Mold, Smoke, and Disaster Cleanup: A Handyman’s Guide
As winter draws closer, we’re stepping right out of summer storms and into winter water and ice damage. It seems like nature is determined to keep us on our toes year-round. At Brock Restoration, we’re prepared to handle most anything that Mother Nature throws at us, but that doesn’t mean that we want to leave you in the dark about how you can prepare yourself for any kind of natural disaster. That’s why we’ve assembled tons of our most relevant and helpful blogs here so you can make quick references, as well as keep your home and property protected.
Disaster Cleanup Specialists
There sure are a lot of things that can go wrong in your home. From power outages to mold growth, we’ve got it all here for you.
Mold
Mold is one of the simultaneously easier to find, and harder to treat, disasters. Mold can pose a serious health risk, so make sure you follow these steps in order to treat it, and protect your family and home.
- What You Need to Know
- Figuring Out if You Have Mold
- Check for Symptoms of Mold Exposure
- Things to Avoid
- Making Sure Mold Doesn’t Come Back
Mold doesn’t have to be a scary thing, but if you are not sure how to proceed, or just want to make sure the job is done correctly and professionally, give Brock Restoration a call at 513-214-3879. We’ll make sure your mold problem is eradicated.
Fire
Fires are definitely a frightening thing. No matter how small they are, they cause a lot of damage and probably a lot of worry for you. Here are a few things you can do to prevent or stop a fire, as well as treat smoke damage.
- FAQ About Fire Damage
- Kitchen Fire Prep
- The Restoration Process
- Recovering From a Fire
- Why You Might Need Help Afterwards
Hopefully you’ll never need to take these measures, which is why we always recommend preparing for fire disasters before they happen.
Water
Water damage is probably the most common natural disasters. Water damage can be caused by a lot of things, which is why you need to constantly be on the lookout for signs. Here are a few ways you can deal with water leaks and other water damage.
- What Causes Water Damage?
- Common Occurrence: Burst Pipes
- Other Ways to Prepare
- The Cleanup Process
- Water Emergencies
We hope you use these tips and this information to help prepare for and prevent future water damage to your home. Because unlike the other two types of damage, this one can lead to other kinds of damage.
Electrical
Electrical surges are no laughing matter. They can shut your power off, destroy your appliances, and cause you a lot of heartache. Here’s some information on how to handle them, as well as what to do to protect your valuables.
At Brock Restoration, we are experts in getting your home and valuables back to working condition, and in some cases better than they were before. We understand that you won’t always want to call a restoration company, which is why we try to help prepare you for the worst. In the event that you need to call a restoration company to help you get back on track after an accident, please don’t hesitate to call us at 513-214-3879.