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What to Do and Not to Do If You Have a House Fire

Apr 15, 2021

What to Do and Not to Do If You Have a House Fire

Knowing some general dos and don’ts for fire damage restoration can help streamline the process and remove some of the stress.

Signs of a Hidden Water Leak

Mar 15, 2021

Signs of a Hidden Water Leak

Water damage isn't always a sudden flood. Sometimes water leaks can cause the same level of destruction as emergency water damage. Here are the signs to look for.

The Insurance F-Bomb: Flood

Feb 15, 2021

The Insurance F-Bomb: Flood

Using the right word for your water damage from your first call with the insurance company may mean the difference between a covered loss and out-of-pocket expense.

How to Choose a Restoration Professional

Jan 15, 2021

How to Choose a Restoration Professional

Property owners get to choose who is hired to perform work on their properties. This article describes some basic characteristics to look for when deciding who will be the best choice.

How Do We Dry Out Your Home After Water Damage

Dec 15, 2020

How Do We Dry Out Your Home After Water Damage

This article explains exactly what happens during the structural dryout portion of your water damage restoration.

Consequences of Slow Leaks

Nov 15, 2020

Consequences of Slow Leaks

TS Eliot’s poem The Hollow Men famously ends with the lines, “this is the way the world ends, not with a bang, but a whimper.” And while a water damage to your home isn’t the ...

Taking Care of Your Crawl Space

Oct 15, 2020

Taking Care of Your Crawl Space

Crawl spaces are areas of a home that are similar to a basement, but usually smaller. They are unfinished areas located below the ground floor of the home and are typically vented to the outside of t...

IICRC Certification: Absolutely Vital for Restoration Companies

Sep 15, 2020

IICRC Certification: Absolutely Vital for Restoration Companies

The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC) is a certification and standard-setting non-profit organization for the inspection, cleaning, and restoration industries. ...

Dry Out: The Most Crucial Step in Water Damage Restoration

Aug 15, 2020

Dry Out: The Most Crucial Step in Water Damage Restoration

Simply airing out a room or pointing a fan at the floor will not properly dry out an area that has experienced flooding or water damage. Because of water’s fluid properties, it will seep through...

This is a Disaster! Or is it?

Jul 15, 2020

This is a Disaster! Or is it?

Property damage from water, fire, mold, and storms can feel devastating. There’s a reason they’re called disasters, right? But did you know that your disaster can actually give your prope...