Mold is disgusting. But, concern about having mold in your home goes far beyond being simply grossed out. Mold is a serious health hazard; triggering existing allergy and asthma symptoms but also causing certain kinds of respiratory issues and other diseases. All of a sudden, that leaky pipe or the ceiling that needs patching goes from a problem that you’ll…[...]
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A Houzz ideabook is a place where you can store ideas and build dreams. It’s where you save your favorite home design photos and product shots, notes, PDFs and other details of your home project. You can also use your Houzz ideabook to communicate with others working on the project. For example, if you’re dreaming of a kitchen remodel, collecting…[...]
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“If you have too much room in your big, open-plan space, you might be thinking about adding an island or a half wall. Conversely, your cramped, out-of-date kitchen or bath might be making you claustrophobic. But before you resign yourself to an updated version of the same floor plan, consider the possibility of a whole new layout.” Read more at Houzz![...]
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Construction work, restoration and remediation efforts, and commercial cleaning activities are connected in a big way by a small thing: dust. Dust describes small particles, particularly those that settle out of the air. Until recently in history, most dust was only made up of natural, organic materials, such as soil, organic matter, insects, skin cells, hair, and clothing fibers. While…[...]
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Can water damage to carpet be repaired? Some homeowners may think that this type of loss cannot be recovered. Fortunately, in many cases with the right process, the carpet can be restored. What should a homeowner do if this happens? The most important step is to contact a specialized technician that is trained to handle this type of situation. When…[...]
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Determining your category of water loss on your next mitigation job is very important to everyone involved. So then how do we know what is a Category 2 Water Loss? The S500 says: “A Category 2 Water Loss contains significant contamination and has potential to cause discomfort or sickness if contacted by humans.” So what category of loss do we…[...]
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In Las Vegas indoor water damage is more common then you might think. Not by flash floods from heavy rains but from indoor pluming issues. Indoor flooding can happen for a number of reasons and sometimes it’s inevitable. But, for the most part, mishaps can be avoided by regularly maintaining your home’s plumbing fixtures and appliances. Common causes of indoor…[...]
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Have you ever wondered how to get rid of common household problems? These handy tips and tricks should help with even the most stubborn of minor problems![...]
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Indoor mold can begin to grow within 24-48 hours. This happens when spores settle on a surface that is moist such as cardboard, drywall or flooring. Cladosporium, Penicillium, Alternaria and Aspergillus are the four most common indoor molds. To prevent mold from growing in your home, it’s essential to control the humidity levels. This means having proper ventilation in showers,…[...]
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