Nowhere in your home takes a beating quite like your roof. Whether intense sun exposure or fallen debris and thunderstorms, the elements will cause your roof to degrade faster than you might like. A new roof can mitigate the damage, but it can be hard to justify the costs, especially…
Mold grows in buildings whenever the conditions are right. It causes damage to the fabric of your home and is potentially harmful to people. Most people have seen mold growth in their homes—kitchens and bathrooms are two of the most favorite locations. But few people expect to find a mold…
Have you got mold? It might be harder to identify than you think! Mold is one of the most challenging and common problems we face as house owners. Once you find it, you face an uphill battle trying to remove it. This problem can affect new and old homes alike,…
Has a pipe burst in your home? Don’t fret! Unfortunately, this is a part of owning a house, and you are certainly not alone. Of all household calamities, a burst pipe is certainly no joke. This issue can cause financial, structural, and ongoing problems as well as panic and stress….
With technology advancing at such a rapid pace, we seldom stop to consider the dangers of our modern way of life. Take a brief moment and think about your home. How many cords do you have plugged into outlets? How many appliances run on electricity every day? With so much…
Coming home to discover a flooded basement is no one’s idea of a good time, but you don’t need to panic. Though basement floods can cause significant damage to your home if left unchecked, you can minimize the potential cost if you act quickly. Taking preventative measures will reduce the…
A rainstorm comes down a little too hard; the water main suddenly bursts. The insulation you thought was impenetrable turns out to be anything but that. These are all situations that any homeowner can find themselves in, no matter how proactive and prepared. If your home suffers water damage, it’s…
Home should be your palace, your temple, your happy place. That’s why getting hit by water damage is one of the worst things for a homeowner. It turns your safe space into a constant source of anxiety and agitation. But things inevitably happen. You need to be prepared to counteract…
House fires are a common problem in the United States and can leave devastating results. Not only are fires in the home terrifying and deadly, but they can also cause extensive structural damage to your property. To avoid a house fire destroying your home, it’s vital that you know common…
We rarely stop and think about the water running through our homes. But when it goes wrong, it can be a nightmare. Leaks can be both costly and incredibly damaging if not appropriately addressed, but with so much of our modern plumbing conveniently—or not in this case—hidden behind walls or…