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Priorities of preliminary safety and loss mitigation procedures after a fire. Disaster recovery, cleaning and restoration of smoke, soot and water-damaged valuables, furnishings, carpeting, flooring, oriental rugs, draperies, etc. Salvage manual for book collections. Specialized drying equipment and restorative drying techniques. Carpet cleaning and stain removal.
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Air Conditioning Condensate Line Water Damage [22196] 
An air conditioning unit can become a source of water damage
Archives & Preservation [17841]
Answers questions about preservation of records, disaster prevention and recovery and more
Answers questions about preservation of records, disaster prevention and recovery and more
Cleaning After a Fire [35720]
How to clean sooty walls, basic salvage after a fire, coping with wet rugs and more
How to clean sooty walls, basic salvage after a fire, coping with wet rugs and more
Cleaning Flood-Damaged Homes [25868]
Steps to take to control water damage from flooded bathrooms, etc
Steps to take to control water damage from flooded bathrooms, etc
Consumer Guide to Carpet Cleaning [17806]
Covers misconceptions, questions to ask before you hire a carpet cleaner and more
Covers misconceptions, questions to ask before you hire a carpet cleaner and more
Disaster Recovery of Water-Damaged Valuables [17842]
Procedures to salvage water-damaged family heirlooms, textiles, photographs, etc.
Procedures to salvage water-damaged family heirlooms, textiles, photographs, etc.
Early Response Tips for Water Damaged Collections [17821]
Sample procedures for salvage of books, audio/video tapes, blueprints, microfilm, photos and more
Sample procedures for salvage of books, audio/video tapes, blueprints, microfilm, photos and more
EIFS System [22232]
Information on Exterior Insulation Finishing Systems and water intrusion problems
Information on Exterior Insulation Finishing Systems and water intrusion problems
Emergency Drying Procedures for Water Damaged Collections [18338]
How to save water damaged antiques
How to save water damaged antiques
Evaluating Roof Deck Problems [23410]
Evaluations are subjective and typically rely on visual observations
Evaluations are subjective and typically rely on visual observations
Evaluation and Repair of Deteriorated Garage Floors [24613]
A discussion of inspection and repair options
A discussion of inspection and repair options
Fabric Care Center [21095]
Laundry Tips, Stain Removal Guides, Reading a Label, Care Symbols, Fabric Care topics, & More
Laundry Tips, Stain Removal Guides, Reading a Label, Care Symbols, Fabric Care topics, & More
Fire & Water Restoration Tips [17810]
Emergency tips compiled by members of the National Institute of Fire Restoration
Emergency tips compiled by members of the National Institute of Fire Restoration
Flooding - Before, During, After [29216]
Your plan should include components that deal with the following
Your plan should include components that deal with the following
IICRC Storm Damage Restoration Recommendations [17812]
Issues related to water-related losses due to storm damage
Issues related to water-related losses due to storm damage
Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification [25753]
Database of certified firms & technicians, plus helpful advice
Database of certified firms & technicians, plus helpful advice
Managing Water Infiltration Into Buildings [1947]
Approach for remediating water problems in buildings due to floods, roof leaks, sewage backup, etc.
Approach for remediating water problems in buildings due to floods, roof leaks, sewage backup, etc.
Preservation of Library & Archival Materials Emergency Management [20020]
Reference materials for emergency planning and disaster recovery of books, records, photographs, etc
Reference materials for emergency planning and disaster recovery of books, records, photographs, etc
Preventing Water Damage in Your Home [22194]
From broken pipes to leaking appliances, water damage can wreak havoc
From broken pipes to leaking appliances, water damage can wreak havoc
Procedures for Salvage of Water Damaged Library Materials [17840]
A well-organized plan can greatly reduce the costs of salvage and restoration
A well-organized plan can greatly reduce the costs of salvage and restoration
Proper Caulking of Showers and Tubs [22197]
A small leak from a bathtub or shower can cause extensive amounts of damage
A small leak from a bathtub or shower can cause extensive amounts of damage
Protect Your Home from Water Damage [23811]
Proper home maintenance is needed to prevent costly damage to your home
Proper home maintenance is needed to prevent costly damage to your home
Restoration Industry Association Certification [17799]
The Restoration Industry Association (RIA) oversees six advanced certification programs
The Restoration Industry Association (RIA) oversees six advanced certification programs
Roof Systems and Water [23399]
Differences among the terms watershedding, weatherproof, waterproof and dampproof
Differences among the terms watershedding, weatherproof, waterproof and dampproof
Salvage Operations for Water Damaged Collections [17839]
How to salvage heirlooms, photographs, paintings, textiles, etc.
How to salvage heirlooms, photographs, paintings, textiles, etc.
Society of Cleaning & Restoration Technicians [17802]
Association for professionals in the inspection, cleaning, restoration, and related industries
Association for professionals in the inspection, cleaning, restoration, and related industries
Sump Pump Loss Prevention ![[pdf]](graphics/file_pdf.gif)
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Prevent water damage from sump pump failure by following these loss prevention measures
[34861] Prevent water damage from sump pump failure by following these loss prevention measures
Technical Bulletin - Restorative Drying Claims [17801]
Information on specialized drying equipment and restorative drying techniques
Information on specialized drying equipment and restorative drying techniques
The Affect of Acidic Smoke and Soot [19757]
Understanding the ins and outs of smoke damage situations
Understanding the ins and outs of smoke damage situations
The Household Cleaning Fact Sheet Notebook [21086]
Advice from the The Soap and Detergent Association
Advice from the The Soap and Detergent Association
The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification [17800]
Search for certified firms, inspectors, cleaning and restoration techs
Search for certified firms, inspectors, cleaning and restoration techs
Toilet Ballcock Valve Failures [22199]
Ballcock valve failures provide a great potential for a large water spill and water damage
Ballcock valve failures provide a great potential for a large water spill and water damage
US Federal Textile, Wool, Fur and Apparel Requirements [17814]
Fiber products identification, care labeling rule, leather guides and more
Fiber products identification, care labeling rule, leather guides and more
Washing Machine Hoses [34858]
Addresses water damage from washing machine hoses with a discussion of loss prevention measures
[34858] Addresses water damage from washing machine hoses with a discussion of loss prevention measures
Water Damage - Cleanup and Mold Prevention [25743]
Strategies to respond to water damage within 24-48 hours
Strategies to respond to water damage within 24-48 hours
Water Damage Prevention for Commercial Buildings [35263]
Protecting the building envelope and using grounds maintenance and landscaping to protect from water damage
[35263] Protecting the building envelope and using grounds maintenance and landscaping to protect from water damage
Water Hammer Arresters [22198]
Water hammer is a water pressure surge that occurs inside water pipes
Water hammer is a water pressure surge that occurs inside water pipes
Water Heater Loss Prevention [34860]
Prevent water damage from water heaters by following these loss prevention measures
[34860] Prevent water damage from water heaters by following these loss prevention measures
Water Incursion SOP [27442]
A sample standard operating procedure in the event of water incursion into any building
[27442] A sample standard operating procedure in the event of water incursion into any building
Water Valves for Washing Machines [34859]
Replace faucets with a washing machine valve as a water damage loss prevention measure
[34859] Replace faucets with a washing machine valve as a water damage loss prevention measure
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