Basements flood more frequently than any other area in the home. Because it seems to happen so often, and most of the long-lasting effects are hidden behind walls and under floors, many homeowners overlook basement floods and fail to recognize the dangers that follow flooding in the basement. Damage From Basement Flooding Some of the […]
Damp, dark basements can grow a lot of problems. When a) outside water seeps in from the walls or windows, or b) a pipe or appliance spews clean water everywhere, water can degrade the materials of your Worcester home. Plus, mold can grow fast in moist, humid conditions. Once it establishes a presence in your […]
So many choices! Modern homes can highlight old world charm with stone, brick and hardwood. Or they can express modern sensibility with glass, polished metals or rubber. Some materials used in houses are more resistant to moisture, water, flooding, and mold than other materials. Selecting materials that can handle floods is even more important in […]
Whether your Worcester home’s basement is a fully furnished, luxurious walk-out or a dark room for storing Christmas ornaments, the risk of water damage is always a threat. Even we at MA Restoration Inc. know that simple physics dictates that water always flows to the lowest point, so your bottom floor can accumulate moisture from […]
The effects of a flood can be very far-reaching. The negative consequences and threats to your safety can continue on for weeks, months, and even years after the initial flood. Below are the three hazards most people deal with after a flood. Don’t hesitate to give us a call at MA Restoration in Worcester so […]
Most people may not know how to deal with water damage when it strikes their home. Water damage (hopefully) isn’t an everyday occurrence for them. Because of this, people might have a hard time reacting when water damage unexpectedly hits. As a result, some people may do things that exacerbate the problem. MA Restoration serving […]
Probably one of the most disgusting situations a homeowner could face is dealing with a non-stop overflow of toilet water in the bathroom. It isn’t an everyday occurrence, but it is a common one for homeowners in general. Toilet overflows usually happen because of a clogged pipe. Maybe your toddler tried to flush something big […]
Finding mold in your Worcester home can be a stressful thing. Most people know that mold can be harmful to your health and it can be a really big deal when you find it, but a lot of people don’t know what to do when they come across mold from water damage in their own […]
Dealing with the aftermath of a house fire is a frustrating ordeal. Nobody wants to deal with the terrible side-effects that come from a fire disaster. It is likely that, as a homeowner, you are experiencing many different emotions. Grief, anger, and confusion are all typical emotions to go through after a house fire. Because […]
Electronics include anything from kitchen appliances to cell phones, to computers, iPads, iPods, and televisions, and anything else that either plug into a wall or is battery powered. Today, that is eighty-five percent of your home’s belongings. After a house fire, your valuable possessions are vulnerable to additional damage. How Smoke Causes Damage When electronics […]