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masking tape, edgers and drop cloths
will be needed for the task.
•Flooring: Perhaps installing a
new floor is on the to-do list. Many
laminate and vinyl products make it
easy for homeowners to do the work
themselves. A more extensive
project, such as installation of tile or
hardwood, can be done by a
contractor.
Flooring needs may require a
power saw or razor for cutting the
flooring – depending on the
material. Other tools include
adhesive, spacers, measuring tape,
knee pads, eye protection and clean-
up materials.
Ready your home for a natural disaster
Painting rooms for fall
MS – Like in Goderich earlier this
year, natural disasters can strike
without warning, leaving
unsuspecting homeowners with
thousands of dollars in home
damage. Taking precautionary steps
by planning ahead for potential
harsh weather can help save
heartache and money.
No one is safe from a natural
disaster. Weather-related damage can
occur no matter where a person lives.
Heavy rains, dam failures,
tornadoes, hurricanes, landslides,
and wildfires are just some of the
potentially tragic tricks up Mother
Nature’s sleeve. Being prepared can
mean the difference in saving lives
and material belongings.
It is important for homeowners to
know that damage to the home from
flooding is very rarely covered by a
traditional home insurance policy. If
a home is in a flood zone, close to a
water source or even simply in an
area with a high water table, the
purchase of flood insurance can be a
lifesaver. While it cannot prevent
belongings from being damaged in a
flood, it will mean that items can be
replaced and damage can be repaired
without significant out-of-pocket
expenses.
Homeowners can take other steps
to protect their homes from water
damage. For those with basements,
the installation of a French drainage
system and a sump pump
Be ready
While no one can be completely ready for a natural
disaster, there are precautions that can be taken to help
you be as ready as you can be. (MS photo)
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