Are you a property owner who is dealing with roof and water damage? Do you need a contractor to repair emergency water damage? You should not be misled by assurances of poor quality work performed by unauthorized companies. Accepting low-quality work from contractor may cost you extra money and leave you with no guarantee. Common…
When your attic has been struck by water damage, it can be stressful to deal with. Absorbent building materials will be soaked in water and continue to do so until the water is cleared. Water absorption will then consume the materials in your home and as they persist to take in water, the water circulates…
Water damage is among the leading causes of the destruction of home valuables. Not only does it weaken your home’s foundation, but it also has the potential of reducing your home’s overall sale value. Water damage negatively affects your house’s core strength, resulting in severe structural damage. It leads to damp wood which invites carpenter…
Lives can be turned upside down by natural disasters, from earthquakes and fires to hurricanes and tornadoes and other human-caused disasters. Your best defense in emergency preparedness is having a plan and knowing the steps to take so that you and your family will be ready if disaster strikes. Has your family put these emergency…
If you have been in a few bad storms, pounded by rain and wind, then you realize how important it is to keep an eye on weather systems and know when to beat a retreat to avoid getting hypothermia or being benighted on the side of a mountain. The good news is that there are…
The NOAA National Severe Storms Laboratory reports that “worldwide, there are an estimated 16 million thunderstorms each year, and at any given moment, there are roughly 2,000 thunderstorms in progress.” Thunderstorms are most likely to occur during the spring and summer months, particularly in the afternoon and evening hours, but they can occur at any…
Mold is a type of fungus that exists everywhere in nature. These molds can exist in different colors, and can be green, orange, purple, white, or black. Molds come in different types and may be classified as allergenic, toxigenic, or infectious. Indoors, mold can cause damage to organic building materials and can endanger human health.…
Even if your carpets appear clean, they can be a host for bacteria, microbes, and other irritants. Carpet water damage, mold, and black mold in the carpet can develop anytime it has become wet and stayed wet for a while without the opportunity to dry out thoroughly. If your home had some flooding and the…
A leak in a business structure can be extremely costly. This might result not only in thousands of dollars in damage and repairs, but it could also result in the closure of your business until the destruction is repaired. To assist in avoiding the worst-case scenario, follow these suggestions from ServiceMaster of the Upstate for…
Standing water or excess water in the home—whether because of flooding, a burst pipe, or a leaky roof—can jeopardize your home or property’s safety. In addition to the structural damage it causes, water damage can introduce another issue that needs serious attention: mold growth. Learn about mold and water damage from ServiceMaster of the Upstate.…