What Smoke From Kitchen Fires Can Do to Your Heating and Cooling System Even the smoke from a small kitchen fire can carry particles into your vents. Here's why you should get your HVAC system decontaminated after a fire. Between 2011 and 2013, commercial kitchen fires caused an estimated $116 million of property damage. Though most of that damage was done to kitchen equipment, inventory, and the structure itself, … [Read more...]
Even Kitchen Fires Can Damage Your HVAC System
Signs Mold is Growing in Your Home
5 Signs that Mold May be Growing in Your House Mold can be very bad for your home, as well as your health. The key to restoring your home to its pre-loss condition after mold signs in house is contacting a professional mold removal and remediation company immediately. The longer that mold sits unaddressed, the greater the chance for it to spread and damage your home. Every homeowner has fears when it comes to … [Read more...]
Storm Damage Restoration: Important Steps to Take After The Storm Has Passed
Steps to Take To Ensure Your Safety & Start The Restoration Process After The Storm Has Passed The damage your home withstands during a storm can be devastating, leaving you feeling lost and overwhelmed. Here are some important steps to take when faced with storm damage restoration. Texas is no stranger to severe weather. Even hurricanes make their way to the Texas coast and wreak havoc on homes and … [Read more...]
Who is responsible for water damage in apartments?
Who is responsible for water damage in apartments? Unfortunately, water damage is a common issue both homeowners and renters can face. The aftermath can be devastating making the property unlivable and permanent damage may occur to personal belongings. When water damage occurs in an apartment, whether you live in cold-weather, expensive Chicago or sunny Tampa, Florida, you need to know who is responsible for the … [Read more...]
What Happens During the Fire Damage Restoration Process?
Is your home about to undergo fire damage restoration? What does this consist of? In 2017, an estimated 23 billion dollars in property damage occurred due to fires. This number is slightly inflated due to the California wildfires, which are again causing untold destruction this year. While you cannot truly prepare for the devastation of a house fire, you can attempt to minimize the losses. No matter the size of … [Read more...]
Dedicating 2019 to Preparedness
Dedicating 2019 to Disaster Preparedness As the New Year begins, there is no better time to sit down with your family to ensure that you are prepared in the event of an emergency. Start 2019 off the right way, with the peace of mind that you, and your family, are ready for any type of disaster. Make a Plan Know the escape routes from your own home and discuss them with your family. If you have young children, … [Read more...]
What Does Mold Look Like? How to Find and Remove Mold Hiding in Your House
What Does Mold Look Like in Your Home & How To Remove It? Would you recognize mold if you saw it? What does mold look like, anyway? We show you where to look and how to identify mold in your home. Unfortunately, mold in your home or outside your home is more common than you'd think. And it's not just the little green dots you think of when mold comes to mind. There are as many types of mold as there are … [Read more...]
What is Mold Remediation?
What is Mold Remediation? While mold is present everywhere, an excess of growth in your home or business can adversely affect your Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) in many ways. Even the cleanest of properties can develop a mold issue. Mold remediation involves working to get the mold levels in your premises back to normal levels. How Do I Know if I Have a Mold Problem? Mold is not always a visible issue. A damp, musty … [Read more...]
Mike Brighton Joins the National Account Team
Blackmon Mooring & BMS CAT Hire New Vice President of Hospitality Services Mike Brighton Joins the National Account Team Blackmon Mooring & BMS CAT are proud to announce and welcome Mike Brighton as Vice President of Hospitality Services. Mike will be responsible for the oversight and growth of the hospitality sector. “Mike’s operational experience and knowledge of the industry is an incredible asset, … [Read more...]
Top 10 Tips to Prevent House Fires
Aside from providing you with shelter, your house serves as a place for making memories and building a life. In return, you have a responsibility to take care of it to prevent damage-causing threats like fire. Fire is one of the disasters that can devastate homes, causing material losses, injuring and killing thousands of people, and leaving extensive fire and smoke damage in its wake. But while a house fire … [Read more...]
When is Restoration Necessary? 8 Common Signs of Water Damage in Your Home
8 Common Signs of Water Damage After a severe storm your home may begin to display signs of water damage. Here's what to look out for. As a homeowner, are you aware of the potential damages your home could face in the event of a large storm? Do you know how to spot the signs of water damage? Some signs are obvious while others are not. It's beneficial to you and your family to learn them all. Early detection is … [Read more...]
How To Prevent Mold in Air Ducts
Keep Your Air Pathogen Free: How To Prevent Mold in Air Ducts Mold in an air duct system is more common than you think, yet this problem can be avoided with the right know-how. Here's how to prevent mold in air ducts... There is always mold around us in the air and on surfaces, but if mold is abundant in your home, it has the potential to cause serious health problems. Dirty air leads to millions of deaths per … [Read more...]