Last year’s hurricane season was so bad that four of the 2017 names were retired due to catastrophic levels of damage. It was the most expensive season on record with more than $200 billion in damages, most of it flood-related. From August through October the peak of hurricane season arrives, when both the Atlantic and […]
How We Can Use the Benefit of Drones in a Disaster Situation Drones have accomplished many things since they were first introduced to the world. Find out how we can use the benefit of drones when disaster strikes. When you hear the word “drone,” what do you think of? You might only associate drones with […]
How to Stop Foundation Water Damage in Your Home Water damage is never something you want to happen to your home’s foundation. What are you doing right now to protect your home’s foundation from water damage? There are, unfortunately, far too many Americans who would probably answer, “Nothing”. And that’s a real shame when you […]
Every locale has different weather hazards that worry homeowners. Californians might stress about wildfires while Oklahomans worry about tornadoes, and Floridians are concerned about hurricanes. No matter where you are, though, there’s always a risk of flooding. While serious rainstorms can flood anywhere, an ill-prepared home can get water damage from minor rains as well. […]
Jeremy James Promoted from Dallas/Fort Worth General Manager Blackmon Mooring & BMS CAT are excited to announce the promotion of Jeremy James to the new position of Eastern Region Vice President. Employed since 2011, Jeremy has managed all aspects of sales and operations across the Dallas and Fort Worth markets, ensuring his team is satisfying […]
Getting Rid of Mold: Why it’s Important Mold is an organism that loves warm temperatures and wet areas. These can be caused by faulty plumbing, leaks in your roof, heavy rain or storm damage. Exposure to mold carries with it a variety of unwanted health effects including: Allergic reactions Breathing issues Unpleasant, musty odors Discoloration of […]
Understanding the Characteristics of Water Damage Regardless of the cause, we can rapidly recognize and act upon the signs of water damage to your property and its contents. After addressing the cause of the problem, we will promptly remove any salvageable materials before carrying out emergency repairs and working closely with insurance companies to help […]
Dealing with Fire and Smoke Damage Even if it does not cause severe structural damage, the smoke damage caused by even a small fire can cause serious damage. The home or building often needs a thorough cleaning before it can continue functioning. BMS CAT uses cutting-edge equipment to clean and restore things like carpets, walls, […]
In order to construct an effective Business Continuity Plan, it’s imperative that certain questions are addressed and discussed in great detail. The task of creating this plan can be complex, and feel overwhelming – but is essential in order to fully prepare your business before a disaster (or other catastrophe) strikes. Just like everything else […]
Natural disasters are notorious for catching people and businesses off guard, leaving them confused, scared, and for lack of a better word… devastated. A big problem associated with natural disasters is the lack of knowledge regarding what to do before, during, and after your business is affected. For business owners, it is imperative to have […]