How to Tell if You Need Asbestos Abatement Services

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asbestos abatementAsbestos, once commonly used as insulation for electrical wiring and buildings, has since been found to have deadly effects. Exposure to asbestos can cause a variety of respiratory issues, ranging from mesothelioma to lung cancer.

Many homeowners assume asbestos is a problem of a bygone era. Unfortunately, estimates indicate that asbestos exposure still kills 12,000 to 15,0000 Americans every year.

To protect your family, it’s important to know how to avoid asbestos exposure. This way, you can take proactive steps to have asbestos abatement done.

Here are some factors to consider. Read more

4 Common Mold Types In Residential Homes In AZ And Beyond

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Common Mold TypesMany home repair specialists often regard it as a ‘silent killer of homes’. And although mold is not a huge issue inside residential homes in Arizona (thanks to our dry weather) the fact remains that it is possible for molds to form especially during the monsoon season in late summer.

Molds are fungi that can be found both indoors and outdoors. Molds grow best in warm, damp, and humid conditions, and spread and reproduce by making spores. Mold spores can survive harsh environmental conditions, such as dry conditions, that do not support normal mold growth. As they say, ‘knowing is half the battle’. So, here are four of the most common mold types that are found in residential homes in Arizona and across the US. Read more

Avoid Disasters When Deep Frying A Thanksgiving Turkey

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scottsdale fire restoration companyThere is nothing worse than experiencing a major fire during the holiday season. Sadly, this phenomena is growing; as more homeowners discover how amazing deep frying a Thanksgiving turkey can taste. However, there are a few things that you can do that will permit you to enjoy a nice holiday turkey safely without having to worry about the potential of fire or other damage being done to your home.

Here are three simple tips to consider that will help you avoid the dreaded Thanksgiving turkey disaster.

First – Don’t Deep Fry Inside Your Home

According to the US Department of Energy, nearly 75% of holiday season fires inside homes are caused by mistakes in food preparation. In recent years, these fires have been caused by homeowners who make the decision to deep fry their turkeys indoors. Whether it’s due to bad weather or just a desire to cook inside, deep frying a turkey indoors is simply a bad idea. Read more

Water Damage Scottsdale: Help! My Pipes Broke In My Home

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Water Damage Scottsdale

It’s an all too common problem; you wake up in the middle of the night because you hear water running only to discover that your pipes have burst. This is very common in Scottsdale and without question, it’s very frustrating when a major home component breaks and causes significant damage. However, there are a few things that you can and should do if this occurs that can reduce additional damage being done to you house and save you a considerable amount of stress fixing water damage in Scottsdale. Read more

Basic Facts about Mold Remediation Services in Phoenix

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Mold Remediation Services in PhoenixIf you’ve ever been a victim of flooding inside a home, you can appreciate the value of professional companies that provide mold remediation services in Phoenix. Mold is the silent killer of homes and a primary cause of many respiratory illnesses and medical conditions that can be very serious. And if a home or commercial building has experienced any significant water damage, especially in the hot summer months, finding and hiring a good mold remediation expert in Phoenix is a great way to protect the health of anybody that enters your building.

Here are a few facts about this important profession and service that many of today’s best home remodeling expert contractors provide. Read more

3 Reasons to Call Water Restoration Company in Scottsdale

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Water Restoration Company in ScottsdaleWhen disaster strikes there are often experts that are trained to resolve all issues. If you have experienced any type of water damage you might want to consider contacting a water restoration company in Scottsdale that can repair what is broken, remove all traces of water and repair what is damaged.

Here are a few reasons why you should call a water restoration company first if you experience any flooding inside your home. Read more

Water Removal & Water Damage Restoration Process Explained

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Water Damage Restoration ProcessIf you know somebody that has experienced indoor flood or major water damage inside their home; you’ve probably heard horror stories. There is no mistaking the fact that having an indoor flood or a major water leak inside your home can be very difficult to deal with. However, the reality is that the water damage restoration process is not as difficult as you might think.

Here are a few facts about the process of water removal and water damage restoration in Phoenix so you can clearly understand how it works. Read more

What To Expect If You Need Fire Damage Repair In Phoenix

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Fire Damage Repair In PhoenixThe tragedy of experiencing a fire at your home or commercial building is not something that we’d wish on anybody. Unfortunately, this is a sad reality in which we live. From time to time, whether it’s due to an electrical short, a gas leak , or arson – many people experience the frustration and emotional trauma involved in trying to complete fire damage repair in Phoenix    and surrounding cities. However, believe it or not, the biggest frustration involved in fire damage is often the lack of knowledge about the repair process.

In order to provide you with some guidelines and simple advice if the unfortunate should occur to your home or office building, here are a few things you need to expect if you need to have fire damage restoration completed in Phoenix. Read more

Water Damage Services In Scottsdale For Washing Machine Flood

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When you experience a flood inside your Scottsdale home due to a broken water line attached to your washing machine – it can literally cause a series of headaches to pop up. From water sitting inside your home to the walls, flooring, cabinets and other household items that are damaged, it seems that a simple water hose breaking can quickly spread to a significant restoration project. However, there are a few important water damage services in Scottsdale that are provided by professional home restoration experts that can expedite the clean-up and repair process – along with ensuring that the job is done right to protect your health. Read more

3 Most Common Scottsdale Water Damage Repair Projects

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Water Damage in KitchenLiving in the Phoenix metro area is not always sunshine and lollipops. In fact, during the summer monsoon season, we often receive flash floods and significant rain events that can lead to significant damage to our homes or office buildings. When this occurs, you’ll need to find a dependable Scottsdale water damage repair expert that has the experience fixing the most common and some uncommon water damage repair projects.

To help you find a qualified contractor that can complete water damage home repair in Scottsdale, here are three of the most common projects that are completed in the Phoenix region during the year, and qualifications and steps that the best disaster restoration contractors suggest in order to protect your home and everybody living there. Read more