smoke damage

How to Remove Smoke Odor After a Fire

 According to the National Fire Protection Association, there are more than 350,000 house fires a year. For homeowners who have experienced a loss due to a fire, the cleanup and recovery can be challenging. Smoke residue can build up and leave a lingering unpleasant odor and if left untreated, can be hard to remove. […]

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Do You Have an Emergency Response Plan for Your Business?

According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, it is estimated that nearly 40% of businesses never reopen after experiencing a disaster caused by a fire, flood, severe storm, or another extreme event. And of those that do, 25% will shut down within two years. Those are startling statistics, but business owners that have an emergency […]

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Julie Strong and Kaileigh Colwell

Reynolds Restoration Services Announces Two Additions to Leadership Team

Reynolds Restoration Services, the premier disaster restoration and reconstruction company in the mid-Atlantic region, announces the addition of Controller Julie Strong and Human Resources Manager Kaileigh Colwell. Both positions are new for Reynolds Restoration Services as a result of the recent change of ownership. Strong previously served as controller for several companies in Texas before […]

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house fire

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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Anthony Worrall, President, Reynold Restoration Services

Reynolds Restoration Services Announces New Ownership

Reynolds Restoration Services, the premier disaster restoration and reconstruction company in the mid-Atlantic region, today announced it is under new ownership by central Pennsylvania native Anthony Worrall. Worrall, founder and president of Reynolds Restoration Services, purchased the company from SitelogIQ, a national facility solutions and energy services provider. Worrall has served as president of Reynolds […]

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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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mold spores

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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Hurricane formation

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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