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Month: July 2017

Hoarder or Not? The Difference between Hoarding and Clutter
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Hoarder or Not? The Difference between Hoarding and Clutter

The possession of material goods has been seen as a sign of prosperity and high social status for many centuries and in many cultures. Even though religions all around the world have always denounced the accumulation of material objects and advocated for modesty in housing, clothing, and food, only recently has the concept of minimalism and simplicity begun to gain popularity and appreciation. And while some people have gladly embraced it and pared down their belongings to the absolute minimum, there are those who feel quite reluctant to part with any of the numerous items they have accumulated over the years. So, does that make them hoarders? Most people have odds and ends all over the place and knick-knacks gathering dust in nooks and crannies. Most people have some clutter in the...
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Is Flood Insurance Included in Homeowner’s Insurance?
Water damage restoration

Is Flood Insurance Included in Homeowner’s Insurance?

Other than property fires, experiencing a flood can be one of the most stressful problems for home owners. All porous materials, including wood, drywall, and fabrics will quickly sustain permanent damage if they are not treated by a flood cleanup professional. In addition, your contents can also become ruined without treatment. Although water damage restoration services are essential and will save money in replacement costs, they are not cheap. Thankfully, many insurance company policies will cover the damage restoration costs, depending on the owner’s policy. But unfortunately, flood insurance must be purchased in addition to the standard plan. Ultimately, to answer the question: is flood insurance included in homeowner’s insurance? No, it is not. What is Included in Flood Insurance ...
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Pet Fire Safety Tips
Safety Tips

Pet Fire Safety Tips

According to the United States Fire Administration, about 500,000 pets are affected by home fires each year, with about 1,000 of them accidentally started by pets themselves. Due to the numerous sources that can contribute to this natural disaster, it is extremely important to realize the risks you are taking by leaving your pets at home with the possibility of starting a fire. While they should be considered as members of the family, their safety should be regarded just as highly as that of everyone else. Practicing Pet Fire Safety Include pets in family fire escape plan When you establish and practice your fire escape plan, make sure they are included in every step. Also remember that they will become terrified as they will not understand what is happening during the fire. It is your ...
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How to Dry Wet Carpet
Carpet Cleaning, Cleaning and restoration tips

How to Dry Wet Carpet

There is nothing fun about having a wet carpet, especially when getting feet and socks wet when stepping in it. To make matters even worse, the combination of water, carpet fibers, padding, and baseboards provide the perfect environment for mold to develop. While you may not notice it at first, it can spread to cause significant damage that will be more expensive to fix without immediate treatment. If the water has already caused destruction to your building materials, do not hesitate to contact a professional water damage restoration service. Otherwise, here are some tips on how to dry out wet carpet before it gets out of control. Look Out for Mold As mentioned previously, mold is no friend to any property owner. This intruder can be caused by any case of untreated water damage, such...
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What Home Inspectors Look For
Cleaning and restoration tips

What Home Inspectors Look For

It can be exciting to start a new chapter in life when putting your house up for sale. But what many first-time home owners do not realize is that there are many processes, requirements, and hidden costs that come along with putting the house on the market and hiring a real estate agent. One example is the realtor’s requirement of having a home inspection before putting it on the market. Depending on the home’s condition, it can be a long and costly process and can even be put on hold, due to financial and/or time reasons. But reviewing this list can help you be prepared for the inspection by knowing which areas will be closely examined compared to others. Here you can find a list of what home inspectors look for: Building Structure. Depending on the location, season, and weather ...
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