Mold, Asbestos, Water & Fire Damage Blog Posts

Choosing the Right Fire Damage Restoration Company

Posted in Fire Damage, on September 19, 2019

A fire can be a devastating tragedy, but it does not have to put an end to your business or force you to move to a new home. There are fire damage restorations companies that can help salvage your property and eliminate hazardous elements from it. You might be able to clean up some materials, furniture, and fabrics on your own, and even remove surface stains, smoke, and odors, repaint, and...

Steps to Take When Expecting a Flood

Posted in Flood & Water Damage, on September 03, 2019

Natural disasters can strike anywhere and while some may come as a surprise, most incidents come with a warning to help you prepare for the worst. When it comes to flooding in your home or neighborhood, you should take precautions to protect your property and prevent water from entering your premises in the first place. That being said, natural disasters can be extremely destructive to your home....

Common Steps Homeowners Tend to Neglect After a Water Damage

Posted in Flood & Water Damage, on June 24, 2019

Water damage in Edmonton can easily escalate to a catastrophic disaster when immediate actions are not taken. In addition, the cost of cleanup and repair will continue to rise if the damages are not dealt with in a timely manner. When dealing with any kind of water damage, including from a burst pipe, sewer backup, leak, flood or sump pump failure, it is imperative for homeowners to take quick...

How Does Smoke Damage Your Home?

Posted in Fire Damage, on May 17, 2019

A fire is the last thing that any family would want to deal with. Taking the right steps after a fire and choosing a professional fire and smoke damage restoration company is essential to repairing and restoring your home back to pre-disaster conditions. A fire can cause costly damages to your home. After a fire, there are many physical damages that are visible. However, the damages from...

The Benefits of Asbestos Testing

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on May 06, 2019

Asbestos is a toxic and mineral fiber that is featured in rock and soil. It was commonly used in residential and commercial construction materials, mainly for insulation. However, asbestos is extremely harmful to humans as it has been linked to many serious diseases, including asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma. Exposure to asbestos can cause a deadly condition and its presence should not be...

How to Prevent Fire Damage in your Home

Posted in Fire Damage, on April 30, 2019

A house fire is a devastating disaster that no family wants to experience. Even after the restoration and cleanup takes place, the tragic loss of your personal belongings and destruction created to your home can be overwhelming. After a fire occurs, professional fire damage restoration and cleanup is required to fix the damages that have transpired and restore your home back to pre-disaster...

The Different Categories of Water Damage

Posted in Flood & Water Damage, on April 29, 2019

There are various types of water damages that can occur in your commercial or residential property. Common causes of water damage include a burst pipe, water damage due to a natural disaster, roof leaks and foundation cracks. Many homeowners and business owners are unaware of the different categories of water damage. Understanding and identifying the type of water damage you are dealing with is...

The Cost of a Sewer Backup Cleanup

Posted in Flood & Water Damage, on April 22, 2019

A sewer backup can cause extensive damage to your residential or commercial property and can be extremely unpleasant to deal with. A sewer backup is categorized as a type 3 water damage, which means that this type of water contains pathogenic agents that can cause serious harm if exposed or ingested. When dealing with a sewage backup, an immediate response is required from a professional water...

How to Prevent Water Damage

Posted in Flood & Water Damage, on April 22, 2019

Water damages can leave your home or business in a horrendous condition. Water damages can destroy the foundation of your home and can cause damages to your furniture, appliances and upholstery. To make matters worse, if water damage is not effectively cleaned up 24-48 following the event, mold and mildew will begin to form. Preventing water damages during natural disasters can be uncontrollable...

Burst Pipe Repair Cost

Posted in Flood & Water Damage, on April 19, 2019

Water damages are amongst the most common causes of homeowners’ insurance claims. A burst pipe is a common source of emergency water damage and can create destructive damage to your home or business. Once a burst pipe or frozen pipe is detected, a water damage restoration company must be contacted immediately to mitigate losses. A pipe can burst for many reasons including: ...

Is Sewer Backup Covered by Insurance?

Posted in Flood & Water Damage, on April 13, 2019

Sewer backups can cause extensive damage to homes and businesses. Sewer backups are unpleasant and can occur at any time. A sewer backup must be immediately and effectively cleaned and repaired once the issue has been noticed in order to minimize damages. These damages can be difficult and expensive to repair, as most home owners and business owners do not budget for sewer backup damages....

Tips to Control Window Condensation to Eliminate Mold Growth

Posted in Mold Removal, on February 08, 2019

Window condensation is a problem most Canadian homeowners face every turn of season. As outdoor temperatures slowly dip into winter levels, interior window surfaces start to sweat from condensation. While degrees of wetness do range from insignificant and negligible to downright damaging, it is important to understand how to keep your windows dry; otherwise, you could end up with stubborn mold...

The Hidden Dangers of Mold in Your Home

Posted in Mold Removal, on January 03, 2019

With mold present in your home, you are exposing your family to serious health threats—especially when the problem is left unaddressed for a long period of time and the infestation has already reached alarming levels. The tricky thing about mold growth in the home is that it can happen right under your nose and go unnoticed until health damage is done. It is essential to have professional...

Tips for Preventing Basement Floods

Posted in Flood & Water Damage, on December 14, 2018

Many different factors can cause a flooded basement in Ottawa or a flooded basement cleanup in Toronto. If you’ve ever experienced water damage or a flood, you understand just how stressful dealing with flood damage can be including damaged furniture, frustration with planning and leaving the house, the feeling of being in an unsanitary home, etc. Apart from this, you also have to deal with...

Common Causes of Basement Flooding in Toronto

Posted in Flood & Water Damage, on December 10, 2018

Basement flooding is one of the most common causes of water damage in homes and business properties. Left unaddressed, a flooded basement in Toronto can cost you thousands of dollars in damage. Many insurance companies do not cover all types of water damages. It is crucial to contact an emergency restoration company, such as Canada’s Restoration Services, who has 10+ years of experience and...

Understanding the Key Types of Mold Testing Methods

Posted in Mold Removal, on October 09, 2018

The most successful mold removal in Toronto leverages mold testting and mold inspection servieces conducted by expert restoration companies like Canada's Restoration Services. Mold testing is the process of inspecting mold growth and taking air or surface samples to determine or confirm the presence of mold as well. Furthermore, it is utilized to identify the type of infestation at hand for...

How Long Does Mold Removal Take?

Posted in Mold Removal, on September 05, 2018

Mold removal is a necessary step when mold infestation proves to be widespread throughout a property, to the point of endangering the occupants’ health and wellbeing. Mold removal services in Toronto are available to help you remedy the problem and prevent it from coming back. It is advisable to perform mold inspection in Toronto when you first suspect the presence of spores in your...

How Common Is Black Toxic Mold in Toronto

Posted in Mold Removal, on August 07, 2018

If you live in Toronto or its surrounding areas then there is a very high chance that you have heard about black toxic mold and you may also have heard about many of the dangers that are associated with it. But, if you are like most residents of the city, you probably did not bother too much to find out about this kind of mold and the risks that it could pose to you and members of your family. As...

Mold Inspector vs. Home Inspector

Posted in Mold Removal, on June 13, 2018

Home inspectors go into many homes during the year right prior to the sale to determine if the property requires mold removal in Toronto. During this inspection they will normally look out for the standard signs of the condition of the home. This includes some the foundation, cracks, the condition of the roof, condition of the insulation, if there is any asbestos and or mold. What to Expect...

Safe Levels of Mold in a Home

Posted in Mold Removal, on May 14, 2018

Questions such as “What’s a safe level of mold in my air” or “When do I know I have a mold problem?” come up numerously. The general public is not naturally experienced nor do their have a vast knowledge about mold in general. Companies such as ours, who are experts in Toronto mold removal, tend to have calls from property owners to have a general sense of how...

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