If water gets into a building, what is the primary action we want to take?

The primary action when water gets into a building is to let it out. This means that the immediate focus should be on removing the water from the structure to prevent further damage. Water intrusion can lead to serious issues such as mold growth, wood rot, and structural damage, so the first step is to address the water presence by draining or extracting it.

Once the water is out, other actions may follow, such as sealing any entry points or implementing conventional water management strategies to prevent future occurrences. However, containment or storage of water is not typically desired in situations of intrusion; instead, the aim is to eliminate the water to mitigate adverse effects on the building environment and its integrity.