How To Properly Clean Out Rain Gutters on Your Home
There are plenty of things to do around your home, it can be easy to forget some of the seemingly less important tasks like cleaning out the rain gutters. While it may seem like an inconsequential chore, it is actually one that is very important for the well-being of your home. It may be hard […]
Water Damaged Carpet: How to Cleanup
Water damage in your home can be a source of worry and damage. Whether your home has flooded or you experience a leaking pipe, any amount of water in the home is going to requires some cleanup. When you have water damage in rooms with carpet the cleanup process will be a little bit different. […]
Water Damage You Can’t See and Where to Look For It
Water is vital to sustaining life, but when it comes to your home it can be a death sentence. Water in unwanted places leads to rot, decay, mold, mildew, and a whole slew of problems. If you don’t catch and correct water damage as quickly as possible you’ll be left with huge problems down the […]
Practicing an Emergency Escape Plan: Why It’s Important
They say practice makes perfect, and what better thing to execute perfectly than your emergency escape plan. When people find themselves in an emergency situation, the usually aren’t thinking clearly. They may panic, or they may be injured or in shock. It is certainly a less than ideal time to try to come up with […]
How To Prevent Winter Home Fires
When you think of wintertime you may think of curling up in front of the fireplace with a cup of hot cocoa while listening to some Christmas tunes. It’s a quintessential winter scene, that is until you think of some of the hazards that come along with it. The fact is, half of all home […]
Why You Should Be Using a Drain Snake Regularly
Standing in an ever-growing pool of water while you’re trying to take a shower is no one’s idea of a good time. Clogged drains are something that will happen naturally in every home over time, particularly in older houses. When you notice water beginning to drain slowly, it’s time to work on clearing out […]
5 Myths About Mold
Mold – a word that can instantly cause worry and stress. Many homeowners see mold growth and think they have a major problem. They may worry about the “worst mold,” or black mold and think it’s time to evacuate the house! While mold can be a problem, it’s also something that is naturally found in […]
5 Frequently Asked Questions About Water Damage
Everyone knows water damage isn’t good, but there are a lot of things about water damage that many people don’t know. These unanswered questions are often important facts that can make a big difference in the quality and safety of your home. The more you understand about water damage, the better able you’ll be to […]
How To Prevent Mold Growth In Winter
In order to live, mold needs three things — food, moisture, and warmth. You may think of summer as the prime mold growing months, but actually winter presents optimal mold-growing opportunities. As you begin to heat your home this winter, you may be aiding mold problems without even knowing it. Here’s how to prevent mold […]
Tips On Handling Smoke Damage
If you’ve recently had a fire there is a lot to think about. Smoke damage is just one of the problems you’ll face after a fire besides soot, and the chemicals or water used to put out the fire. How to handle smoke damage is a major concern, and one of the things you should […]