- Install a humidifier where there is moisture intrusion.
- Replace contaminated components, such as drywall and insulation.
- Remove or replace carpets, furniture, walls and floorboards that have been damaged.
Roof Repairs
In related news, Governor Jeb Bush has signed an executive order allowing residential, building and general contractors who are licensed in Florida to make roof repairs. Only licensed roofing contractors, however, will be allowed to work on tile or metal roofs.
The governor's order applies to both locally registered and state-certified contractors, but it does not extend the geographical jurisdiction in which contractors are registered, which is determined locally through reciprocity agreements and ordinances.
The roofing must be performed by the contractor’s employees, or subcontracted to a properly licensed roofing contractor.
Warnings of Fly-by-Night Contractors
In paid public service announcements, the Florida Home Builders Association continues to warn consumers to be on guard against fly-by-night contractors.
Consumer information on how to hire a licensed Florida contractor is available on the Disaster Contractors Network, which also includes a link enabling citizens to verify a contractor through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.
The Florida state builders association has also developed a Rebuilding Model Contract for its members.
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