6 Hidden Signs of Water Damage in Your Home As a homeowner, experiencing water damage can be an extremely stressful situation. It’s important to address any water damage as quickly as possible. Repairing water damage before it gets too severe can save homeowners money, time, and increased stress. However, it can sometimes be hard to tell when you have a case of water damage. Be on the lookout for these 6 hidden signs [...]
Fireplace Safety Tips to Avoid Fire Damage in your Home For many homeowners, having a fireplace means staying warm and cozy on colder nights and enjoying a relaxing ambience in their home. However, having a fireplace in your home comes with a lot of responsibility and maintenance. To keep your fireplace operating properly and safely, it requires everyone in your home to be well educated on safety precautions. Here are some fireplace safety [...]
For many homeowners, the traumatic experience of a home fire is all too familiar. If you have never experienced one yourself, you may think after the fire is put out, the cleanup process is smooth sailing. However, having an easy cleanup is often not the case when soot is involved. So, what exactly is soot and why is it dangerous for your home and your family? Let’s find out. What [...]
Experiencing a home fire can be traumatic for everyone involved. The aftermath is filled with families putting their lives and their home back together piece by piece. A big part of cleanup after suffering from fire damage is getting rid of the smoke damage and odor after a fire. Plastic and other materials that are burned in the fire can lead to a lasting odor throughout your home that is difficult to remove. The smoke can be absorbed by materials [...]
One of the main causes of water damage in homes is due to pipes freezing and bursting. When the pipes in your home freeze, even the smallest of cracks can allow hundreds of gallons of water to come pouring through into your home. The flooding can cause severe water damage to your home and even lead to mold growth in your home. To help, follow our guide on how to prevent frozen pipes from causing water damage in your home. [...]
Slow Cooker Fire Safety Tips January is National Slow Cooker Month. The slow cooker or otherwise called the crockpot has gained popularity over the years. It has become a common household appliance for many homeowners due to its convenient nature. The slow cooker is the ideal appliance for homeowners with busy lifestyles because it requires little attention. You typically put in all the prepped ingredients, turn to the appropriate setting, and then let it cook for a few hours [...]
Home Disaster Prevention and Safety Tips for 2022 Another year is upon us, and that means it's time to evaluate your home disaster prevention plan again. Unfortunately, there are so many different home disasters you can encounter as a homeowner. Some of the most devastating home disasters are fires in the home, water damage, and mold growth. While these events are not completely avoidable, there are home disaster prevention and safety tips you can put into place to help decrease the risk. Here are just a [...]
The Pack Out Process After a Home Disaster Have you experienced water damage, a fire, or mold in your home recently? Regardless of the type of home disaster you have been through, one of your main concerns is most likely to salvage and protect your valuables or personal belongings. The items in your home can be protected and restored by the pack out process conducted by the Professional Fire Restoration team. You may be wondering, what is a [...]
The holidays are a time of fun and celebration. However, according to the National Fire Protection Association, “Between 2015-2019 , U.S. fire departments responded to an average 160 home fires that started with Christmas trees per year.” Not knowing the correct way to take care of your Christmas tree, holiday lights, and electrical cords can put you, your home, and your family at risk for a nightmare of a holiday. At Professional Fire [...]
When you think of types of disasters that can occur in your home, the most impactful ones that come to mind are fire damage, smoke, damage, and water damage. One that is sometimes left out, and can have a huge impact on your home and family, is mold. No homeowner ever wants to hear that they have mold in their home. Mold can cause crisis for your home, belongings, and most importantly your family. That’s why it's important to learn about [...]
