After a fire incident, homeowners and business owners have to deal with more than just fire damage. Water damage from firefighting efforts and residual soot and smoke must immediately be addressed to prevent further problems from occurring. This is a job that is best done by professionals, such as the team at ServiceMaster of the Upstate.…
Fire incidents can cause small to large-scale damages to your business. Like any other type of damage, fire damage needs prompt action to prevent more serious consequences from occurring. One such problem that may stem after a fire has been put out is smoke damage. When left unattended, smoke can lead to lasting effects that…
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…
Often, as we end our Thanksgiving celebrations, our minds start to drift towards the coming holidays. Holiday decorations are taken out of the attic and put in their place around homes. You may even have put your tree up already. Thoughts of fire safety are not usually dancing through your heads. This is a joyous time of…
While Thanksgiving is the most celebrated holiday in the US, the number of home cooking fires triples on this festive day. It is easy to get distracted while cooking Thanksgiving dinner and entertaining your guests at the same time. Talking about fire safety hazards, ServiceMaster of the Upstate is a water damage restoration company in Newberry SC and a fire and smoke damage…
Partying, smoking, and drinking may all be part of homeowners’ lifestyle but could be putting you at a higher risk of fire. Over the years, cigarettes, smoking materials, and candles have caused the most injuries in the 18 to 24-year-old age group. More than half of all accidental dwelling fire deaths amongst this age group…
As an owner of a house or business establishment, you may frequently be hoping that your property will never be razed by a fire because everything will turn to ashes, and you may even wish for a flood to happen instead. Fire prevention is an utmost campaign that should be participated in by the entire…
Yes, by ServiceMaster of the Upstate The smoke released by any type of fire may it be from the forest, brush, crop or wood burning, is a mixture of particles and chemicals produced by incomplete burning of carbon-containing materials. Smoke can contain many different chemicals such as aldehydes, acid gases, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, polycylic…