How to Prevent Basement Flooding
While we all know that basements can flood, many of us don’t take the precautions necessary to reduce our risk. Here are six great ways to keep your basement dry or lessen the damage. #1 Clean Out Your Eaves and Downspouts To protect your home from basement flooding, make sure you have good drainage from […]
The Benefits of Professional Decontamination Services
Decontamination services, though they’ve been around for some time, have taken a spotlight in 2021. These services can not only provide a clean and bright building, they can also help protect from a COVID-19 outbreak. Decontamination services are perfect for homes after a party or businesses after regular traffic. These services provide many benefits to […]
How long does it take to dry out water damage?
Water damage can lead to short- and long-term problems in your home. It creates risks for those living in the space, as well as for the home itself. It’s important to call in water damage professionals to deal with water damage immediately and prevent the problem from worsening. The first step is drying out the […]
HIdden Water Damage & Long Term Effects
When heavy storms hit us, we tend to look for the obvious signs of water – puddles from mysterious leaks, drips from the ceiling, or flooding from rising waters. Once those are checked out, we tend to move on with our lives. While that may seem like enough, it’s so important to check for signs of hidden […]
The INS and OUTS of handling water damage
It’s one of the most common—and can be among the most costly—disasters your home can experience: water damage. This may be one of the most important resources our bodies and homes need, but it can cause a lot of damage in excess. When it comes to handling a burst pipe or leaking roof, check out these […]
House Fires: Prevention, Protection, and Restoration
According to the National Fire Prevention Association, a home fire occurs every 93 seconds. This makes fires one of the most common causes of house damage. House fires are generally covered in most homeowner’s insurance policies. While the thought of dealing with a house fire may be scary, it’s important to be prepared for the possibility. […]
Fire Damage Cleanup – The Do’s and Don’ts
Fire damage happens to all of us. It is inescapable. Whether due to something small like a cigarette butt, or as large as an explosion, thanks to a faulty wiring system in your kitchen stove, it strikes without warning and can spread like a virus hits the major parts of the body. When it does strike, […]
Priorities when you discover your basement is flooded
If you have ever experienced a flooded basement, you understand the waves of emotion that are common to homeowners in this situation. Helplessness, uncertainty, fear. These feelings are understandable, but they aren’t particularly helpful. The best way to deal with a flooded basement is to focus on the priorities for getting back to normal life. […]
Keep Your Home or Business Safe and Clean with Expert Mold Damage Repair
After a flood or other major water damage, mold can become a very real problem. It’s always safer to have mold removed from your home or business quickly, even if it is not particularly dangerous. Not taking care of mold damage in a timely manner can cause safety and health issues for your family or […]
RESTORING WOOD FLOORS AFTER WATER DAMAGE
Any time that excess water floods your home, it is cause for concern. When you have invested in beautiful floors, water damage can be devastating. If the water is allowed to sit on the surface, hardwood floors will almost always require refinishing. Often, the replacement of some or all of the damaged wood will be necessary. We […]