We went to Michigan a few years ago and came back to 12 inches of water in the basement, first time ever. We were, however able to salvage quite a bit. Lost the freezer and spent weeks drying the carpet. We had to put it on milk containers and keep fans on it 24 hrs a day. But, it didn't hurt the washer and dryer, the two funaces or the water heater, PTL. Good luck. I feel for you since I've been there.