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Water Damage Restoration – Choosing a Service Provider
Water damage restoration

Water Damage Restoration – Choosing a Service Provider

Finding a water damage restoration service can be complicated by the many reasons you may require water damage cleanup.  Floods, burst pipes or water damage after a fire signal the need for immediate water damage restoration, but rain leaks or other water sources may not be evident until the problem has spread. Water damage cleanup can be one of the most difficult tasks confronting a property owner.  Water flows on the path of least resistance, and can be absorbed by porous materials, including wood and sheetrock, so the damage can spread quickly. Here are some considerations for homeowners when deciding on a water damage restoration service: What is the source of the water damage? The type of damage will affect the water damage remediation plan.  For example, water damage cleanu...
Mold Remediation – Choosing a Service Provider
Mold damage restoration remediation

Mold Remediation – Choosing a Service Provider

Mold remediation requires the skills and training to find the source of the mold, clean up the problem and take steps to prevent future occurrences. Mold is a type of fungi that can grow on wood, carpets, paper, insulation or many other organic substances with a combination of suitable temperatures, moisture, and oxygen.  Mold damage restoration is important because untreated mold can pose a variety of health risks, including asthma and allergic reactions, and it can significantly decrease property resale value. Before contracting for mold cleaning services and mold damage restoration, homeowners should get answers to these questions: What is the provider’s experience in mold mildew remediation?  ServiceMaster mold remediation specialists are experts at finding and cleaning mold sou...