Be Prepared for Storms

12/5/2017 (Permalink)

Storm will come Be Prepared and then Call SERVPRO of South Garland

Rain, Hail, Tornadoes and Floods

These events are common here in our North Texas Lives, and they are something that every homeowner has or will have to deal with. So how can you protect yourself during a storm?

 General home maintenance

• Check your roof regularly to make sure it’s in good condition
• Keep gutters, downpipes and drains clear
• Remove tree branches that are close to your house
• Fix any corrosion, loose fittings and rotting or termite-affected timber
• Secure loose items around your property

General home safety preparations

• Ensure your home, contents and car insurance is adequate and current
• Identify the safest room in which to shelter during a storm
• Learn how to safely turn off your power, water and gas
• Keep water containers, a camping stove and fuel safely on-hand

If you live in a flood-prone area

• Store poisons and garden chemicals well above ground level
• Identify indoor items you’ll need to raise or empty if flood threatens
• Relocate power points well above previous flood levels

If you live in a storm or cyclone-prone area

• Get a professional builder to assess the structural integrity of your house
• Fit shutters or metal screens to your windows for added protection

IMPORTANT SAFETY TIP:

Do not use portable generators in enclosed spaces. They produce carbon monoxide – a colorless and odorless gas that can be harmful to humans

After the storm passes if there was damage from the storm or water inside your home call SERVPRO of South Garland at (972)278-7871