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What is COVID-19?  COVID-19 is a highly contagious respiratory illness that spreads person to person through respiratory droplets and is caused by a new type of Coronavirus.  Respiratory droplets are spread by an infected person through coughing and sneezing. Once an infected person coughs and or sneezes, droplets escape into the air and land on… Read more »

Water damage in any building can be a catastrophic event but when the building is a commercial enterprise it can be debilitating if not handled properly and quickly. The first step in assessing water damage in a commercial environment is performing a risk assessment to determine what risks or potential risks exist to occupants, workers,… Read more »

The world of mold remediation is a strange one, indeed. Mold is ubiquitous and is required for the normal process of decomposition of organic matter. However, when mold is growing in the indoor environment, it can be an indicator that something is very wrong. Mold exposure and the resulting health effects impact different people very… Read more »

In most homeowner insurance policies coverage for natural disasters such as wind, hail, fire, or lightning are included in your standard policy that covers your personal property, your dwelling, and personal liability for injury or damages to another property. However, water damage covered by home insurance will usually be subjected to scrutiny by your insurance… Read more »

It’s no secret: Asbestos removal from a residential or commercial property is important because asbestos is a toxic substance. One that poses a health hazard to those exposed to it over a period of time. Asbestos was a common building material until its toxicity—which can cause respiratory diseases and types of cancer—became public knowledge in… Read more »

The problem with hidden water damage is twofold: visually, it can go undetected for a long time and, in doing so; it can seriously damage your home. Long-term water damage can cause the wood to rot around window sills, casements, door frames, and inside walls, it can pose a hidden danger to your health in… Read more »

Contaminated, dirty air duct systems can pose health problems that may lead to persistent respiratory issues for employees on the job or family members in the home. If such health problems arise, consulting with a professional air duct cleaning service would be a good first step to determine if the ductwork is the problem. Dirty,… Read more »

For any company, having an Emergency Response Protocol (ERP) means having a plan for your business when an emergency strikes. In the event of such an emergency, ensuring continuity for your business is the top priority. It may be a cliché to say so, but no business owner should leave it to chance or wait… Read more »

The destructive power of fire can leave businesses and commercial properties devastated. Once the fire has been extinguished, insurance coverage can help with the financial losses. Commercial fire damage restoration is one such avenue for business owners who have suffered as a result of fire can pursue to help alleviate their losses. Restoration is the… Read more »

Mold can show up in your house in the most unexpected places at the most unexpected times. It’s usually caused by a combination of factors, not just one, and the primary way to eliminate the problem is through effective mold mitigation. If mold outbreaks happen in the basement or under the kitchen sink, or recurring… Read more »