As a homeowner, the words "black mold" are probably terrifying. Why is black mold so dangerous? Where does it come from? Here's what you need to know. You work hard to keep your home clean and safe, but black mold is still a worry. That's because mold can grow in places that are out of sight. With more information about black mold, you can avoid the risk. Here are the 9 things you need to know. 1. Where … [Read more...]
Dampness Danger: 9 Things to Know About Black Mold
How to prepare your home/business for spring storms
How to Prepare Your Home/Business for Spring Storms (Commercial/Residential) Article updated as of March 17, 2023 Spring means warmer temperatures and blooming flowers, but it can also mean unpredictable weather. During spring, cold air from the north clashes with the humid, warm air from the Gulf of Mexico setting the stage for intense weather. With high winds, flooding, hail, tornadoes and thunderstorms, spring … [Read more...]
Why You Should Consider Water Restoration Services
Why You Should Consider Water Restoration Services What's the most destructive force on Earth? The whipping winds of a tornado? The searing flames of a wildfire? Devastating though both may be, they're not as common - nor as damaging - as water. From the burst pipes caused by extreme cold, to the flooding that destroys basements, water damage doesn't discriminate. In fact, over the past 10 years, all 50 … [Read more...]
What are the Top Homeowners Insurance Claims?
What are the Top Homeowners Insurance Claims? Being a homeowner can come with a lot of unexpected costs for maintenance and upkeep, so setting money aside for emergencies is smart. Some damages cannot be paid for out of your own pocket, which is why homeowners insurance is so important. You might wonder what types of damage make up the most common occurrences of insurance claims. Here are a few of the most … [Read more...]
What to Do After a House Fire: 6 Important Steps to Follow
What to Do After a House Fire: 6 Important Steps to Follow You bought this house thinking you would spend decades there. The last thing you anticipated was losing everything in a house fire. But that's what happened--in what felt like the blink of an eye, all of your worldly possessions and precious memories went up in smoke. You're trying to wrap your head around the loss, but you're also trying to start … [Read more...]
The First 7 Things to Do During an Emergency Evacuation Procedure
The First 7 Things to Do During an Emergency Evacuation Procedure There are few things scarier than hearing that there is an emergency evacuation warning for your area. Some people even decide not to heed the warnings, though this can be a costly mistake. You have only a short window of time to pack up and leave your home. You don't know what state your home may be in when you come back. However, it's important … [Read more...]
7 Important Ways Smoke and Soot From a Fire Can Affect Your Home
7 Important Ways Smoke and Soot From a Fire Can Affect Your Home Smoke and soot from a fire can affect your home - and it isn't just by the smell. Here are 7 important ways your home can be impacted and how to make repairs. In 2016 there were more than 350,000 home structure fires reported in the US. Even with modern safety equipment, the risk of fire in the home is still a significant one. It is something that can … [Read more...]
What is water damage cleanup?
Water Damage Cleanup Process One of the most overwhelming problems a property owner may faces is water damage. Rapid response is key to lessen further damage from occurring and can minimize the need for addition repairs. Water damage can be as minor as a leaky pipe, to severe as a community-wide flood. Although the water clean-up process may vary depending on the extent of damage (and other circumstances), here are … [Read more...]
How Smoke Damages a Home
Smoke Damage: How it Can Hurt Your Home Smoke damage can wreak havoc on your home, but how? Read on to learn more. A new house fire is reported to fire departments about every 24 seconds. Fires cost thousands of civilians their lives each year and do costly damage to homes and nearby buildings. Fire and smoke damage is severe, and you'll want to act fast to get rid of the smells and stains before they become … [Read more...]
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...]
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...]