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  • Seven Ways to Protect Your Business from Mold This Summer Keep Your Property Safe as Humidity Levels Rise in Cordova Cordova is humid year-round, but particularly so during the early months of summer. During this time of year, the temperatures often reach into the high 80s and 90s during the day, while the humidity levels are ... Continue Reading

Cleaning

  • Avoid These 6 DIY Water Damage Restoration Mistakes From malfunctioning plumbing to flooding caused by severe weather, water can get into your Cordova home unannounced, leaving you with a mess to address. The stress of the situation can be so overwhelming that it can cause you to make various mistakes during the water damage ... Continue Reading

Commercial

  • Five Flood Preparedness Tips for Cordova Businesses Protect Your Business From Water Damage This Spring In Cordova, businesses face a reality where flood preparedness is not just an option—it's a necessity. This region's geographical and climatic conditions put it at a heightened risk for flooding, which can occur with little ... Continue Reading
  • Protect Your Cordova Business from Roof Leaks Understand and Mitigate Threats to Your Business Operations Are you a business owner in Cordova? Have you ever experienced a roof leak that disrupted your operations and cost you valuable time and money? If yes, you know how detrimental a roof leak can be to your business. ... Continue Reading
  • Pre-Loss Planning for Cordova Business Owners Prepare Your Business for Disasters to Minimize Damage and Prevent Losses Cordova is a great place to live and do business. But like many places in the world, it's not immune to natural disasters or other unexpected events that can cause losses for businesses. Business ... Continue Reading
  • How to Protect Your Business from Disease This Winter How to Protect Your Business from Disease This Winter Our Commercial Disinfection Services Can Help Your Business Stay Healthy and Operational The winter months have finally arrived, and with them so has cold and flu season. According to the CDC, the months of December ... Continue Reading

Cooking Safety Tips

  • Preventing Fire and Water Damage During the Holiday Season Protect Your Cordova Home from Floods, Flames, and More The festive season is a time of celebration and joy, filled with twinkling lights, warm fires, and family gatherings. From decking the halls with holiday decorations to preparing holiday feasts, it’s a time for cheer ... Continue Reading
  • Fire Safety Tips Every Cordova Homeowner Should Know Protect Your Home from Fires During Fire Prevention Month and Beyond October is Fire Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about fire safety and promoting prevention measures. As homeowners in Cordova, we must understand the importance of preventing fires ... Continue Reading

Disaster Preparedness

  • Five Flood Preparedness Tips for Cordova Businesses Protect Your Business From Water Damage This Spring In Cordova, businesses face a reality where flood preparedness is not just an option—it's a necessity. This region's geographical and climatic conditions put it at a heightened risk for flooding, which can occur with little ... Continue Reading
  • How to Protect Your Home from Severe Weather Prepare Your Property for Tornadoes, Heavy Rain, and More Homeowners in the Cordova area are no stranger to the severe weather conditions that can strike at any time, causing significant damage to your property. Many of our customers at ServiceMaster by Cornerstone have ... Continue Reading
  • Pre-Loss Planning for Cordova Business Owners Prepare Your Business for Disasters to Minimize Damage and Prevent Losses Cordova is a great place to live and do business. But like many places in the world, it's not immune to natural disasters or other unexpected events that can cause losses for businesses. Business ... Continue Reading
  • Disaster Statistics and How to Prepare for a Disaster The Mid South and the rest of the U.S. have been hit by many natural disasters, including the COVID-19 pandemic. ServiceMaster by Cornerstone wanted to review some statistics on emergency preparedness. We thought an effective way to illustrate the importance of preparing for ... Continue Reading

Disaster Prevention Tips

  • How to Protect Your Home from Severe Weather Prepare Your Property for Tornadoes, Heavy Rain, and More Homeowners in the Cordova area are no stranger to the severe weather conditions that can strike at any time, causing significant damage to your property. Many of our customers at ServiceMaster by Cornerstone have ... Continue Reading
  • Pre-Loss Planning for Cordova Business Owners Prepare Your Business for Disasters to Minimize Damage and Prevent Losses Cordova is a great place to live and do business. But like many places in the world, it's not immune to natural disasters or other unexpected events that can cause losses for businesses. Business ... Continue Reading

Disaster Restoration

  • Professional Restoration After a Home Fire Unfortunately, disasters happen. Fires can break out in your home for a myriad of reasons and it is difficult to know what to do when it happens. Not only is there a property loss, but it can be an overwhelming process. ServiceMaster by Cornerstone can help. Here are some ... Continue Reading

Disinfection

  • How to Protect Your Business from Disease This Winter How to Protect Your Business from Disease This Winter Our Commercial Disinfection Services Can Help Your Business Stay Healthy and Operational The winter months have finally arrived, and with them so has cold and flu season. According to the CDC, the months of December ... Continue Reading

Extreme Weather

  • Five Flood Preparedness Tips for Cordova Businesses Protect Your Business From Water Damage This Spring In Cordova, businesses face a reality where flood preparedness is not just an option—it's a necessity. This region's geographical and climatic conditions put it at a heightened risk for flooding, which can occur with little ... Continue Reading
  • How to Protect Your Home from Severe Weather Prepare Your Property for Tornadoes, Heavy Rain, and More Homeowners in the Cordova area are no stranger to the severe weather conditions that can strike at any time, causing significant damage to your property. Many of our customers at ServiceMaster by Cornerstone have ... Continue Reading
  • Storm Damage Restoration FAQs If you’ve been impacted by a storm—or if you’re concerned your home or office isn’t ready for the next big storm—call ServiceMaster by Cornerstone now. Storms can cause significant, lasting damage, and the best time to prepare is before it hits. Whether you’re preparing for ... Continue Reading
  • Recovery and Clean-Up After a Tornado Tornadoes often come without much warning and leave you and your family scrambling for ways to keep yourselves and your home safe. Life in the wake of a damaging tornado can be especially traumatic, as these storms are known for ripping off roofs and tossing around ... Continue Reading

Fire Damage

  • Summer Fire Safety Tips to Keep Your Cordova Home Safe As the mercury rises and the scent of sizzling barbecues wafts through the air, the joyous arrival of summer also brings an increased need for vigilance in fire safety. While enjoyable, the season's favorite activities - grilling under the ... Continue Reading
  • 5 Steps to Take Immediately After a House Fire 5 Steps to Take Immediately After a House Fire The Road to Recovery Starts with Planning and Preparation A house fire can be one of the most traumatic and difficult events that you can experience in your lifetime. Before anything else, it’s important that you and your loved ... Continue Reading
  • Proactively Protect Your Home Against Winter Fires Winter Weather Brings Unique Fire Hazards For better or worse, homeowners rely on special appliances when the weather turns icy. We understand how important it is to say warm and cozy all winter. However, overheating your home or setting up a portable space heater during ... Continue Reading
  • Tips for Preventing Dryer Fires Doing laundry is a necessary task for all of us. Sometimes the household chore can be a large one if you have a big family. Maybe there are multiple members of a family or communal residence all doing laundry, utilizing the same washer and dryer. Dryer safety is an important ... Continue Reading

Fire Prevention

  • Preventing Fire and Water Damage During the Holiday Season Protect Your Cordova Home from Floods, Flames, and More The festive season is a time of celebration and joy, filled with twinkling lights, warm fires, and family gatherings. From decking the halls with holiday decorations to preparing holiday feasts, it’s a time for cheer ... Continue Reading
  • How to Avoid Fires With Holiday Cooking At ServiceMaster by Cornerstone, we are available to help you clean up when any disaster strikes. However, we would love to help you avoid a fire disaster while cooking. We have compiled a list of tips on avoiding holiday cooking disasters this season. If you follow these ... Continue Reading
  • Fire Safety Tips Every Cordova Homeowner Should Know Protect Your Home from Fires During Fire Prevention Month and Beyond October is Fire Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about fire safety and promoting prevention measures. As homeowners in Cordova, we must understand the importance of preventing fires ... Continue Reading
  • Summer Fire Safety Tips to Keep Your Cordova Home Safe As the mercury rises and the scent of sizzling barbecues wafts through the air, the joyous arrival of summer also brings an increased need for vigilance in fire safety. While enjoyable, the season's favorite activities - grilling under the ... Continue Reading

Fire Restoration

  • Summer Fire Safety Tips to Keep Your Cordova Home Safe As the mercury rises and the scent of sizzling barbecues wafts through the air, the joyous arrival of summer also brings an increased need for vigilance in fire safety. While enjoyable, the season's favorite activities - grilling under the ... Continue Reading
  • 5 Steps to Take Immediately After a House Fire 5 Steps to Take Immediately After a House Fire The Road to Recovery Starts with Planning and Preparation A house fire can be one of the most traumatic and difficult events that you can experience in your lifetime. Before anything else, it’s important that you and your loved ... Continue Reading
  • Proactively Protect Your Home Against Winter Fires Winter Weather Brings Unique Fire Hazards For better or worse, homeowners rely on special appliances when the weather turns icy. We understand how important it is to say warm and cozy all winter. However, overheating your home or setting up a portable space heater during ... Continue Reading
  • Professional Restoration After a Home Fire Unfortunately, disasters happen. Fires can break out in your home for a myriad of reasons and it is difficult to know what to do when it happens. Not only is there a property loss, but it can be an overwhelming process. ServiceMaster by Cornerstone can help. Here are some ... Continue Reading

Fire Safety

  • Preventing Fire and Water Damage During the Holiday Season Protect Your Cordova Home from Floods, Flames, and More The festive season is a time of celebration and joy, filled with twinkling lights, warm fires, and family gatherings. From decking the halls with holiday decorations to preparing holiday feasts, it’s a time for cheer ... Continue Reading
  • How to Avoid Fires With Holiday Cooking At ServiceMaster by Cornerstone, we are available to help you clean up when any disaster strikes. However, we would love to help you avoid a fire disaster while cooking. We have compiled a list of tips on avoiding holiday cooking disasters this season. If you follow these ... Continue Reading
  • Fire Safety Tips Every Cordova Homeowner Should Know Protect Your Home from Fires During Fire Prevention Month and Beyond October is Fire Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about fire safety and promoting prevention measures. As homeowners in Cordova, we must understand the importance of preventing fires ... Continue Reading
  • Summer Fire Safety Tips to Keep Your Cordova Home Safe As the mercury rises and the scent of sizzling barbecues wafts through the air, the joyous arrival of summer also brings an increased need for vigilance in fire safety. While enjoyable, the season's favorite activities - grilling under the ... Continue Reading

Flood

  • Five Flood Preparedness Tips for Cordova Businesses Protect Your Business From Water Damage This Spring In Cordova, businesses face a reality where flood preparedness is not just an option—it's a necessity. This region's geographical and climatic conditions put it at a heightened risk for flooding, which can occur with little ... Continue Reading

Flood Damage

  • Five Flood Preparedness Tips for Cordova Businesses Protect Your Business From Water Damage This Spring In Cordova, businesses face a reality where flood preparedness is not just an option—it's a necessity. This region's geographical and climatic conditions put it at a heightened risk for flooding, which can occur with little ... Continue Reading
  • My House Flooded, Now What? Like so many recent flash flood victims, you may have found yourself coming back to home flood damage and wondering where to even begin. At ServiceMaster by Cornerstone, we are the experts when it comes to disaster clean-up. Here are some helpful tips to support you as you ... Continue Reading

Frozen Pipes

  • Preparing Your Cordova Home for Winter A Comprehensive Checklist for Homeowners in the Mid-South As we transition into the colder months in Cordova, preparing your home for winter becomes a crucial task that shouldn't be overlooked. Winter weather can bring various challenges and risks to your home, including ... Continue Reading

Holiday

  • Preventing Fire and Water Damage During the Holiday Season Protect Your Cordova Home from Floods, Flames, and More The festive season is a time of celebration and joy, filled with twinkling lights, warm fires, and family gatherings. From decking the halls with holiday decorations to preparing holiday feasts, it’s a time for cheer ... Continue Reading

Mold

  • The Dangers of DIY Mold Removal Protect Your Property from Mold Growth in Cordova, TN While it may seem tempting to handle mold removal yourself, it's essential to understand that improper handling can exacerbate the problem. DIY methods often only deal with visible mold, failing to address hidden colonies ... Continue Reading
  • Understanding the Risks of Black Mold in Cordova Protect Your Home From This Silent Invader Black mold, scientifically known as Stachybotrys chartarum, is a fungus that poses significant risks to your home and health. It is often characterized by its dark green or black appearance and thrives on moist, cellulose-rich ... Continue Reading
  • Seven Ways to Protect Your Business from Mold This Summer Keep Your Property Safe as Humidity Levels Rise in Cordova Cordova is humid year-round, but particularly so during the early months of summer. During this time of year, the temperatures often reach into the high 80s and 90s during the day, while the humidity levels are ... Continue Reading
  • The Dangers of Mold in Your Home The Dangers of Mold in Your Home How to Prevent Mold Growth & What to Do if You Find It Mold is a type of fungal growth that thrives in moist environments. It is often found outdoors in soil and on decaying leaves, and plays an important role in the natural world by breaking ... Continue Reading

mold growth

  • Seven Ways to Protect Your Business from Mold This Summer Keep Your Property Safe as Humidity Levels Rise in Cordova Cordova is humid year-round, but particularly so during the early months of summer. During this time of year, the temperatures often reach into the high 80s and 90s during the day, while the humidity levels are ... Continue Reading

mold removal

  • The Dangers of DIY Mold Removal Protect Your Property from Mold Growth in Cordova, TN While it may seem tempting to handle mold removal yourself, it's essential to understand that improper handling can exacerbate the problem. DIY methods often only deal with visible mold, failing to address hidden colonies ... Continue Reading
  • Seven Ways to Protect Your Business from Mold This Summer Keep Your Property Safe as Humidity Levels Rise in Cordova Cordova is humid year-round, but particularly so during the early months of summer. During this time of year, the temperatures often reach into the high 80s and 90s during the day, while the humidity levels are ... Continue Reading

musty smells

  • Seven Ways to Protect Your Business from Mold This Summer Keep Your Property Safe as Humidity Levels Rise in Cordova Cordova is humid year-round, but particularly so during the early months of summer. During this time of year, the temperatures often reach into the high 80s and 90s during the day, while the humidity levels are ... Continue Reading

Odor Removal

  • Sewer Cleanup Tips Never DIY Sewage Clean-Up There are many home repair projects that are able to be completed successfully by homeowners. Outlets like HGTV, the DIY network, and YouTube have many shows and videos dedicated to all the things you can DIY around your home. But there is one major ... Continue Reading

Prevent Flooding

  • Five Flood Preparedness Tips for Cordova Businesses Protect Your Business From Water Damage This Spring In Cordova, businesses face a reality where flood preparedness is not just an option—it's a necessity. This region's geographical and climatic conditions put it at a heightened risk for flooding, which can occur with little ... Continue Reading

Project

  • Avoid These 6 DIY Water Damage Restoration Mistakes From malfunctioning plumbing to flooding caused by severe weather, water can get into your Cordova home unannounced, leaving you with a mess to address. The stress of the situation can be so overwhelming that it can cause you to make various mistakes during the water damage ... Continue Reading

Residential

  • The Importance of Insulating Your Home Prevent Leaks, Mold Growth, and More in Cordova As we navigate seasonal shifts in Cordova, it's crucial to understand the importance of properly insulating your home. Home insulation, as the term suggests, is a vital aspect of any home's construction that ensures your indoor ... Continue Reading
  • Preparing Your Cordova Home for Winter A Comprehensive Checklist for Homeowners in the Mid-South As we transition into the colder months in Cordova, preparing your home for winter becomes a crucial task that shouldn't be overlooked. Winter weather can bring various challenges and risks to your home, including ... Continue Reading
  • Fire Safety Tips Every Cordova Homeowner Should Know Protect Your Home from Fires During Fire Prevention Month and Beyond October is Fire Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about fire safety and promoting prevention measures. As homeowners in Cordova, we must understand the importance of preventing fires ... Continue Reading
  • How to Protect Your Home from Severe Weather Prepare Your Property for Tornadoes, Heavy Rain, and More Homeowners in the Cordova area are no stranger to the severe weather conditions that can strike at any time, causing significant damage to your property. Many of our customers at ServiceMaster by Cornerstone have ... Continue Reading

Roof Leaks

  • The Importance of Insulating Your Home Prevent Leaks, Mold Growth, and More in Cordova As we navigate seasonal shifts in Cordova, it's crucial to understand the importance of properly insulating your home. Home insulation, as the term suggests, is a vital aspect of any home's construction that ensures your indoor ... Continue Reading

Sewer Backup

  • Sewer Cleanup Tips Never DIY Sewage Clean-Up There are many home repair projects that are able to be completed successfully by homeowners. Outlets like HGTV, the DIY network, and YouTube have many shows and videos dedicated to all the things you can DIY around your home. But there is one major ... Continue Reading

Storm Damage

  • How to Protect Your Home from Severe Weather Prepare Your Property for Tornadoes, Heavy Rain, and More Homeowners in the Cordova area are no stranger to the severe weather conditions that can strike at any time, causing significant damage to your property. Many of our customers at ServiceMaster by Cornerstone have ... Continue Reading

Summer

  • Summer Fire Safety Tips to Keep Your Cordova Home Safe As the mercury rises and the scent of sizzling barbecues wafts through the air, the joyous arrival of summer also brings an increased need for vigilance in fire safety. While enjoyable, the season's favorite activities - grilling under the ... Continue Reading
  • How to Protect Your Home from Severe Weather Prepare Your Property for Tornadoes, Heavy Rain, and More Homeowners in the Cordova area are no stranger to the severe weather conditions that can strike at any time, causing significant damage to your property. Many of our customers at ServiceMaster by Cornerstone have ... Continue Reading
  • Seven Ways to Protect Your Business from Mold This Summer Keep Your Property Safe as Humidity Levels Rise in Cordova Cordova is humid year-round, but particularly so during the early months of summer. During this time of year, the temperatures often reach into the high 80s and 90s during the day, while the humidity levels are ... Continue Reading

Water Damage

  • Five Flood Preparedness Tips for Cordova Businesses Protect Your Business From Water Damage This Spring In Cordova, businesses face a reality where flood preparedness is not just an option—it's a necessity. This region's geographical and climatic conditions put it at a heightened risk for flooding, which can occur with little ... Continue Reading
  • Preparing Your Cordova Home for Winter A Comprehensive Checklist for Homeowners in the Mid-South As we transition into the colder months in Cordova, preparing your home for winter becomes a crucial task that shouldn't be overlooked. Winter weather can bring various challenges and risks to your home, including ... Continue Reading
  • Protect Your Cordova Business from Roof Leaks Understand and Mitigate Threats to Your Business Operations Are you a business owner in Cordova? Have you ever experienced a roof leak that disrupted your operations and cost you valuable time and money? If yes, you know how detrimental a roof leak can be to your business. ... Continue Reading
  • 5 Common Appliance Leaks That Can Lead to Water Damage Many important household appliances use water to perform their everyday functions. If they aren’t properly maintained and cared for, appliances can leak and cause significant water damage inside your home. Often, appliance leaks can go unnoticed for some time, leading to ... Continue Reading

Water Mitigation

  • Five Flood Preparedness Tips for Cordova Businesses Protect Your Business From Water Damage This Spring In Cordova, businesses face a reality where flood preparedness is not just an option—it's a necessity. This region's geographical and climatic conditions put it at a heightened risk for flooding, which can occur with little ... Continue Reading
  • Avoid These 6 DIY Water Damage Restoration Mistakes From malfunctioning plumbing to flooding caused by severe weather, water can get into your Cordova home unannounced, leaving you with a mess to address. The stress of the situation can be so overwhelming that it can cause you to make various mistakes during the water damage ... Continue Reading
  • Understanding Water Mitigation After Your Home is Flooded Has a torrential rainstorm flooded your home, or perhaps a pipe burst, and you now have standing water in your house? Whatever the situation, if you have flood damage, you need to immediately contact your insurance provider and a reputable emergency restoration company ... Continue Reading

Water Restoration

  • Five Flood Preparedness Tips for Cordova Businesses Protect Your Business From Water Damage This Spring In Cordova, businesses face a reality where flood preparedness is not just an option—it's a necessity. This region's geographical and climatic conditions put it at a heightened risk for flooding, which can occur with little ... Continue Reading
  • Avoid These 6 DIY Water Damage Restoration Mistakes From malfunctioning plumbing to flooding caused by severe weather, water can get into your Cordova home unannounced, leaving you with a mess to address. The stress of the situation can be so overwhelming that it can cause you to make various mistakes during the water damage ... Continue Reading
  • Common Causes of Commercial Water Damage & What to Do Owning or managing a commercial property is great! It’s fulfilling, allows you to build your dream life, and gives you a purpose, but of course, just as with anything in life, it’s not free from its fair share of problems. One of the most common problems business owners face ... Continue Reading
  • What is the cost to restore water damage? When it comes to water damage costs, the two most important questions are: What is the cost to properly dry the damage? What is the cost of doing nothing and letting it “dry naturally?” Let’s start with question number two. While properly drying the damage will cost money up ... Continue Reading

Weather

  • Five Flood Preparedness Tips for Cordova Businesses Protect Your Business From Water Damage This Spring In Cordova, businesses face a reality where flood preparedness is not just an option—it's a necessity. This region's geographical and climatic conditions put it at a heightened risk for flooding, which can occur with little ... Continue Reading
  • The Importance of Insulating Your Home Prevent Leaks, Mold Growth, and More in Cordova As we navigate seasonal shifts in Cordova, it's crucial to understand the importance of properly insulating your home. Home insulation, as the term suggests, is a vital aspect of any home's construction that ensures your indoor ... Continue Reading
  • Preparing Your Cordova Home for Winter A Comprehensive Checklist for Homeowners in the Mid-South As we transition into the colder months in Cordova, preparing your home for winter becomes a crucial task that shouldn't be overlooked. Winter weather can bring various challenges and risks to your home, including ... Continue Reading
  • Protect Your Cordova Business from Roof Leaks Understand and Mitigate Threats to Your Business Operations Are you a business owner in Cordova? Have you ever experienced a roof leak that disrupted your operations and cost you valuable time and money? If yes, you know how detrimental a roof leak can be to your business. ... Continue Reading

Wildfire

  • Summer Fire Safety Tips to Keep Your Cordova Home Safe As the mercury rises and the scent of sizzling barbecues wafts through the air, the joyous arrival of summer also brings an increased need for vigilance in fire safety. While enjoyable, the season's favorite activities - grilling under the ... Continue Reading

Winter

  • The Importance of Insulating Your Home Prevent Leaks, Mold Growth, and More in Cordova As we navigate seasonal shifts in Cordova, it's crucial to understand the importance of properly insulating your home. Home insulation, as the term suggests, is a vital aspect of any home's construction that ensures your indoor ... Continue Reading
  • Preparing Your Cordova Home for Winter A Comprehensive Checklist for Homeowners in the Mid-South As we transition into the colder months in Cordova, preparing your home for winter becomes a crucial task that shouldn't be overlooked. Winter weather can bring various challenges and risks to your home, including ... Continue Reading
  • Proactively Protect Your Home Against Winter Fires Winter Weather Brings Unique Fire Hazards For better or worse, homeowners rely on special appliances when the weather turns icy. We understand how important it is to say warm and cozy all winter. However, overheating your home or setting up a portable space heater during ... Continue Reading