A sewage backup is one of the most unpleasant and potentially most costly water damage events a homeowner can face. Raw sewage carries serious health hazards, contaminates everything it touches, and can cause significant structural damage if not addressed immediately. When it happens, one of the first questions homeowners ask is: Will my insurance cover…
If you’ve ever dealt with a flooded basement, a burst pipe, or a sewage backup, you’ve probably heard the terms water mitigation and water damage restoration used almost interchangeably. They sound similar, and they’re closely related, but they describe two distinct phases of the recovery process. Understanding the difference can help you ask the right…
If you’ve recently experienced property damage and need help quickly, it’s important to call a reputable restoration company. But what do restoration companies do? When it comes to repairing property damage, think of a restoration company like a jack-of-all-trades. Continue reading to learn more about what a restoration company does and how Cleanup & Total…
Floorboards are more vulnerable than you think—especially when water damage is involved. When affected by water, floors may lift, warp, and swell. This isn’t always remediable. If lifted by flooding or surging water, you can expect to need a full-service replacement. Regardless, it’s important to call a water damage company right away. Before the professionals…
Wood rot can lead to significant damage if not caught and treated early on. If you’re a homeowner and want to be sure your property is safe from any wood rot, read on. The first step in preventing wood rot is knowing what causes it. Causes of Rotten Wood Knowing what causes wood rot is…
As the shield for your home, your roof is particularly vulnerable to hail damage. But since you don’t see the top of your roof every day, how can you tell if your roof has been damaged by hail? No one wants to find out that their roof is hail-damaged, but knowing the signs and what…
