Thanksgiving Day is festive celebration but did you know that it’s also the leading day for home cooking fires, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), millions of people fall ill, hundreds of thousands are hospitalized, and tens of thousands of people die from the flu [...]
Post-hurricane damage is often extensive, and restoration is not something a property owner should undertake without understanding a bit more about the process.
This is a very common question that does not have an easy answer.
Aside from spending time and money to fix a sewage backup problem, sewage flooding also presents serious health hazards.
The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system can cause extensive water damage if it’s not maintained properly.
When it comes to safety in and around the swimming pool or spa, drowning is usually the first danger that comes to mind.
Mold and mildew are types of fungi that share common features but also differ in many ways.
The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend public displays conducted by professionals.
Mold can grow anywhere in homes, including closets.
Water entering your basement due to drainage problems, flash floods, appliance failures or other reasons can cause severe damage to your home.
Radon is an odorless, colorless, and tasteless radioactive gas found in rock, soil, and water, and is relatively harmless outdoors.
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.
Since 2004, September has been the National Preparedness Month, and this year is no exception.
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 [...]
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 [...]
During the hot summer months, the air conditioner is convenient way of fighting the heat.
Officially, the hurricane season starts on June 1 and ends on November 30.
In the event of a flooded hardwood floor, you should immediately drain the excess water, assess and document the damages, clear the flooded area, clean the dirt and dry the floor [...]
Preparedness is vital to handling spring storms or floods.
Smoke alarms save lives.