Do's and Don'ts During Times of Disaster

Many homeowners find that when they experience a loss, whether it is a water loss or a fire, they have no idea what to do. They call their insurance company, and are told to do whatever they can to stop the damage or mitigate the loss. Calling Moore Restoration, a certified Fire and Water Damage Restoration Contractor, is certainly a good first step to consider. Moore can handle everything from emergency water extraction, personal property pack outs (removing soot and smoke damaged property from fire damaged environment), emergency board ups, roof tarps and any insurance related claim. Moore Restoration is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We are experts in the field of insurance repair, so call us for any emergency needs. Phone: (317) 791-3862 Toll Free: (866) 484-3322 Here are some tips for the homeowner should they experience a water damage or fire damage loss: IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE Do: Keep children, elderly adults, individuals with asthma and pets away from the affected area Open windows for ventilation, if outside conditions are favorable Tape a double layer of cheesecloth over air registers Apply petroleum jelly or WD-40 to chrome, such as faucets, fixtures, frames etc. Contact a certified Fire Restoration Contractor, such as Moore Restoration. Remember, handling a fire loss requires special training and knowledge. Many companies claim to handle fire restoration, so verify their qualifications. They should be IICRC (Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration) certified and/or be members of ASCR (Association of Specialists in Cleaning and Restoration). Do Not: Use radios, televisions, appliances, etc. Attempt to wipe off walls or furniture with household cleaners Use home carpet cleaner sprays IN THE EVENT OF A WATER LOSS: Do: If possible, identify and eliminate water source, calling a plumber if necessary Try to remove excess water through mopping, towels, etc. Turn on Air Conditioner in summer or heat in winter, temperature should remain between 72 - 76 degrees Remove furniture from carpeted areas and place plastic below legs Remove items stacked on wood furniture and try to dry wood Store art in a safe dry environment Blot carpet with clean white towels Call Moore Restoration Phone: (317) 791-3862 Toll Free: (866) 484-3322 Do Not: Use electrical appliances, includes ceiling fans, as wires may be wet if ceiling has damage Leave colored items near carpet (like newspapers, magazines, etc) as color may bleed Wait to contact a Water Damage Restoration professional, as mold can quickly develop