Fire, Water, and Storm Damage Restoration Blog

House fires can be deadly. Here are the TOP 7 Reasons they happen. Cooking - This is the #1 cause of fires in homes. 42% of home fire happen in the kitchen.  Unsupervised cooking can cause a small flame up into an uncontrollable situation. Always keep an close watch...

Water damage to your home or business can be extremely frustrating. Toilet leak, storm water, pipe bursting on and on these things happen to 1000's of homeowners a day. Most people don't know what to do..... Call Insurance company? Clean it yourself? Call a...

What should one expect after a fire or other insurance loss? First thing - is health and welfare..... Hopefully everyone and all your pets have made it out safely. Temporary housing - depending on the amount of damage the insurance company and or us can help you find...

Truths and myths of dryer fires Our experts set the record straight Last reviewed: April 2009 VIDEO: How to avoid a dryer fire at home Here's a frightening claim: Fabric-softener sheets can burn out the heating unit of your clothes dryer and possibly...

Mold Remediation   Table 1: Water Damage - Cleanup and Mold Prevention   Table 1 presents strategies to respond to water damage within 24-48 hours. These guidelines are designed to help avoid the need for remediation of mold growth by taking quick action...

AFTER THE FIRE! Returning to Normal Recovering from a fire can be a physically and mentally draining process. When fire strikes, lives are suddenly turned around. Often, the hardest part is knowing where to begin and who to contact. The Federal Emergency Management...

Q1: Should I have a contractor meet with my insurance adjuster? [A: Absolutely. The insurance companies have someone working on their side, shouldn’t you? One of our insurance recovery specialists will meet directly with your insurance adjuster to ensure no damages...

THE FIRST 24 HOURS Securing Yourself and The Site ■   Contact your local disaster relief service, such as the American Red Cross or the Salvation Army, to help with your immediate needs, such as: •temporary housing; •food; •medicine; •eyeglasses; •clothing; and...

Learn About Fire Escape Plans   In the event of a fire, remember that every second counts, so you and your family must always be prepared. Escape plans help you get out of your home quickly. In less than 30 seconds, a small flame can get completely out of control...