How do I clean my rugs and carpets?
Often carpets and rugs are discarded after being soaked, but some can be saved. They may be best cleaned by professionals. If you do the work yourself, take the carpet and pad outside if possible, draping it over clotheslines, sawhorses, automobiles, or on concrete driveways. Flush soil and silt out with a water hose and spray nozzle. Add detergent if soiled. Work detergent into carpet with a broom or brush. Rinse with a solution of one gallon of water and 2 tablespoons of household bleach. Dry completely before reinstalling.
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A post-flood recovery meeting on Oct. 22 will help tie up some loose ends with information on agronomic and financial considerations for land that was flooded this year.
South Mississippi Delta residents are in recovery mode after returning to homes that have been under water for nearly six months, but they need materials and assistance as they try to resume their normal lives.
Every approach to cleaning a house after a flood has its pitfalls.
When you’re ready to hire a contractor to repair or rebuild property damaged by flooding, keep these tips in mind to help avoid being scammed.
Getting started on clean-up after a flood can seem overwhelming. Before you do any work, be sure you know what your insurance company needs to file a claim. Take photos and video of damage, inventory items damaged beyond repair, and keep track of expenses.
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