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Expert Tips for Preventing Water Damage in Your Home
Expert Tips for Preventing Water Damage in Your Home Jon Towne and Russ Cripe had the opportunity to be guest speakers on a pod cast with our friends at Boss Services out of Benton Harbor, MI. They specialize in Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and 1-Day Bathroom remodeling. Click the link above to take a listen and […]
5 Ways to End Basement Flooding
5 Ways to End Basement Flooding According to The American Society of Home Inspectors, about 60% of homeowners experience a wet basement. If you have water in your basement after a heavy rain, the most likely source is water penetrating the foundation. An inch of rainfall on a 1000SF roof amounts to about 623 gallons […]
What Does Hail Damage To Your Roof Look Like?
What Does Hail Damage To Your Roof Look Like? The average hail storm only lasts six minutes, but the National Weather Service estimates that the damage caused, every year, by these short storms is close to $1 billion. How do you know if your roof has suffered damage? Travelers Insurance has some tips: Shingles can […]
8 Surprising Things Your Homeowner’s Policy May Cover
8 Surprising Things Your Homeowner’s Policy May Cover We usually think of “fine print” as a bad thing, but sometimes there’s good stuff there. The typical homeowner’s policy may include coverage you didn’t know you had. Here are 8 things included in most policies that you may be unaware of. Be sure, though, to check […]
Flooding – What to do?
Flooding – What to do? Michiana has seen its share of flooding. What to do? Follow these tips from the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC): Safety first – Before entering a building where flood damage may have occurred, make sure it’s safe: check for electrical hazards and structural damage, and use proper […]