Swimming in a pool is fun, having your belongings go for a swim in your basement is no fun.
As a homeowner, there are some things you can do to prevent basement flooding in your home or commercial property. Stopping up leaks, fixing cracks in...
Imagine this: in the middle of working on a project, your screen goes blank. Half-way through a build, your machine shuts off. Walking through the halls and the lights go dark.
Your power has just gone off without warning.
Power outages seem...
Reopening schools right now may seem risky, but it is essential. And, if done properly, it can be safe for all those involved. The first step is for schools to clean and disinfect their campuses carefully.
We’ve put together some guidance,...
Everything seems to run smoothly until a storm comes along.
With wild winds, power going out, flooding, and property damage, hurricane season gets fierce. Many people don’t know about the Atlantic hurricane season. These storm patterns can...
Following the historic flooding in Midland, Michigan in May of this year, many property owners are probably wondering if they are overlooking the potential risks of flooding. Knowing about the local flood zones or areas can help you better...
July 7th, 2020
Dear Valued Customer,
We wanted to reach out to share some exciting news with you regarding Jarvis. We have merged with BMS CAT, proven leaders in the restoration industry since 1948. By combining our teams, we can...
There are almost countless reasons for a business to have to close its doors. Not only do most new small businesses fail, many have unexpected issues come up that make closing inevitable - and that was before COVID-19 or Coronavirus became issues....
There can be a small difference in how two things or animals look, but a huge difference in the danger they present. The Arizona mountain kingsnake and the Coral snake look similar, but the difference is in their bite. The kingsnake is not venomous,...
A lot has changed since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Since the virus became more serious in February, businesses have had to shift to accommodate stay at home guidelines in both Michigan and Florida. Many industries have had to take a different...
The disaster recovery teams from Jarvis Property Restoration in Florida have been working with first responders for several weeks helping to clean and sanitize vehicles, offices and work areas. Jarvis has been working around the clock for the past...
Floods don’t care whether you own or rent a property. Either way, a flood disaster can ruin your business.
Protect yourself and your business from water damage with a solid flood insurance policy. With a good plan, you can end up saving on...
Opening a business is a risk that bold entrepreneurs make despite the odds of it falling. Many factors go into separating a successful small business from one that ends up closing. One factor that can unexpectedly shut a company is a disaster. An...
Balancing the daily needs of your business with planning for its future is a difficult balancing act for owners. There are many operational needs your business has requiring your attention that future considerations can fall by the wayside. However,...
When a massive storm hits, what does your business do? If your business is like too many others, there is no established or recently updated plan for how to respond to disasters, including large-scale storms. Disasters can end up costing your...
Disasters can leave people with more destruction than options to move forward. As a business owner, you need to consider your home and your company’s property. If your building has intense water damage from a broken pipe, suffered from an...
Jarvis Property Restoration, one of the countries largest privately held restoration companies has recently opened a new office on Marco Island. The new office will allow Jarvis to quickly respond to commercial and residential losses with local...
Currently, Hurricane Dorian is in the Caribbean and slowly making its way towards Florida at 12 mph. Dorian is projected to be a Category 4 hurricane when it makes contact with Florida. Category 4 hurricanes consist of wind speeds ranging from...
Like a puzzle, a garage is more challenging to put together than it is to take down, but garage demolition is no easy task. Here at Jarvis Construction, we have seen and performed many demolitions in our 40 years of experience. We are proud of our...
The spring and summer rains are here, so it is a great time to check in on your emergency preparation. We can’t control the weather, but we can set up our homes and families to get through the storm with as little problem as possible. Keep...
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