Holiday Disaster Prevention

12/15/2019 (Permalink)

The holiday season is upon us and as you prepare for your safe travels, you also want to prepare your home.

Preparing your home is not something in the forefront of your mind, but creating a checklist is a good idea. In order to prevent a disaster at home consider the following:

• If no one will be staying in your home, turn off the main water supply. This will lessen the possibility of a water supply line bursting and causing extended water damage.
• Check your exposed pipes for possible leaks. Exposed pipes tend to crack more frequently due to not being insulated or protected from the elements.
• Turn off the lights on your Christmas tree and make sure the tree has ample water. Extended heat on a dry tree poses the threat of fire.
• Talk to your neighbors and see if they can watch your home. It is always a good idea to have a set of eyes on your property while you are away.

No one wants to return home from a family trip to find the aftermath of a disaster. Remember, SERVPRO of Salem West/Lincoln & Polk Counties is your local Restoration Company and even while you are away, we are available to take care of your property.

Call us today (503) 393-9999 if you find yourself in a predicament.