Emergency Tips

Water Damage

 

• Remove moisture with the proper equipment and trained professionals to prevent microbial growth or mildew.
• Wipe water from all wood furniture.
• Summer – turn on air-conditioning to maximize drying potential.
• Winter – alternate open windows and heating for maximum drying potential.
• Do not utilize any electronic appliances.
• Do not attempt to wash surfaces.
• Do not consume food items exposed to water.

 

Structural Drying

 

• Remove water with the proper equipment and trained personnel.
• Have a professional locate the source of the loss.
• Have a professional provide proper drying technology and techniques to prevent further damage.
• Have a professional repair any structural damage that may be necessary.
• Make sure you have a safe and clean environment after the structural drying process.

 

Fire / Smoke Damage

 

• Open windows to ventilate if possible.
• Do not use any electrical appliances or devices until they have been cleaned and checked.
• Empty your refrigerator or freezer completely if the electricity is down.
• Do not attempt to wash surfaces.
• Close doors in affected areas to localize smoke odours.
• Do not consume food items exposed to fire or smoke.
• In the winter, pour antifreeze in toilet bowls, sinks and tubs to prevent freezing if heat is down.
• Stay out of all rooms with sagging ceilings from retained water and wait for a professional.

 

Wind Damage

 

• Make sure all debris is removed by a professional.
• Any damage to the roof must be properly covered or protected so that rain or snow cannot penetrate the structure

 

Catastrophic Storms

 

• Deal with a professional and certified restoration contractor.
• Exercise patience as there are many others just like you in the same situation.
• Make sure all your insurance policies and papers are in order.
• Have a professional assess and repair any damage that may be necessary.
• Make sure you have a safe and clean environment to live in or look an alternative place to stay.

 

Vehicle Impact and Vandalism

 

• Make sure all debris is removed by a professional.
• If there is damage to a structure, have a professional ensure that it is safe and secure.
• Provides Shoring and Boarding to secure the area.
• All areas that require boarding-up should be done by a professional.