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Saving Wet Walls and Floors
If your home was flooded, it must be disinfected and dried thoroughly to prevent mildew and future damage by wood rot.
Care For Electrical Appliances Soaked By Flooding
Many appliances get wet when flooding occurs or when other storm damage strikes. LSU AgCenter experts caution you should exercise care before putting those appliances back in service.
[Image: Cleaning Flood-damaged Homes]Cleaning Flood-Damaged Homes
Information on flood insurance claims, electrical systems, food and water sanitation, carpets and rugs, and other necessary steps to take in cleaning a flood-damaged home.
Cleaning Carpets and Floors After a Storm or Flood
It's best to get professional cleaners to work on carpets and floors, but this may not be possible. In any case, begin cleanup as soon as possible.
LSU AgCenter Advises Making Your Home Safer, Stronger, Smarter
The aftermath of hurricanes Katrina and Rita is a wake-up call for all whose homes were spared. It’s a vivid reminder of the importance of making your home stronger, safer and smarter.
Surprise! Homeowner's Insurance Policy Offers Good News After A Disaster
Many people are surprised about the extent of protection their homeowner's insurance policy offers. Although your policy may not cover flood damage to your home, it does offer some protection from loss due to natural disasters, such as hurricanes, according to LSU AgCenter family economics professor Dr. Ann Berry.
[Image: wood furniture]Proper Drying, Repair Keys To Salvaging Furniture Damaged By Water
Wooden furniture damaged by water from a storm or flood can best be salvaged by slow drying and proper repair.
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