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In a water damage event, it’s essential to quickly remove the water and dry your property.

“April showers” are sometimes much more than just a bit of rain.

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.

Even though most building codes require that residential roofs support the most significant snowfalls in your area, there is still a risk of roof damage.

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.

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.

Thanksgiving Day is one of our most important celebrations, but did you know that it’s also the leading day for home cooking fires? [...]

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.

Too much exposure to sunlight may cause burns and even skin cancer.

Mold is a common nuisance in many homes and properties.

In the United States, the most common type of property damage is water damage.