There are many potential causes of a house fire and electric fires are among the most common and the most dangerous. Electric fires can happen in an instant and they can start in hidden areas of the home because so…
Mold grows best in areas with excess moisture and with boiling pots of water, leaking faucets, soggy trash cans and sinks turning on and off frequently, it’s no wonder mold loves kitchens. ServiceMaster Mold Prevention and Kitchen Safety Tips 1.…
There are several ways that smoke can get into your home as cooking, candles, cigarettes, house fires, bonfires, and even wildfires are all potential sources. Smoke easily penetrates various surfaces and materials in a home including flooring, walls, clothing and…
When flooding occurs, our first concern is the inside of our home — but what about the outside? Next time you suspect a leak, try checking these common flooding areas - watch the video. How to inspect the outside of…
If a fire unexpectedly damages your home, handling the clean-up could mean the difference between a small inconvenience or something much, much worse. Learn the dos and don’ts in the aftermath of a house fire with this helpful video and…
What is Mold Mold isn’t just a disgusting growth on a wall; left alone, spores will spread through an entire building. Mold can cause allergic reactions and respiratory problems, and can ruin a building’s structural integrity. It can grow on…
Mold Damage Mold can be a very troubling sight in a home or a building because of the widespread damage it can cause as well as the possible health risks from exposure. It commonly appears as a result of water…
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), in 2014 there were 1,298,000 fires reported in the United States. One home structure fire was reported every 86 seconds. Here is how you can prevent home fires. In addition to checking your smoke alarms,…
What is a Flash Flood? The term flash flood is used to describe rapid flooding of geomorphic low-lying areas such as washes, rivers, dry lakes and basins. This can be associated and caused by heavy rain, tropical storms or hurricanes.…