Water damage can occur suddenly in homes and can have devastating effects if not remedied immediately. In order to keep the deterioration to a minimum, swift action needs to be taken. This means locating the particular source of excessive water and cutting off the supply before starting to estimate the damage done. When water damage befalls a household in San …
The Truth about Mold Remediation San Diego
Have you spotted mold in your house? It is the last thing you want to deal with in your home. So you have probably rushed to seek advice regarding mold remediation on the Internet. During the research, you may have come across the information that mold represents a health hazard and it should be removed as soon as possible. Also, …
Toxic Black Mold Explained: Mold Removal San Diego
Stachybotrys chartarum, commonly known as toxic black mold (or simply ‘’black mold’’), is an infamous type of mold frequently associated with poor indoor air quality resulting from fungal growth on water-damaged building materials. Is black mold really toxic? Stachybotrys chartarum is called ‘’toxic’’ because of the toxins it produced (mycotoxins). However, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention says that …
What Does a Thorough Fire Damage Inspection Include?
As traumatic as it is, fire can cause more damage than we can actually see. Fire damage can extend to the structural elements of a building, such as the foundation and roof, so it’s necessary to have a fire damage inspection done professionally. Surprisingly, a number of homeowners would disregard the necessity of a thorough inspection. Perhaps they wonder if …
Is Homeowners’ Insurance Enough to Cover Fire Damage Restoration in San Diego?
With fire damage becoming more frequent in SoCal, homeowners should take action to make sure their property and possessions are protected in the event of a fire. In San Diego, homeowners typically count on their Homeowner’s Insurance policy for protection. However, they sometimes fail to set reasonable coverage limits or account for side-effects of a fire accident, such as mold …
What to Do if Your Toilet Leaks, Overflows or is Clogged
Toilets almost never leak, right? But when they actually do, you are completely stunned. You don’t know what to do. And it doesn’t end there. What do you do if your toilet is clogged? Most of the time, the first thing that comes to mind won’t work and you’re in for some water damage Chula Vista style. Want to hear …
Get Rid of Hard Water and Avoid Costly San Diego Water Damage Restoration
Hard water is extremely dangerous. First of all, hard water is formed when water is ‘filtered’ through deposits of chalk and limestone and is insanely high in mineral content – mostly calcium and magnesium carbonates. Secondly, it can cause mild health problems when ingested on a regular basis. Thirdly, it is absolutely devastating to your water-using fixtures and appliances, like …
How To Get Coverage for Things Your Homeowners Insurance Doesn’t Cover
Since water damage clean-up and restoration bills can amount to a staggering $100k, and water damage is among the most common disasters in the U.S., homeowners should make sure their Homeowner Insurance covers water damage, as well as how to get coverage for things that are typically not included in the standard Homeowners Insurance policy. Generally speaking, if the damages …