Keep, Clean or Toss Contents Guide
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Keep, Clean or Toss Contents Guide

Pick an item and the kind of damage and see whether it is usually kept, cleaned or thrown away.

These tools give planning-level estimates from typical values. They are not quotes, designs or engineering, and results depend on your actual soil, depth, access, local rules and conditions. Only a visit can confirm what a job needs, and we give you a clear price before any work begins.

How it works

Four quick steps.

  1. 01

    Pick the item

    Flooring, furniture, paper, electronics and more.

  2. 02

    Pick the damage

    Clean water, gray water, sewage, smoke or fire.

  3. 03

    Read the verdict

    Keep, clean, toss or have it checked.

  4. 04

    Photograph first

    Document items before you discard them.

Tips

  • Porous items soak up contaminated water and are usually discarded.
  • Hard items usually clean well.
  • Never power on wet or sooty electronics.
Questions

About this tool.

Is this a final decision?

No. It is a starting point. Condition and time matter, and insurers have their own rules.

What about sentimental items?

Tell us. Many can be specially cleaned or recovered.

Should I photograph before I throw things away?

Yes. Photographs support your claim.

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