Top Causes Of Kitchen Fires

Every year there are thousands of home fires in America, some of them claim lives, and most of them cost thousands of dollars in damage and fire damage restoration bills. Fires can usually be prevented if the proper precautions are in place. 1. Unattended Cooking Life has a way of keeping us busy, and as our […]

Home Destroyed in Fire by Plane

Fire Damage after Small Plane Crash On the evening of Friday March 24th, a small Cessna Citation I plane crashed into a suburban home in Marietta, Georgia. The plane was traveling from Wilmington, Delaware to Fulton County Airport when the pilot reported to air traffic control he was having issues with the autopilot feature. Moments later witnesses watched […]

How to Remove Smoke Damage from Brick

Fireplace flare-up? Kitchen catastrophe? Grill gone wild? Unsightly smoke damage and soot can be tough to tackle, forming lasting stains if left untreated­­. Let the IICRC-certified experts at Fort Collins Restoration Pro help. From interior fireplace surrounds to exterior walls, learn how to clean smoke damaged brick today… Stop! Don’t Just Wing Soot Removal! The […]

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 […]

Top Reasons Why You Should Make A Home Inventory Checklist

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You’ve worked hard to accumulate your belongings. Would you be able to remember all of your possessions if they were stolen or destroyed in a disaster? By taking the time to document your belongings before the unexpected happens, you can help ensure that you can fully recover afterward. Learn the biggest reasons why you should […]

Fire Department Operations – Q & A

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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 […]

How to Remove Mold Stains from Clothes and Fabric

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Damp clothes or fabrics can easily be infested with mold if they’re not dried in time. If you’re in this situation, there’s hope! You can still save your moldy garments if the mold has only left a few spots. Here are a few general tips to remove mold from clothes and fabric. Read the labels. […]

What Determines Good Water Damage Restoration

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Finding a reliable water damage remediation company is not easy. This is truer if one does not know what determines good water damage restoration. Water damage restoration is not a laughing matter. This is why clients need to begin with finding a water damage restoration company that delivers reliable performance and professional results. However, what […]

The Dangers of DIY Water Damage Restoration

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The Dangers of DIY Water Damage Restoration In this age of Pinterest and DIY projects, it is easy to believe that we can put all types of matter into our hands. However, there are some things that should be handled by capable professionals. One project that you should not try to fix on your own […]

Fire Damage Prevention

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Fire is one of the most dangerous incidents that can happen in homes and businesses. Winter months often lead to spikes in fires due to mishandled heating methods. The heat is not the only culprit – inhalation of smoke, fumes, and vapors is also responsible for causing life-threatening damage to the people around it. The […]