration support for affected electronics and appliances. Hazardous conditions require appropriately qualified support. See the water-damage evidence fields and approved on-site work conditions, then prepare an assessment request. This general guide does not determine cause or insurance coverage.