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  • Signs of Hidden Water Damage in Commercial Buildings: What to Watch For Water damage is more than meets the eye. Water intrusion can cause damage that is not always obvious or visible to the naked eye. At times, commercial buildings can suffer from small leaks or moisture intrusions that can evolve into costly repairs, old infestations, or even ... Continue Reading

commercial fire damage
  • Commercial Fire and Smoke Damage Repair in Champaign: A Business Owner’s Guide A fire can be one of the most traumatic events a business may face. Whether it's caused by electrical faults, cooking equipment, or human error, commercial fires can halt operations, damage infrastructure, and severely impact your ability to serve customers. For business ... Continue Reading

commercial water damage
  • Leaking A/C Units: Huge Source of Water Damage for Businesses What Local Business Owners Need to Know to Stay Dry and Operational Air conditioning is essential for maintaining a comfortable, productive commercial space—especially during Champaign’s hot and humid summers. But when your A/C unit starts to leak, it can cause more than ... Continue Reading
  • How Water Damage Can Disrupt Your Business—and How to Recover Quickly Protect Your Business from Setbacks with Smart Recovery Planning Water damage is more than just a nuisance—it can halt operations, destroy assets, and cost your business valuable time and money. For business owners in Champaign, IL, knowing how to respond quickly and ... Continue Reading
  • Preventing Water Damage in Your Business: Maintenance Tips for Property Owners Water damage can be one of the most disruptive and costly disasters for businesses in Champaign, Illinois. Beyond the immediate impact on property, it often leads to operational downtime, expensive repairs, and potential loss of revenue. Given Champaign's unpredictable ... Continue Reading

Cooking Safety Tips
  • Fire-Free Thanksgiving: Essential Kitchen Safety Tips According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Thanksgiving is the leading day for home cooking fires. In fact, in 2019, U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated 1,400 home cooking fires on Thanksgiving. With proper planning and a cautious eye, families ... Continue Reading

Disaster Preparedness
  • Polar Vortex and Frozen Pipe Tips for Champaign Residents POLAR VORTEX AND FROZEN PIPE TIPS FOR CHAMPAIGN RESIDENTS What is the Polar Vortex? According to the Farmer’s Almanac, we can expect the winter to be “one of the longest and coldest that we’ve seen in years”. Extreme cold weather has plagued the country the past few years, ... Continue Reading

Disaster Prevention Tips
  • Tornado Safety Checklist: Protecting Your Family WHAT SHOULD BE ON YOUR TORNADO CHECKLIST? According to our Spring Outlook, there is a potential for 1,200+ tornadoes this tornado season. Tornadoes can form quickly and can be unpredictable. When a severe storm occurs, you may not have much time to prepare your family for a ... Continue Reading
  • Ice Dam Prevention for Champaign Residents ICE DAM PREVENTION FOR CHAMPAIGN RESIDENTS Although seeing icicles forming on your house can make a picturesque sight in winter, it actually is a warning sign that a disaster could occur. Icicles are a tell-tale sign that your property has an ice dam, but what does that ... Continue Reading
  • Polar Vortex and Frozen Pipe Tips for Champaign Residents POLAR VORTEX AND FROZEN PIPE TIPS FOR CHAMPAIGN RESIDENTS What is the Polar Vortex? According to the Farmer’s Almanac, we can expect the winter to be “one of the longest and coldest that we’ve seen in years”. Extreme cold weather has plagued the country the past few years, ... Continue Reading

Extreme Weather
  • Tornado Safety Checklist: Protecting Your Family WHAT SHOULD BE ON YOUR TORNADO CHECKLIST? According to our Spring Outlook, there is a potential for 1,200+ tornadoes this tornado season. Tornadoes can form quickly and can be unpredictable. When a severe storm occurs, you may not have much time to prepare your family for a ... Continue Reading
  • Polar Vortex and Frozen Pipe Tips for Champaign Residents POLAR VORTEX AND FROZEN PIPE TIPS FOR CHAMPAIGN RESIDENTS What is the Polar Vortex? According to the Farmer’s Almanac, we can expect the winter to be “one of the longest and coldest that we’ve seen in years”. Extreme cold weather has plagued the country the past few years, ... Continue Reading

Fire Damage
  • How Restoration Works in a Champaign, IL Fire-Damaged Home When a fire strikes your home, the aftermath can feel overwhelming. From the emotional distress to the physical damage, knowing where to begin can be challenging. If you're a homeowner in Champaign, IL facing fire damage, understanding the restoration process can help you ... Continue Reading

Fire Prevention

  • Holiday Fire Safety for Champaign, IL Residents According to the National Fire Protection Association, U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 160 home fires that started with Christmas trees per year between 2015-2019. These fires caused multiple injuries and approximately $10 million in direct property damage ... Continue Reading

Fire Safety
  • Holiday Fire Safety for Champaign, IL Residents According to the National Fire Protection Association, U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 160 home fires that started with Christmas trees per year between 2015-2019. These fires caused multiple injuries and approximately $10 million in direct property damage ... Continue Reading

Frozen Pipes
  • Polar Vortex and Frozen Pipe Tips for Champaign Residents POLAR VORTEX AND FROZEN PIPE TIPS FOR CHAMPAIGN RESIDENTS What is the Polar Vortex? According to the Farmer’s Almanac, we can expect the winter to be “one of the longest and coldest that we’ve seen in years”. Extreme cold weather has plagued the country the past few years, ... Continue Reading

Holiday
  • Holiday Fire Safety for Champaign, IL Residents According to the National Fire Protection Association, U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 160 home fires that started with Christmas trees per year between 2015-2019. These fires caused multiple injuries and approximately $10 million in direct property damage ... Continue Reading

Residential
  • Polar Vortex and Frozen Pipe Tips for Champaign Residents POLAR VORTEX AND FROZEN PIPE TIPS FOR CHAMPAIGN RESIDENTS What is the Polar Vortex? According to the Farmer’s Almanac, we can expect the winter to be “one of the longest and coldest that we’ve seen in years”. Extreme cold weather has plagued the country the past few years, ... Continue Reading
  • Fire-Free Thanksgiving: Essential Kitchen Safety Tips According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Thanksgiving is the leading day for home cooking fires. In fact, in 2019, U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated 1,400 home cooking fires on Thanksgiving. With proper planning and a cautious eye, families ... Continue Reading

Vandalism
  • Dealing with Vandalism in Champaign: Fast Graffiti Cleanup Protects Property Value Keeping your commercial property in top condition is challenging enough without having to deal with vandalism. Unfortunately, graffiti can strike at any time, leaving property owners in Champaign, IL, facing unsightly walls, safety concerns, and potential financial loss. ... Continue Reading

Water Damage
  • Ice Dam Prevention for Champaign Residents ICE DAM PREVENTION FOR CHAMPAIGN RESIDENTS Although seeing icicles forming on your house can make a picturesque sight in winter, it actually is a warning sign that a disaster could occur. Icicles are a tell-tale sign that your property has an ice dam, but what does that ... Continue Reading
  • Polar Vortex and Frozen Pipe Tips for Champaign Residents POLAR VORTEX AND FROZEN PIPE TIPS FOR CHAMPAIGN RESIDENTS What is the Polar Vortex? According to the Farmer’s Almanac, we can expect the winter to be “one of the longest and coldest that we’ve seen in years”. Extreme cold weather has plagued the country the past few years, ... Continue Reading

Water Mitigation
  • Polar Vortex and Frozen Pipe Tips for Champaign Residents POLAR VORTEX AND FROZEN PIPE TIPS FOR CHAMPAIGN RESIDENTS What is the Polar Vortex? According to the Farmer’s Almanac, we can expect the winter to be “one of the longest and coldest that we’ve seen in years”. Extreme cold weather has plagued the country the past few years, ... Continue Reading

Weather
  • Are Champaign Residents Ready for Spring Weather? ARE CHAMPAIGN RESIDENTS READY FOR SPRING WEATHER? Every state has experienced various degrees of winter weather this season. The West Coast dealt with storms very early on and the Southeast had an onslaught of ice storms. Meteorological Spring is March 1st, but there is ... Continue Reading

Winter
  • Ice Dam Prevention for Champaign Residents ICE DAM PREVENTION FOR CHAMPAIGN RESIDENTS Although seeing icicles forming on your house can make a picturesque sight in winter, it actually is a warning sign that a disaster could occur. Icicles are a tell-tale sign that your property has an ice dam, but what does that ... Continue Reading
  • Polar Vortex and Frozen Pipe Tips for Champaign Residents POLAR VORTEX AND FROZEN PIPE TIPS FOR CHAMPAIGN RESIDENTS What is the Polar Vortex? According to the Farmer’s Almanac, we can expect the winter to be “one of the longest and coldest that we’ve seen in years”. Extreme cold weather has plagued the country the past few years, ... Continue Reading

Winter Weather
  • How to Winterize Your Champaign Home Before the First Freeze Essential Winter Prep Tips for Champaign Homeowners Winter in Champaign, IL, can bring freezing temperatures, heavy snowfall, and icy conditions that put your home at risk. From frozen pipes to roof damage and rising energy bills, the cold season presents challenges for ... Continue Reading