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After the fire is out and the smoke has cleared, the fire department is gone, and you are left with a disaster on your hands.

The spring flood season is about to begin, and homeowners need to be prepared.

When your sump pump discharge hose freezes, the sump pump has to work harder as a result of the heat and may fail completely as a consequence of overheating.

Each year, we strive to better ourselves by making and keeping a new set of resolutions.

There’s something magical about lights during the holiday season.

What Are the Causes of Office Water Damage and What Are the Consequences? Property managers of office buildings are often aware that water damage can be truly consequential.

After a house fire, the danger unfortunately doesn’t stop once the flames have been put out.

Smoke alarms are extremely important in keeping you and your family safe in case of a household fire.

After years of smoking in a home, walls and contents become blemished and develop bad odors.

Mold comes in many textures and colors, but they all have a few things in common — they grow in moist areas, they feed on organic matter, and can pose a threat to your health.

After a flood, many homeowners and property managers wonder if their carpet and pad can be saved.

Musty-smelling carpets are both unpleasant and dangerous.

Black water is floodwater that contains contaminants and viruses that present severe risks of illness.

White mold is a term that applies to many species of mold which can grow in homes.

Does your home have too many electrical devices and too few outlets to plug them all in? Chances are you’re using extension cords to power up your electrical devices.

Mold thrives in humid environments that have little ventilation and sunlight.

When it comes to safety in and around the swimming pool or spa, drowning is usually the first danger that comes to mind.

According to the National Fire Protection Association, an estimated 8,800 home fires are started by grilling each year.

Your Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system can cause extensive water damage if it’s not maintained properly.

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