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The 24–48 hour rule: drying out after a leak or floodWhy the EPA says to dry wet areas within 24 to 48 hours, when a mold job is small enough to handle yourself, and what changes after a flood.Does homeowners insurance cover water damage?Sudden leaks versus slow leaks and floods, the 30-day flood insurance wait, and what to do before you call a contractor, from official sources.Hiring a water damage contractor: licenses and red flagsMold licensing in Texas, contractor licenses in Oregon and Minnesota, and official warning signs to watch for after a storm.

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