The Tropical Queensland Summer, easily recognisable by the unpredictable hot humid days and consistent excessive rainfall; rainfall that unfortunately results to flooding throughout the state, damaging properties and disrupting lives. Flooding in Queensland is becoming ever more frequent and a natural disaster that everyone should be aware of and prepared for.
If in the unfortunate circumstance that a disaster should occur in your home or business, apply these easy to follow tips and contact your insurance company immediately to appoint a certified restoration company or contact Juvenaire for immediate assistance.
Do…
- Remove as much excess water as possible by sponging, mopping and blotting
- Wipe furniture from excess water
- Remove soft contents, magazines, books, etc that could cause dye or ink stains on carpets and furnishings
- Remove wet rugs and carpets when hard floor surfaces are risk of damage
- Place aluminium foil or china saucers between furniture legs and wet carpets
- Turn on air conditioning for maximum drying in summer and heating for speed drying in winter
- Open drawers and cabinet doors for completed drying
- Remove valuable oil paintings and art objects to a dry environment
- Remove electrical items and musical instruments to a dry environment
- Open suitcases and luggage to a dry environment or outside
- Call a professional water damage restoration specialist for emergency drying
Do not…
- Operate televisions, vacuums, computers or other electrical appliances while standing on wet carpet, floors or concrete floors as serious injury may result.
- Use general purpose outlets that have been exposed to water or excessive moisture
- Use heat to dry closed building interiors, as mildew and excess moisture may result in secondary damage and cause mould growth
- Leave wet fabrics in place, dry as soon as possible.
- Leave books, magazines or other coloured items on wet carpet or floors
With flooding comes sewage. Not the most pleasant topic however, follow the steps below to keep you and your family safe.
Do…
- Remove children and pets from contaminated areas
- Treat all areas affected by flood or sewage as extremely toxic and until properly decontaminated should have no contact
Do not…
- Attempt to move contaminated items to uncontaminated areas
- Decontaminate surfaces with over the counter sprays; this may not fully disinfect contaminated areas and remain unsanitary and unsafe for habitants
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