Although we would like to have appliances that lasts us a lifetime and never have to worry about it again, but we all probably had to dealt with some broken appliances. A broken washing machine, leaky dishwasher, or a water heater that suddenly stopped working. Not only do you have to replace or fix the appliances itself, but there could … Read More
How to Prevent Pipes from Freezing this Winter in Indiana | ServiceMaster
As we enter the year 2021, we are reminded how cold the winters in Fort Wayne can be. The average low temperature in the Fort Wayne, IN area is about 17 degrees Fahrenheit. This means it’s time to prepare for freezing pipes and potential pipe burst emergencies. ServiceMaster Restoration by Contractors wants to ensure residents in the Fort Wayne, Marion, … Read More
How to Keep Your Gutters Functional Through the Winter
Not much thought is given to our gutters when running around trying to keep everything else functional, especially during the off-seasons like winter and summer. But they endure a lot of weight and freezing temperatures during the winter, making it extremely difficult to continue draining water away from the property. If not, both snow and ice will accumulate within the … Read More
How to Prevent Fire and Water Damage in the Fall and Winter
One of the worst aspects about fire and water damage is that both occur year-round, and both may come from natural and man-made causes. But as they can both occur from various sources, there are seasonal trends in where and when they start, such as frozen pipes in the winter and storm damage in the spring and summer. As we … Read More
Fall Maintenance Tips to Prevent Water Damage
With the warm weather starting to cool off, it won’t be long till we start to notice the leaves fall and start layering our clothing. As pleasant as the idea of hot drinks and bon fires is, be sure to prepare your home for the fall before all of this takes place. Preparing your outdoors area for fall: Looking over … Read More
How to Prevent Flooding This Spring in the Midwest
The arrival of spring is always a relief in the Midwest as the winter brings miserable weather conditions including blistering cold temperatures, subzero wind chills, snow, and ice. It is no wonder that those in the Fort Wayne area and throughout the greater Midwest are happy to feel warmer temperatures and watch the ice and snow disappear. While the weather … Read More
Types of Flood Water: Greywater and Blackwaste
One of the worst things a homeowner can find in their home is a couple of feet of water. Water damage is the most common type of property damage that homeowners experience and indoor flooding in particular can cause very extensive structural damage and lead to the presence of mold and mildew. When people discover flooding in their home, it … 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
