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Why Every Family Needs an Emergency Plan | SERVPRO of Houston County

10/1/2024 (Permalink)

Emergency kit with canned food, water, first aid, flashlight, matches, candles, and other essentials Use these helpful tips from SERVPRO of Houston County to assemble an emergency kit to keep your family safe when disaster strikes.

Living in Central Georgia means facing a variety of natural disasters. From hurricanes and tornadoes to flash flooding, it’s important to be prepared for anything. One of the most effective ways to ensure your family stays safe during a disaster is by creating a family emergency plan. This simple step can make all the difference when seconds count.

Types of Natural Disasters

Warner Robins and the surrounding communities are no stranger to severe weather. Residents can experience intense storms, particularly during hurricane season, as well as tornadoes and heavy rainfall that can lead to flash floods. These unpredictable weather patterns make it critical to have a solid emergency plan in place.

Why You Need a Family Emergency Plan

A family emergency plan isn’t just a good idea—it’s essential for protecting your home and your loved ones during an unexpected disaster. A well-thought-out plan includes clear instructions for evacuation, shelter-in-place procedures, communication, and first-aid readiness.

  1. Evacuation Plan – Know your community’s evacuation routes, have a list of important emergency contacts, and ensure every family member knows where to meet in case you get separated.

  2. Shelter-in-Place – Sometimes leaving isn’t an option. In these cases, knowing how to safely stay put can keep your family out of harm’s way. This could mean staying indoors during a tornado or flooding.

  3. Communication – In the event of a disaster, cell phone networks may go down, making communication difficult. Have a backup plan in place, such as a group messaging app or an out-of-state relative as a check-in point.

  4. First-Aid Kit – Keep a well-stocked first-aid kit, including medication, bandages, antiseptics, and non-perishable food items. Having the right supplies on hand can make a huge difference when emergency responders are delayed.

SERVPRO of Houston County Is Here to Help®

If your home is impacted by severe weather or a natural disaster, SERVPRO of Houston County is ready to step in. With expert storm damage restoration services, they can help restore your property and provide peace of mind when you need it most. A family emergency plan is a critical first step, but having professional restoration services available is equally important.

For more information on protecting your home or to get help with storm damage restoration, reach out to SERVPRO of Houston County today. Stay prepared, stay safe!

Visit SERVPRO of Houston County to learn more and get expert assistance in restoring your home after any disaster.

We're Ready....Are You?

5/2/2019 (Permalink)

If you are a commercial or residential property manager or condo association member, you should be dreading the swirly wind emoji on the accuweather app every bit as much as the single and negative termperatures we face this weekend.

Here are a few remiders from SERVPRO of Houston County...

Make random inspections of heat and air units, particularly those with external access.  Specifically, look for insulation that has settled and no longer covers pipes as intended.  

Reinspect any plumbing or external work to make sure proper installation is in place and that there are no vents where cold air can blow in.

Check doors, windows and heat in vacant units.

Remind tenants of protocol for reporting any water situation and not to ignore any signs of water intrusion or leaking.  Let them know you are prepared for anything that happens.

If you have vacancies, you should consider relocation options for renters in the event there is displacement. 

Make sure your on-call crews are ready to roll and that there is back up.  There should also be clear protocol for structural emergencies that includes calling our TEAM of Experts at SERVPRO of Houston County for all your water, fire, or mold remediation needs!

An invaluable tool offered by SERVPRO is an Emergency Ready Plan (ERP), please visit our blog to find more information on this free service and how your commercial properties can benefit by being prepared for "whatever happens!"

We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year!

Emergency Tips

3/6/2018 (Permalink)

If you have ever had a weather-related emergency, such as a flood, pipe burst, septic tank overflow you may have experienced the frustration of calling for help only to find you would be put on a list and gotten to when that person has a free moment. If you have not had a weather or event related issue at your home or business, yay for you! If you ever do have an emergency, here’s a few things to keep in mind:

  • Everyone you reach out to, whether a plumber or SERVPRO wants to help you and as quickly as possible.
  • When an area is affected, whether by a microburst, hurricane or deep freeze, the damage is common. In other words, if your pipes freeze when the temperature drops from 40 to 7 over a 24 hour period, the same thing is happening to your neighbors.
  • Immediate response resources in an area are always limited. Your plumber of 15 years cannot hire additional crews overnight, as much as he would like to.

So when this occurs, it pays to Go Big.

At SERVPRO of Houston County, our first question is always: Is the source fixed or do you need help fixing the source? No job is to big or small for our crew of certified and highly trained experts! When it comes to your property, home, or business you can depend on SERVPRO to get the job done and done right! We have the resources for all trades and labor and can properly and efficiently handle any job no matter the size!  

A brand you can trust, a company you can depend on! We are available 24/7/365 because your emergency will not wait until Monday morning.

What can you do to save on your heating bill?

1/22/2018 (Permalink)

What Can You Do to Save on Your Heating Bill?

Any season is a good season to save energy costs. With winter approaching, however, it’s even more critical as prices for home heating fuel are as volatile as ever.

The U.S. Department of Energy has the following fuel saving tips for consumers:

  • Look for furnaces with annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) ratings of no less than 78 percent.
  • Place heat-resistant radiator reflectors between exterior walls and radiators.
  • Bleed trapped air from hot water radiators once or twice a season or have a professional do it.
  • Clean warm-air registers and baseboard heaters and make sure they are not blocked by furniture, carpeting or drapes.
  • Clean or replace filters on furnaces once a month or as needed.
  • To retain heat, turn off kitchen, bath and other ventilating fans within 20 minutes after you are done cooking or bathing.
  • Install a programmable thermostat that can adjust the temperature according to your work schedule and sleeping habits.
  • Energy Star products can cut energy bills up to 30 percent. Locate retailers online at www.energystar.gov when replacing heating systems, appliances, lighting, windows, office equipment and home electronics.
  • Insulate hot water heaters and pipes.
  • Make sure your furnace or heat pump is tuned up by a professional at least once a year.

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