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April Showers Clogged Your Downspouts? Get Them Ready for Summer
April Showers Clogged Your Downspouts? Get Them Ready for Summer Although you may not give them a whole lot of thought, gutters and downspouts are actually an integral part of your house’s overall well-being. They direct and control the flow of rainwater as a means of protecting your roof, walls, foundation, and even your landscape.…
Read MoreFix Water Damage the Right Way — Call a Professional!
Fix Water Damage the Right Way — Call a Professional! When water damage occurs in a home, the primary damage is what most homeowners are typically concerned about. Destroyed items like furniture, electronics, carpets, walls, etc. present not only a huge financial burden, but also a great deal of inconvenience. But, it is important that…
Read MoreThese Water Damage Facts Will Give You Nightmares
These Water Damage Facts Will Give You Nightmares So, your house flooded. Perhaps it was due to a burst pipe, or maybe the flood happened due to melting snow, an ice dam, a rain storm, or some other type of weather-related incident. Regardless of why the flooding occurred, though, you’ve got a major problem on…
Read MoreWhy Sprinkler Systems Are Important
Why Sprinkler Systems Are Important Fire sprinkler systems are a crucial part of protecting homes and businesses in the Denver area. These fire protection devices can not only save lives, but also prevent damage and the need for pricey renovations. They are a vital part of fire safety and should be properly installed and maintained…
Read More10 Simple (and Awesome) Ways to Prevent Water Damage (part 1 of 2)
10 Simple (and Awesome) Ways to Prevent Water Damage (part 1 of 2) Ask any homeowner what his or her biggest fears are when it comes to damage to their beloved home, and you can bet that “water damage” will be at the top of that list. It certainly isn’t difficult to figure out why.…
Read MoreFlooding Risks: We’re Not Out of the Woods, Yet
Flooding Risks: We’re Not Out of the Woods, Yet The national media is awash with images and tragic stories about dangerous flooding in other states. 11 dead, 30 missing after record floods swamp Texas and Oklahoma As we turn our thoughts toward the people facing dangerous flooding, we must remember that we’re still in OUR…
Read MoreProposed Colorado Law Could Speed Up Fire, Flood Warnings
Proposed Colorado Law Could Speed Up Fire, Flood Warnings Faster warnings could save hundreds of millions in damage and save lives. The Denver Post reports Colorado state Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp, D-Arvada, is drumming up support for a $10 million effort to better forecast wildfires and floods, which could save hundreds times more in property losses…
Read MoreHow to Avoid Flood Damage in Your Home
How to Avoid Flood Damage in Your Home We know that floods can happen anywhere. No one could have anticipated the vast residential and commercial damage done in the Colorado floods earlier this year. Therefore, homeowners all over the country would benefit by being prepared. You may be able to avoid serious flood damage…
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