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Top Causes of a House Fire

According to the National Fire Protection Association, every 24 seconds a fire department in the United States is called out to respond to a fire. In 2019, fires caused more than $14.8 billion in property damages. While scary, most house fires are preventable. The first step in fire prevention is understanding what causes home fires […]

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How to Prepare Your Home for Winter

It’s never too late – or too early – to prepare your home for the winter. Falling leaves, plunging temperatures, and winter storms can cause issues for homeowners, so be sure to take time to get ready for winter now.  With some planning, you can minimize damages to your home as well as save money […]

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How to Prepare for a Tropical Storm

Tropical storms can bring heavy rain and wind to our region causing widespread power outages, flooding, and damages to homes and businesses. With hurricane and tropical storm season starting on June 1, it’s important to learn how to prepare for a tropical storm for our region. While fierce storms can be scary, there are important […]

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What Types of Mold Are Common in a Home

There are thousands of different types of mold found in both indoor and outdoor environments. Harmful mold types like black mold and toxic mold can cause damage. A mold like penicillin can be useful in things like antibiotics. For a home or business owner, the discovery of mold can be frustrating. Dangerous and toxic molds, […]

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Wind Damage: How Wind Speed Can Impact your Home or Business

Summer storms can have a severe impact on a home or business, especially when accompanied by strong winds. Wind can tear off shingles from roofs, uproot trees, peel away siding from a structure and even decimate a building. According to research from the Congressional Budget Office (CBO), expected annual economic losses from wind and storm-related […]

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Tropical Storms vs. Hurricanes – Know the Difference

What is the Difference Between a Tropical Storm and a Hurricane? The Atlantic hurricane season officially started on June 1, with an expected increase in activity in August followed by a peak in September. While Southern and coastal states are at the highest risk to experience a hurricane or tropical storm, our region can also […]

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What to Do After a Flood

In 2019, flooding impacted more than 14 million people in the United States. Flooding can cause extensive water damage in homes and businesses, and it’s essential to take quick action after a flood to protect business assets and home possessions. At Reynolds Restoration Services, we’ve responded to countless water and flooding emergencies over the last 15 years. Our team of restoration specialists offers the following […]

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4-Step Process for Planning for Facility Emergencies

No business is immune to a disaster or interruption to business operations caused by a storm, flood, fire, or other event. While emergencies and weather-related catastrophes are hard to predict, with some planning and preparation, facility managers and business owners can limit the negative impact to their business operations. Do you know what to do […]

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Tips for Welcoming Your Employees Back to the Office

As state and local governments start to re-open non-essential businesses for employees, it’s critical for business owners and senior leadership to consider and implement ways to create a safe and healthy work environment. Employees may be concerned with returning to an office, and small gestures and safety protocols can go a long way to improve […]

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Are You Prepared to Reopen?

We understand preparing your facility and a return to day-to-day operations may seem like a daunting task. In addition to easing the fears and anxiety your team may have about returning to work, you also need a plan in place to provide a safe and healthy work environment for your team. With the responsibility of […]

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