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After a flood, the damage to your belongings can take its toll. Unfortunately, that’s not the only thing to worry about. A severely water-damaged area is a prime place for mold to grow. Once water damage has occurred, it’s essential to hire someone to remove the mold damage immediately to minimize any severe contamination of your home. How Long Until

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Can you repair flood damage? The answer is that it depends. Though a flood restoration company helps mitigate the damage, some upholstered items may be unsalvageable. Here’s everything you need to know about flood damage: Common Causes of Floods Floods are generally natural disasters. Depending on the situation, floods are the result of: River flooding Tropical storms/storm surges Levee failures/dam

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Maybe you have mold in your house. Do the smart thing and call a company like PNW Restoration to remove it, because prolonged mold exposure can cause anyone living in your home to suffer serious health issues. You might be wondering how long this process takes. The short answer is that mold removal can take anywhere from 1 to 5

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Does your Portland home have a garage? Unless you converted your garage to a home office or workspace, chances are you don’t visit your garage too often. Because of this, it’s very easy to miss signs of water damage. While you will eventually need to call in professional water restoration services for help, it’s best to get acquainted with the

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Hazmat cleanup is not something you do for minor spills. This cleaning method is needed when a home or business suffers exposure to hazardous materials. These materials include blood, asbestos, or infectious diseases. Moreover, due to the sensitive nature of these products, you need to hire a professional to conduct hazmat cleanup so they can remove the substance and clean

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You’re probably noticing water damage after the problem has already become severe. Out of all the rooms in your house, basements are most prone to water damage because of floods, clogged gutters, and foundation cracks. Unless you have a finished basement, you’re likely not regularly visiting your basement. Knowing the signs of water damage and when it’s time to call

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After experiencing a flood or sewage backup, your first thought is to clean up the mess. But have you ever thought about what this mess leaves behind? Microbial contamination is common after a severe flood or septic backup. If left untreated, it causes viruses and other health complications.  Here are the most common examples of microbial contamination: What is Microbial

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If your Portland home recently suffered a flood, you likely want to know whether your belongings can be salvaged. This is not an uncommon question. In fact, it’s one of the most common questions our flood cleanup team at PNW Restoration receives.  Generally speaking, yes – your home can be salvaged after a flood. However, it’s going to depend on

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You noticed some blemishes beneath the kitchen sink or on your wall. However, you’re unsure what it is. Maybe it’s mold. Perhaps it’s mildew. But how can you tell the difference? Before you make the call to a mold restoration company, here are a few key ways you can tell the difference between them.  1. Mildew is Easier to Spot

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You found mold beneath your kitchen sink. How did it get there? And how can you get rid of it? Mold needs three things to survive: moisture, humidity, and something to “eat.” As such, the space beneath your kitchen sink is an ideal environment. Finding mold damage can be a headache. These tips will help you understand what causes it

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