Basement flooding is extremely overwhelming and stressful. No matter if its the result of malfunctioning plumbing or caused by a severe storm, you need to know who to call when your basement floods. Our list of who to call about basement flooding will help regardless of whether you plan to …
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, with most storm activity in mid-August to late October. If you live in an area prone to hurricanes or tropical storms, you should create and review a hurricane preparedness guide each season to prevent damage and keep your family …
May 5 through 11, 2019 is National Hurricane Preparedness Week. The 2018 hurricane season was the third consecutive above-average hurricane season. There was over $50 billion in damaged caused by 15 named storms, 8 hurricanes, and 2 major hurricanes. Now is the time to review these hurricane safety tips and …
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Fires are often traumatic and stressful events that can cause extensive flame and smoke damage. When it comes to fire damage restoration, it’s important to begin the cleanup process as soon as you are cleared to re-enter your property. Our fire damage restoration 101 guide will prepare you to clean …
Bathrooms are one of the most common places for mold in the home. They are often hot and humid, which is an ideal environment for mold growth. Poor ventilation further compounds the issue. While it’s often found on bathroom walls and on bathtub tile and grout, mold in the bathroom …
Floods can cause extensive damage to your home and ruin personal items. When this happens, the biggest question is often does my insurance cover flood damage? Unfortunately, most homeowners insurance policies do not cover water damage caused by flooding. Since there is a lot of misinformation about flood insurance coverage, …
Water damage can be frustrating, even if it’s just a little water stain or a small leak. While painting over water damage might seem like a solution, all it does is hide the stain. And even that isn’t a permanent fix. Unless you fix the water problem, the stain will …
Mother nature has the power to destroy in a matter of seconds. Severe storms cause an average of $28 billion in losses every year. While storm damage occurs in all states, some states are more prone to storm damage than others. We look at what states have the most storm …
Understandably, winter water damage isn’t usually something most homeowners worry about. However, cold weather causes water damage just as frequently as warmer weather. In fact, the cold drastically increases the chances of several types of water damage. We look at the coldest cities in the country that are most likely …
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Although severe weather can cause water damage or fire damage at any time, certain months and seasons are more likely than others. The key to staying safe is preparing for severe weather. Review our severe weather awareness calendar to prepare for and prevent severe weather damage to your home or …
Smoke and soot from a fire can leave your home both dirty and smelly. When possible, you should begin cleaning smoke stains as soon as can to prevent them from permanently setting it. In some cases, you can clean smoke stains on your own with only a few specialty cleaning …
There are many misconceptions about what constitutes a biological hazard. On a scientific level, any substance that poses a health risk to living organisms is classified as a biohazard. In order to clarify that in simple terms, we’re taking a look at the four main categories of biohazards, as well …
We often take our water pipes for granted until they stop working. When temperatures are extremely cold, the water in your pipes is likely to freeze solid. As water turns to ice, it expands and creates pressure that may cause your pipes to burst. In order to prevent water damage, …
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Unfortunately, flooding is the most common kind of natural disaster. Heavy rains can quickly saturate the soil and overwhelm city sewers. As a result, rainwater has nowhere else to go. Before you know it, you have water in your home. We look at how to prevent floods and keep your …
Water damage during the winter is more common than you think, mostly because it seems so unlikely. Since snow is nothing more than partially frozen water, it can melt and leak into your home. Plus, the lower temperature puts stress on your home. This added stress increases the chances of …
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