Mold can be a toxic and dangerous presence in your home. It can grow and thrive in the most hidden and darkest or unseen corners of your home. In fact, mold thrives most in dark, damp environments between the temperature of 60-80 degrees. Whether you know it or not, mold could be creating and spreading […]
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Summer is in full swing and the temperatures continue to rise as individuals and families enjoy their favorite summer activities. From swimming in lakes and pools, family vacations, and neighborhood BBQ’s, summer is a time full of outdoor activities. People like us, who live in Ohio, take full advantage of this before the weather turns
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Any homeowner knows water damage is not something you want to find within your home. Our homes are designed to keep us separated from the outside elements. If water is getting into your home, that is a sure sign there is trouble ahead. Whether the water source is through a pipe, leaking roof, appliances, or
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This time of year many people choose to move or start hunting for a new house. Summer is the peak season for house shopping and the market can be pretty competitive. Unfortunately for buyers, this can make it more difficult to find a new home that checks all your boxes and is in good condition.
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When you experience a fire in your home, the actual flames of the fire will make it pretty clear what parts of your home or which possessions of yours it has touched. There aren’t many materials that can be salvaged when it comes in contact with fire for any period of time. A fire is
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When an unexpected disaster strikes, one of the first questions homeowners ask is “does insurance cover that?” Navigating the landscape of what insurance does and doesn’t cover isn’t always easy, especially when it comes to random occurrences and natural disasters. Thankfully, in the case of storm damage, home insurance does typically provide coverage. There is one general exception though: flooding.
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Water leaks cause a lot of problems. They damage your home, they cause mold, and they can raise your utility bills. To make things worse, they’re often a sign of a larger issue. If you’re seeing water damage in your ceiling or on your walls, then there’s likely been a problem for a while. It’s best to spot water
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A flooded basement is one of the last things a homeowner wants. Keeping your gutters clean and connected is one of the simplest, yet most effective ways to keep water out of your basement. Sometimes, however, that simply isn’t enough. Whether it’s due to the age of your home, the angle of your yard, or excessive rainfall, you may need a little extra
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If you’re experiencing a house fire, you need to act quickly. Unless the fire is small and can be put out by a fire extinguisher, you should get everyone out immediately. From there, you’ll need to call the fire department. Unfortunately, even with the fire extinguished, your work has only just begun. There are a number of actions you need
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We live in an age of DIY. Thanks to HGTV, instructional articles, and countless how-to videos on YouTube, you can learn to do just about any repair or renovation yourself. Theoretically, at least. And while it can be fun, rewarding, and cost saving to do some makeovers and fixes yourself, there are certain situations best
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