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The Dangers of DIY Disaster Cleanup: Why Professionals Matter

When disaster strikes, the last thing you want to worry about is cleanup. But if you don’t have professional help, that’s exactly what you’ll be stuck doing. Here’s why you should always leave disaster cleanup to the pros.

When it comes to disaster cleanup, there are a few things you should always keep in mind. First and foremost, safety is always the number one priority. If you’re not trained in how to safely cleanup a disaster site, you could be putting yourself and others in danger.

Second, you need to be aware of the potential health hazards that come with disaster cleanup. If you’re not properly protected, you could be exposed to harmful chemicals and other contaminants.

And finally, you need to be aware of the potential legal liabilities that come with disaster cleanup. If you’re not careful, you could end up damaging property or injuring people.

So, if you’re not trained in disaster cleanup, it’s best to leave it to the pros. They have the experience and the know-how to get the job done safely and effectively.

Sources:

https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/cleanup.html

https://www.osha.gov/dts/hazardalerts/hazdec/hazdec_cleanup.html

https://www.fema.gov/media-library-data/20130726-1914-25045-0160/fema_p-320_ch2.pdf

JCC Restoration LLC

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