Water damage is a common fear for many homeowners. Extensive water damage can lead to devastating issues for your home and your family that go beyond your home’s aesthetics. Because it can lead to severe problems, it’s essential to address water damage in your home promptly and effectively. In this blog post, we will explore the dangers of ignoring signs of water damage in your home and why you need to address it immediately. [...]
Water damage is a serious issue that can wreak havoc on your home's foundation and structural integrity. When left unchecked, water damage can cause serious problems, ranging from cosmetic issues to severe structural damage. In this blog post, we will explore the effects of water damage on your home's foundation and structural integrity, and why it's crucial to address water damage promptly. One of the ways water can damage your home's foundation is through [...]
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 [...]
Preventing HVAC Water Damage The weather is getting colder and that means it will be time to put the air conditioners away for the season if you haven’t already. Before putting it away for the winter months, it’s important to have it serviced and check for any maintenance issues, so it is prepared for the upcoming year. If you don’t service your air conditioner properly, you could end up with malfunctions that could [...]
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 [...]
Water Damage: What is Black Water? Water damage is typically broken up into three different categories of severity. Clean water damage is a category 1 level of water damage, which means that it is mostly clean water throughout your home and does not pose a health hazard. Category 2 water damage would be what’s known as grey water. This is when your home or office is filled with slightly contaminated water. Lastly, category [...]
Types of Water Damage Seeing your home filled with water is an alarming sight for any homeowner. Whether it’s from a broken pipe, appliance malfunction, or flood water, water damage of any kind can be detrimental to your home and belongings. Water damage can also pose significant health risks and lead to mold growth in your home as well. It’s important to know the difference between the different types of water damage, how [...]
Protecting Hardwood Floors from Water Damage Do you have hardwood floors in your home? Or are you considering installing some in your home? If you have them or have done your research, you have learned that hardwood floors can be costly. They also require a lot of work to install. If you do have hardwood flooring, it’s important to take excellent care of it so you are not spending money down the road [...]
Recognizing Water Damage in Electronics Dealing with water damage in your home can be a stressful experience. Once you have experienced flooding or another water damage scenario in your home, you need to quickly assess what items have been affected, determine if they can be restored, and how to restore them. Throughout your home you may find that some of your electronics have also suffered water damage. Even the slightest amount of exposure [...]
