Health Tips After a Storm
Helpful Tips after a Severe Storm
For cleaning surfaces such as wooden furniture, hard flooring, plastic items, etc., household cleaning products such as non-abrasive liquid or powdered kitch...
Fri, 9 Nov, 2012 at 3:51 PM
Sewage (human or animal solid waste) contains bacteria and viruses that could cause illness. To clean an area contaminated with sewage, wear rubber boots and...
Fri, 9 Nov, 2012 at 3:52 PM
If you think asbestos may be in your home, don't panic. Usually the best thing is to leave asbestos material that is in good condition alone. Generally, ...
Fri, 9 Nov, 2012 at 3:58 PM
We recommend that only licensed asbestos abatement contractors handle asbestos-containing material. They will have all the proper equipment and take the nece...
Fri, 9 Nov, 2012 at 3:59 PM
Yes, you can salvage wooden items such as shelves, work tables, cabinets and other pieces of furniture, but you need to clean and dry them properly. Clean d...
Fri, 9 Nov, 2012 at 3:59 PM
Removing water-damaged materials and drying out the home as quickly as possible are the keys to preventing mold growth after a flood. Promptly remove standin...
Fri, 9 Nov, 2012 at 4:00 PM
Mold can usually be seen or smelled. Mold may appear as slightly furry, discolored, or slimy patches that increase in size as they grow. Molds also produce a...
Fri, 9 Nov, 2012 at 4:00 PM
Yes, in some cases, but not all. Porous materials that absorb water (e.g. drywall, carpeting, upholstered furniture and ceiling tiles) and were saturated by ...
Fri, 9 Nov, 2012 at 4:01 PM
n general, moldy, porous items (items that absorb water) cannot be adequately cleaned and should not be saved. The following items need to be thrown away whe...
Fri, 9 Nov, 2012 at 4:01 PM
Don't use the system if the soil around the system is wet and flooded. The wastewater will not be treated and will become a source of pollution. Once flo...
Fri, 9 Nov, 2012 at 4:02 PM