Given the surprising increase in the number of new readers of Nashville 24/7, our Senior Editor for Reader Services has suggested that we explain the topic of "Shameful Commerce."
First, the slogan "Shameless Commerce" was already taken, many times over. We call our topic "Shameful" because it breaks an important rule of advertising: have the business pay for any mentions that are favorable.
Our Senior Editor for Reader Protection instructs us that "When Nashville 24/7 serves its readers first, it serves its advertisers best, even when there are no advertisers." We'd fire him, but he's married to the boss's daughter.
This installment presents items to check after the flood that might not seem obvious. Well, they might be obvious to Tennesseans who have watched their front porch get smashed to smitherrenes, flood waters up to the windows, or their detatched garage float away on I-24. No, these are more subtile items that, if not caught early, will prove problematic later.
What you want to check now are:
• Roof Damage and Leaks
• Foundation and Chimney
• Interior trim, baseboard, shoe molding
• Exterior tring and siding
• HVAC systems
• Electrical wiring and fixtures
• plumbing, water heaters, sump pumps
• Insulation
• Dryall, plaster and paneling
• Flooring
• Painting
This list was provided by an unnamed company who also provides critical web links for recovery:
And no, we shouldn't keep our sources secret! Trace Ventures
