When is the right time frame to perform routine maintenance on your roof? What will be covered by insurance in the instance of a storm and/or hail damage? As claims in the state of Ohio rise yearly due to increase in hail and natural disasters, some changes will be put into effect by insurance companies regarding what constitutes storm damage, and those which are a direct result of negligence on the home owners behalf. The first thing a Read More
No one every expects it could happen to them. The Johnson family is going on holiday, and leaving in a rush to get to the airport , they check the luggage twice to be sure they have not forgotten any important items. Unfortunately, they forget to prepare the home to prevent major water damage by simply SHUTTING THE WATER OFF TO THE HOUSE! FAST FORWARD 10 DAYS: Johnson family arrives home from the vacation, only to find water running out from Read More
April 22 is reserved for inspiring awareness and appreciation for the environment. Originally founded in 1970, the recognition of Earth Day has become more accepted as we learn more about reducing our carbon footprint, and how we affect our planet’s future. An individual’s carbon footprint, is the measure of one’s activities affect the environment and climate change. Go paperless. Receive and pay your bills electronically. Not only Read More
When you think of the most expensive appliance in your home, what comes to mind, and was your furnace considered? Typically replacing the furnace can cost you anywhere from $3,000 to more than $10,000. Recently a customer experienced an issue with a wire which went bad and prevented the furnace from operating. This caused the temperature of their home to drop below 60 degrees before we caught it. With cold weather this can be an issue, as Read More
Stachybotrys. Although this word sounds more like a member of the kale family, it is actually most knows as being “black mold” or “toxic black mold.” This species of mold are frequently associated with poor indoor air quality that arises after fungal growth on water-damaged building materials. Regardless of the water source from which this mold grows, there are risks associated with exposure as well as cleanup. First, a few facts about Read More
For some people, the debate on which smartphone ecosystem can rage for days. A lot of people are moving toward Android, and while iOS is still a powerhouse, Windows Phone 8 and Blackberry are becoming more popular. What they cannot dispute, is the necessity for any of these devices during a disaster or emergency. Insurance agencies, safety organizations, and developers have recognized this and developed their own apps to assist their customers Read More
One only need look at recent weather events to conclude just how dependent we are on electricity. Hurricane Sandy brought wide spread destruction and loss of power to over a 6 million homes and businesses from NY to Ohio in early November 2012. Question: What happens at times like this?Answer: Hundreds of millions of dollars of property damage escalate when many of us are not prepared to deal with the aftermath of power interruption due to Read More
It doesn’t take a lot for your home repair bills to get out of control. There are extreme situation where maintenance is never thought of. We have all seen the shows like hoarders where maintenance is ignored. If you keep up with maintenance on your home you will save money long term and short term. Many of the repairman services will be avoided by simply completed a few things a year to extend and improve the performance of your home. Home Read More
There are the numerous fans that turn your living room into an airport launch pad as well as dehumidifiers left in the middle of the room. Obviously this equipment is necessary and imperative to the goal of getting your home dry and back to pre-loss condition, but what are the benefits of property dehumidification? We will explore them next. As is the case with any time of property restoration, quick response is always a key step in mitigating Read More
Over time, the ducts that distribute warm air from your furnace and cool air from your air conditioner can collect dust and debris. Left unchecked, this debris can contribute to health problems and poor furnace efficiency. Here are 5 situations when you should consider having your ducts cleaned by a professional: 1. When water is present in your ducts When moisture is in your ducts, it could cause mold growth. The first step is to Read More