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While fires are common, prevention is the first step towards avoiding these dangerous disasters. There are many steps that can be taken in order to prevent severe damage as well as steps you must take when you encounter a fire in your home. Taking action in as little as 30 seconds can mean the difference between a small portion of …
While biohazard and trauma cleanup is a specialty service provided by ServiceMaster DRR, we would certainly want to avoid an accident or death in any situation. So, we want to educate our customers of the hidden dangers and unnecessary risks in the summer time while prioritizing safety to prevent these situations from occurring. As the end of summer is vastly …
Even minor home fires can result in the destruction of your property structure and a number of belongings. But as the smoke and soot particles accumulate on your personal items and building materials, it is important to take action immediately. This is because the smoke from the fire is acidic and will affect each surface in the home differently, quickly …
Hardwood flooring adds a pleasing, aesthetic touch to the rooms of a home. Being versatile, hardwood floors complement any home décor style, from country to modern to traditional. One element that hardwood floors do not tolerate, however, is water. Water damage to a hardwood floor leads to lingering problems if left unaddressed. The damage may be slight, such as minor …
When sewage waters back up into a home, the contamination poses as highly unsafe and hazardous. Cleanup itself requires experienced professionals, since handling the polluted mess is dangerous to human health. The best way to keep sewer waters out of your property is to know what triggers backups and to follow a few practical prevention tips. What is a sewer …
High humidity levels lead to mugginess and unease. No matter what the season, protecting your home from moisture and humidity is key to living comfortably in your home space and preventing substantial damage. Maintain the indoor humidity level of your home to between 30 and 50 percent and experience significant benefits. Along with sustaining a preferred comfort level, the ideal …
Stockpiling massive amounts of surplus items in one’s home can be seen in either of two ways: One, you’re unmotivated to give the home a solid sweep through and cleaning; or two, a hoarding disorder is starting to rear its ugly head. In the first instance, tapping into the drive to clean up is all it takes to avoid a …
Mold has the potential to harm you and your family with negative health effects, and it can also jeopardize your home’s integrity if the damage is severe enough. Knowing this, you should do whatever it takes to prevent mold growth on grout surfaces and know how to remove mold if it does develop.
Follow these safety tips to make sure your Thanksgiving holiday is both merry and safe: * Stay in the kitchen when cooking on the stove top to keep an eye on the food. * Keep all wrappers, dish towels and other flammable materials away from stoves and ovens. * Have a working fire extinguisher in the kitchen. As an alternative, baking soda can …
Keep some safety tips on hand to ensure you and your family stays safe and healthy this fall season – Halloween safety, flue prevention, school safety.
