Hurricanes and other major storms can devastate cities and entire regions. Residents are often forced from their homes, property is damaged beyond repair — and storms affect infrastructure, too. Think about a storm surge that sweeps over land. It obviously makes an impact on roadways, but it also permeates the many systems that keep our…
We take particular precautions when the weather turns cold and the days grow short. We wear coats and boots, and we take gloves and additional layers with us if we think the weather will become even colder. And we do the same for our children when they head off for school. After all, no one…
2017 has been a record year for hurricanes, and for the flooding they leave in their wake. The United States and Puerto Rico are still reeling from Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria. Once the storm is gone, it becomes essential to keep an eye out for flood damages, especially those types of damage that might…
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 United States License Hurricane season starts in late summer and drifts into fall in the United States. Sometimes hurricane season comes and goes with potentially devastating storms weakening somewhere in the Atlantic or Caribbean and making landfall as tropical storms or even less powerful weather…
Fire is a particularly destructive force that destroys property and burns many materials beyond repair. Whether the fire damage was caused by a wildfire, an electrical fire or a backyard barbecue that got out of control, the results can be devastating. Cleanup may involve repairing or replacing most surfaces in the building. Anything that wasn’t…
Aside from the obvious appearance issue, there are real reasons to keep floors clean and dry in a business. Did you know that nearly 20 percent of all job-related injuries are slips, trips and falls? Keeping a dry and clean business floor protects companies from potential liability, should someone slip or fall. It also instills…
A garage can be an extremely versatile space. For DIY and professional mechanics, garages are where they roll up their sleeves and get to work. For those who enjoy carpentry, portions of the garage may serve as a workshop. Others opt to use their garage…
Fire. Flood. Storm Damage. Natural disasters like these can cause incredible amounts of damage and many homeowners want to restore the damage as quickly as possible following a natural disaster. Unfortunately, in an effort to repair damage, many well-meaning homeowners often do more harm than good. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NoDerivs…
It’s easy for bathroom floors to become slick. There’s always the chance of spilled water. Plumbing issues can lead to slow leaks that soon become large puddles. And regular cleaning and mopping can leave floors damp. This is a reality for home and business owners alike, and everyone who owns or operates a bathroom has…
Most Effective Placement of Water Damage Restoration Equipment There are a lot of factors that can affect the success and efficiency of a water damage restoration project; including severity of the damage and the size of the project, the types of materials damages, and the quality of equipment that you have. However, something that many…
Summer is over. The temperature is gradually…
