Helpful Tips for Storm Damage

6/22/2020 (Permalink)

When a tree strikes, A window Breaks or Lightning hits.....We have your back!

Be mindful of Storm Damage to a Building:

• Stay away from any damaged buildings or structures until authority has had a chance to examine it and determine that it’s safe.
• Wait until daylight to return to buildings so it’s easier to see and avoid any hazards.
• Leave your home or other building if you hear any shifting or strange noises- this could mean it’s about to fall.
• If you smell gas or suspect a leak, leave your house/building and contact emergency authorities right away!!! Don’t turn on the lights, light matches, smoke, or do anything that can cause a spark. Don’t return to the building until you’re told it’s safe to do so.
• Keep children and pets away from the affected area until cleanup has been completed.
• If electrical circuits and electrical equipment have gotten wet or are in or near water, turn off the power at the main breaker or fuse on the service panel. If you must enter standing water to access the main power switch, then call an electrician to turn it off.
• Never turn power on or off or use an electric tool or appliance while standing in water. Ever.
• Do not connect generators to your home’s electrical circuits without the approved, automatic-interrupt devices. If a generator is on line when electrical service is restored, it can become a major fire hazard and it may endanger line workers helping to restore power in your area.

If a storm hits, SERVPRO of Bloomington/Pontiac can board up, tarp and work with you on cleanup/restoration projects. Get your home back to pre-storm status with our help.

We can do it, start to finish.