Most people would be surprised at how common water damage is in homes and businesses across the United States. Remember, it’s not always a storm or flood that causes water damage, but more common causes like burst pipes, sewage backup and HVAC leaks. Water can find its way into the walls, floors, ceilings, furniture, and other belongings, and the degree of damage increases exponentially the longer it is ignored. … [Read more...]
Why You Need To Act Fast When Dealing With Flood Damage Restoration
What Water Damage Removal Entails
Nothing can cause a major headache like water damage. Dealing with water damage in your home or business can be very frustrating, and the water damage removal process itself can be a cumbersome operation. All water removal jobs are different, as water damage can arise from a natural flood, a leaking tap, or a burst sewage pipe. Each of these problems will require different techniques and removal methods. Although … [Read more...]
Tips for Preparing Your Commercial Property for Winter
When things are going well, it’s often difficult to think and plan for the worst. When it comes to commercial property maintenance, it’s important to think ahead. Winter can have a big impact on commercial buildings, which is why it is essential to prepare for each winter season to ensure disaster doesn’t strike, leaving you with problems. Maintenance to Consider During Fall HVAC You know that the heat will be … [Read more...]
BMS CAT Acquires FireDEX of Pittsburgh
HALTOM CITY, Texas – (August 11, 2020) – BMS CAT is proud to announce the acquisition of FireDEX Pittsburgh located in Pennsylvania. “This acquisition marks another step in our strategic plan to steadily grow our national footprint. FireDEX’s like-minded culture made it the ideal partner to combine forces within the Pittsburgh market. By adding this location to our service map, we will be able to deliver the most … [Read more...]
Flood Damage Cleanup Checklist
Flood damage cleanup can be a stressful time, no matter if it is a small or devastating flood you are dealing with. It takes a lot of time and patience - and good old fashioned hard work. This can be particularly challenging for businesses, with the pressure of getting things up and running again quickly. Your Checklist for Flood Damage Cleanup Insurance: Document your damage and call your insurance … [Read more...]
The Do’s And Don’ts Of Dealing With Fire Damage
Facing a fire in your home or business can be overwhelming, to say the least. It's crucial, though, to start your fire damage cleanup and restoration process as soon as possible, to get your life back to normal. Rather than running to the store to buy cleaning products, mops, and buckets yourself, you need to rely on the experts to handle the situation. There are specific steps the professionals will follow to … [Read more...]
Proper Coronavirus Cleaning Protocol for Schools
We’ve already touched on the best practices for keeping schools clean and disinfected, in one of our previous blog posts. However, there are many more things to consider as student’s return after the COVID-19 stay-at-home orders. After all, the goal is to keep our children well and healthy. Hand washing, of course, cannot be stressed enough. This is the number one way for us all to keep healthy. But there are … [Read more...]
Importance of Proper HVAC Cleaning and Ventilation for COVID Safety in Schools & Universities
Controlling viruses and bacteria in schools and universities has never been as crucial as it is now, thanks to the global COVID-19 pandemic. It has undoubtedly put cleaning protocols very high on everyone’s priority list, especially when it comes to indoor air quality in schools and universities. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Indoor Environments Division has stressed how important proper ventilation and … [Read more...]
What To Do After a Hurricane
Cleanup after a natural disaster is a harrowing, time-consuming task. It is also very dangerous. Storm cleanup requires specific supplies, techniques, and products to clean up safely and effectively. This is where the professionals come in. Of course, you can handle cleanup and recovery of minor damage on your own, ensuring you take the necessary safety precautions. Major recovery, on the other hand, will require … [Read more...]
COVID Cleaning Guide for Schools and Universities
Reopening schools right now may seem risky, but it is essential. And, if done properly, it can be safe for all those involved. The first step is for schools to clean and disinfect their campuses carefully. We’ve put together some guidance, based on the CDC’s current knowledge of COVID-19, to help school administrators as they aim to protect the health and safety of the students, teachers, staff, and their … [Read more...]
The Importance of a Disaster Response Program For Your Businesses
Natural disasters, whether weather-related or a virus such as COVID-19, can affect businesses of all sizes. However, if you have a disaster preparedness strategy in place, you can help minimize the issues and set your business up for quick recovery. A disaster response program is good for business. Still, it is a difficult thing to develop, as there are a variety of disasters and emergencies that your business could … [Read more...]
Commercial Fire Damage Cleanup Process
There’s been a horrible disaster at your business property, a fire! In order to minimize business interruption and additional recovery costs, the restoration process must begin as soon as possible. The best way to do this is to count on the professionals to assess the damage and get to work quickly so that business can resume as normal. You have a responsibility to your employees to ensure the restoration process is … [Read more...]