Category: Smoke
After The Fire: Commercial Smoke Damage 101
Experiencing a fire at a commercial property can be overwhelming. Leave it up to skilled professionals to do the job correctly and efficiently so you can get back to business as usual. Learn more about our process at Rapid Restoration here.
read moreWhat Causes Chimney Fires?
Chimney fires are actually surprisingly common. If you’re planning on using your fireplace this winter season, make sure that your chimney is clean and maintained to prevent any accidental fire damage. Here’s how.
read moreMajor Causes of Sump Pump Failure
The sump pump — it’s supposedly on your team, fighting the battle to remove collected water in the sump basin in the basement of your residence. But what happens to your home when it breaks? Why does it break down?
read moreThe Process of Fire and Smoke Restoration
Having a home or business suffer from fire is a significant loss both physically and emotionally. Here is the process of fire and smoke restoration explained.
read moreThe Importance of a Fire Escape Ladder
Being prepared for any situation in your home is essential. In the United States alone it is estimated that there are between 350,000 and 400,000 fires every year. These fires can reach as much as $8 billion in total damages throughout the states. As alarming as this is, it is even more disturbing that the…
read moreTips for Preventing Kitchen Fires
If you are currently experiencing a fire? Please call 911 immediately. Rapid Restoration does not service live fire situations. However, we will aid in the post-fire cleanup and restoration process. The kitchen is in one way or another the cause of a high number of house fires. Most if not all of these fires could…
read morePreventing Disaster While Kids Are Home Alone
The summer is almost here which means those kids with working parents may soon find themselves home alone for a large chunk of the day. If your children are old enough to do this, make sure that you first speak to them about safety in the home, ensuring that no preventable disasters will occur. Some…
read moreThe First 48: What NOT to do in the First Hours after a Disaster
When disaster strikes you are often confused and feel a little bit lost. Panic, at times grief and even depression can quickly set in. Instead of ensuing panic and stress, you and your loved ones can take control of the situation with this short check list of things you should not do in the first…
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