What Happens If You Don’t Clean Water Damage Right Away?
Water is essential to human lives, but when water damage occurs, it is a serious concern. Water damage can originate from groundwater, falling water, or home water system malfunction. It is wrong to think that water just dries up and goes away. If the damage is not treated promptly, it can cause serious damage. Let’s […]
How To Put Out Electrical Fires At Home
Though Californians think of wildfires as the main threat to their homes, electrical outlet fires and fires caused by other electrical equipment actually burnt more acres than wildfires did in 2015. Plus, an electrical fire in the home is often a more immediate danger than a wildfire and may lead to panic. The first thing […]
Fire Department Operations – Q & A
Q. Why are windows broken or holes cut in the roof? A. As a fire burns, it moves upward then outward. Breaking the windows and/or cutting holes in the roof (called ventilation) slows the damaging outward movement, helps remove blinding smoke that obscures the actual fire, and enables fire fighters to fight the fire more […]
Extra Safety During Flood Alerts
Floods are one of the most powerful and devastating natural disasters that can occur. While some areas are more prone to floods than others, the fact is that almost anywhere there can be rain, there can also be a flood. Serious floods can range from large and foreboding to smaller flash floods. No matter what […]
Water Damage: Ways to Repair a Drywall
Water Damage: Ways to Repair a Drywall Leaks in plumbing and roofing, stormy weather or flooding can lead to water damage, which in turn can lead to mold. When you spot a water-stained wall, you need to address it as quickly as possible. Mold can grow in a matter of days in favorable conditions and […]
How to Know if Mold Is in Your Walls
Mold often grows out of sight in wall cavities due to water problems like flooding or leaks. Before you know it, it creates a toxic environment in your home, compromising the indoor air. The good news is that even hidden mold leaves behind clues. You can find out if mold is growing in your walls […]