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Fire Damage Prevention Tips in Peachtree City

  Now that the Holiday season has arrived, it is a great time to spend time with your family and friends you love. However, experiencing a house fire during the holiday season could be devastating. Here are a few tips to help prevent fire damage in your Peachtree City home so you can have a safe and happy holiday season. Prevent Electrical Fires According to the US Department of Energy, the number one cause of a fire around the holiday seasons are caused by electrical fires due to overloaded outlets. To help prevent this from happening, never use frayed, or old extension or power cords. Make sure you are only using one extension or power cord per outlet. When plugging in your holiday lights, never stack more than three strings of lights end to end. Never use anything sharp or metal when attaching your lights outside. Using metal or sharp objects could puncture the wire, causing a greater risk of fire damage in your Peachtree City home. Always use lights rated for ou...

Cleaning Up Water Damage In Peach Tree City

As a homeowner, the last rollercoaster ride we want to be on is the one that consists of thunder, lightning, and a water damaged property. Storm’ can wreak havoc on your home, especially if any water makes its way inside your walls, in your ceiling or basement. What do you do? Where do you turn? Champion Cleaning Systems has created a simple list of what you should and should not do in the event of a water damage disaster as well as a few steps to take to prevent property loss and water damage. What You Should do in the Event of a Water Damage Disaster   Find the source of the water damage and resolve it before attempting to remove any water. Turn off the power source to your property. Water and electricity do not mix and your safety is the top priority.   Photograph the evidence. If you plan on removing any items or performing any cleanup on your own make sure you photograph every aspect of the damage for insurance purposes. If it is safe, move important belonging...