Dos and Don'ts in Case of Mold Damage

If you suspect mold damage...

In as little as 48 hours, mold can quickly become a problem in your home or business when there’s a water intrusion, like a roof leak or leaking water line. Mold can cause health effects and can also cause significant damage to your property. Restoration Unlimited professionals have the training, protective gear, and specialized equipment necessary to handle your mold problem.

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If you have a mold problem in your home or business, your primary focus should be safety:

• Significant mold growth can occur in 48-72 hours.

• Mold may present a greater risk to children, the elderly, and anyone with respiratory problems.

• A strong, musty odor may indicate hidden mold behind drywall or under carpeting.

DO:

• Stay out of affected areas.

• Turn off the HVAC system and fans.

• Contact a mold remediation services provider.

DON'T:

• Don’t touch or disturb the mold.

• Don’t blow air across any surfaces with visible or suspected mold growth.

• Don’t attempt to dry the area yourself.

• Don’t spray bleach or other disinfectants on the mold.

Dos and Don'ts in Case of Fire Damage

In case of fire damage:

After any fire damage situation, your primary focus should be safety:

• Is it safe to stay in the house?

• Electrical and "slip and fall" hazards are some of the most prevalent concerns.

• Only do activities that are safe for you to perform.

• Wet materials can be VERY heavy. Be careful!

 

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DO:

• Limit movement in the home to prevent soot particles from being embedded into upholstery and carpets.

• Keep hands clean so as not to further soil upholstery, walls and woodwork.

• Place clean towels or old linens on rugs, upholstery and carpet traffic areas.

• If electricity is off, empty freezer and refrigerator and prop doors open.

• Clean and protect chrome with light coating of petroleum jelly or oil.

• Wash houseplants on both sides of leaves.

• Change HVAC filter.

• Tape double layers of cheesecloth over air registers.

DON'T:

• Don't attempt to wash any walls or painted surfaces or shampoo carpet or upholstery without contacting your Restoration Unlimited.

• Don't attempt to clean any electrical appliances that may have been close to fire, heat or water without consulting an authorized repair service.

• Don't use any canned or packaged food or beverages that may have been stored near the fire, heat or water.

• Don't turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet. The wiring may be damaged.

• Don't send garments to an ordinary dry cleaner. Improper cleaning may set smoke odor.

Dos and Don'ts in Case of Water Damage

In case of Water Damage:

DO:

• Remove excess water by mopping and blotting.

• Wipe excess water from wood furniture after removal of lamps and tabletop items.

• Remove and prop wet upholstery and cushions.

• Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.

• Turn air conditioning on for maximum drying in summer.

• Remove colored rugs from wet carpeting.

• Remove art objects to a safe, dry place.

• Gather loose items from floors.

DON'T:

• Don't leave wet fabrics in place. Hang furs and leather goods.

• Don't leave books, magazines or other colored items on wet carpet or floors.

• Don't use your household vacuum to remove water.

• Don't use television or other household appliances.

• Don't turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet, and keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging.