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What to Do After a Hurricane: FAQ

Post-hurricane damage is often extensive, and restoration is not something a property owner should undertake without understanding a bit more about the process.

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water damage costs
How Much Does It Cost to Fix Water Damage?

This is a very common question that does not have an easy answer.

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How to Handle Sewage Backup in a Basement

Aside from spending time and money to fix a sewage backup problem, sewage flooding also presents serious health hazards.

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Preventing HVAC Water Damage

The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system can cause extensive water damage if it’s not maintained properly.

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What Is the Difference Between Mold and Mildew?

Mold and mildew are types of fungi that share common features but also differ in many ways.

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How to Safely Store and Handle Fireworks

The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend public displays conducted by professionals.

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How to Prevent Mold Growth in Your Closets

Mold can grow anywhere in homes, including closets.

7 Key Tips to Keep Water Out of Your Basement

Water entering your basement due to drainage problems, flash floods, appliance failures or other reasons can cause severe damage to your home.

January is National Radon Action Month

Radon is an odorless, colorless, and tasteless radioactive gas found in rock, soil, and water, and is relatively harmless outdoors.

Understanding Mold – Why DIY Mold Removal May Not Be a Good Idea

Although cleaning up small mold-infested areas is achievable, sometimes a mold removal task can be too overwhelming.

What Are the Most Dangerous Household Chemicals?

Although we use them every day, many cleaners and chemicals we keep in our homes can be very dangerous if splashed on the skin, inhaled or ingested.

Christmas Tree Safety Tips

Although fire accidents are the most common risks during the winter holidays, your decorated Christmas tree also presents other dangers.

How Can I Prepare for a Power Outage?

Staying safe and comfortable during a power outage requires some planning.

5 Common Sources of Disasters in Your Home

Disasters can strike a home in many ways, whether from floods, fires, storms or other catastrophic natural events, or from sources within the home, with the most common being: pipe [...]

How to Create a Home Inventory

In the unfortunate case that your possessions get stolen or destroyed in a fire or other disaster, having an itemized list of all your belongings is crucial to recovering them [...]

How to Get Rid of House Odors

Bad odors often linger in places like the kitchen, basement and bathroom; they permeate you pets’ favorite spots, carpet and fabric fibers, and more.

Should the Air Ducts in the Home Be Cleaned?

Generally speaking, if your air ducts look dirty, they probably are, and they should be cleaned professionally.

Smoke Alarms for People with Hearing Impairments

Smoke alarms save lives.

And You Thought It Was Just a Fire

Restoration of smoke and fire damage is very challenging.

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