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  • How to Prevent Mold Growth at Home During Summer Months Simple Ways to Keep Your Home Mold-Free This Summer Summer in Princeton, IL, brings warm temperatures and often high humidity—perfect conditions for mold growth inside your home. While summer is a great time to enjoy outdoor activities, it can also pose challenges for ... Continue Reading

commercial water damage
  • Check For Water Main Leaks: Protecting Your Business From Damage Simple Steps to Safeguard Your Princeton Business From Water Main Leaks Water main leaks may seem like a minor issue at first, but for business owners in Princeton, IL, they can quickly escalate into costly problems. From hidden water damage to disrupted operations, these ... Continue Reading

Cooking Safety Tips
  • Cooking Fires on Thanksgiving? Here's How to Avoid Them 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 Princeton Residents POLAR VORTEX AND FROZEN PIPE TIPS FOR PRINCETON 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
  • What should be on your Tornado Emergency Checklist? 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 Princeton Residents POLAR VORTEX AND FROZEN PIPE TIPS FOR PRINCETON 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
  • What should be on your Tornado Emergency Checklist? 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 Princeton Residents POLAR VORTEX AND FROZEN PIPE TIPS FOR PRINCETON 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 Prevention

  • Candle Safety: Preventing One of the Main Causes of House Fires Candles bring warmth, calm, and charm into a home—especially during the long winters and cozy evenings we experience here in Princeton, IL. Whether it’s the soft glow during a family dinner or the gentle scent of lavender in the living room, candles are a comforting part of ... Continue Reading
  • Holiday Fire Safety for Princeton, 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 Princeton, 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 Princeton Residents POLAR VORTEX AND FROZEN PIPE TIPS FOR PRINCETON 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 Princeton, 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

Mold Detection
  • Why Commercial Buildings in Princeton Need Routine Mold Inspections Before Winter Protect Your Business Property Before Cold Weather Hits Mold is one of those problems that often goes unnoticed—until it’s too late. For commercial property owners in Princeton, IL, scheduling routine mold inspections before the winter months can make all the difference in ... Continue Reading
  • How Does a Mold Inspection Work for Princeton Homes? Mold is one of the most common hidden problems facing Princeton homeowners. With hot, humid summers and cold, damp winters, homes across Bureau County are at constant risk for mold growth. From historic houses near downtown Princeton to rural properties along Bureau Creek, ... Continue Reading

Residential
  • Polar Vortex and Frozen Pipe Tips for Princeton Residents POLAR VORTEX AND FROZEN PIPE TIPS FOR PRINCETON 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
  • Cooking Fires on Thanksgiving? Here's How to Avoid Them 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

Water Damage
  • How to Fix Water Damage in Your Drywall: For Princeton Homeowners Water damage in drywall is more than just an unsightly issue—it’s a warning sign that something more serious could be happening behind your walls. For homeowners in Princeton, IL, understanding how to properly assess, repair, and prevent water damage is essential, especially ... Continue Reading
  • How to Mitigate Water Damage From a Leaking Window A/C Unit When Comfort Turns Costly In Princeton, IL, we know the summers can be hot, sticky, and relentless. With average July highs reaching the mid-80s and the humidity making it feel even hotter, it's no wonder that many Princeton residents turn to window air conditioning (A/C) ... Continue Reading
  • Polar Vortex and Frozen Pipe Tips for Princeton Residents POLAR VORTEX AND FROZEN PIPE TIPS FOR PRINCETON 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 Princeton Residents POLAR VORTEX AND FROZEN PIPE TIPS FOR PRINCETON 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
  • Polar Vortex and Frozen Pipe Tips for Princeton Residents POLAR VORTEX AND FROZEN PIPE TIPS FOR PRINCETON 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