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After the storm, fire or flood has passed, your home may need work to become habitable and safe to live in once again. The Department of Housing and Urban Development recommends you take these steps to restore your home after an emergency: Work...

When it comes to something like restoration there are dozens upon dozens of machines that are used to facilitate the process of restoration. That being said, there are some that are fairly common to all restoration processes and some that are far...

Personal property cleaning is not quite the same thing as house cleaning. House cleaners clean surfaces and furniture. Personal property cleaners clean smaller items including books, jewelry, etc. Most people never need to hire a personal...

Effects of flood damage can be devastating. The extent of injuries and destruction of property as a result of rising waters will depend on the magnitude of the flood. To ensure that you recover from the outcomes of a flood, you should employ some...

Water can cause structural damage to your property in several ways. In general, damage occurs when water pools in areas where it shouldn’t. Finding the cause of the problem can help prevent future leaks or floods, or serious...

Having a roof over your head is pretty important so don’t wait until water is leaking through the ceiling to call a contractor. It is important to regularly check your roof for signs that it may need to be replaced. Here are some...

If there is a sudden lack of water pressure in your home, this could be a sign that an underground pipe bringing water to your home has burst. This is a problem that should be taken care of right away, as underground pipe bursts could lead not only...

There are many factors that can cause pipes to leak and your plumbing to not be as efficient as it once was. Here are five of the most common causes of water damage and some helpful tips for preventing each one. 1. Rusty pipes Older homes are...

Focus on Client Success: Jarvis Property Restoration Excerpt from Kathy Stockman | Procurement Specialist with the Macomb Regional PTAC "Jarvis Property Restoration (Jarvis) was awarded a GSA Schedule 84 (Total Solutions for Law...

Most people don't have to be told to avoid sewage. People are conditioned from an early age to understand that it both smells bad and is hazardous to people's health; however, for some people sewage exposure might be unavoidable. People...

Mold found inside the home often causes people to get sick, especially those with weaker immune systems. Because infants’ immune systems are still developing, they fall into this category and can be negatively impacted by household...

Every organization must decide for itself when is the appropriate time to review and revise the business’ disaster plan. However, there are some guidelines that organizations can follow. Here are four times when you should review or revise...

Iowa has experienced heavy rains for the last couple of days.  As a result of this, flash flooding has occurred in several counties.  The National Weather Service has issued flash flooding alerts in several parts of the state, such as in...

When your home sustains water damage, the problem can be far greater than what meets the eye. Moisture can be trapped in drywall, hardwood floors, carpet, and in other types of flooring and cause serious and expensive damage. Sometimes,...

Black mold is not only unsightly, but it also poses serious health risks to those living in the home. It most often grows when moisture from excessive water damage enters a home, typically in attics, basements, and crawlspaces. Before black mold...

Hurricane Joaquin, the third storm of the Atlantic hurricane season strengthened from a Category 2 storm to a Category 3 on Wednesday night, according to the National Hurricane Center in Miami. Joaquin has put the Bahamas under a hurricane warning...

Original post: 11/06/2013 If your home has an oil-burning furnace, there are several dangers to know. Any furnace can experience a puff back. While puff backs are more common with oil systems, a furnace puff back can also occur with forced air,...