What to Do if Your Ceiling Leaks During a Storm If you notice your ceiling leaking during a storm, it’s easy to deduce you probably have a leak in your roof. However, if you want to save money and protect your property, you’ll take the following preventative steps right away. Pro Tips 1. Go up
Category: Water, Fire and Sewage Damage
6 Ways to Save Money After a Fire or Flood

6 Ways to Save Money After a Fire or Flood If you’ve recently suffered a fire or flood, the first 72 hours after the accident are the most crucial. Take the following steps to protect yourself, your belongings and your checkbook. 1. Assess the level of damage. Is the damage limited to a small area
How to Choose a Dehumidifier to Prevent Mold

Got mold in your basement or in your attic, right above the air conditioning unit above the area where water condenses and collects? You’re not alone. Mold is a problem a lot of homeowners face, and it can cause significant health problems if not addressed. Learn what you can do to prevent mold from growing
What Does Fire Damage Look Like?

What Does Fire Damage Look Like? The importance of preventing a fire in your home cannot be understated. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), "U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 355,400 home structure fires [between 2012 and 2016]." Over the same period, structural damage soared to $6.5 billion in costs. What,
Do I Really Need to Hire Water Restoration Services? Why Can’t I Just Use a Dehumidifier?

Do I Really Need to Hire Water Restoration Services? Why Can’t I Just Use a Dehumidifier? Your lower level flooded, and your carpet is soaked. Or perhaps your tub overflowed or you’ve discovered a massive water leak and you’ve got water dripping from the ceiling. Do you need to hire water restoration services? Or can