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Purofirst Performs Mold Mitigation in Alexandria High-Rise

Posted by on Tuesday, February 15th, 2022 in Mold Remediation

Mold is a problem that can cause adverse health effects in people who have been exposed. Generally, molds produce tiny spores that can spread through the air and, in some cases, grow on building materials. A condominium owner in a large multi-family high-rise called us to remove mold from part of the ceiling and one […]

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2022 Tips to Prevent Mold in Attic Spaces

Posted by on Tuesday, February 15th, 2022 in Mold Remediation

The attic is one area of the home that is very likely to be neglected or ignored. Moisture can build up and create perfect conditions for mold growth. The roof may leak, ventilation may not be sufficient, or appliances, or exhaust fans, may blow hot moist air into the attic. These are some of the […]

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How to Prevent Frozen Pipes and What to Do to Unfreeze Them

Posted by on Friday, January 28th, 2022 in Homeowner's Insurance, Water Damage Restoration

Water bursting through frozen pipes is a common sight in homes during periods of very cold weather. You’d be surprised how many calls water damage restoration companies, such as Purofirst of Metropolitan Washington, get every winter to restore properties that are affected by frozen pipes. Check out how pipes freeze, how to prevent frozen pipes, and how […]

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Tips to Safely Remove Snow from a Roof for 2022

Posted by on Wednesday, January 26th, 2022 in Uncategorized

Even though most building codes require that residential roofs support the most significant snowfalls in your area, there is still a risk of roof damage. The main reasons to clear the snow from roofs are to prevent ice dams (which can lead to property damage caused by leaks) and cave-ins. Check out these tips that […]

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Purofirst Sanitizes a Property After Crime Scene is Cleared

Posted by on Wednesday, January 26th, 2022 in Uncategorized

As restoration experts, the range of property damage runs the gamut from water damage to fire damage to mold remediation. However, the most challenging type of jobs we do are always the ones involving human injury, and we are sanitizing bloodstains or other bodily fluids. It is always terrible when these events occur, but we […]

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