How to be Safe After a Disaster?

General Safety Tips

Prior to entering a building, must check the building for a structural damage of if it is safe to enter. Make sure that the structure is not weakened or shifted.

Turn off any gas lines. Open the house to let the gas escape.

Wear protective gears such as gloves for hands to avoid injury, mask to avoid inhaling any remaining gas, hard hats to avoid any falling debris and sturdy shoes to not to step on any debris (watch out for nails, broken glasses, holes, splinters and falling plaster).

When entering a damage building only use a flashlight. Matches, lighters and torches sparks can ignite the gas and cause a fire or an explosion.

Never use any appliances, they may cause an electric shock, overheat, or start a fire. Make sure everything has dried up and all appliances are repaired and safe to use.

SAFE Water Supply

Flush plumbing features with a bucket of water to be sure they are open.

Septic tanks that overflows might mix with the water that flows through our house’s plumbing. 

Check if tubes and pipes have leaks. Call a Plumbing expert for the repair.

Do not drink the water from faucets. Let the authority inspect the water for sanitary reasons.

Private water is also not safe, boiling the water thoroughly before drinking must be done first.

Electrical Safety

Do not use the electrical system in a damaged building until it has been checked by a professional electrician.

Start the Clean Up: Contents Cleaning

Start the general clean up as soon as possible, especially after the flood. Make sure to completely dry and clean the whole house before living in it.

Moist areas can be a home for molds. Before molds build up, call a backup for Structural Drying.

Delay permanent repairs until buildings are thoroughly dry.

Keep the Children Safe

Keep the chemicals, disinfectant, poisons for insects and pests control out of children reach.

Be sure children are safe and kept in a cool dry place. Never leave the children or let them play around the damage buildings or any unsafe place.

Boil and sanitize children’s toys, cribs, playpens and play equipment. Toys that are hard to wash and clean can be discarded.

Do not allow children to play in contaminated water or sand. Cleaning buckets are not to be played with children, even with small amounts of liquid and if they topple into a bucket, it may not tip over and they could drown

Each situation should be handled with caution to keep the safety of valuables. Whole House Cleaning should be performed by an expert to prevent serious issues later. ServiceMaster by Lovejoy Reconstruction Team is licensed and insured as a general contractor to handle all your repairs and reconstruction services for damages due to storm, natural disasters and more.  Contact ServiceMaster by Lovejoy, a service provider, near Atlanta, Sandy Spring, Decatur, Stockbridge, Conyers, McDonough, Stone Mountain, Covington, Social Circle, DeKalb and surrounding areas. Call 678–293–0297,

·         Water Damage

·         Dehumidification

·         Structural Drying

·         Fire Damage

·         Contents Cleaning

·         Fire Damage Reconstruction

·         Soot and Smoke Damage

·         Storm and Disaster Emergency Team

·         Mold Inspection & Remediation

·         Water and Storm Damage

·         Water Removal

·         Construction and Repairs

Prevent Mold Growth

Home or business office is a place where we usually stay and spend the rest of our time. We don’t want to harm ourselves unintentionally inside our homes or workplace. So, get the molds far away!

Mold grows in an area where moist is present. Mold maybe present on your clothing, food, carpet, walls, pipes, ceiling, tiles, shower room and some areas where it can't be seen. It’s better to prevent and control mold before it becomes an issue. It has spores which spread easily and can’t be totally eliminated. It may cause you health threat like irritation and allergens. Prevent it to grow by checking every post inside your home. If there’s a possible mold growth, address the issue immediately to lessen the burden and cost. Inspect the area where usually wet and let it dry as soon as possible. Use mold-resistant products which are highly water resistant. It’s difficult to get off the mold and replacement can be expensive. Prevent moisture buildup with proper ventilation and control the humidity level. Also, create a drainage wherein water will flow and will not be stagnant in a high and not sloop area. Keep your gutters clean and do a repair if necessary to avoid water collection and possible leak source. Set a regular schedule to inspect common areas in your home to make sure no origin of moisture that will contribute to mold growth.

It can be controlled and prevented with proper approach of cleaning. When it comes to mold prevention, there’s no specific all in one remedy. It is important that you know what will work in your present location climate and your home. Mold inspection and remediation are services that will stop the molds from staying in your home. One of the most dangerous type of mold is called black mold. It has toxins discharges known to be responsible to severe respiratory infections. It needs a professional to manage and do a remediation to remove it and never return again. Quality cleaning and keen attention to every details are the key to excellent service. Call us now at 678-293-0297, for immediate assistance. ServiceMaster by Lovejoy proudly delivers high quality professional mold remediation service near in Atlanta, Sandy Springs, Decatur, Stockbridge, Conyers, McDonough, Stone Mountain, Covington, Social Circle and Dekalb County. For more service and further details visit https://www.servicemasterbylovejoy.com/mold-inspection-remediation-atlanta-sandy-springs-decatur-stockbridge-conyers-mcdonough-stone-mountain-covington-social-circle-dekalb/.