Month: May 2019

My Basement Flooded, Now What?!

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My Basement Flooded, Now What?!

 

1. Safety First

  • Don’t risk injury if your basement is flooded. If there is an inch or more of standing water in your basement, this is considered severe flooding and the water can contain harmful bacteria so avoid entering the basement if possible.
  • Do NOT touch any electrical wires. As the old saying goes – water and electricity don’t mix; touching electrical fixtures while wet can be deadly.
  • If you have experienced severe flooding, have your basement pumped as soon as possible.

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5 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Summer

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5 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Summer

With warm weather just over the horizon, it’s important to make sure things are running smoothly around your home. Summer weather like heavy rain, drought, temperature fluctuation, and more can cause your home to react in expensive ways. Preventative maintenance is crucial to avoiding costly damage or accidents down the road, so we’ve put together a list of 5 ways to prepare your home for summer.

As always, safety is the priority; wear gloves, goggles, and a mask when around possibly hazardous materials, and always have someone close by in case of emergency. When in doubt, contact professionals before attempting something yourself.

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