Mold is all around us, there is no escaping it. When it comes to mold there is a lot of misinformation floating around out there. Just mentioning the word mold can send people into a state of panic. Mold can be a serious problem, but with a little common sense and the right information, you […]
When a sewage backup occurs, a lot of home and business owners are motivated to try to clean up the spill on their own. Armed with a mop, bucket and perhaps some bleach, tackling a sewage cleanup might seem within the capabilities of DIY-ers who wish to save some money and deal with the problem […]
Apart from the actual danger of the heat and smoke from a fire, the long-term health effects that can be caused by fires are very serious. The problems may range from just minor respiratory problems to fatal ones such as cancer. Although much of the long-term damages to one’s health occurs in the midst of […]
Basements can be used as storage space or finished to make a warm, beautiful, new living space in your home. One of the most expensive crises that a homeowner in the Worcester and Middlesex areas can experience is a flooded basement. While we may not get hurricanes here, water leaking through concrete, stone, block or […]
Household appliances make our lives easier on a daily basis. However, every machine that operates on electricity or gas presents safety risks and should be used according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Below are essential appliance fire safety tips from MA Restoration to help you prevent disasters from happening in your home in Framingham: General Safety Framingham […]
Every year in the United States, about 2,000 people lose their lives in home fires. In a home fire smoke and gases spread faster and farther than heat. That is one reason having a working fire/smoke detector is so important. A large number of the fatal fires start at night when everyone is asleep because […]
Reducing the Risk of Basement Flooding Flood and water damage is the number one risk to homeowners in the United States. According to insurance industry research, a staggering 98 percent of basements will experience water damage at some point in their lifetime. That’s a lot! So that begs the question, what can be done […]
Preventing Grease Fires Grease fires most often occur when a pan is left on the fire for too long. Another way grease fires occur is when excess grease on the drip pan or stovetop accidentally catches fire. A small mistake can lead to the need for fire damage repair services soon after the fire. Preventing […]
Flooding can be a very stressful, very messy situation that we wouldn’t wish upon anyone. Not only is it time-consuming to clean up, but it also has a lot of potential of damaging, or even destroying, your personal items, appliances, other household items, and furniture. When sorting through the damaged items, it can be hard […]
Flood damage can seem like a kiss of death to most property owners. Weather, age, and other minor household problems can quickly turn into household water damage and can cost thousands of dollars in repair. Flood damage doesn’t just destroy floors. It can quickly turn into several other problems that demand time, attention, and money. […]