Key Takeaways Visible mold larger than 10 square feet usually requires professional remediation. Hidden mold behind walls, under floors, or in HVAC systems can pose serious health risks. Health symptoms like coughing, sneezing, or respiratory irritation may indicate mold exposure. Water damage or flooding triggers rapid mold growth; you should call a professional immediately. Professional… Read More »
When is Mold Remediation Required?
What To Do If Your Pipes Freeze?
Key Takeaways What to do if pipes freeze: Turn off your water, open faucets, safely warm the pipe, and check for leaks. What happens if pipes freeze: Ice expands inside pipes, building pressure that can lead to a rupture. What to do when a pipe bursts: Shut off the water, drain the lines, call a… Read More »
Local Restoration Experts Explain What to Do if Your Home Floods
Every winter, it happens. We get several days of below-average temperatures, and inevitably pipes freeze, thaw, and then burst, causing in-home flooding. According to water damage statistics, about 40% of homeowners have experienced loss from water damage. What’s more, 93% of all water damage could have been prevented. Carpet Tech, a local flood and fire… Read More »
Deck The Halls Safely: Avoiding Holiday Decorating Injuries
Thanks to the classic Christmas poem, we all know to hang our stockings by the chimney with care. But the modern damagers of decking the halls at Christmastime call for additional safety precautions. According to U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), holiday mishaps result in visits to the emergency room or calls to fire departments,… Read More »
Disinfecting & Cleaning: Beware Of False Claims And Half-truths
Consumers are disinfecting more than ever before; and in our efforts to create and maintain healthy environments, we are getting a lot of mixed messages. Knowing how and what to clean in the midst of this COVID-19 pandemic is both confusing and scary. Your dollars and your health are on the line, so how do… Read More »