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We know firsthand the havoc that a fire can wreak, but did you know that the smoke also plays a crucial role in how bad the damages are?  A fire leaves behind a lingering smoke odor and even parts of the building that were untouched by the fire can be affected by it....

Black mold is extremely toxic and often has a dark green or black appearance. It usually multiplies and grows rapidly in the presence of moisture and moderate temperature. It is common to find mold in kitchens and bathrooms because of the moisture level in these...

Fires are more common in the U.S. than most people think. According to NEPA (National Fire Protection Association), there were 1.3 million local fire incidents in the U.S. in 2021, resulting in 14,700 civilian injuries, 3,800 deaths, and approximately $16 billion in...

After disasters such as floods, fire, and infestations, you need to estimate the cost of restoration, remediation, and rebuilding. HomeAdvisor puts the average cost of home disaster recovery (removing and repairing flood-related damage) in the U.S. at $5,700. Fire...

Flooding is characterized by rising and/or overflowing water. It can take place indoors or outdoors on normally dry land. Floods are caused by many things, from plumbing issues in a home to burst sewer pipes, hurricanes, and heavy rain. Flooding in urban areas is a...

One fun fact about mold is it can grow anywhere. In fact, mold can grow on glasses and metals just the same way as it will grow on wood. However, mold is commonly found in moist places like paper products and wet ceiling tiles. Mold can grow indoors or outdoors and...