Regularly cleaning and disinfecting your home is a key part of protecting yourself from getting sick. Bacteria and viruses can live on frequently touched surfaces and high-traffic areas, ensuring that if anyone in your residence is sick, then everyone...
CHECKLIST TO TRANSITION FROM WINTER TO SPRING Ready your home for warm weather and prevent water damage from snowmelt and spring showers by following our simple list of items to check and maintain around your home. Gutters: Just as it’s...
While there are many differences between the two fungi, mold and mildew both develop and thrive in moist conditions. A leaking roof, a window that doesn’t seal properly, and a basement with water damage caused by a broken pipe can all lead to...
According to the U.S. Fire Administration, 2,900 dryer fires are reported each year. These fires lead to a staggering national average of 35 million dollars in property damage, 100 injuries and 5 fatalities annually. With so much at risk,...
Bacteria and viruses can both present a health hazard. They’re both pathogens, both referred to as “germs,” and can both cause illness and infection. But they behave very differently. They way that they function and reproduce differs...
Rising temperatures, more sunshine, and blooming flowers – spring is here! It’s a season of transformation as the snow melts away and flowers start to bloom, and one that motivates many to start a home improvement project (or two). If...
BENEFITS OF USING PROFESSIONAL OFFICE CLEANING SERVICES Employees who are able to work in a clean, healthy office often have less sick days and are more productive. A commercial office cleaning service enables you to focus on running your business...
The past several years wildfires have been rampant, ravaging parts of California, Colorado, Oregon, and Washington. In 2018 alone, 8.7 million acres of land were burned in wildfires. Why do these wildfires seem to be getting more intense and...
When your local weather service issues a watch or watching for a tornado, hurricane, or other natural disaster, it probably makes you stop what you’re doing and start going through your mental checklist. Family emergency plan, safe...
Even after a fire is put out, smoke damage can cause long-lasting harm to your home, your belongings, and your family. Smoke (and the soot that comes with it) contain several different acids that can cause corrosion. Smoke can damage metal, marble,...
Check your heating system. Make sure your heat source is in solid working condition now so you don’t struggle to stay warm when the cold weather hits. Reduce the risk of chimney fires by cleaning out fireplaces and wood...
With the end of the year comes several things: holidays, time spent with loved ones, gearing up for a new year and a dramatic change of weather. You’ve already prepared for the holidays, but are you ready for the next big snowstorm? Find out how...
TYPES OF CONTAMINATED WATER Water damage can be a devastating and dangerous experience for any homeowner, whether it’s confined to the basement or dispersed throughout the entire home. In order to stay safe, it’s important to...
Storm safety is about more than just stocking up on snacks. While it can be fun to hunker down with candles and board games, it’s still important to stay safe inside while keeping an eye on what’s going on outside. When the power’s...
HELPING YOUR REBUILD YOUR HOME Cleaning up your home following a flood, fire, or another disaster can be a daunting task. Some areas of your home may simply need to be cleaned, while others will require more extensive repairs, and in some...