At AOA Cleaning & Restoration, we’re all about using the best products and offering our customers state-of-the-art solutions to restore their properties to their original condition after a flood, sewage backup, or other disaster. That’s why we’ve partnered with Halosil International, the leader in disinfection and infection control. This company delivers effective, holistic disinfection systems […]
Here in NJ we’re looking at record lows this weekend. Cold weather can stress a house, and one of the worst winter disasters to deal with is a frozen water line or burst pipe. What causes a pipe to burst? The most common reasons are: Water pressure from a clog in the pipes or a […]
Winter is coming, and unfortunately, that means flu season is too. Nobody likes the flu and there are many ways to help prevent it from spreading among your coworkers, customers, and your family members. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends getting a flu vaccine every year to avoid the seasonal flu, but if […]
Summer has come to a close and it’s the perfect time to get the inside of your building ready for winter. If you have a gymnasium with wood flooring, it’s probably taken a beating this summer, with lots of foot traffic and high usage. Fall is an important time to service your gym floor with […]
The fall season is upon us, and if you’re someone who deals with fall allergies, this time of year has a number of annoying allergy triggers. WebMD explains that autumn brings ragweed, which releases pollen with the cooler temperatures and can travel for hundreds of miles on windy, fall days. Mold is also another common […]
As we head into fall and winter here in the Northeast, it’s important to stay mindful of some of those pesky “house hazards” that come with wet weather. Top of the list: mold, which most of us don’t think about during the winter. However, mold can grow in uninsulated windows, walls and other surfaces when […]
If you have experienced a burst pipe or flood at your home or business, it is essential to act quickly. Flood waters from either scenario can have sewage and many contaminants that are harmful to your health. A flooded home and damaged carpet and walls also can lead to mold. The last thing you want […]
It’s hard not to panic when a pipe in your home bursts or a drain backs up. Of course, the very first thing you should do is locate your main water stop valve and turn it off (by turning the small wheel clockwise). This is usually located in your basement near the front foundation wall […]
So, you’ve had a pipe burst or a basement flood or some other situation causing damage to your home. One of the first questions we get from worried homeowners who call us in crisis is whether their insurance will cover the cost to remediate their homes after water or mold damage. The short answer: it […]
If you have ever lived in a newer brick home or walked past a concrete building, you’ve probably seen efflorescence before. Often confused with mold growth, efflorescence is a white, chalky, crystal-looking substance (whereas mold is more commonly green, black, or blue… although there are white molds). Efflorescence is caused by salts deposited on the […]