Your kitchen sink, refrigerator, and stovetop should form a "work triangle" with 4 - 9 feet between each appliance. Any less, and your kitchen will be cramped. Any more, and you'll find yourself sprinting between them.
Following a fire and the safe removal of all people and pets, you can open windows, remove any remaining food to prevent vermin, and make an inventory of the contents of your home. Leave the rest to the professionals.
The general contractor acts as the liaison between the customer and the project, and may also be involved in the actual work. Typically, the general contractor will perform some of the work, bringing in specialists—sub-contractors—for specific portions of the work, while overseeing the entire project.
In the fire restoration process, it is imperative that the odor caused by fire be eliminated, not simply covered up. Special equipment and supplies are used to penetrate every crevice throughout the house to neutralize and eliminate the odor.
Have you always thought your options for a backsplash were limited to the material of the countertop? In addition to tile, you can also try tumbled marble or glass for your backsplash.
Functioning smoke alarms save lives. You may not realize it, but 62 percent of home fire deaths occur in homes without smoke alarms or with alarms that have been disabled for one reason or another.
It’s important to remember that insurance adjusters don’t always have the same training as restoration contractors when it comes to fire and water damage. When you need to ensure you’re getting money to deal with every aspect of the restoration, we may be able to help.
For some, painting their molding a color that contrasts with their walls and ceiling can help give a bedroom or living room a stylish look they like. Others prefer to keep everything white to bright up the space.
Two of the many consequences of a fire are soot and and a strong odor. However, with professional sanitizing equipment like ozone generators and negative air machines, do not doubt that your home can be reclaimed once again.
Did you know that a large hurricane releases the energy of ten atomic bombs every second? No wonder they can cause some serious damage. We are here to help re-build and restore your home to its former glory.
Most people don’t realize that you can lower the cost of your rebar by simply purchasing longer pieces of it. Rebar typically comes in lengths of two feet, but this isn’t always the case.
Although you can often get by performing repairs and upgrades inside your home without the use of a contractor, the same is rarely true of your home’s exterior. When you need to ensure your project is handled correctly right from the start, we’re here for you.
The time following a fire is often very stressful and emotional. Handing over the restoration of your home to an experienced and compassionate team of experts will help keep this stress to a minimum and allow you to recover while your home is being salvaged.
Painting should be done after installation is complete. This will ensure that the molding is properly applied and smooth and it gives caulk time to dry.
One of the best ways to expedite the claims process after a fire or flood is to have your damage restoration contractor present to walk the property with your claims adjustor. This can help ensure that everyone is on the same page about the true nature of the damage.
If you're wondering how to make your bathroom renovation more cost effective and eco-friendly, consider: installing low flow shower heads and faucet restrictors; insulating your hot water pipes; switching out your toilet for a low-flush or dual flush model.
Knowing what type of water has invaded your house will tell you if you need to take extra precautions during the restoration period. For instance, if the water is black or gray, stay out of the area, and contact a restoration professional immediately.
