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Restoration Company Checklist
What makes a great Denver Restoration Company? After a fire, flood, or other emergency in your home or business, you want and need to get help as quickly as possible. However, it can be overwhelming deciding which professional restoration provider in Denver to choose. You may feel pulled in many directions, with your insurance company…
Read MoreHome Biohazard Cleanup
The Importance of Cleaning up Biohazards in Your Home Everyone has cleaned up a biohazard at some point. If you have ever had a bloody nose that dripped on the bathroom floor or your pet vomited on the rug, you have technically had experience with the cleanup of biohazardous materials. The problem, of course, comes…
Read MoreIs Your Family Member a Messy Person… or a Hoarder?
Is Your Family Member a Messy Person… or a Hoarder? We’d bet good money that everyone out there has that one family member (or maybe more) whose home is cluttered with “stuff.” They may have boxes in the corner, stacks of documents in their kitchen, dishes in various places, or random collections of items all…
Read MoreAvoid These Mistakes When Repairing Your Crawl Space
Avoid These Mistakes When Repairing Your Crawl Space An alarming number of homeowners tend to forget that their home’s crawl space even exists, let alone take the steps necessary to ensure that it’s well-maintained. This can lead to a number of problems ranging from the accumulation of mold and musty smells to bug infestations and damage to…
Read MoreCrime Scene Cleanup Takes Planning and Finesse
Crime Scene Cleanup Takes Planning and Finesse Mark and Carrie were two law-abiding citizens, happily subletting their home to renters while they enjoyed a year abroad. When they returned home, they found that their place had been used as a meth lab and had been raided by the police. Frank was living out his American…
Read MoreToilet Overflow Cleanup: Don’t Panic, and Clean It Up!
Toilet Overflow Cleanup: Don’t Panic, and Clean It Up! Anyone who has ever experienced an overflowing toilet, which probably includes every single person reading this right now, certainly understands the importance of proper cleanup. After you’ve said your fair share of “Oh God!” and “Gross!”, you need to take action right away so as to avoid water…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Meth Labs in Your Home
What You Need to Know About Meth Labs in Your Home The war on drugs has been waging since the 1980s, but the illegal manufacture of methamphetamines continues to be a problem here in Colorado. Because most home buyers and homeowners are not familiar with the drug and its production, many people find themselves buying…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Meth Labs in Your Home
The Dangers of Meth Labs in Your Home Although unfortunate, meth labs have been a growing problem throughout Colorado in recent years. In some cases, tenants have rented out homes to manufacture illegal drugs. In others, squatters have discovered unoccupied houses and have used them for nefarious purposes before abandoning the properties. Regardless of whether…
Read MoreAsbestos: Let’s Get the Facts Straight
Let’s Get the Facts Straight About the Danger of Asbestos Once upon a time, asbestos was viewed as a “miracle mineral.” When you consider all of the ways in which asbestos can be used for construction, insulation, and fire safety, it’s easy to see why people were so taken with it. While extremely useful, though,…
Read MoreDoes Your Home Smell Like a Pot Farm?
Does Your Home Smell Like a Pot Farm? Ah, Colorado. Our state is home to the gorgeous Rocky Mountains, fresh air, four seasons, tons of wildlife, and…pot. Love it or hate it, the legalization of marijuana has stimulated our economy and it isn’t likely to go anywhere anytime soon. The thing about marijuana… well, one…
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