Flood Preparedness Tips
This summer has been very wet! Many areas of the state have experienced flooding and more rain is in the forecast. What should you do if you are under a flood watch or warning?
HERE ARE A FEW FLOOD WARNING TIPS FROM THE CDC:
- Gather the emergency supplies you previously stocked in your home and stay tuned to local radio or television station for updates.
- Turn off all utilities at the main power switch and close the main gas valve if evacuation appears necessary.
- Have your immunization records handy or be aware of your last tetanus shot, in case you should receive a puncture wound or a wound becomes contaminated during or after the flood.
- Fill bathtubs, sinks and plastic soda bottles with clean water. Sanitize the sinks and tubs first by using bleach. Rinse and fill with clean water.
- Bring outdoor possessions, such as lawn furniture, grills and trash cans inside or tie them down securely.
Back to School and...GERMS!
Back to school means new teachers, new friends, new school supplies...and GERMS!
According to WebMD: "The average American child has six to 10 colds a year. In fact, children's colds cause more doctor visits and missed school days than any other illness. And every parent knows how easily colds passed to other family members once one child gets sick."
So what can parents do to protect their children?
Here are 10 tips from WebMD. WebMD has much more information on each tip so click here to learn more.
- Have your children immunized.
- Teach your children how and when to wash their hands.
- Make sure your child has hand sanitizer.
- Teach your child germ etiquette.
- Be sure your child has their own school supplies.
- Teach your child not to share at school.
- Teach your child germ hot spots.
- Keep your childs backpack clean.
- Build your child's immunity from the inside.
- Provide classroom germ supplies.
LEARN MORE ABOUT GERMS IN THE BACKPACK AND LUNCHBOX
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7 Secrets to Making Your Restoration Project Successful
- If you have a question about your claim, ask us first, before you call your insurance company. We often can answer your questions immediately. If not, we will help you get the answer.
- Set aside some time to review the complete estimate with your Supervisor at the beginning of the job. That way everyone is in agreement with what is going to be actually done.
- Discuss any changes you would like to make, such as flooring, etc as soon as possible with your Job Supervisor. That way we can prepare a change order right away and there will be no delays in your project.
- Make selections as soon as possible. You may need to decide paint colors, flooring styles, etc. This will ensure your project continues to run smoothly.
- Allow the restoration team full days to work at your home. Some stages of the project just cannot be done in a few hours time.
- Call your Project Manager for any scheduling questions or concerns.
- Call your Project Manager for any questions relating to how work will be done or the scope of repairs.