So far, 2016 has brought some epic weather events to the tri-state area. January saw record-setting coastal flooding in the aftermath of a historic blizzard, and February brought freezing temperatures (and lots of frozen and burst pipes) as well as heavy rainstorms that drenched much of the state. Homes and businesses across New Jersey have […]
Before You Rent Out That Apartment, Check For Signs of Water Infiltration and Mold New Jersey property managers have enough to worry about without concern about whether a rental unit will make the next tenant sick, or if there will be future problems due to overlooked or unchecked issues. As you go about your repairs […]
According to Nationwide Insurance, floods damage or destroy more homes than any other natural disaster, causing more than $2 billion in property damage every year. Are you prepared adequately to avoid being part of that statistic? You can’t stop flooding from happening, but you can take measures to curtail some potential floodwater damage. These steps […]
Sewage Backup: How to Take Swift Action Water is the single most destructive force of nature in an indoor environment. And, “sewage backup” are two words that no building owner or property managers wants to hear. Don’t think that just because the water you find is clear, all is fine. No matter what color the […]
The Undercurrents of Water Damage Devastating floods in Houston wreaked havoc last month, resulting in loss of life and millions of dollars in property damage. (Think it can’t happen here? Think Hurricane Sandy.) But, water damage is often not caused by an extraordinary act of nature. It can be the result of something simple such […]
Tips for Property Managers on Managing a Mold Problem Left untreated, mold can cause a lot of damage to buildings. Plus, exposure to mold can result in a variety of health problems and symptoms, including allergic reactions for your tenants. Taken a step further, exposing tenants to mold can expose landlords and property managers to […]
Reaching For Restoration Services With Higher Standards Water damage restoration, especially if it involves a severe case of carpet mold, is not a project to tackle without the professional services of cleaning and restoration experts. Whether you’re dealing with a flooded basement from a broken water heater or the repercussions of intense storm damage, you […]
Stay Safe, Sop Up And Restore To Normal “Water, water everywhere.” It’s not such a whimsical song lyric when it’s referring to your home or office building after flooding or water damage. When it comes to property damage that involves saturated carpets, dripping ceilings and that musky smell signaling a possible mold infestation, you have […]
What do you know about water damage restoration? Scratch that. The better question is, “What do you think you know about water damage restoration?” With the recent run of harrowing hurricanes, super storms and other tide-and-torrent treacheries, there’s been a serious onslaught of untruths about water restoration and property damage repair. It’s time to tidy […]