Immediately following a fire, flood, or another disaster, you understandably will be feeling stress and frustration. After all, your home is now in chaos, and it can be hard to imagine how to get your home back to “normal”. The important thing after a loss at your property is to know how to document damages […]
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Many homeowners are naturally DIYers and are well versed in home projects like installing new flooring, repainting rooms, and even installing plumbing fixtures. When a mold issue arises, DIYers may be tempted to attack the problem themselves to avoid hiring a professional mold remediation company. In some cases where a mold issue is minimal and […]
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Winter can be a beautiful and cozy time of year, especially after a fresh snowfall. Winter can also be tough, with severe winter storms bringing frigid temperatures, high winds, ice storms, and power outages. While most power outages last only a few hours, winter power outages can sometimes last for a day or two. Snapped […]
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Steve LaCarrubba, mitigation technician in the Elkridge, Md. office, joined Reynolds Restoration Services in 2018. As a mitigation technician, Steve is one of the first team members on-site after a home or business owner has a loss. Steve is responsible for emergency mitigation, demolition, clean-up, and proper project documentation and communication. Steve has been working […]
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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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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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In an emergency such as a fire, flood, or another 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 taking […]
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With the number of electronic gadgets in a home – from cell phones to laptops to tablets to appliances, you may rely on extension cords to power up your devices. This is even more likely if you live in an older home with limited wall outlets. Extension cord safety is important when powering your home […]
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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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It’s been a rainy, damp few weeks in the Northeast, and like many home and business owners, you may have experienced various forms of water damage. After you’ve dried out the water, you may notice a lingering odor on carpets, upholstery, and other fabrics. This odor is likely due to mildew growth. Mildew has a […]
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