Are You Prepared For The Monsoons in Northern Arizona

Emergency supply kit


     *Flash light
     *Water-Drinking and non potable
     *Important documents


When does Monsoon Season start?


     Typically the monsoon season starts mid June and continues through the months of July and August.


What should I expect during Monsoon season?
    

     A typical AZ monsoon starts with heavy winds and creates large walls of blowing dust hundreds of feet high. The dust storm is frequently followed by thunder, lightning, and heavy rain. In rare monsoon storms, hale and small tornados have been sighted. There are many varieties of monsoon storms from hard blowing dust to violent thunderstorms.

     Monsoon storms can cause serious damage to your home and business. Flying debris, downed power lines, roof leaks and ground water with mud entering your property are all possibilities during these summer months.

5 great tips ServiceMaster of Prescott if you are caught in a monsoon storm:

     1. Turn off all unnecessary electrical equipment during storms. It will decrease the draw on the power company.

     2. Have batteries available to power flashlights and radios, these will be helpful during a power failure.

     3. Limit cell phone use to emergencies only. This reduces the risk of lightning

strikes to you and your property.

     4. Stay away from plumbing fixtures, like showers, sinks, lightning can travel through metal pipes.

     5. Keep a safe distance from windows during high wind storms, blowing debris can cause damage.

How can ServiceMaster of Prescott help?

     Time is the most critical factor when dealing with flood damage. Delaying the removal of water/moisture can lead to serious structural damage to your property. The key is to remove water and dry the structure to avoid any kind of microbial growth (Mold).

Final thoughts

     Don’t wait! Call ServiceMaster of Prescott, the AZ monsoon specialists, open 24/7 365 days a year serving all of Yavapai county.

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What is water damage and how it can affect your home?

The definition of water damage is when water intrudes where it can cause materials such as carpet, the carpet padding, laminate, wood flooring, drywall, and many other porous materials to stain or separate.

The leading cause of water damage in your home is a washer machine. Faulty hoses, or improper installation of drain hose or even over loading can cause water to flood inside your home. Proper yearly maintenance will help avoid accidents like this.

Depending on the amount of water and how long it has set on the surface will determine how much damage it can cause. Water sitting on carpet more than 24 hours can cause delamination of the backing on most carpets.

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Here are some top 10 ways to prevent water damage in your home or office

Water damage can strike from any places. We suggest to take a moment and review the information below to be better informed and to reduce the need for water damage restoration from water or flood damage.

1.  Know where your water shutoff valves are.  If the hot water tank or a pipe should develop a leak, the first thing you'll need to do is to stop the flow of the water.  Knowing in advance where the valves are will make the job that much faster.  Make certain other family members know their location as well.

2.  Regularly check hoses and other connections to appliances that use water.  Washers, dishwashers and icemakers all have hoses that can become cracked and develop a leak.  Make certain that all hoses are securely connected.

3.  Look around the water heater for puddles or damp spots.  On average, a hot water heater will last from 7 to 12 years.  If yours is near the end of its life span it may be time to have it replaced.

4.  Taking showers, cooking and running the dishwasher all create moisture in the home.  While it may not seem like a lot, the repeated condensation can cause damage over time.  Install kitchen and bath vents if you don't have them.  If you do make sure they are operating properly.  Check to see that the dryer vent flap on the outside of the house is working properly.

5.  Check the plumbing under the kitchen sink and in the bathroom.  These are areas that are prone to small leaks either from the sink drain, trap joints or around the faucets.  These are also common areas where many homes need repairs due to rot.

6.  Inspect the roof for missing or broken shingles and dry, cracked caulk around flashing.  These are areas where water can enter a house.  In winter the thawing and freezing of ice and snow can allow water to work it's way into the wood structure of the roof.  If the problem goes unnoticed for a long time it could cause large areas of rot.

7.  Clean gutters regularly and make sure they are in good repair.  When gutters are working properly they direct water away from the house and prevent it from seeping into the foundation.

8.  If you have water in the basement in the spring or after a heavy rain, you should find out why.  Check the grade of the soil around the house.  It should slope away from the foundation.  If the walls of the basement are damp there may be a problem with the foundation's moisture barrier.

9.  Take extra steps in the winter to keep water pipes from freezing.  Keep temperatures high enough so pipes in the wall don't freeze.  Wrap pipes that are in un-insulated areas and use thermostatically controlled heat tape to prevent freezing.  Follow manufacturer's instructions for safe installation.

10.  Prevent fires which can lead to water damage.  Have your heating equipment, fireplace and chimney inspected regularly.  Install smoke detectors and keep fire extinguishers handy.

Contact Servicemaster of Prescott and we can help you to address the issues or to clean them when they happen... Contact us today!

 

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