Cold and wet winter months can create the perfect atmosphere for mold to grow. When water from rain, sleet and snow during the winter months gets tracked inside, the increased moisture can create more humid conditions inside your home, allowing mold to grow more quickly. Luckily, there are a few easy ways to reduce and control…
Water damage is a common and recurring problem in homes and businesses, but dealing with it can still be a daunting task every time. Water damage can stem from normal disruptions like broken pipes, leaking faucets, or damaged appliances to natural calamities like heavy rain and intense flooding, but no matter how big or small the damage is,…
Doing the laundry is a part of the typical household routine. Advancements in technology have made it easier with the development of washing machines and dryers. While it is important to care for clothes properly, just as important is regular dryer checkup, as 2,900 dryer fires are reported annually, according to the U.S. Fire Administration. Poorly maintained…
Water damage is not only a residential concern. In the commercial setting, leaks can cause drastic problems for a business owner. Not only can they cause costly damage and repairs, they can also halt operations, damage the building’s interior, and cause accidents. In severe cases, the company even may have to be shut down to fix…
Water Damage & Mold Growth Standing water or excess water in the home – whether because of flooding, a burst pipe, or a leaky roof – always causes a huge headache. It can jeopardize your home or property’s safety. And as if the water damage is not enough, mold quickly begins to sprout inside the…
Whenever floodwaters have receded and clean-up has been done, one of the most common mistakes committed by homeowners is overlooking areas where molds and mildew may grow. Most homeowners might have thought they have thoroughly cleaned all possible areas. However, molds have hidden colonies and tend to spread out of control. By the time you discover them, it…
Types of Mold & How They are Affecting Your Home Mold is present all around us. Some forms pose no threat to humans, while others like the dreaded black mold can cause serious health effects like chronic fatigue or coughing. It’s essential to always be on the lookout for mold to protect the health of you…
One of the most destructive and devastating things you can ever experience as a homeowner is a flood. There are many causes of household flooding including: Heavy rains Storm Sewer back-up Malfunctioning sump-pump Burst pipes Leaked pipes No matter what the cause, you must still know what you should do if your house floods, especially…
Life is loaded with exciting bends in the road. Some major life events are expected, while others happen instantaneously and unexpectedly. Some of these life events could have a significant impact on your home, and that impact could mean you need professional home cleaning. While many people enlist the help of a professional restoration company after a flood,…
Flooding is a dreadful disaster to watch out for right after a thunderstorm or hurricane rampage. The floodwater is unfriendly and rots the wood furniture, including doors and cabinets, as water is absorbed by the wood and drywall, eventually causing engorgement of the wood. When water is absorbed in the wood, it ultimately causes mold damage to…