A flood alone is pretty terrible. Sadly, the negative consequences can continue to roll in long after the initial flooding has passed. Because these hazards can be just as, or even more, destructive than the actual flood, it is important that you are aware of them and know how to prevent them and what to […]
Read MoreAccording to the American Insurance Association, water damage is the most frequently filed insurance claim for homeowners. The cause? Usually leaky plumbing. While a small plumbing leak hardly seems catastrophic, it can turn into headaches in a matter of minutes. (Trust us, we’ve been there.) Most often, these “minor” cases of water damage originate in […]
Read MoreIn our Idaho Falls homes, we are lucky to have easy access to some of the safest treated water in the world. And we use a lot of it! Estimates vary, but each person uses about 80 – 100 gallons per day. The largest household use of water is to flush the toilet, followed by […]
Read MoreA water damage emergency is a situation in which you have no control. However, whether your home suffers from subsequent mold damage IS something that you can effect. Mold needs four things to grow: Moisture (liquid water) Food (typically starch or sugar) Temperature between 41° and 104° Oxygen Mold spores are always present in the […]
Read MoreDid you know that there are different levels of water categories that you might have to deal with when you have to handle a water damage cleanup situation in Idaho Falls? In fact, there are three different water categories that you should be aware of because some are relatively safe to handle when you are […]
Read MoreHere in Idaho Falls, frigid weather creates havoc with your water supply. When it freezes inside a plumbing line, it expands, increases the pressure inside, and bursts right out of the pipe. As you probably know, you can prevent pipes from cracking during extreme cold by turning on your faucets to allow a slow but […]
Read MoreWater damage is a difficult situation to discover in your home or business. Typically, a water disaster is unannounced and sometimes is not found for some time. Although long-standing water can cause devastating problems to any property, a water disaster that has just occurred can be extremely damaging as well. The damage caused by water […]
Read MoreWinterize the Plumbing During Winter Vacations Before you take off for the holidays, take some time to prepare your home. “Winterizing” is the act of preparing a home for vacancy. The term always applies to water pipes but can also mean general winter insulating improvements. This process prepares the plumbing components so the pipes don’t […]
Read MoreThese winter months bring freezing temperatures that can wreak havoc on our cars and roofs, but they can be really damaging to our water lines. In Pocatello, it isn’t uncommon for pipes inside and outside the home to freeze and burst open. When this happens, you end up with a major water disaster and are […]
Read MoreWater damage can strike at any given time in any given way. It can be a silent threat: a leak that grows over time into a more serious problem, going unnoticed for years until the discoloration and warping finally demand your attention. Or, it can come rushing in, loud and unchained with lots of standing […]
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