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Is Water Damage Covered by Insurance?

Homeowners insurance is one of the costs of owning a home you likely never think about until you have to. A standard homeowners insurance policy is designed to protect you financially from unexpected events that cause damages such as fire, smoke, theft, vandalism, falling trees, and weather events such as hail, wind, and lightning. Not […]

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Water Damage from a Roof Leak at Your Business?

A leaking roof in a commercial building can be one of the most frustrating experiences for a property manager or building owner. Water damage from a roof leak can cause thousands of dollars in damages, lead to mold growth, and even displace building occupants if the damage is extensive. Even a small leak can cause […]

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How to Repair Water Damaged Drywall

Almost every homeowner has faced some sort of water damage, whether from a storm, leaky pipe, or broken appliance like a dishwasher. Water can be destructive and when it meets up with drywall, it can cause unsightly damage to interior walls and ceilings. Even worse, if left unaddressed water-damaged drywall can collapse and cause mold […]

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How to Divert Water Away from Your Home

If your yard is a soggy mess after a rainstorm, and you’re asking how to move water away from your house, you likely have a water drainage issue. While it may be easy to ignore, damp, wet landscapes can lead to damp, wet basements and bigger problems like water damage and a mold outbreak. One […]

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Water Damage in Commercial Buildings

Commercial building water damage has a greater impact than a water loss at a residential property. Office building water damage is more complex not only because of the size of the property but also because of the complexity of the mechanical systems. When a water loss strikes, the consequences of water damage in a commercial […]

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Water Mitigation vs. Water Damage Restoration

Flash floods. Burst pipes. Tropical Storms. Leaking dishwasher. Sooner or later you may experience water damage and need both water mitigation and water damage restoration services. But what is the difference between the two? While both services share some similarities, water damage mitigation is typically the priority after a water loss as it safeguards the […]

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How to Prepare for Snowmelt Flooding

When people think of floods, they think of rivers flooding in early spring or tropical storms pouring inches of rain in the summertime. The truth is flooding is a year-round risk, especially with melting snow. In the mid-Atlantic, we are no strangers to heavy snowfall, and when it rapidly melts with rising temperatures, it can […]

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Restoring Concrete After Water Damage

After flooding or other water damage emergencies, it’s important to completely dry out the affected areas before working on any remodeling or reconstruction. Restoring concrete after water damage is critical as water and humidity can lead to additional damage including a mold outbreak. Many home and business owners take the time to dry out materials […]

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Tips to Protect Important Documents

In an emergency such as a fire, flood, or other natural disaster, you may only have minutes to escape your home. How do you keep important documents such as your birth certificate, Social Security card, and financial paperwork safe from harm? Let’s take a look at tips to protect important documents when disaster strikes, including […]

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How to Prevent Attic Water Damage

 Water damage anywhere can cause issues, but attic water damage can create an excessive headache and stress for a homeowner. Most homeowners rarely go into their attics, so oftentimes roof leaks and excessive moisture go unnoticed until it’s too late. When issues go undetected, they get worse and can compromise the structural integrity of […]

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