While drywall is an extremely versatile and durable material for a home’s interior, it’s not exactly the strongest for water exposure. Water damage is one of the primary reasons for drywall replacement for homeowners. Your drywall can withstand small amounts of water, but any excessive exposure will typically lead to…
Are your walls getting soaked every time it rains? Are unsightly water stains building up? If so, you might be wondering if you can just paint over them. Well, as long as the drywall is not structurally damaged, you’re in luck. With proper cleaning and repair, adding a fresh coat…
Water damage is a homeowner’s worst nightmare. From property damage to mold growth, it seems like water can destroy everything it touches. After a leak springs and your walls get soaked, you might be worried you’ll have to tear them down. But usually, this is a surface-level issue you can…
Water damage is every homeowner’s worst nightmare. You might be imagining a freak flooding incident caused by a rainstorm or a burst mainline beneath the foundation flooding water into every room. Accidents like that do happen. But water damage doesn’t have to be so dramatic, and it often isn’t. Small…
A dry and spotless air duct is the best way to circulate healthy fresh air throughout your house all year long. Breathing good quality air should be the foremost concern for living in a safe home. But if you’ve noticed a leak between the vents or water droplets forming on…
Black water can enter your home quickly and the consequences could become dire if not treated properly. This bacteria-laced and dangerous liquid poses a real threat. It is important as a homeowner to understand what black water damage is and be ready at the first signs to get help. At…
Searching for a solution to water-damaged hardwood floors? You’ve come to the right place. Whether it’s a leak from an upstairs neighbor, a spilled glass of water, or an open window during a storm, hardwood damage can happen quickly and unexpectedly. The good news is that you don’t have to…
Marble is one of those beautiful materials that can instantly elevate any room to look high-end and sophisticated. However, the quickest way to ruin the effect of a stunning marble countertop is with a big stain that just won’t go away. You can try to avoid stains, but in places…
One of your home’s most essential architectural pieces is one you will rarely see: the subfloor (the flooring lying underneath the floor you walk on every day). It is typically a layer of ¾ inch plywood underneath your carpet, vinyl, wood, or laminate flooring. This layer is quite strong until…
Water can make its way into the home and cause damage in so many ways. Whether you have a traditional roof leak from some stormy weather or dealing with a burst pipe in the walls, there are different ways to deal with it. In some cases, water can leak through…