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Celebrate the Fourth of July – SAFELY.

Thursday, July 1st, 2010

In the United States, the Fourth of July is a weekend full of friends, family, cookouts, and FIREWORKS!  Fireworks can be very dangerous if they aren’t handled properly.  Thus turning a weekend of fun into a possible disaster.  If you are planning to use fireworks, keep the following safety tips in mind:

Use fireworks outdoors only.

Obey local laws - if fireworks are illegal where you live, do not use them.

Always have water close by - a garden hose, bucket of water, etc.

Use fireworks only as intended – don’t try to alter them or combine them in any way.

Never attempt to relight a “dud” firework - wait 20 minutes and then soak it in a bucket of water.

Use common sense – Spectators should keep a safe distance from the shooter, and safety glasses are highly recommended for anyone lighting fireworks.  Fireworks have been known to backfire or shoot off in the wrong direction.  Never throw or point fireworks and someone, even if done in jest.

Keep your pets or other animals in mind - animals have sensitive ears and the noise and lights of fireworks can often frighten or stress animals.  Keep them inside if possible.  Also pick up any remaining debris at the conclusion of your fireworks.

Alcohol and fireworks do NOT mix - have a designated “shooter.”

Only persons over the age of 12 should be allowed to handle sparklers of any type – When lit, sparklers can get six times as hot as a pan of cooking oil, or 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit.

Use in a clear, open area and make sure the area overhead is also clear of obstructions – Watch out for dry grass, brush or any other type of flammable items that could catch fire, like your home or garage.

Fireworks by the numbers:

  • 30,100 - estimated number of fires caused by fireworks each year
  • 7,000 - estimated number of injuries caused by fireworks each year
  • $34 million – amount of direct property loss caused by fireworks each year

Sources:  National Fire Protection Association, Consumer Product Safety Commission, and National Council on Fireworks Safety.

Benefits of Hiring a Professional Restoration Company

Thursday, June 17th, 2010

When you have a fire or water damage in your home or business, there are many things that need to done simultaneously.  Due to the fact that the clean up process needs to begin as quickly as possible in order to prevent further damage and expense, a decision needs to be made:  Hire a professional restoration company or do it yourself?

When you choose to hire the restoration company, a team of professionals will be sent to your home to deal with the cleanup, repair and restoration process immediately.  They are also able to deal directly with your insurance company.  LDR has years of experience and employs a highly trained and certified staff.

Another benefit of hiring a professional company is the expediency with which they can get your home or business back to normal.  By acting quickly, you can prevent the growth of mold and mildew, which can cause serious health risks.  LDR employs very knowledgeable project managers that work directly with the homeowners and insurance companies to run a smooth project from start to finish.

Restoration companies also have access to specialized equipment that is either expensive to rent, expensive to own, or useless outside of a restoration atmosphere.  Industrial strength dehumidifiers, specialized air-moving machines, ozone generators, and powerful chemical cleansers are some of these items.  LDR fully uses this state of the art technology and equipment.

By working directly with your insurance company this helps to ease some of the stress that your disaster has caused.  This also includes working closely with the adjuster to determine which of your contents can be cleaned and which ones need to be replaced.

A disaster of any kind in your home or business can be a devastating and stressful experience.  We at LDR take great pride in helping to minimize the stress and getting your life back to normal as quickly and professionally as possible by taking great care in restoring your property and your most valued possessions.  This will help restore your sense of security and safety as well.

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