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When compared to flooding, storms, earthquakes, and other causes of building damage, nothing is quite as devastating as fire. Not only do fires consume building materials and belongings, as well as pose extreme immediate danger to people or pets, they also leave behind long-term soot and smoke damage. Because fires are typically extinguished with water, […]
Thousands of fatal industrial accidents occur in the United States each year. While the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and other general safety standards have been improving workplaces since the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, unforeseeable accidents are impossible to prevent. Fatalities can occur in less dangerous workplaces like offices and […]
Water damage to all types of buildings have many causes that can occur year-round. In the spring and summer, the risk of flooding increases with snow melt and heavy rainfall. The winter brings freezing temperatures that can burst pipes. At any time of the year, plumbing can back up, sump pumps can break, and many […]
Sanitary sewer and combined sewer systems in the United States handle sewage generated residentially, commercially, and industrially by safely collecting and transporting those materials along with storm- and groundwater to treatment centers. Because these systems continually handle large amounts of sewage, sometimes overflows occur when qualities of wastewater fluctuate. These backups and Sanitary Sewer Overflows […]
When it comes to housekeeping and maintaining one’s home in general, cleanliness is a personal matter. Some homeowners may choose to clean once a week, while others prefer to clean daily. However, when collecting and clutter becomes a compulsion, housekeeping can take a turn to more dangerous territories. Compulsive collecting and saving of objects, animals, […]
No matter what size it is, a fire in your house or business can cause serious damage in the short and long term. Immediate damage comes from the heat of the flames, combustion of building materials, and smoke exposure. Long-term damage comes from water saturation, mold growth, and extended smoke and soot exposure. Fortunately, all […]
Every January, thousands of Americans make New Year’s resolutions to change their lives for the better. From exercising and eating healthier to practicing meditation, the New Year is often celebrated as a chance to mark the beginning of a self-improvement choice. However, in the past couple years, the uncertainty of the world may have led […]
Throughout our lives, we all experience many kinds of trauma. From losing a loved one to chronic illness, anyone can face a multitude of scary prospects. Handling these situations often comes with a variety of trauma responses, some of which are helpful and some of which are destructive. If you have just experienced a traumatic […]
House fires are a disaster that can occur, unfortunately, at any time of the year. However, for several reasons, fires are much more likely during the cold winter months. In fact, December, January, February, and March are some of the highest months for fires in homes and offices as well as fire deaths. Building fires […]
As temperatures continue to fluctuate between above and below freezing, day and night, during the long winter months, your home can be at risk of cold-weather water damage from a variety of sources. The weather in southeastern Pennsylvania can be unpredictable in the winter. Atlantic coastal storms can bring sheets of ice and deep snow, […]