Older homes can have immense character and charm; most are solidly built and are a great investment of your time and money.  But as with most things, age creates a specific set of concerns for older homes. Water damage is one of those areas to look for as you purchase an older home or manage your older home’s upkeep.  The …

Water damage comes in all different forms. Sometimes the damage from water is caused when a small leak goes unnoticed. It may take weeks or even months before the damage finally shows up to signal damage to your property’s structure and surfaces.  Then there are the times when a pipe bursts from the second floor or a dishwasher hose breaks, …

With the introduction of indoor plumbing came the most common types of water damage to a building. Whether you have a broken dishwasher flooding your restaurant or a burst sewage pipe backing up into your basement, water and sewer damage requires a quick and effective response.  There are a few misconceptions that can lead to severe long-term damage to your …

There are several reasons why a business property may be vacant for a period of time. Reasons may be range from temporary closings, transitioning between tenants, or scheduled renovations. During these vacancies buildings risk flooding, which can go unnoticed until people return to the building. The longer vacant property flooding is left untreated, the more severe the damage, causing you …

When you leave your business property or home for a long period of time, you risk running into potential water damages on your return, especially in the frigid winter months. Frozen pipes may burst, water may leak through the roof, and clogged gutters may result in major flooding. When you return home, you may be faced with various issues, all …