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Here are 5 Tips to Prevent Water Damage this Spring!

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Spring has arrived in Georgia a month ago, and while spring cleaning has long ended (or is still in order), you also need to take steps to protect your home from unexpected circumstances, such as water damage. Water damage is a serious business and can cost you a lot, so it’s good to take proactive steps to help prevent it. We have compiled some tips you can browse to help prevent the occurrence of water damage on your home or building this spring! Inspect your gutters. Remove leaves, twigs, and other debris stuck in your gutters and downspouts to allow water to flow freely. If your gutters are clogged, water can seep into your walls. Also, ensure that your downspouts are properly positioned such that they drain and direct water a safe distance away from your home. If necessary, you may need to perform repairs on your gutters with an expert in preventative and corrective water damage issues, ServiceMaster of Savannah .   Inspect your pipes . Winter can cause your pipes to burst

Here are 5 Fire Safety Tips for Spring/Summer 2018

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As spring starts and summer approaches –and with all of the outdoor activities they bring– it is important to keep our safety in mind to avoid accidents. An unexpected fire may occur, so we have compiled these fire safety tips for you to help you enjoy the sunshine with less worries! · Practice care with cooking, whether indoors or outdoors. One of the leading causes of fire is unattended cooking. Always be mindful of your cooking equipment and place them away from combustible materials. Remove accumulated grease from time to time to prevent unexpected grease fires, and be sure to turn off the stove after use. Outdoors, keep your grill or fire pit away from bushes and shrubs. Have a bucket of  sand ready for putting out the embers before you leave. · Check your smoke detectors and fire extinguishers. Not having working smoke detectors or having malfunctioning ones can cause deaths in cases of fires breaking out. Perform a routine check of your smoke detectors and have them repaire