Speed is CRUCIAL when Disaster Strikes

12/30/2021 (Permalink)

When it comes to emergencies, those who act fast can typically avoid dangerous situations and limit damage to their personal belongings. Here at SERVPRO of Ronkonkoma, we see disasters of all shapes and sizes and the one common theme is that many disasters can be limited or avoided. Here is what you can do:

Speed Limits Water Damage 

Acting fast and knowing where to go is huge for homeowners when it comes to plumbing accidents that lead to water damage. As they say in Game of Thrones, Winter is Coming and Ronkonkoma homeowners need to be prepared. When temperatures start to drop, the pipes underneath and throughout your home may start to freeze. These frozen pipes may eventually burst and cause flood damage in your basement or other areas of your home. If you have not already identified its location, be sure to locate your main water valve NOW so that you know where to go when disaster strikes. When you find its location, label it and tell everyone in your household where it is.  When damage occurs, Once you shut down the water in your home by turning off the valve, call SERVPRO of Ronkonkoma water restoration experts to get your home looking like new in no time!

Preparation Limits Fire Damage

Make sure that your home is ready in the event of a fire. Accidents happen and a fire can be looming anywhere in your home, but safety measures need to be taken to protect the things that really matter!

Be sure to check your smoke detectors every six months to make sure the batteries are working.

Lay out an escape plan for your family so everyone knows where to go if a fire occurs.

Keep your fire extinguisher in an accessible location.

Call SERVPRO of Ronkonkoma after the local fire department has completed their end of the job.

SERVPRO Limits All Damage

Whether you have mold, fire, storm or water damage, the restoration experts at SERVPRO of Ronkonkoma are here to help. Our blog helps you prepare for accidents and disasters, but our restoration technicians help you get things back to normal after they occur. We believe in the importance of speed to begin the restoration process and this will help minimize your damage.

When disaster strikes, call the SERVPRO of Ronkonkoma experts at 631-296-0465.