If you have mold in your home—you’re not alone. Sources estimate that a whopping 70% of homes harbor one or more species of mold. Depending on the species, mold can trigger allergy symptoms, respiratory issues, and immune conditions, and has been linked to 96% of the chronic sinus infections in the US in a study by Mayo Clinic. The bottom line?
Water can wreak havoc on your home or business. It doesn’t take long for mold, mildew, and other potential problems to set in. Time is of the essence when dealing with water damage. Delaying the clean-up process can result in further damage and make the process more difficult and expensive. If you live in the Portland area and need help
Every homeowner’s worst nightmare is a water emergency. Something goes wrong, a pipe bursts, a water heater breaks, and now there’s water gushing into your home. You’re panicking, trying to figure out how to stop it, and salvage all your belongings. What do you do in a situation like this? Handling a water emergency is a matter of good preparation
As long as there’s moisture in the air, mold will be a constant companion. Basically, there is no escaping the possibility of mold growth in your home. Here are some tips for successful mold removal for new homeowners. However, if you take some precautions, you can keep mold away. If not, there are a couple of steps you can take
Water damage can wreak havoc on your home, your furnishings, and your finances. As a homeowner, you hope it never happens. But it’s important to prepare yourself for this potential problem. Here is 8 mistakes to avoid with water damage restoration as a new homeowner. Water damage restoration isn’t an easy task. And many homeowners rush to handle the problem
Winterizing plumbing pipes is a process that prepares household plumbing for freezing temperatures that can cause leaks and breaks in the home. When water freezes, it expands as it becomes ice. This expansion produces pressure within pipes, which causes damage. Winterizing plumbing is recommended when a house will be vacant for a long period of time and no water will
When it comes to water damage to a residential or commercial property, there is more than meets the eye. Here are some water damage facts and figures as they pertain to the restoration industry: Water is capable of dissolving a variety of different substances. In fact, water is known as the “universal solvent” because it dissolves more substances than any
Some people are sensitive to molds. For these people, exposure to molds can lead to symptoms such as stuffy nose, wheezing, and red or itchy eyes, or skin. Some people, such as those with allergies to molds or with asthma, may have more intense reactions. Severe reactions may occur among workers exposed to large amounts of molds in occupational settings,