Making your home liveable again after a flood can mean starting from the ground up. To help, we’ve detailed everything you need to know about cleaning wet, flood damaged carpet and what to do if you need to get rid of it altogether. When in doubt, call in a professional. Things To Consider Before Cleaning Wet Carpet Flood water is a health hazard. It is dark in colour and contains silt, sewage, bacteria and other waste. Keep this in mind when deciding between cleaning your waterlogged carpet or removing it completely. If you want to know if your carpet can be saved, ask yourself the below questions. What Is The Type of Damage?  Determine if the flood damage to your carpet is minor or major. Was the carpet completely submerged by the water or its the wet area only small? Has is been wet