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7 Tips for Drying a Flooded Basement

Opening the door to your basement only to see your new downstairs swimming pool is never fun. However, now is not the time to sulk, you need to take quick steps in order to save your home from possible thousands in water damage. To help our readers wonder... Read >

Cleaning and Disinfecting Mold Damaged Furniture

Finding mold on one of your furniture pieces can induce a drop in your stomach and almost instant regret that you did not catch it sooner. While you may be thinking this is the end of THAT piece, don't e so sure. Many pieces of furniture, both upholstered... Read >

8 Health Problems Caused by Sewage Damage

There are many serious health hazards associated with sewage damage. 120 variants of viruses, to be exact, many of which can be fatal if not caught in time or treated correctly. Unfortunately, not every one is fully aware of just how dangerous this sort o... Read >

7 Tips to Prevent Outside Water Damage

Most homeowners know what to look for when they get a leak, flood, or broken pipe within the home. However, even with a routine check of your indoor pipes, there are potential dangers on the outside of your home that could still lead to structural damage.... Read >

The Invisible Causes of Water Damage

While the cause of water damage in your home is often easy to find, there are some "invisible" causes of water damage you may not have considered. 1. Unmonitored Appliances Appliances such as washers, dryers, dishwashers, and other appliances using wa... Read >

How to Avoid Sewage Damage

The sewer line is an important system in any home, and maintaining it should be important to every homeowner. A slow draining sink may seem like a small problem, but it could quickly escalate into a sewage backup. As such, it's important to be knowledgeab... Read >

What to Do About Water Damage in Your Attic

Water damage can be a huge problem, and an even bigger problem when it's in the attic. Roof repairs are costly and time consuming, while heirlooms and other items stored in the attic can be damaged beyond repair. To help you avoid all of these costs, we h... Read >

Top 10 Fire Restoration Tips

Having a fire in your home can be very traumatic, and the restoration process can seem like quite a daunting task after the initial stress. However, with the proper steps, restoration does not need to be such a stressful job. We have compiled the followin... Read >

Top 7 Water Extraction Tips

Since mold grows fast, and water spreads faster, when it comes to leaks and foods you need to be quick on your feet. Luckily, there are several things you can do to stay ahead of the game and get your leak or flood cleaned up and taken care of before mold... Read >

8 Easy Tips for Cleaning Flooded Basements

A flooded basement may look like a big chore, an immense expense, and a massive headache, but it does not need to be. Take a moment to breathe and assess what is really in front of you. It really is not that bad! 1. Assess the Damage We realize we alw... Read >

Most Common Symptoms of Mold Exposure

Lucky homeowners find mold in their home before it spreads, others may not notice the signs and the mold can go undetected for years. Depending on the type of mold in your home and how long it has been there, you may experience an array of ill health symp... Read >

7 Mistakes to Avoid when Selecting Flood Insurance

When deciding to get flood insurance, it's easy to give in to the many mistakes and misconceptions of thousands before you. Luckily, we've taken the time to weed out some of the more common mistakes people make when choosing flood insurance, so you don't ... Read >

7 Tips to Clean Mold in Fabrics

A flood or leak is almost always a problem, and will usually end up getting something wet in your home. While some things, such as carpets are recommended to be replaced, other things like blankets and rugs may be salvageable. 1. Start Immediately Bef... Read >

7 Ways to Save Money on Flood Insurance

1. Where do you Live? This is a rather obvious, but very important question you need to look into when you're shopping for flood insurance. Depending on where you live, insurance policies may be more or less expensive than another location for the same a... Read >

7 Tips to Cleanup Bathroom Water Damage

Bathroom sewage damage is both hazardous and gross. While it can be intimidating when you first discover the damage, it's not as bad as it looks. If you take time to prepare for the cleaning you have to do and pick out some good cleaning music, you'll be ... Read >