Protect Yourself
Heat Stress
When the body is unable to cool itself
by sweating, several heat-induced illnesses such as
heat stress or heat exhaustion and the more severe
heat stroke can occur, and can result in death.
Factors Leading to Heat Stress
High temperature and humidity; direct sun or heat;
limited air movement; physical exertion; poor physical
condition; some medicines; and inadequate tolerance
for hot [...]
Several areas of the country are at heightened risk for flooding due to heavy rains. This excessive amount of rainfall can happen throughout the year, putting your property at risk.
Storms over the Pacific Ocean bring heavy rains to the western United States between the months of November and April. Cresting rivers, backed-up storm drains or [...]
MOLD PREVENTION TIPS
The key to mold control and leaks is moisture control. Solve moisture problems before they become mold problems!
* Fix leaky plumbing and leaks in the home as soon as possible.
* Watch for condensation and wet spots. Fix the source(s) of the moisture problem(s) as soon as possible.
* Prevent moisture due to condensation by [...]
Educate Yourself
After getting flood insurance, there are several things you can do to minimize losses in your home and ensure your family’s safety.
1. Safeguard your possessions.
Create a personal “flood file” containing information about all your possessions and keep it in a secure place, such as a safe deposit box or waterproof container. This file should [...]
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03 Jan 2011
Several major catastrophes in 2010 resulted in substantial losses and an exceptionally high number of fatalities. The overall picture last year was dominated by an accumulation of severe earthquakes to an extent seldom experienced in recent decades. The high number of weather-related natural catastrophes and record temperatures both globally and in different regions [...]
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I know it is a little late, but here is a nice Christmas story entitled “The Grinch arrived on Christmas Day but he was sent packing by a Residential Sprinkler System”.
This is the story of a 3 year old house with an attached garage. An accidental fire started in the garage and the local fire [...]
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With the holidays fast approaching, here are some tips to keep your home safe from a potential Christmas tree fire:
Keep the tree well watered
Never locate the tree near a fireplace
Secure from falling with a sturdy well balanced base
Check your lights for any loose bulbs or frayed wires
Always turn off lights when you are not home
Avoid [...]
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Here is a story in the Southwest Iowa News about an apartment building that suffered severe damage earlier this year. In the story, there is the following quote:
“I’ve never dealt with a company that made decisions so quickly,” said Floyd Brunning, a partner at Paul Davis Restoration, the company that put the building back together [...]
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A fire in your home or business is a very scary event, but cleanup doesn’t have to be. You should immediately contact your insurance company and hire a qualified insurance restoration contractor to address the problem.
A quick response can limit the damage to your home furnishings and other possessions. A certified contractor will take the [...]
October is national fire prevention month and Paul Davis Restoration is providing consumers with important tips to prevent fire loss and keep you and your family safe. These tips will help you keep your home safe from many of the leading causes of fire.
The tips include:
Establishing a family plan with escape routes and portable ladders
Practice [...]
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