When your home has become damaged by a flood, you’ll need to remove any salvageable materials and anything that is vulnerable to floodwater. This way, you can minimize the losses you may experience as a result of floodwater. Many valuables can rapidly be destroyed when exposed to water damage. You may lose irreplaceable family photographs and documents. But if you act quickly, you’ll be able to salvage more. Beware of Mold…
Read More »A lot of the damage to the foundation of your home may be caused by poor exterior drainage. Therefore, you may want to consider landscaping drainage improvements to protect your foundation and prevent costly foundation repairs. There are several options for exterior drainage improvements in your landscaping that will protect your foundation, such as drainage beds, buried drain tiles, and changes to elevations. Here are a few ways you can prevent foundation damage with landscaping drainage improvements:…
Read More »If you’ve found signs of water damage in your home or basement, you may be going insane trying to find the source. If you’ve ruled out all of the obvious sources (roof leaks, plumbing) and water damage is still an issue, consider that your gutters may be the cause. Below are three signs that your gutters are the cause of your home’s water damage and what to do about it.…
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