Emergency Disaster Restoration Tips
If your home sustains damage from a disaster, such as a flood or fire, it is tempting to try to restore all your personal belongings to their original condition and quickly return to normal....
Category: Tips and Checklists
How Do Wildfires Start?
Wildfires are dreaded natural disasters because they destroy wildlife, livestock, land, and threaten the lives of civilians and emergency responders. They cause devastating effects to property and nature throughout the country and unfortunately, wildfires...
How to Prevent Fire Damage in Winter
Homeowners don’t anticipate fire damage in the winter because of the cold temperatures and snow on the ground. However, winter brings certain fire hazards that most people aren’t aware of. In fact, these fire...
Repair, Don’t Replace
There are various ways your personal belongings and building materials can be damaged, such as water and fire damage, stains, and pet waste. Carpet, furniture, and appliances can be easily damaged and are expensive...
How the Water Damage Source Affects its Impact
Leaks, backups, and other sources in which water can enter your home are all damaging, but none are exactly alike. Discovering where the water comes from determines the impact it will have on your...
Winter Survival Kit for Your Home and Car
Especially for those who live in the northern states, a winter car and home emergency kit is very important for everyone in your household. Snowstorms and blizzards also cause a number of delays, disasters,...
7 Turkey Fryer Fire Safety Tips
Compared to the tradition of roasting the turkey in the oven on Thanksgiving, many families prefer a little more flavor by frying it instead. But many organizations, including the National Fire Protection Association and...
How to Prepare Your Home for a Flood
Floods are the most common natural disasters, but not all of them are caused by Mother Nature. They can occur from any of the following sources: heavy rains, sewage backups, leaking appliances and pipes, frozen...
How to Prevent Smoke Buildup When Using Your Fireplace
Chilly winter evenings become cozy when the fireplace is lit, flames dance and families gather, nestling in the warmth. But when the fireplace spews smoke back into the home’s interior, the air becomes dangerously...
How to Handle Demolition Debris
Debris appears as a result of a natural disaster like flooding, fire, or windstorm, or more frequently, a demolition or construction project. Regardless of the source, debris present on your property is a nuisance...