Hurricanes cause water levels to rise at alarmingly high rates. Sometimes they’ll rise by several meters, and when they hit shore, the results are damaging. Combined with powerful winds and heavy rains, homeowners are looking at disastrous effects for their homes. When a powerful storm like...
Water damage can happen at any time of the year. It will damage your business and home by destroying carpet, walls, cabinets, and so much more. Surprisingly, this type of damage is even possible even during the colder months of the year. Freezing temperatures or...
From bursting pipes to leaking faucets, water damage is among the most common and destructive problems that homeowners can face. If you don’t take care of this matter immediately after it happens, you will have excess water in your living space that introduces a whole...
There is nothing more frightening than the possibility of moldy furniture. Whether it be at work, at home, or in public, it’s always best to avoid furniture that sprouts spores. This is not just because the word “fungus” tends to elicit a retching sound; exposing...
It’s a common misconception that mold does not grow during the winter. People tend to think of the season a being one of slumber and hibernation. Paired with the dry connotations of the season, people assume that mold ‘hibernates’ as well. Yet, this is incorrect. In...
Fighting humidity can become a full-time job. The air around us is always charged with some form of water, and we only add to it through our lifestyle choices. This is because we are constantly bathing, drinking, cooking, and, well, existing! According to the United States...
SEP 2018 ISSUE #4 NEWSLETTER We have a dirty job; we have a challenging job, and sometimes we work with little to no sleep. In the intense, fast paced world of restoration, our jobs are not always easy. Whether we are called on an emergency job...
Mold removal is intimidating because of how significant the infestations can become. It’s hard to know where to begin, who to call, and what kind of quotes to consider. Luckily, it doesn’t have to be as daunting as it may seem from the outside. True...
When dealing with a flood, you’ve got to act quickly to save your home from irreparable damage. One of those damaging threats is mold. Mold sets in quickly, often 24-36 hours after water has entered the premises. If treated soon enough, you may be able...
Mold thrives in environments that are damp, dark, and temperate. Thus, the home is often the perfect breeding ground for it. It’s absolutely crucial to be able to recognize the signs of mold, understand the potential health risks it poses, and eradicate it immediately. Certain...