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  • DIY Mold Removal vs. Professional Mold Remediation in Colorado Springs Mold is everywhere, and despite its drier reputation, Colorado is no exception! In places like Colorado Springs, Aurora, and nearby areas, the combination of humidity from leaks, showers, and other sources, along with common temperature fluctuations, creates the perfect ... Continue Reading

Commercial

  • How Pre-loss Planning Can Protect Your Colorado Springs Business Prepare Your Commercial Property for Disasters of All Kinds In the heart of Colorado Springs, business owners witness the sublime beauty of nature alongside the harrowing potential for chaos that looms with natural disasters. The region is not immune to major catastrophic ... Continue Reading

Disaster Preparedness

  • How Pre-loss Planning Can Protect Your Colorado Springs Business Prepare Your Commercial Property for Disasters of All Kinds In the heart of Colorado Springs, business owners witness the sublime beauty of nature alongside the harrowing potential for chaos that looms with natural disasters. The region is not immune to major catastrophic ... Continue Reading
  • New Year's Resolutions to Protect Your Home from Natural Disasters An Annual Checklist to Help Protect Your Property As the new year approaches, it's the perfect time to make resolutions to safeguard homes from natural disasters. Hurricanes, wildfires, tornadoes, floods, and earthquakes can cause significant destruction and disruption to ... Continue Reading
  • Pro Tips on How to Protect Your Furniture from Damage The Importance of Safeguarding Furniture Furniture is an important part of our homes; it functions as decor and enhances our homes' aesthetic appeal. It is no secret that furniture can be quite an investment, and taking care of it is important to extend their lifespan. ... Continue Reading
  • An Overview of Water Damage & Insurance Coverage Water Emergencies Require Immediate Restoration Efforts According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the number of water main breaks in the US exceeds 200,000 incidents every year. These leaks usually come at a significant – causing extensive water damage and ... Continue Reading

Disaster Prevention Tips

  • How Pre-loss Planning Can Protect Your Colorado Springs Business Prepare Your Commercial Property for Disasters of All Kinds In the heart of Colorado Springs, business owners witness the sublime beauty of nature alongside the harrowing potential for chaos that looms with natural disasters. The region is not immune to major catastrophic ... Continue Reading
  • New Year's Resolutions to Protect Your Home from Natural Disasters An Annual Checklist to Help Protect Your Property As the new year approaches, it's the perfect time to make resolutions to safeguard homes from natural disasters. Hurricanes, wildfires, tornadoes, floods, and earthquakes can cause significant destruction and disruption to ... Continue Reading
  • Proactive Tips to Prevent Water Damage Why Spotting Water Issues Early Is So Imperative Water issues can cause significant property damage if not spotted and fixed promptly. From flooding to plumbing issues, untreated water problems can lead to structural and financial loss. As a property owner, it’s pivotal to ... Continue Reading

Disaster Recovery Tips

  • DIY Mold Removal vs. Professional Mold Remediation in Colorado Springs Mold is everywhere, and despite its drier reputation, Colorado is no exception! In places like Colorado Springs, Aurora, and nearby areas, the combination of humidity from leaks, showers, and other sources, along with common temperature fluctuations, creates the perfect ... Continue Reading
  • The Importance of Tarping and Board-Up Services After Disasters The Importance of Tarping and Board-Up Services After Disasters Reeling from a Natural Disaster? Protection from Additional Damage Is Pivotal Natural disasters, such as hurricanes, floods, and fires, can cause significant damage to homes, buildings, and other structures. The ... Continue Reading
  • Everything You Need to Know About Data Recovery & Electronics Restoration Data & Electronic Damages Can Result from Many Natural Disasters Accidents tend to happen when we least expect them. A power outage, fire, or flood can easily damage our electronics and wipe out information essential to our daily lives. When devices such as phones, ... Continue Reading
  • Emergency Supplies Every Home Should Have Readily Available Don’t Be a Fool: Prepare for Natural Disasters Ahead of Time At ServiceMaster of Colorado Springs, we specialize in disaster restoration. As a result, we are familiar with how integral it is to prepare for a flood, fire, snowstorm, or another emergency. Many scenarios, such ... Continue Reading

Disaster Restoration

  • New Year's Resolutions to Protect Your Home from Natural Disasters An Annual Checklist to Help Protect Your Property As the new year approaches, it's the perfect time to make resolutions to safeguard homes from natural disasters. Hurricanes, wildfires, tornadoes, floods, and earthquakes can cause significant destruction and disruption to ... Continue Reading
  • Pro Tips on How to Protect Your Furniture from Damage The Importance of Safeguarding Furniture Furniture is an important part of our homes; it functions as decor and enhances our homes' aesthetic appeal. It is no secret that furniture can be quite an investment, and taking care of it is important to extend their lifespan. ... Continue Reading
  • The Importance of Tarping and Board-Up Services After Disasters The Importance of Tarping and Board-Up Services After Disasters Reeling from a Natural Disaster? Protection from Additional Damage Is Pivotal Natural disasters, such as hurricanes, floods, and fires, can cause significant damage to homes, buildings, and other structures. The ... Continue Reading
  • How ServiceMaster Technicians Effectively Restore Soft Goods Your One-Stop Solution for Salvaging Damaged Soft Goods Have you ever had a valuable garment you loved, but it got damaged or started to wear over time? Perhaps your childhood stuffed animal endured smoke damage from a fire? Or maybe your favorite pair of shoes were affected ... Continue Reading

Extreme Weather

  • How To Proactively Prevent Residential Flooding The Difference Between Natural & Infrastructural Flooding Residential flooding can be caused by natural and unnatural causes. Natural flooding scenarios include hurricanes, downpours with poor water runoff, snowmelt, ice dams, or flash floods. In such situations, water ... Continue Reading

Fire Damage

  • Pro Tips on How to Protect Your Furniture from Damage The Importance of Safeguarding Furniture Furniture is an important part of our homes; it functions as decor and enhances our homes' aesthetic appeal. It is no secret that furniture can be quite an investment, and taking care of it is important to extend their lifespan. ... Continue Reading
  • 6 Steps to Take After Fire Damage in Colorado Springs What to Do After a House Fire Checklist Fire damage can turn your world upside down in an instant, leaving you feeling stranded and overwhelmed. The magnitude of the destruction can be daunting, and the thought of embarking on the recovery process alone can be enough to send ... Continue Reading

Fire Prevention

  • How to Protect Your Property During Fire Season Fire season is a time property owners brace themselves for, especially in areas vulnerable to wildfires. The heat, the dry weather, and occasional lightning pose a threat and require your attention to keep your property safe. At ServiceMaster of Colorado Springs, we provide ... Continue Reading
  • Tips to Keep Your Home Protected from Holiday Season Fire Hazards Fire Prevention Tips for the Holidays For countless homeowners across the country, the holiday season means redecorating the entire home – both inside and outside. Nothing delivers warmth like the glow of Christmas tree lights and radiant decorations. Unfortunately, these ... Continue Reading

Fire Restoration

  • Pro Tips on How to Protect Your Furniture from Damage The Importance of Safeguarding Furniture Furniture is an important part of our homes; it functions as decor and enhances our homes' aesthetic appeal. It is no secret that furniture can be quite an investment, and taking care of it is important to extend their lifespan. ... Continue Reading
  • How to Protect Your Property During Fire Season Fire season is a time property owners brace themselves for, especially in areas vulnerable to wildfires. The heat, the dry weather, and occasional lightning pose a threat and require your attention to keep your property safe. At ServiceMaster of Colorado Springs, we provide ... Continue Reading
  • 6 Steps to Take After Fire Damage in Colorado Springs What to Do After a House Fire Checklist Fire damage can turn your world upside down in an instant, leaving you feeling stranded and overwhelmed. The magnitude of the destruction can be daunting, and the thought of embarking on the recovery process alone can be enough to send ... Continue Reading
  • The Different Types of Smoke Damage The Serious Health Hazards of Smoke Damage The downsides of smoke damage can continue long after the flames extinguish. Smoke can damage and discolor pretty much any material in your home, including: Metal, glass, & marble Floors, counters, & ceilings Furnishings & fabrics ... Continue Reading

Fire Safety

  • How to Protect Your Property During Fire Season Fire season is a time property owners brace themselves for, especially in areas vulnerable to wildfires. The heat, the dry weather, and occasional lightning pose a threat and require your attention to keep your property safe. At ServiceMaster of Colorado Springs, we provide ... Continue Reading
  • Tips to Keep Your Home Protected from Holiday Season Fire Hazards Fire Prevention Tips for the Holidays For countless homeowners across the country, the holiday season means redecorating the entire home – both inside and outside. Nothing delivers warmth like the glow of Christmas tree lights and radiant decorations. Unfortunately, these ... Continue Reading

Flood Damage

  • DIY Mold Removal vs. Professional Mold Remediation in Colorado Springs Mold is everywhere, and despite its drier reputation, Colorado is no exception! In places like Colorado Springs, Aurora, and nearby areas, the combination of humidity from leaks, showers, and other sources, along with common temperature fluctuations, creates the perfect ... Continue Reading
  • How To Prepare for & Respond to Natural Flooding The Many Kinds of Nature-Based Flooding Two primary types of flooding threaten properties: nature-based flooding and plumbing-based flooding. Today, ServiceMaster of Colorado Springs will discuss scenarios of nature-based flooding. We will also offer safety tips on how to ... Continue Reading
  • How To Proactively Prevent Residential Flooding The Difference Between Natural & Infrastructural Flooding Residential flooding can be caused by natural and unnatural causes. Natural flooding scenarios include hurricanes, downpours with poor water runoff, snowmelt, ice dams, or flash floods. In such situations, water ... Continue Reading
  • The Many Causes & Consequences of Flooding The Continual Intensification of Flooding Events Floods are one of the most common natural disasters – costing billions of dollars in damages every year. The frequency and severity of flooding are accelerating with climate change. As noted by the UNEP, floods have become ... Continue Reading

Frozen Pipes

  • How To Prepare for & Respond to Natural Flooding The Many Kinds of Nature-Based Flooding Two primary types of flooding threaten properties: nature-based flooding and plumbing-based flooding. Today, ServiceMaster of Colorado Springs will discuss scenarios of nature-based flooding. We will also offer safety tips on how to ... Continue Reading
  • How To Proactively Prevent Residential Flooding The Difference Between Natural & Infrastructural Flooding Residential flooding can be caused by natural and unnatural causes. Natural flooding scenarios include hurricanes, downpours with poor water runoff, snowmelt, ice dams, or flash floods. In such situations, water ... Continue Reading

Haording Clean-up

  • 6 Types of Hoarding Our Colorado Springs Professionals Can Assist With Hoarding is a problem that can only be overcome with help. If you or someone you know is struggling with hoarding, there are professionals who can assist. Here are six types of hoarding Colorado Springs restoration and reconstruction professionals can help with. 1. ... Continue Reading

Hoarding

  • 6 Types of Hoarding Our Colorado Springs Professionals Can Assist With Hoarding is a problem that can only be overcome with help. If you or someone you know is struggling with hoarding, there are professionals who can assist. Here are six types of hoarding Colorado Springs restoration and reconstruction professionals can help with. 1. ... Continue Reading

Mold

  • How To Prepare for & Respond to Natural Flooding The Many Kinds of Nature-Based Flooding Two primary types of flooding threaten properties: nature-based flooding and plumbing-based flooding. Today, ServiceMaster of Colorado Springs will discuss scenarios of nature-based flooding. We will also offer safety tips on how to ... Continue Reading
  • Common Water Damage Scenarios During Winter Weather Common Water Damage Scenarios During Winter Weather When winter arrives and the temperatures drop below zero, your home’s vulnerability to water damage multiplies. At ServiceMaster of Colorado Springs, we realize how cold it can get with our frigid climate. These days, the ... Continue Reading
  • 5 Unexpected Reasons for Mold in Your Home No homeowner fancies the idea of mold growing in their family home. Mold growth is a nightmare. You never quite see it coming, and it’s quite tricky to resolve. Left unchecked, mold can take over your indoors and trigger many health problems, from respiratory infections to ... Continue Reading
  • Knowing the Dangers of White Mold 1. What is mold? Mold exists naturally outdoors. The EPA explains it has a critical job to do in nature when it breaks down fallen leaves and dead trees, but mold growing in our homes is not where we want it! We don’t want our houses or our bodies breaking down from mold ... Continue Reading

Odor Removal

  • The Many Benefits of Professional Odor Removal Services The Many Benefits of Professional Odor Removal Services Odor Removal & Restoration Specialists You Can Count On Property owners often come across strange smells from time to time. In certain instances, homeowners might fail to realize indoor odors are likely signs of much ... Continue Reading
  • The Different Types of Smoke Damage The Serious Health Hazards of Smoke Damage The downsides of smoke damage can continue long after the flames extinguish. Smoke can damage and discolor pretty much any material in your home, including: Metal, glass, & marble Floors, counters, & ceilings Furnishings & fabrics ... Continue Reading

Residential

  • DIY Mold Removal vs. Professional Mold Remediation in Colorado Springs Mold is everywhere, and despite its drier reputation, Colorado is no exception! In places like Colorado Springs, Aurora, and nearby areas, the combination of humidity from leaks, showers, and other sources, along with common temperature fluctuations, creates the perfect ... Continue Reading
  • 6 Steps to Take After Fire Damage in Colorado Springs What to Do After a House Fire Checklist Fire damage can turn your world upside down in an instant, leaving you feeling stranded and overwhelmed. The magnitude of the destruction can be daunting, and the thought of embarking on the recovery process alone can be enough to send ... Continue Reading

Roof Leaks

  • Prevent Water Damage by Detecting and Fixing Roof Leaks Quickly Prevent Water Damage By Detecting and Fixing Roof Leaks Quickly Water damage can wreak havoc on your home, causing costly repairs and posing health risks if left unchecked. From burst pipes to leaky roofs, there are various sources of water damage that homeowners need to be ... Continue Reading

Water Damage

  • DIY Mold Removal vs. Professional Mold Remediation in Colorado Springs Mold is everywhere, and despite its drier reputation, Colorado is no exception! In places like Colorado Springs, Aurora, and nearby areas, the combination of humidity from leaks, showers, and other sources, along with common temperature fluctuations, creates the perfect ... Continue Reading
  • Prevent Water Damage by Detecting and Fixing Roof Leaks Quickly Prevent Water Damage By Detecting and Fixing Roof Leaks Quickly Water damage can wreak havoc on your home, causing costly repairs and posing health risks if left unchecked. From burst pipes to leaky roofs, there are various sources of water damage that homeowners need to be ... Continue Reading
  • Pro Tips on How to Protect Your Furniture from Damage The Importance of Safeguarding Furniture Furniture is an important part of our homes; it functions as decor and enhances our homes' aesthetic appeal. It is no secret that furniture can be quite an investment, and taking care of it is important to extend their lifespan. ... Continue Reading
  • Restoring Water-Damaged Electronics: Tips & Techniques for Salvaging Appliances Recommendations for Electronic Restoration It's common to see people holding wet smartphones in rice, hoping to revive them after being submerged or splashed with water. While this may work occasionally, it's not always the best approach to restore water-damaged electronics. ... Continue Reading

Water Mitigation

  • Pro Tips on How to Protect Your Furniture from Damage The Importance of Safeguarding Furniture Furniture is an important part of our homes; it functions as decor and enhances our homes' aesthetic appeal. It is no secret that furniture can be quite an investment, and taking care of it is important to extend their lifespan. ... Continue Reading
  • Proactive Tips to Prevent Water Damage Why Spotting Water Issues Early Is So Imperative Water issues can cause significant property damage if not spotted and fixed promptly. From flooding to plumbing issues, untreated water problems can lead to structural and financial loss. As a property owner, it’s pivotal to ... Continue Reading
  • How To Prepare for & Respond to Natural Flooding The Many Kinds of Nature-Based Flooding Two primary types of flooding threaten properties: nature-based flooding and plumbing-based flooding. Today, ServiceMaster of Colorado Springs will discuss scenarios of nature-based flooding. We will also offer safety tips on how to ... Continue Reading
  • How To Proactively Prevent Residential Flooding The Difference Between Natural & Infrastructural Flooding Residential flooding can be caused by natural and unnatural causes. Natural flooding scenarios include hurricanes, downpours with poor water runoff, snowmelt, ice dams, or flash floods. In such situations, water ... Continue Reading

Water Restoration

  • DIY Mold Removal vs. Professional Mold Remediation in Colorado Springs Mold is everywhere, and despite its drier reputation, Colorado is no exception! In places like Colorado Springs, Aurora, and nearby areas, the combination of humidity from leaks, showers, and other sources, along with common temperature fluctuations, creates the perfect ... Continue Reading
  • Pro Tips on How to Protect Your Furniture from Damage The Importance of Safeguarding Furniture Furniture is an important part of our homes; it functions as decor and enhances our homes' aesthetic appeal. It is no secret that furniture can be quite an investment, and taking care of it is important to extend their lifespan. ... Continue Reading
  • Restoring Water-Damaged Electronics: Tips & Techniques for Salvaging Appliances Recommendations for Electronic Restoration It's common to see people holding wet smartphones in rice, hoping to revive them after being submerged or splashed with water. While this may work occasionally, it's not always the best approach to restore water-damaged electronics. ... Continue Reading
  • An Overview of Water Damage & Insurance Coverage Water Emergencies Require Immediate Restoration Efforts According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the number of water main breaks in the US exceeds 200,000 incidents every year. These leaks usually come at a significant – causing extensive water damage and ... Continue Reading

Weather

  • How To Prepare for & Respond to Natural Flooding The Many Kinds of Nature-Based Flooding Two primary types of flooding threaten properties: nature-based flooding and plumbing-based flooding. Today, ServiceMaster of Colorado Springs will discuss scenarios of nature-based flooding. We will also offer safety tips on how to ... Continue Reading