How to Handle Water Damaged Hardwood Floors Have you ever noticed a spot on your hardwood floors that is starting to discolor? Or have you ever walked across your floor and felt one of the floorboards sticking up underneath you? These are all signs that you may have water damaged hardwood floors. Whether you realize the damage right away, or it takes some time to see it, it’s important to address it as [...]
Preventing Carpet Mold After Water Damage Dealing with water damage and mold growth in your home can be a stressful experience. But how do you deal with water damage and mold that you can't see? This is often the case when the carpets or rugs in your home suffer water damage. Wall to wall carpets and rugs are extremely susceptible to mold growth when they are exposed to moisture. Most times, the mold [...]
Do’s and Don'ts for Fire Damage in Your Home or Business Dealing with a fire in your home or business can be a very scary and overwhelming experience. In the midst of all the chaos, it may be hard to remember what exactly you should and shouldn't be doing to stay safe and protect your home or office building. There is a correct way of dealing with fire damage to keep you, your [...]
Home Restoration: What to Look for After a Storm As a homeowner, you should always be prepared for bad weather and emergency storms. Whether it’s a minor seasonal thunderstorm, or another type of severe weather storm, you should always be prepared to keep yourself, your family, and your home safe. A huge part of the home restoration process is knowing what to look for after a storm. Let’s learn how to do this [...]
Common Causes of Home Fire Damage According to the National Fire Protection Association, there are an estimated 346,800 home structure fires per year. Depending on the severity of the fire and what caused the fire, the damage can be cleaned up easily or require a professional restoration team. While there are many causes of home fire damage, there are a few that happen most often like cooking grease fires, electrical problems, unattended candles, [...]
Spring Chimney & Fireplace Cleaning for Fire Prevention When Spring comes along every year, so does an increase in rainfall, pests, and the need for deep cleaning inside and outside your home. One spot that should be cleaned at least once a year is your chimney and fireplace. At the end of the burning season, typically in early Spring, you should assess the condition and cleanliness of your chimney and fireplace to get [...]
PFRS Making a Difference in the Capital Region April is National Volunteering Month. As a family business, we not only understand the importance of providing comfort in times of crisis through home restoration services. But we also emphasize the value of giving back to the community that we serve. Giving back to the Capital Region is something that is very near and dear to us. Over the years we have participated in [...]
Post Fire Checklist for Your Home Dealing with a fire in your home can be traumatic for your family and devastating for your property and belongings. During the chaos following a home fire, it’s common for people to forget the steps they should take to make sure their home and family can recover as quickly and as safely as possible. Use this post fire checklist for your home to remind yourself and your [...]
Is There Mold in Your Home or Business? Is there mold in your home or business? That is a question most homeowners and business owners never want to ask. You might not be aware that there are mold spores circulating through the air at any given time. However, mold typically doesn’t cause damage until it finds a damp and hospitable environment to start reproducing and become visible. For homeowners, mold growth can be [...]
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 [...]
