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GALVESTON COUNTY LONG TERM RECOVERY GROUP
MUCK AND GUT
DAMAGE ASSESSMENT
RECOVERY RESOURCES
RECOVERY
MUCK AND GUT
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Before You Begin
Supplies To Collect:
Respirators (P-100)
Safety Goggles
Hard Hats
Nitrile Gloves
Leather Work Gloves
Duct Tape
Tyvek Suits
Boots
Shovels
Hand Santitizer
Wheelbarrow
Hammers
Sledge Hammer
Crowbar
Tile Chisel
Floor Scraper
Contractor Bags
Utility Knives
Clorox Wipes
Water
*First Aid Kit
Before You Begin:
Take pictures of all the damages.
Ensure electricity and gas are shut off.
Water maybe turned off if needed.
Ensure the home is safe to enter by inspecting the roof and walls for structural integrity.
Put on your PPE (personal protective equipment) before going into the home
Step 1: Cleaning
Clear out the home. Separate the debris into piles 10 feet from the street:
Appliances
Home debris
Vegetation
Electronics
Hazardous materials
Household garbage
If you are disposing of a refrigerator, do not open it, tape it shut.
Small items should be placed in the contractor bags and taped shut.
Insured items and medical equipment should be set aside for insurance claims.
Step 2: Mucking
Use a flat shovel to scrape mud and debris as much as possible. This will reduce the chance of slipping while doing the next step.
Step 3: Gutting
Remove affected baseboards, trim, door and window casings.
Identify the waterline.
Remove drywall 2 feet above the waterline.
Check if the remaining drywall is still wet and remove until dry.
Remove insulation and place in contractor bag. Make sure you have your PPE on for this, especially goggles and mask.
Remove affected cabinets.
Showers and tubs may need to be removed for mold treatments.
Ceramic tile will likely not need to be removed, inspect for cracks and remove an edge tile to inspect for mold and moisture.
Remove exposed nails and screws.
Use floor scraper to remove any remaining debris.
Safety
PPE is essential for this process. Home debris and floodwaters can carry a variety of health hazards.
Open wounds should be covered, and any scrapes or cuts should be washed out immediately and covered.
Displaced animals may find refuge in your home. Take care when moving items as there could be animals like snakes and rodents.
Take frequent breaks and drink plenty of water. Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.