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The Hidden Risk of LVT, EVT & Linoleum Flooring
Modern flooring products like luxury vinyl tile (LVT), EVT (engineered vinyl tile), and other linoleum-based DIY flooring systems are extremely popular in Denver homes—but they come with a serious hidden risk when water damage occurs. Here’s the problem: These...
My Sprinkler Pipe Broke and My Basement is Flooding in Denver—What Should I Do?
My Sprinkler Pipe Broke and My Basement is Flooding in Denver—What Should I Do? If this is happening to you, you’re not alone. Every spring, homeowners across Denver, Colorado—from Wash Park and Cherry Creek to Highlands Ranch, Lakewood, and Aurora—deal with...
Smoke & Wildfire Contamination
Understanding Smoke, Toxic Particles, and Health Risks After Fires Smoke damage isn’t always visible, but it can significantly impact homes and indoor air quality—even when flames never reach the structure. In Colorado, wildfire smoke can travel long distances and...
How Do Fire Damage Restoration Professionals Remove Smoke Odor in Denver Homes?
After a fire, the visible damage is only part of the story. What lingers—and often causes the most frustration for Denver homeowners—is the smell of smoke. That odor doesn’t just sit in the air. It penetrates deep into your home’s structure, your belongings, and even...
What to Do After Fire or Water Damage in Denver: Household Goods & Content Restoration
If your home, business, or building has recently suffered water, smoke, or fire damage, and question regarding your household contents, schedule a Free, No-Obligation Claim Review & Plan with one of our restoration experts. We’ll review the damage, discuss your...
Professional Advice for Protecting Your Property After Water Damage from a Freeze or Winter Storm in Denver, CO.
Expert guidance from Abbott’s Cleanup and Restoration for homeowners and business owners in Colorado.
Asbestos Spill Liability in Denver, Colorado
Asbestos Spill Liability in Denver, Colorado When a fire occurs in a multi‑family building, the visible damage is only part of the risk. In older buildings especially, fires can disturb asbestos‑containing materials (ACM) such as fireproofing, insulation, drywall...
Master-Certified Emergency Restoration in Denver
Master-Certified Emergency Restoration in Denver 1. Water Damage Restoration When water damage happens, timing is everything. Within hours, moisture can soak into floors, drywall, and insulation — causing warping, rot, and mold. Abbotts responds fast with...
Asbestos Remediation & Water Damage Restoration in Colorado
Here is what you need to know about asbestos remediation in Colorado and the water damage restoration process. When it comes to asbestos or water damage in your home or business, timing, training, and proper certification make all the difference. At Abbotts Cleanup...
Why Four Generations Makes All the Difference
When your home or business is impacted by water, fire, or mold, you need more than a quick fix—you need experience, reliability, and heart. That’s exactly what you get with a four-generation, family-owned restoration company. Here’s why choosing a restoration partner...
Celebrating Safely: Essential Fire Safety Tips for Fireworks, Grilling, and Campfires on the Fourth of July
The Fourth of July is a time for celebration, family, and outdoor fun. However, along with the festivities comes the risk of fires if safety precautions aren’t taken. Whether you’re enjoying fireworks, a backyard barbecue, or a night around the campfire, keeping fire safety in mind helps ensure everyone stays safe and the holiday remains joyful. Here are some essential fire safety tips to make your Fourth of July celebration secure and fun.
Thermal Fogging & The Art Of Odor Control
Thermal Fogging: The Art Of Odor Control Thermal fogging technology is another tool that can be used to restore your home or business after a fire, or to remediate odors from indoor tobacco use, pets, mold, fireplaces, meth lab cleanup and more. Unpleasant odors can...
Five Steps to Take When Snow Melt Causes Water Damage to Your Home or Business
Five Steps to Take When Snow Melt Causes Water Damage to Your Home or Business These five steps address the damage that snow melt causes when water seeps into your home or business. As the Denver snow melts, it’s not unusual for homeowners and business owners to...
Emergency Roof Leaks: 8 Steps to Take Right Now
Emergency Roof Leaks: 8 Steps to Take Right Now Hail storms can be a scary experience, especially when they cause damage to your roof. If you find that your roof has been damaged after a hail storm, it's important to take action as soon as possible to prevent further...
Abbotts Cares Toy Drive 2022
In 2022, the Abbott's Cares toy drive collected gifts for children in need across the Denver metro area. Abbotts Toy Drive 2022 Last week Abbotts Cares responded to the community call for Christmas toys. A few of our team members got to play Santa. We were...
Signs of Water Damage During Spring Cleaning
How do I detect water damage during spring cleaning? Spring cleaning is an annual ritual taken on by most of us to clean out the dust and clutter from being indoors during Denver's winter season. As we prepare our homes for summer, our annual spring cleaning is a...
Asbestos Abatement: What Should I Expect?
What to Expect During Asbestos Abatement Knowing what to expect during asbestos abatement helps you prepare and keep your family safe throughout the process. Asbestos is a durable, fire-retardant fiber that was used extensively in a wide variety of construction...
Asbestos Safety After A Fire
Fire Damage & Asbestos Safety: What You Need to Know Fires are heartbreaking. Flames, heat, smoke and water destroy not only personal possessions, but often hopes and dreams. It takes only a few minutes for an entire building to be engulfed in flames. While heat...
Post-Fire Water Damage
Water Damage After a Fire The aftermath of a fire can be devastating. Even if you were lucky enough not to lose your home completely in the fire, the cleanup process is extensive. Cleanup must be thorough in order to avoid lingering toxins from soot and smoke damage,...
Lead Contamination & Structure Fires
Keeping Your Home Safe From Lead Contamination After a Structure Fire If you have recently been the victim of a house fire, you know that the cleanup process can be a mess. On top of the water from fire hoses, chemicals from fire extinguishers, debris, ash, and soot,...
Toxic Smoke Dangers
Dangers of Toxic Smoke in Fire Damage If you’ve recently suffered from a fire in your home, you are well aware of what a mess it is to clean up. You aren’t just looking at damage the fire caused to the structure and your possessions. You’re also looking at water...
Colorado Fire Season
Record-breaking temperatures in Colorado may mean a longer fire season ahead, making fire preparedness more important than ever. Record-Breaking Temperatures May Mean a Longer Fire Season in Colorado In the past, Colorado's fire season was April through July. More...
Kitchen Fire Damage from Common Cooking Incidents
Common Cooking Accidents that Cause Fire Damage You likely know that being careful in the kitchen is pretty important. From hot pans to boiling water to sharp knives, there are few places in most homes with as much potential danger as the kitchen. But did you know...
Damage from Monsoon Season
What Types of Flood Damage Can Occur from Monsoon Season? When you hear the words "monsoon season," locations like India and Sri Lanka come to mind. But did you know that Colorado has its own monsoon season? The state experiences an annual deluge of afternoon...
House Fire Prevention Tips
Top 5 house fire accidents and how to prevent them It might go down as every homeowner’s worse nightmare—coming home to find their house up in flames or waking up to a blaring smoke detector in the middle of the night. There are an estimated 400,000 house fires every...
Can my Furniture be Saved After Water Damage?
Can you save your furniture after water damage? You or someone you know will inevitably experience water damage at home each spring. From volatile storms to snow melt, Spring can be just as unkind on a house as Old Man Winter and your valuable possessions inside often...
Winter Preparation for Home and Yard
Is your home and yard prepared for the colder weather? As temperatures get colder and winter sets in, proper home and yard preparation can prevent freeze damage and costly repairs. As any homeowner will tell you, cabin fever isn’t just a state of mind affecting those...
Vacation Checklist
Preparing your home for going on vacation this fall checklist Before you fall into your travel plans, run through this vacation checklist to make sure your home is safe and protected while you're away. Going on that much-awaited vacation? Leaving for longer than you...
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....
After the Storm: What Now?
What to Do After a Major Storm A major storm can wreak havoc on your home or business. Whether you have been hit by flooding, a tornado, a hurricane, wind or hail damage, or some combination thereof, it is essential to know the steps to take after a storm. Abbotts is...