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Author: Casey Shearns

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How To Tell If You Have A Mold Problem Without Seeing It

Written by Casey Shearns on . Posted in Blog.

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What Causes Appliance Malfunctions?

Written by Casey Shearns on . Posted in Blog.

Your home’s appliances are essential to your everyday life. They help you to accomplish far more tasks than you realize, from cooking your meals to keeping your clothing clean and everything in between! However, like most things in life, appliances aren’t perfect. They have the potential to break down and malfunction over time, which could potentially lead to costly damages that you’ll need to repair. The best way to avoid these types of damages is to learn what causes appliances to malfunction...

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How To Prepare Your Home For Big Snowstorms

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Tips On Preventing Cooking Fires

Written by Casey Shearns on . Posted in Blog, Fire, Smoke, & Odor Damage.

Costly disasters have a funny way of showing up. One of the biggest causes of fire damage is something that most people do every day: cooking! If you aren’t careful, you could end up giving yourself plenty of damage costs to deal with. The best way to stop cooking fires from happening is to take preventative measures to make sure that they don’t occur. But, what are the best things that you can do to help stop this issue from arising? We give you our best tips for preventing cooking fires below! Never...

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What Causes Chimney Soot Damage?

Written by Casey Shearns on . Posted in Blog, Chimney soot and fires.

As a homeowner, extensive damages are the last thing that you want to think about. However, they should be on your mind! One of the biggest things that you can do to help avoid these damages revolves around understanding how they can come about in the first place. This way, you can enact preventative measures that decrease your chances of having to suffer the consequences! This is especially the case with chimney soot damage, which can take a lot to amend. So, what causes chimney soot damage?...

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Tips On Preventing Furnace Puffbacks

Written by Casey Shearns on . Posted in Blog, Fire, Smoke, & Odor Damage.

Especially the New England area, heating your home during the winter months is of great importance. There are plenty of great options to choose from, and one of the more popular ones is a furnace! However, just because it’s effective doesn’t mean it’s completely void of problems. If you’ve ever encountered a furnace puffback before, you’ll likely know how damaging it can be! This doesn’t mean that the problem can’t be avoided. We give you our best tips on how to prevent furnace puff backs this...

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How To Prevent Frozen Pipes

Written by Casey Shearns on . Posted in Blog.

One of the most challenging times that your home will face as a New England homeowner is the winter. There are lots of things that you can do beforehand to ensure that your home is ready for the challenge, and you should absolutely do them to prevent any big problems from forming. Frozen pipes are a costly problem to have, so the best thing you can do is to try to prevent them before they happen. But what precautions can you take to ensure that your pipes don’t freeze during the wintertime? We...

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Washing Machine Maintenance Tips

Written by Casey Shearns on . Posted in Blog.

Washing machines often need their own maintenance and cleaning.  There are some simple things that you can do that can make a huge difference in reducing wear and tear on your washer.  After all, washing machines are a big investment – and are very expensive.  You want to ensure you take good care of them so they can last a long time. Washing machines need to be cleaned every once in a while, which can help with smell, mold, and even mildew.   Washing Machine To-Do List When it comes...

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How To Prevent Ice Dams

Written by Casey Shearns on . Posted in Blog, Tips and Advice.

We may only be a short while into fall, but don’t get complacent; winter is already on its way! Every season brings a new host of problems that your home could potentially face, and the upcoming season is no exception. However, there are plenty of things you can do to prevent these problems from occurring! Ice dams are a significant wintertime issue that could cost a lot to repair if you aren’t prepared for them. We’ll show you how to prevent ice dams before they start forming to save you the...

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How To Handle A Property Damage Insurance Claim

Written by Casey Shearns on . Posted in Blog, Tips and Advice.

Getting disaster relief services on your home after water or fire damage is only one step of the process! You’ll also need to file a damage claim with your insurance company. Depending on who you ask, this is an even bigger pain than acquiring damage restoration services in the first place! There are a lot of things that you’ll need to keep in mind in order to ensure that your claim is successful. We’ll break down what you need to know about handling insurance claims below! Notify Your Homeowners...

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How To Prepare Your Home For Hurricane Season

Written by Casey Shearns on . Posted in Blog, Storm Damage, Water Damage.

With the fall months finally getting into full swing, your mind will likely wander to the most fun aspects of the season. Pumpkin-flavored drinks, fall foliage, and apple picking are some of the most fun activities you can do! However, as fun as the fall season is, there are a few critical things to watch out for. The main thing to keep in mind is that fall is the start of hurricane season. It can wreak havoc on your home if you aren’t properly prepared, so how do you ensure that this doesn’t...

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How To Deal With Leaky Windows

Written by Casey Shearns on . Posted in Blog, Water Damage.

Your home’s windows can provide your home with a variety of different benefits. They can act as insulators that help control the temperature, drown out the hustle and bustle of the outside world, and protect your home from harsh weather conditions and pests. However, just because they provide benefits doesn’t mean that they aren’t foolproof. Leaky windows are a common problem to have around the storm season, and the water damage can exponentially increase if nothing is done about them. We show...

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