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Mold is one of the most difficult home restoration projects to deal with. These harmful spores can grow on practically any surface, are difficult to remove, and pose serious health risks. Taking the required precautions, like maintaining low humidity levels within...
You’ve probably been in this situation: You're sitting cozy in your living room, having a calm night, when you unexpectedly hear a loud noise. You hurry to inspect and discover that a pipe has burst, creating uncontrolled flooding. What was once a lovely evening has...
Fire extinguishers are fire suppression systems that put out small fires before they get out of hand. Irrespective of the type of fire, four main components are always present. These are, fuel, heat, oxygen, and a chain reaction. Fire extinguishers working principle...
Water damage is a devastating issue that can cause havoc for home and business owners. However, most repair work requires an understanding of water damage classes and categories. Therefore, it is imperative to understand the different classes of water damage, water...
When your plumbing system fails, it can unleash a torrent of problems that can quickly spiral into significant damage. A seemingly innocent leaky pipe or a sudden burst can release gallons of water, transforming the sanctuary of your home into a soggy nightmare. The...
Preventing electrical fires has become one of the top priorities for many homeowners since they are one of the most significant contributors to property damage, with an average of $1.5 billion in losses recorded annually. Electrical fires also represent a massive risk...
Pets are lifelong companions that offer endless love, happiness, and emotional support. Every pet has a different personality and can act a bit silly sometimes. Unfortunately, your pet’s silly antics can quickly cause turmoil in your home if they start a fire. Pet...
Water damage can cause significant harm to a property if left unaddressed. Several factors, including natural disasters, plumbing issues, or appliance malfunctions, can cause it. Signs of water damage may not be immediately apparent, and ignoring them can lead to...
An accidental fire can start with frightening randomness, spread out of control in seconds, and ultimately destroy a house. Even tiny fires that are quickly extinguished may cause thousands of dollars in damage and put the lives of everyone in the house at risk....
Radon issues are real, but with the right knowledge and an expert crew, you can prevent radon from ever entering your home.
Floods, broken pipes, or any other kind of water damage can be devastating. Thankfully, you can salvage and restore a lot of your wooden furniture with the help of mitigation and restoration professionals like Valley Restoration and Construction. This guide will help...
We often talk about storms, rain, snow, and other external threats to your home’s integrity. However, water damage often comes from within—specifically, from appliances that use water. Today's life is so good compared to the past. Refrigerators keep our food fresh and...
Drywall is used for walls and ceilings and is a great way to build internal walls as well as design features. Its resilience and versatility make it the perfect building material, which is why it has largely displaced lath and plaster walls. Drywall is made of gypsum...
The words "asbestos removal" will rightly make most homeowners worry. We have all heard how dangerous asbestos can be, as it can cause cancer and lung disease many years after exposure. Even so, asbestos does not always need to be replaced or sealed. A proper...
Cleaning, sanitizing, disinfecting, sterilizing, deodorizing. People often use these terms interchangeably but they actually carry different meanings to cleaning professionals like Valley Restoration and Construction. When a water, fire, or smoke disaster has...
Water damage is never pleasant. Your home and furniture get soaked in water and you need to call a restoration company like Valley Restoration and Construction to mitigate the damage and restore your home. The first thing to remember is that time is of the essence, as...
How Can I Detect Asbestos in My Home? Asbestos used to be an insulating material until the early 1980s, when it was discovered that asbestos may become friable and release airborne fibers that can be detrimental to a homeowner’s health. Because of those fibers’...
Most people may find it hard to believe that summer can help mold grow. As a mitigation and restoration company, however, we have first-hand experience of how fast mold builds up in hot and humid summers. Summer humidity and warm temperatures are the perfect...
Spring can be a lovely season: average temperatures, blooming flowers, and nature at its best. Unfortunately, it also comes with storms and heavy rain showers that can cause water damage to your Colorado home. As always, prevention is better than repair. Once winter...
There are so many reasons that can cause water damage: floods, heavy rains, a burst pipe while you are on vacation, drainage problems, or snow melting and seeping through your basement. Whatever the cause, it is devastating to see water flooding your home. The best...
Are you ready to buy the house of your dreams? Before signing the contract, make sure the house doesn’t show signs of water damage. Water can damage the structure of your home. Leaks and broken pipes may require expensive repairs, and water damage can cause the...