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Sewage Backup Causes and What You Can Do

Posted by on Tuesday, September 7th, 2021 in Mold Remediation, Water Damage Restoration

When sewer lines become obstructed, whereby preventing wastewater from flowing through drainage pipes, blockage occurs. The thick, black water that forms as sewage is a potential hazard, as it contains contaminants and viruses that can present a risk of severe illness if exposed to humans or animals. If you have a sewage backup in your […]

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The Top Extension Cord Safety Tips

Posted by on Monday, August 16th, 2021 in Homeowner's Insurance

Does your home have too many electrical devices and too few outlets to plug them all in? Chances are you’re using an extension cord to power up your electrical devices. However, electrical cords can become fire hazards when misused. So, we curated some guidelines that will be helpful for safe use in your home or […]

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How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Your Home

Posted by on Monday, August 9th, 2021 in Testimonials, Uncategorized

Each year, more than 430 Americans die from unintentional CO poisoning, and over 50,000 visit the emergency room due to carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Also, fatality is highest among Americans 65 and older. Preventing CO poisoning requires proper maintenance of fuel-burning appliances and CO alarms. […]

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Fire Safety: Preventing Microwave Oven Fires

Posted by on Monday, August 2nd, 2021 in Homeowner's Insurance, Uncategorized

There may be no more convenient way to heat food than using a microwave oven. Even the most novice of chefs can feel like Wolfgang Puck just by hitting a few buttons. However, using one can pose a fire hazard if you are not careful. So, take precautions to mitigate the risk. Follow These Tips […]

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Multiple Mega Mold Mitigations

Posted by on Tuesday, July 27th, 2021 in Mold Remediation

They say real estate is one of the most proven ways to make money. However, they failed to consider a potential hole in that plan: the real estate needs to be safe! A real estate investment group bought had recently purchased a group of apartment buildings near Capitol Hill. Once they took possession of their […]

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