How to Restore Valuable Items After a Hurricane

During hurricane season, making sure that you're prepared in advance will be the difference between a favorable outcome and a disastrous loss. This is true for each and every step, from maintaining a hurricane ready home to clean-up and restoration. If water creeps into your home, act quickly in order to save and repair many of those valuable items. We’ve got some tips for you to help mitigate any potential losses, and to keep your valuables safe.

Don’t Replace Your Entire Wardrobe.

Hurricane damage can introduce  water, bacteria, mud, and debris in your home.  If you’ve been affected by water damage, it’s important to deep clean any clothes, shoes, and your laundry room appliances. Continue reading for more information regarding how to handle specific articles of clothing. Keep in mind, if you cannot salvage your laundry equipment, most homeowner insurance covers the replacement.
Family Photos and Important Documents Can Be Saved!

​It can be easier said than done to back-up physical photos and electronic documents. If you have pictures and paper that aren' converted to a digital format yet, it's important to know how to restore them if water damage is an issue. Follow these three easy steps to avoid losing those special memories. 

Restoring Hardwood Furniture is
​as Simple as “1, 2, 3”.

​Don't assume you have to discard your hardwood furniture. These tips will help bring your furniture back to life!

• Rinse furniture with a hose to decontaminate. You can even use a bleach and water solution.
• Dry the furniture properly. Fans tend to blow moisture around a room, that’s why Abba uses top-of-the-line equipment  in our water damage restoration work.
• Store in a climate-controlled environment.

Don't Enter Hurricane Season Alone

As your one-stop shop for emergency water damage and disaster repairs, the Abba team is here to guide and assist the Jacksonville community through hurricane season. From getting your home ready to survive the storm to cleaning up the aftermath, we've got you covered. Contact us today to learn more about our water damage repair services and how we can help you with your specific needs.