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App Spotlight: Floodwatch on iTunes

Flooding is a danger that much of the country faces during the year; in fact, much of the damage done by hurricanes has nothing to do with high winds and everything to do with storm surges and flooding.  In areas near creeks, streams, rivers, lakes and oceans, the threat is even greater. If you live in a region with water nearby, you must to take precautions to prevent water damage. 

Keeping track of rising waters can be difficult, which is why the Floodwatch app for the iPhone is so useful. Floodwatch gets its information from the National Weather Service and from the US Geological Service, which means that you can keep track of both how high the water currently is and compare it to water height during other periods to determine the likeliness of a flood. 

If you live in an area that’s prone to flooding, you may eventually find yourself in need of water damage remediation.  If that’s the case, you should consult with the experts at Daso Cleaning & Water Damage Restoration.  At Daso, we do everything from fire and flood damage cleanup to mold remediation.  For more information, call (718) 893-0252 today.

Emergency Service Online Resources: Sewage Exposure, Bed Bugs and Bloodborne Pathogens

When it comes to cleaning up contaminated substances like mold, sewage, and blood, the best course of action is to call a professional. You can find out the dangers of handling these substances and why it’s better to enlist the help of a professional by reviewing the articles below.

• Get the facts on how harmful sewage exposure can be to your health by reviewing this short article.  
• If you want to learn more about how to keep bed bugs out of your home, check out this article from MayoClinic.com.
• To learn more about what greywater is, how to treat it, and how to use it, check out this article and diagram.
• In this article, you’ll find information on what causes sewage backups and what you can do when they occur.
• Read through this article to find out what harmful contaminants you can expect to find at a crime scene and what you can do to protect yourself from exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

If you need crime scene cleanup, sewage backup removal, bed bug extermination, fire and water damage restoration, or other cleanup services, contact Daso Cleaning & Restoration at (718) 893-0252.

Are You at Risk of Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens and Diseases? Call a Biohazard Cleanup Professional Today!

Blood and bodily fluids can be incredibly harmful substances if you don’t handle them extremely cautiously. These liquids could be harboring HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and/or viral hemorrhagic fevers, which can be life-altering or deadly. Fortunately, biohazard cleaning companies specialize in removing, disinfecting, and deodorizing all types of hazardous materials, including bodily fluids. To learn more about the dangers of bloodborne pathogens and how a biohazard company works to neutralize harm, read on for more information.

• Sewage Cleanup: If not addressed in a timely manner, sewage damage can be toxic to your health and damaging to your home. Sewage can destroy furniture, contaminate air ducts, lead to mold growth behind walls, and ruin carpets. After a sewage spill, the sewage must be neutralized and the water eradicated in order to save surrounding home furnishings. A professional biohazard cleaning company can extract the water from walls, furniture, and carpet. They can also deep clean these areas, defuse the bacteria, and disinfect all surfaces of the home.    
• Bed Bug Removal: Bed bugs are resilient insects that feed on the blood of humans and other warm-blooded animals. Bed bugs are mostly active at night and they hide in mattresses and upholstered furniture, so use a flashlight to inspect your furniture, especially if you notice a skin rash or small blood stains on your sheets. If you have a bed bug infection, contact your local biohazard cleanup company immediately. These bugs can bring blood and bloodborne pathogens into your home.
• Crime Scene Removal: It’s probably not every day that you come across a crime scene, but for those in the business, crime scene cleanup is a necessity. There are many types of crime scenes, so look for a biohazard cleaning company that can provide blood cleanup, suicide cleanup, biohazard waste, animal feces cleanup, and unattended death and decomposition cleanup. Remember to be careful when operating around blood, as you are constantly at risk of exposure to dangerous pathogens and diseases.

If you need a professional company to clean up biological hazards, contact Daso Cleaning and Restoration at (718) 893-0252. We also provide mold, smoke, oil spill, and asbestos removal along with fire and water damage restoration.

Why You Don't Want to Handle Greywater or Blackwater Following a Sewage Backup

The contents of sewage backup can range from greywater to blackwater, but in all cases these sources of water should only be handled by a professional. Although greywater is less harmful than blackwater, both sources contain highly noxious substances and your chances for illness increase with improper handling of these liquids. To learn more about the differences between greywater and blackwater, read through the information below.

• Greywater: Greywater is excess water that stems from domestic watering sites, such as sink basins, showers, dishwashers, and washing machines. Greywater does not include water from the toilet. Using greywater allows irrigators to cut back on using fresh water, reduces strain on septic systems, and increases plant growth in areas that receive little water. This type of water usually contains bacteria, soaps, detergents, oils, fats, small amounts of fecal matter and urine and should not be handled by anyone other than a professional biohazard waste remover.
• Blackwater: Blackwater is greywater that has become septic due to a lack of oxygen. After approximately 24 hours, greywater breaks down as the bacteria consume all of its oxygen. Once this happens, the water is considered blackwater and it is no longer useable by greywater sources. Wastewater from toilets and urinals are automatically considered blackwater due to its high bacterial content. It is not recommended that you handle blackwater at any time, but especially not after a sewage backup, as it can be highly toxic and harmful to your health.

If you’ve experienced a sewage backup, call Daso Cleaning and Restoration to professionally handle your greywater or blackwater spillage.  Our specialists will ensure that your home is clean, disinfected, and deodorized after even the worst of spills. For more on how we can help handle sewage backup, call us at (718) 893-0252 or visit our website.

Mold Remediation Expert Tips

If you experience a flood or leak in your home, you will be at an increased risk of developing mold. Mold can eat through your drywall and insulation and cause a myriad of health problems.

In this video, you’ll hear from a mold remediation expert on what you need to do to protect your home from mold growth in the event of a flood or leak. Our host takes us through a home that was destroyed by Hurricane Katrina and shows us what repairs are needed to dry the home out and remove materials contaminated by water.

If you experience major water damage in your home, count on Daso Cleaning and Restoration to provide the expert cleaning and mold remediation services you need. Restoring homes after disasters and accidents is our specialty, so call us at (718) 893-0252 today.