Types of Floods and Water Damage When a home experiences flooding, it can damage the property, your belongings, and the flood water can potentially be harmful to your health as well. So, what should you watch out for that could potentially cause flooding in your home? Common causes of floods and water damage in your home include appliance malfunctions, broken pipes, severe weather, and drainage issues. These occurrences can lead to several types [...]
Leaky Dishwashers and Water Damage Imagine this, you turn the corner into your kitchen, and you see a pool of water all over the floor. Unfortunately, your dishwasher has leaked and now you need to clean up the mess and determine what went wrong to cause the leak. Just like any other home maintenance project, it’s always best to hire a professional to assess the problem and make sure it is fixed [...]
Winter Water Damage Prevention As the weather gets colder, many homeowners believe that their worries of water damage are minimal. Rainfall is less than other times throughout the year, meaning less chances of flooding. However, water damage is still very likely in the winter months. Between frozen pipes and melting snow, your home can still experience water damage if you are not prepared correctly. Here are some winter water damage prevention tips. [...]
Heating your Home Safely for Winter As a homeowner, the winter season brings many tasks to think about and prepare for. Preparing your home for cold temperatures, snow, and ice, is just part of it. You also have to think about how you are going to heat your home for the colder months. There’s a lot of safety points to consider that most homeowners are unaware of or forget about. Here are some [...]
Fire-Resistant Materials for Building a Home When building a home, many people don’t think about the materials that the house is being built with. One of the most important things to consider when choosing the materials to build your home is if they can withstand high heat and if they are fire resistant. The last thing a homeowner wants to experience is a fire in their home. Here are some of the recommended best [...]
Preventing Fire Hazards and Fire Damage in the Workplace Dealing with a fire can be a traumatic experience whether it’s in your home or in your place of work. Workplace fires can be just as frightening dealing with potential injuries, loss of property or files, and loss of productivity or operational hours. If a fire is severe enough, it could lead to a company needing to shut down for a while. The recovery [...]
Leaky Pipes and Water Damage Emergencies The words water and damage are two words that a homeowner never wants to hear. One of the most common water damage emergencies that can happen within a home is leaky pipes. Even the smallest leak in your home can end up causing a great deal of damage in your home. Let’s take a closer look at leaky pipes and water damage [...]
Thanksgiving Fire Safety Tips Did you know that there are three times the amount of home fires on Thanksgiving Day than any other day of the year? Thanksgiving Day typically brings more people to your home, which means that there is more going on. You’re also usually doing a lot more cooking to prepare for the big feast. It’s easy to get distracted or have a mishap in the kitchen with all the [...]
November Home Restoration Checklist The fall season is a busy time of the year for homeowners. It is an important time to focus on preparing your home for the upcoming issues that winter can potentially bring. Winter brings the fear for potential water damage, fire damage, and so much more. That’s why it’s important to take necessary preparation tips like cleaning your gutters, stocking up on supplies, and protecting your pipes from freezing. [...]
4 Signs You Need HVAC Air Duct Cleaning As a homeowner, a common household maintenance chore that goes left undone far too often is HVAC air duct cleaning. Over the years, of living in your home, your HVAC air ducts can collect dust and debris. Whenever the HVAC system is turned on, dust and debris particles circulate throughout the air in your home. Over time, these particles can also clog your vents, making [...]
