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3 Ways Landscaping Can Mitigate Flooding
Landscaping is not just for looks. Strategic design can help to reduce the risk of outside flooding at your home. If you live in a region with heavy precipitation, you should consider these three ways to facilitate rain drainage. 1. Adjust Grading and Add Slopes The...
3 Sources of Black Water and Their Effects on Cleanup Efforts
Sudden flooding can impact your home in many ways. Because most floods are usually difficult to predict, the resulting damage can happen quickly, especially in the case of Category 3 water. This contaminated or “black water” can come from several sources, and it is...
What To Expect When Rebuilding After a Commercial Fire
There is a lot to consider when a fire breaks out at your business, and you are figuring out the process of rebuilding. A good first step is to get an estimate from a reputable fire restoration company. A full-service company will make several considerations when they...
A Quick Overview of the Mold Remediation Process
If you’re new to the presence of black mold growth in your commercial property, the prospect of how to handle it can seem rather perplexing. Thankfully, since mold growth is such an everyday occurrence for property owners, there’s plenty of information available to...
Ruined to Rescued: Three Steps To Save a Wet Carpet
If you’ve ever had a pipe break in your home, you know that the aftermath can be as costly as it is messy. Before you get out your credit cards, you should know in most cases it’s possible to rescue a waterlogged carpet! As long as the source of your flood is clean,...
Fire Cleanup Process the Pros Live By
Anyone who has ever seen a fire up close knows what a harrowing experience it can be. Your primary concern should be safety, but cleaning up afterward and mitigating the damage can be a challenge. Damage from the flames and smoke damage can make it impossible to stay...
Minding the Gaps: Finding Good Storm Coverage
If your commercial property in Tulsa, OK is frequently beset by storms, your property insurance coverage is probably not sufficient to pay the costs of the flood restoration services you will likely need at some point. You need storm insurance. Even with the extra...
Tips to Securing Your Building After a Fire
The effects of a fire in your office building can be devastating. Even minor fire damage can become a burden on your business. In severe cases, you won’t be able to enter your building until cleanup and restoration crews make it safe to do so. In the meantime, it’s...
How Long Does a Commercial Generator Last?
A commercial generator can power a building in the event of power loss. Generators run for decades with regular standby operation, inspection, and maintenance to prevent generator problems. Fuel Types and Longevity Property owners should factor in the fuel type when...