A dryer vent is one of those things you don’t think about, until something goes wrong! Its job is to trap lint and dust while also letting moisture and heat escape while your clothes are drying. This not only helps your load dry faster, but also protects your house from the consequences of trapped heat. When […]
After you’ve experienced a home fire, it’s hard to wrap your mind around the reality of it. As you process what happened, your mind may be running through all sorts of questions. This is especially true when the home fire was big enough to force you and your family to seek a temporary living situation. […]
Most people don’t give much thought to their crawl space. But if you own a home with a crawl space, failing to consider the impact its condition has on your home can be a danger to your health and home’s safety. This is where crawl space encapsulation comes in as a practical solution. In this […]
Current events like the pandemic and the California wildfires have us paying more attention than ever to the outdoor air quality. We want to make sure the air we or our children breathe when we step out the front door is safe for all of us and not doing harm to our health. If you perceive […]
Many homeowners keep a careful eye on the real estate market around them. They do this to gauge the estimated value of their home based on how much similar homes are selling for in the market. This is important, as a home is an important part of a financial portfolio. But, the actual value of […]
Mold can be a major problem in homes, and it is critical to take care of it as soon as you notice any signs of it. Some people think that painting over mold will take care of the problem, but this can actually make things worse. In this blog post, we’ll explain why painting over […]
Walking down into your basement, only to splash into a puddle of water when your foot hits the floor, is an experience that homeowners dread. Whether your basement is a glorified crawl space, unfinished storage area, or a second living room, it is an important extension of your home. When it takes in unwelcome water, […]
There are few things more devastating than being a victim of a house fire. Surveying the damage to your home is an overwhelming and emotional task. You’ve lost treasures. You’ve lost memories. And we understand that. We at First Call have a fire damage restoration division that is always there for you! We can help […]
It happened: Water spread throughout your house to places that are only supposed to be dry. Whether your washer machine overflowed, you discovered a leak within your walls, or a bad storm damaged your roof, you had a big, wet, stressful mess on your hands. You may have cleaned up the water, but now you’re […]
Water damage is fast and merciless. Once present, it can warp and ruin common construction materials found in both homes and office buildings. The worst part is that damage has already occurred once you notice signs of leaking. Working with a water restoration company to locate the source of the issue and repair it quickly […]