How to clean up after a hurricane

4/6/2021 (Permalink)

• Document and photograph everything: To assist with the insurance claim process, be sure to document items you throw out. You can do this by saving your receipts, photographing the items and by making a room-by-room inventory of missing or damaged goods. Include manufacturers’ names, dates and places of purchase and prices.
• Do not throw out any expensive items, such as large televisions and furniture, until authorized by your claim representative. These items may need to be inspected first.
• Safely store personal property: Take all personal property, especially small valuables such as jewelry, to a safe place to avoid theft.
• Take special care with antiques and art: Handle antiques, art objects, sterling and brass with special care. Allow them to dry, but don’t oil or rub them since this could damage finishes or surfaces.
• Clean and dry wood furniture as soon as possible: Be careful not to rub in abrasives such as soil or plaster that may have fallen on the surfaces.
• Dry out furniture and bedding: Try to dry bedding and upholstered furniture that is saturated with water. Don’t store other possessions near these items.
• Dry and clean any carpets and rugs that have minor water damage: Carpet or rugs that have been saturated with water should be disposed of as noted above.
• Dry metal objects: To prevent corrosion, dry any metal objects, such as home appliances and drapery rods, then rub or spray with appropriate cleaning solution.
• Dry, but don’t oil radios, televisions and other electronic devices: Any electronic equipment exposed to water should be professionally serviced before use

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