Warm temps, melting snow and dewy grass are all signs that spring is near. Along with the joys that spring brings is a substantial increase in mold spores flying throughout the air. Rising temperatures make it easy for mold spores to flourish—along with tree blossoms and the pollen count. When the amount of mold spores intensifies in the great outdoors, … Read More
Protect your Home from Water Damage Caused by Melting Snow
After enduring a long winter filled with ice, snow, and sub-freezing temperatures, the first hint of spring weather is an exciting occurrence. People in areas with harsh winters are so happy about the first 50 degree day that they often overlook the problems that the first warm wave can cause. If there is any ice or snow left on the … Read More
What to Do If You Have Frozen Pipes
Water pipes have a good chance of freezing in the dead of winter, when the temperatures plummet and the outdoors even leave some parts of the indoors feeling a little like the arctic. It’s these icy parts in your home that call for attention. You home is likely to be heated to some degree throughout the winter months. A heated … Read More
How to Prevent Christmas Tree Fires
Your Christmas tree is likely, at present, to be gracing the floor of your living room, adding a merry element to your cozy surroundings. Your majestic tree may be artificial or freshly plucked from a forest floor. You may have hung a delightful series of gorgeous holiday ornaments upon its branches, lending memories and making more. Better yet, your tree … Read More
Thanksgiving Fire Safety Tips
Especially during Thanksgiving, things can get hectic both in and out of the kitchen! From trying out new family recipes to lounging around the fireplace, nothing can beat being surrounded by family. But throughout this excitement, it can be easy to get distracted from the roasting turkey. Sadly, this is why many families suffer through disastrous fires, engulfing their turkey, … Read More
How to Prepare for a Flood
Wherever there is rain, there is the potential for flooding – which is just about everywhere. This can include flash flooding, home flooding, or both, and some areas will experience it more often than others. But according to FEMA, statistics have shown that floods are the most expensive and common natural disaster in the United States. But unfortunately, we cannot … Read More
Mold Removal Costs and How to Save Money
Even the smallest mold problem can grow into an overwhelming situation if it isn’t treated right away. But if you catch it in its earliest stages, you can save lots of time and money by removing it yourself. But unfortunately for others, the damage has already spread too far to use home remedies. These cases will require a mold removal … Read More
Common Fire Hazards at Home
Everyone knows that property fires are destructive, but when it occurs to the individuals themselves, the experience is devastating. All of their belongings, home, and memories will have perished in the flames while they are left with nothing but their insurance claim and a fire damage restoration company to salvage their remaining belongings. While property fires will cause damage to … Read More
How to Prevent Flooding
As everyone living in Northeastern Indiana can agree, flooding is a constant threat for property owners during the spring and summer months. As soon as we get the mobile notification that announces the severe weather alert, it can be nerve-wracking to wonder if or when our homes or buildings will be flooded. Unless you are on the 2nd floor or … Read More
