The Four Different Types Of Smoke Damage And How To Restore Your Home
Smoke damage is one of the most pervasive and destructive effects of a fire. In fact, the smoke damage from a fire is often more severe than the damage caused by the actual fire. Smoke damage can occur in many different ways. It’s important to understand these differences so you know how to deal with […]
The After Effects Of Fire Damage Restoration
A fire in your Winston-Salem home is devastating. Fires leave little behind, and what is left is often charred and plagued by smoke and soot. Fires are dangerous, even after the flames have been extinguished. Because of the amount of damage and danger left behind from a fire, you should never attempt fire damage restoration […]
Finding Water Damage Before It Leads To Extra Restoration Costs
Unseen water damage can be extremely dangerous to your home and health. Some signs of water damage are easy to identify, while others are not as obvious. Here are some signs you should look for if you suspect water damage in your home: Wet or dark spots on walls and ceilings Flaking and cracking drywall […]
Why Time Is The Most Important When Dealing With Water Damage Cleanup
Time is so very important to each one of us. Sometimes we wish it would go faster, sometimes we wish it would go slower, and sometimes we wish it would just freeze. Unfortunately that isn’t possible. Given time, things can grow, things can mend, and things can be destroyed. Time is always of the essence […]
Preventing Water Damage Cleanup During The Winter Months
Water damage cleanup is a serious concern during any time of the year. However, the threat of water damage is amplified during the freezing winter months. From our water damage cleanup experts at Restoration 1 of Winston-Salem, here are simple things you can do to keep water damage at bay during the winter months. Water […]
Three Water Damage Cleanup Steps For Winston-Salem Residents
Water disasters are unpredictable and can happen at any time. Even though it is not possible to know exactly if or when water damage may occur, there are steps that you can take to prevent it from happening. Your home in the Winston-Salem area can be protected from some water disasters if you take a […]
Take Precautions Against Electrical Fires
In March, six people in Winston-Salem lost their home to an electrical fire. After a shorted electrical outlet, firefighters were called in to tame the blaze. However, the fire consumed most of the home and left the owners temporarily homeless. On a larger scale, the U.S. Fire Administration reports about 25,000 electrical fires each year, […]
Removing Mold After Water Damage
Few disasters are more stressful than water damage in your home. There are so many things to take care of, like removing the water, drying everything out, and then replacing damaged materials. We at Restoration 1 of Winston-Salem know it’s a pretty large task to properly restore your home after water damage, and on top […]
Laundry Rooms And Mold Potential
Mold is destructive to the structure of your home and can jeopardize the health of your family. Certain molds can even cause illnesses and allergies. Unfortunately, one room in the middle of your home can become a perfect breeding ground for mildew and mold. If you smell a musty smell, inspect your laundry room: Washing […]
Why Should You Hire A Professional Water Damage Company?
If you have ever had water damage in your home, you know how frustrating it can be. With water damage restoration companies, you will not have to stress about what you should do, how you should clean up the water, and if the work was done properly. Water damage can come at the worst times […]