Flooding can impact communities for years to come. Performing mitigation and repairs is costly, which means many structures remain compromised by water damage and/or mold. The Flooding In 2013, Colorado saw record breaking rainfall over the course of a few days. This event was caused by a unique weather scenario where a cold front over…
About 27% of the population is sensitive to environments compromised by water damage and mold. Some individuals will experience acute or chronic illness because of water damaged residential or commercial structures. Dampness and mold in buildings According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), dampness and mold in buildings has been a growing…
Contrary to popular belief, it is entirely possible to have mold growth inside a residential or commercial structure in the state of Colorado. Despite dry weather conditions, there are many common scenarios that occur which create the perfect breeding ground for mold. What does mold require to start growing? Mold requires very few conditions to…
Water damage costs property owners over $15 billion annually. Whether it’s due to flooding or a busted pipe, excess water is never a good sign. If you’re faced with water damage somewhere in your business or home, it pays to act quickly. What to Do When You Have a Water Damage Emergency Locate the Source Find…
Mold remediation takes two days to a few weeks based on the amount of mold and where it is growing. Mold could not only be dangerous to your family’s health, but it is also damaging. If a good amount of mold gets into the drywall, flooring, carpet, or furniture, it must be taken away from…
Restoration terms might be unfamiliar to numerous property owners. Restoration is an infrequent procedure you will use if damage happens to your property. Knowing the procedures being done on your property is vital so you can note previous damage. Understanding the process means understanding the terms entailed. What is Fire Damage Restoration? A fire in…
Knowing how mold develops, where to find water damage, and what course of action to take will aid you in stopping mold after water damage. Water damage in a residence is bad, but the mold that comes afterward is even worse. Once you dry out your house from the water damage, whether it’s from a leaky…
Smoke damage and soot, as well as the chance of property collapse, could make it dangerous for you to stay in your home after a fire. Even if it’s a small fire, the possible damage smoke could have on your health is not worth the gamble. How Smoke Damage Occurs It doesn’t matter the size…
When mold is evident, there’s no question it must be removed ASAP. Though, mold growth isn’t always detectable. It might grow in difficult-to-reach and see areas. You may not even see it until you smell a musty odor or undergo a remodeling task that reveals a mold problem. Whether you see it or not, mold…
A restoration company works in all types of conditions from water damage, smoke damage, or mold removal. They are there to help get your home or business back to normal after an upsetting loss. If you’ve ever filed a claim on your property insurance, you’ve probably worked with a restoration company while the damage was…