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Important: Before attempting any type of disaster restoration cleanup please read our What to Do When a Disaster Hits and Emergency Tips. Also, check out our FAQ's page and Home Inventory and Security Program. Webmaster: |
WA Contractor's No.: CAPSTCC106J5 North Idaho Contractor's No.: RCE-13883
What To Do When Disaster HitsFire Damage
If you've incurred
property damage due to fire, the first thing to do after the fire department
leaves is to contact your Insurance Agent. Reliable agents are accustomed to
helping individuals and organizations that have suffered a loss. Be sure to keep
a copy of your insurance policy in a safe place. Open windows to begin to air
out the property. Limit movement within the damaged area to prevent spreading
and embedding soot particles. Blow-off or vacuum loose soot and particles from
upholstery, carpeting and drapes. Avoid using any upholstered furniture that has
not been fully cleaned. Petroleum jelly can be used to clean and protect chrome
trim on kitchen appliances. Wash soot off plants with water. Wash both sides of
the leaves and remove the top 1/2" to 1" of soil. If the furnace is
operational, change the furnace filter. Place cheesecloth over the air registers
to filter out soot. If electricity is off, empty the refrigerator and freezer
and prop the doors open to prevent mold. If the heat is off and temperatures are
below freezing, antifreeze can be used in sinks, tubs, toilets, and drains to
prevent pipes from freezing. You may want to turn the water off and drain the
water lines as an added precaution. Drain the hot water heater if the electric
or gas is shut off. Make sure that electric and gas service is shut off if
structural damage has occurred. The property should be secured by boarding up
any windows or other exterior openings that have been damaged. Do not use any
electronic appliances until they have been checked and cleaned by professionals.
Take pets to a safe environment until the clean up is completed. If you have
fish tanks, be sure to change the water. A qualified cleaning and restoration
company like Capstone
Construction
is ready to assist you through this process. Water
Damage
If you have incurred
property damage due to water, the first thing to do is to contact your Insurance
Agent. All insurance policies ask that the property owner show due diligence in
keeping loss to a minimum, so you will want to make sure that the source of
water saturation is stopped. Remove as much water as you can with wet vacuuming
or mopping. Place all fragile and delicate items out of and off any furniture
that is on wet carpet. Move furniture items to a dry area, if this in not
possible, aluminum foil, natural wood, or heave plastic wrap should be placed
under furniture to prevent further damage. Prop up or remove wet furniture
cushions to allow them to dry. Paint cans, or other items water will not affect,
can be placed under furniture or other items to keep them out of the way of
standing water. Open cabinet and desk doors and drawers to air out these items.
Move artwork and other home accessories to a dry place. In the summer, turn on
the air-conditioning to aide in removing the moisture from the premises. In the
winter you can open windows to allow the moisture to escape. Do NOT use any
electronic appliances while standing in water. Do NOT use any electronic
appliances or light fixtures that have water damage. Use only non-bleeding
towels to soak up water. If drywall ceilings are drooping, poke small holes in
the wall to release the water. Open any suitcases, boxed contents, musical
cases, etc. that have water damage to allow them to air out. Weather permitting;
these items may be placed in the sun to dry. If you need assistance
with any of these steps, contact the professionals at Capstone
Construction
and we will take the necessary measures to stop the water from causing
additional harm. The team at Capstone
Construction
is ready to control future damage caused by mold, mildew, and corrosion with our
dehumidifiers, fans, and other necessary equipment. Wind Damage
If high winds have damaged your property, the first thing to do is to contact your Insurance Agent. The property should be secured by boarding up any windows or other exterior openings that have been damaged. Remove large pieces of glass. Vacuum glass particles from the floors, window ledges, carpets and upholstery. If you need assistance, contact the professionals at Capstone Construction.
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Contact us today to discuss your options and how Capstone can help you as quickly as possible. We understand the heartbreak that accompanies a disaster. When a disaster strikes your home or business it can be a devastating experience. Your valuables, memorabilia, and all the things that mean so much to you may be harmed. Capstone employees will always have the utmost respect for you and your property. Our commitment is to get your life back to normal as quickly as possible. We will work with your insurance company to restore your property to its pre-disaster condition. From the initial call for emergency service, to each and every aspect of putting things back together again, Capstone is your full-service restoration company. You can be assured that communication will be maintained throughout the restoration process. Customer Satisfaction is our number one priority!
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