No homeowner wants to hear the two dreaded words: water damage. Usually, those words mean you will most likely have to spend money on replacing or repairing items you were not planning on. The truth is water is really harmful to any kind of wood flooring, even if it is water-resistant. If you have a …
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Drywall, plasterboard, wallboard, gypsum board, SheetrockTM, LAGYP, or GypRocTM are all different names for wall coverings that have a similar look and feel but are made using different core materials. These are different wall coverings used in various different applications, during different eras of construction, and in different areas of the US. Whatever you …
Ice dams can occur for a variety of different reasons. There are some things you can do to help prevent these from occurring. The keys to preventing ice dams are making sure there is proper ventilation, maintenance, drainage, and insulation. How to Prevent Ice Dams From Occurring: Make sure your gutters are clear of leaves …
Do you already have mold damage in your home? Does your insurance plan cover mold? Does homeowners insurance usually cover mold mitigation? Home insurance companies usually don’t cover mold damage unless it’s directly related to a “covered peril.” However, there are instances when mold damage and mitigation might be covered. For example, if mold is …
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Issues with your roof can allow moisture to seep into your property, resulting in the growth of mold. The first step for dealing with roof leaks and mold is to determine the cause of the leak and repair it. Common Reasons for Roof Leaks The most common causes of roof leaks that result in water …
We have discussed the main causes of sewer backups and the ways to prevent sewers from backing up in prior blog posts. Now, we want to talk about the process of cleaning up a sewer backup and what to expect when a water damage restoration company is called in to help you. A sewer backup …
If you’ve ever experienced flooding in your basement after heavy rainfall, you know that there’s more than just water damage that comes with it. Sewer backup claims typically involve sewage/wastewater, which is categorized as level 3 water damage. A category 3 poses a health hazard, therefore the mitigation can be very costly when cleaned up …
A backed-up sewer can cause thousands of dollars in damage to subfloors, flooring, electrical systems, walls, furniture, and other personal belongings. In this blog post, we want to help you learn about the causes of sewer backups, what you as a homeowner are responsible for maintaining and the steps you can take to protect your …
When a home or a business is damaged by fire and smoke, the devastation left by the blaze and water suppression efforts results in a mess being left behind. It can be a trying time for anyone. Hopefully, the tips and pointers we offer here will help you to know how to proceed after the …
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Did you just get your payout amount back from your insurance adjuster or insurance company? If the amount seems right and fair, you accept the payout and get your property back to pre-disaster condition and move on. If you don’t feel that the amount is correct or fair, don’t be intimidated by your insurance company …