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How to Prevent Burst Pipes in the Summer Months
Homeowners keep an eye on their water pipes during winter, wrapping them in insulation or dripping the faucet, to ensure they don’t burst. But unbeknownst to homeowners, summer can wreak havoc on the pipes, too. Here are seven tips to prevent burst pipes in the...
When Do I Need Mold Remediation?
Mold is a common issue in homes that can result in significant property damage while also posing a health hazard to residents. Mold growth takes hold on materials that contain organic food sources and the damage it causes can be severe if it is not removed. The...
How to Get Fire Smoke Smell Out of the House Fast
The smell of smoke is an unmistakable odor and when it appears in your home, the odor can linger until the proper steps are taken to remove it. Your home may be affected by smoke odors due to a dramatic event such as a house fire or from something as simple as...
How to Be Prepared for a Power Outage
Whenever a severe storm or weather event occurs such as a thunderstorm, tornado, hurricane, winter storm, or flash flood, there is always a risk of a power outage. These storms typically knock out power by damaging transformers and powerlines that feed electricity to...
How to Clean Concrete After a Fire
Concrete suffers permanent damage once it is exposed to fire. Due to safety reasons, fire-damaged concrete should be restored or replaced by professionals soon after the fire damage event. Cleaning the concrete is a laborious task but can be done using the following...