If you are a homeowner you have probably heard neighbors mention installing a sump pump or even having problems with an existing sump pump that is already installed in their homes. If you aren’t familiar with what a sump pump is – you aren’t alone! This is a term we tend to hear periodically, but […]
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Keep the Moisture Out of Your Home – Tips and Tricks to Cleaning Your Dehumidifier
A dehumidifier is a standard appliance found in homes that struggle with high humidity and moisture problems. A dehumidifier is designed to draw the excess moisture out of the air and into the machine itself, keeping the air around the home dry and free of mold and mildew. Dehumidifiers are also used to help control […]
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5 Warning Signs that a Sump Pump is Needed in Your Basement
Owning a home is a huge undertaking. New homeowners may find it difficult to understand the nuances happening in their homes, and signs of moisture or flooding can happen when you least expect it. Installing a sump pump can help alleviate water damage before it starts. How do you know if you need a sump […]
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Issues above you: What’s causing ceiling damage?
What’s Causing Your Ceiling Damage? How to identify issues. Let’s be honest – aside from your roof, your ceiling is the part of your home that keeps you safe and warm. Your ceiling keeps away harsh temperatures, prevents debris from the attic from getting in your living spaces, and keeps your wires, pipes, and insulation […]
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How to Clean up and Dry Out Your Home After Water Damage
Water damage can happen to any home. Heavy rain, flooding, even heavy snow fall can cause your home to suffer from wet floors and walls. The biggest thing to remember is that your home can be salvaged, but you have to move fast. Serious issues like mold will start to develop after 24 hours of […]
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5 Ways to Protect Your Commercial Property from Flood Damage
Regardless of where you stand on climate change, it’s hard to ignore the extreme weather that has affected–and for some even devastated–various regions of the United States. Recent rainfall amounts are reaching record numbers for 2018, and the result is widespread flooding to not only homes but also commercial buildings and their businesses. When flooding […]
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Remove Mold Smells Like the Experts
Like it or not, there is mold everywhere, be it in the air we breathe or on some of the surfaces with which we come into contact. Despite how common mold may be in our world, efforts should still be made to avoid its presence–especially in your home–to avoid varying health effects, including nasal, throat, […]
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Are Your Appliances Just Water Damage Waiting to Happen?
No matter what the weather may be outdoors, indoor water damage is always a possibility so long as you have appliances. While appliances create everyday conveniences, that all goes away the moment it springs a leak. Even a small trickle of water can lead to costly and stressful water damage. Of course, we’re always here […]
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Keep Your Home Safe on Your End-of-Summer Vacation
Students preparing to go back to school means there’s one last chance to sneak in a summer vacation. Whether you’re celebrating the end of August or starting off September with a no-labor Labor Day break, making the most of your vacation means keeping your home safe. Because there’s no better way to ruin the stress-free […]
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Prevent Flood Damage in Your Commercial Property
Commercial buildings, like any property, are subject to costly weather-related damage. Depending on the season and location, losses can be caused by tornadoes, blizzards, earthquakes, and hurricanes. But maybe one of the more common weather disasters is storms. In addition to hail, heavy winds, and lightning strikes, when the rain starts to fall, often times […]
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