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While ceiling leaks are easy to spot, it can be difficult to locate the source and make repairs. Leaky or burst pipes and overflowing toilets or bathtubs are common causes of ceiling damage. Any source of water that reaches the ceiling can Read more…

Water damage can make your carpet soggy for days. It doesn’t matter what the reason, it is important to dry your carpet quickly. It can damage your sub-floor, walls, or cause mold. You can dry your carpeting by yourself, depending on how Read more…

Soot from fire can stain your clothes and cause damage to your home. Regular washing won’t remove soot stains. Drying clothes after removing the stain could cause permanent damage. This guide will show you how to remove soot from clothes after a fire.  Read more…

Shower tiles can become damaged by water. The caulk between the bathtub and the tile will crack and dry over time. This allows water to seep into the wall through cracks in the caulk between the bathtub and the shower tile. It can Read more…

Even if there is a tiny water stain or leak, water damage can cause frustration. Although painting water damage over may seem like an easy way to cover it up, it is a waste of time and resources. It’s not treating the Read more…

Basements are the most likely places to suffer water damage in your house. There are many factors that can cause damage, including storms and melting snow. Below is how to clean up water from your basement and how to repair basement water Read more…

Asbestos floor tiles should not pose a threat to your health unless they are removed. Asbestos can become airborne and cause asbestosis, mesothelioma or lung cancer. To make building materials stronger and more resistant to heat, asbestos was a common ingredient. Vinyl Read more…

Cat urine can sometimes get very deep into carpet and other surfaces, causing the smell to persist. If your carpet pad is retaining most of the cat urine smell, it may be worth having it replaced. Sometimes, it can be difficult to Read more…