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The U.S. Cities Most At-Risk of Property Damage

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Apr 20, 2023

Do you live in a city where the weather seems to have it out for your property? Of course, some cities are just more prone to property damage than others. Whether you expect it or not, Mother Nature is always ready to rumble somewhere.

Floods, fires, heatwaves, wicked winds: these...Continue Reading

Does Wet Drywall Always Need to Be Replaced?

Person pointing to areas on drywall that are wet
Jul 22, 2022

How to Tell if Drywall Is Water Damaged

If your home has water damage, the building material and contents will need to be evaluated by a professional who has experience with water damage. We recommend working with an established restoration company, like...Continue Reading

How Does Mold Spread?

Black mold on walls and dehumidifier in room
Jul 20, 2022

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Does Mold Grow on Concrete and Cement?

Green mold growing on concrete wall
Jul 8, 2022

Unfortunately, concrete and cement surfaces are not mold-proof. If conditions are right, mold can grow on this hard, rough surface.

While hard surfaces like concrete seem impermeable, they can be quite porous. Spores can quickly take hold and multiply if conditions are right. Without...Continue Reading

Flood Recovery Tips for Businesses

Water flowing through the doors of a flooded business with plants visible in the lobby.
Jun 24, 2022

From coastal storm flooding to overflowing lakes and rivers, floods are one of the most significant causes of damage to homes and businesses. Floods can have strong currents that tear up roads and wash away cars. They’re also difficult to forecast.  

Is your business located in a...Continue Reading

Help! My Bathtub Is Leaking Through the Ceiling! 

Woman wearing yellow rubber gloves, holding a phone and looking distressed as she catches water in a bucket that is leaking from the ceiling.
Jun 10, 2022

If you notice a damp spot on your ceiling, it usually signifies a leak. Depending on your home, the source of the leak could be your roof or plumbing in one of the upstairs rooms.

Plumbing leaks often originate in bathrooms—and the chances are good that a water-damaged ceiling is the...Continue Reading

Embrace National Safety Month at Your Place of Business

National Safety Month, Safety First
May 27, 2022

June is National Safety Month! And while there’s never a bad time to improve your business’s safety practices, early summer is the perfect time to make sure your employees are ready in the event of a disaster.

Why Is Disaster Safety Planning Important?

While the need for having...Continue Reading

How to Detect Water Leaks Behind Walls

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May 13, 2022

Sometimes water damage can occur without you even knowing it. And because water damage isn’t always obvious, it can cause considerable damage before it is detected. A slow leak may lurk inside the walls of your home before any damage is visible. So how do you fix a problem you can’t see?...Continue Reading

Can a Tornado Pick Up a Locomotive?

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May 6, 2022

Although rare, tornadoes can encounter and damage trains. In fact, in 2008, a Union Pacific train was completely derailed in Northern Illinois during a tornado....Continue Reading

Should I Buy a House in a Flood Zone?

Residential home with flooded front yard
Apr 22, 2022

Living close to water is extremely appealing. Who doesn’t want to look out their window and gaze out at a shimmering body of water? Or only have a few minutes’ walk to a beautiful beach?

But there’s a tradeoff to the beauty and convenience of waterfront or water-adjacent property. The...Continue Reading