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Fire and water are, in almost every sense of the word, opposites. Because of the elemental difference between fire and water, we don’t typically associate plumbing issues with building fires. However, there are some instances when damaged plumbing can lead to a house fire. If you’re dealing with the aftermath of a fire of any […]
Whether carpeting is installed in a business that experiences hundreds of feet walking through it each day or in your own living room with far less traffic, the floor covering needs the same care and upkeep you would give to any other functioning aspect of your building. We all know carpets need regular vacuuming and […]
From residential spaces to industrial facilities, injuries and fatalities can happen anywhere. Homicide, accidental death, suicide, severe injury, and other incidents are events that typically leave a scene with biohazards and other materials that require specialized cleanup. After authorities process a crime scene or other traumatic event, the property owner is responsible for the removal […]
Fires are one of the worst disasters that can impact your home. Not only do the flames, soot, and smoke render almost complete destruction, in many cases, the water used to extinguish the fire also creates major damage and mold growth issues. Because of this, if you ever experience a fire in your building, you […]
While most causes of severe water damage come from weather events like flooding, rainstorms, and hail, many other risks of water exposure in your home or business can occur year-round. Some of the most common sources of water damage caused by internal issues rather than weather are broken sump pumps, plumbing backups, and triggered sprinkler […]
Every spring and summer, the East Coast experiences a sharp increase in thunderstorms and rainfall, which often leads to some level of flooding. Due to its location at the end of major watershed areas, Pennsylvania has the highest rates of flooding out of all 50 states. Chester County experiences about 46 inches of rain annually, […]
In addition to foundation integrity and updates to electrical and plumbing, a common concern for homeowners is the development of indoor mold colonies. The question of mold has become more urgent in recent years after several studies done in the early 2000s showed it may have a greater impact on our health than we thought. […]
There are a great number of reasons why hoarding behaviors can compromise the health and safety of a household. Hoarding is a complex symptom tied to many different mental health conditions ranging from obsessive-compulsive disorder to depression to anxiety disorders. Hoarding often isn’t just the collection of random objects such as newspapers, however. Hazardous materials […]
Across Chester County and the greater Philadelphia region, floodplains mark the end of major watersheds that have a greater risk of flooding into cities during months of heavy rain and snow melt. The spring and early summer in this area mark increased risk of septic system overflow, basement flooding, and flash floods. Like many other […]
Carpets are an interior design detail installed in many different buildings from offices to homes. The benefits of carpets go beyond just an aesthetic feature as they also provide comfort, reduce indoor echoes, and act as a passive filter for dust and other airborne debris. Because carpets act as this sort of trap for various […]