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Preparing for Storm Season

4/23/2020 (Permalink)

Preparing for Storm Season

Spring and summer are just around the corner which means storm season is upon us. It is important to be prepared before disaster strikes to minimize damage done on your home and your finances. Rick Isaacson, Chief Executive Officer of SERVPRO Industries, Inc. encourages individuals to follow these safety precautions before disaster strikes. 

  • Know your alert system – Be aware of your community's severe weather warning system. Know in advance where you will take shelter if at home, in the office, etc.
  • Keep an emergency kit handy – Emergency kits should include first-aid supplies, enough drinking water for three days and food that doesn't need to be refrigerated or cooked. Also be sure to have several flashlights, a battery-powered radio, blankets and extra batteries within reach.
  • Take inventory of your personal property – Make a detailed list of your possessions and back it up with photos or video footage. Keep one copy in your home and another in a separate location.
  • Protect your home – Branches can cause substantial damage if they become airborne, so make sure to keep all trees properly trimmed. Also, keep a supply of lumber and other materials on hand to use to brace windows and other openings.

Isaacson adds that extensive damage can also be caused by floods, an inevitable consequence of storm season. In the event of water or fire damage, SERVPRO offers an assortment of services to help people quickly recover and restore any damaged property. SERVPRO is a 24 hour emergency service with trained professionals on standby ready to help when needed, to make the job “Like it never even happened.” 

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