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Commercial
  • El Niño and La Niña: How to Limit Damage El NIÑO AND LA NIÑA: HOW TO LIMIT DAMAGE Temperature. Precipitation. Humidity. All these conditions can be significantly impacted by the climate patterns of El Niño and La Niña. But what are these patterns, and what do they mean for you? El Niño and La Niña are the warm and ... Continue Reading

Cooking Safety Tips
  • Common Thanksgiving Cooking Hazards and 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
  • Spring 2022 weather outlook: What can Charlotte residents expect? The year 2022 may have started with winter storms impacting North Carolina residents three weekends in a row, but don’t expect the snow or cold to last much longer. As spring weather comes into Charlotte and Stallings, NC, the chance for severe storms will increase -- and ... Continue Reading
  • Water Leak Prevention for Charlotte Residents When you hear the words “water event,” do you think of flooded rivers, rainstorms and Mother Nature? Or do you consider broken water tanks, burst pipes and overflowing toilets? Each day, an estimated 14,000 people in the U.S. experience a water damage emergency at home or ... Continue Reading

Disaster Prevention Tips
  • Water Leak Prevention for Charlotte Residents When you hear the words “water event,” do you think of flooded rivers, rainstorms and Mother Nature? Or do you consider broken water tanks, burst pipes and overflowing toilets? Each day, an estimated 14,000 people in the U.S. experience a water damage emergency at home or ... Continue Reading

Disaster Recovery Tips
  • Flood Damage Recovery: A 4-Step Guide Torrential rain, flooding and tornadoes. We talk of these things often when it comes to severe weather and how to prepare against it. But what about when, despite all your best efforts, you can’t prevent a storm from wreaking havoc on your home? Or when water enters your ... Continue Reading
  • El Niño and La Niña: How to Limit Damage El NIÑO AND LA NIÑA: HOW TO LIMIT DAMAGE Temperature. Precipitation. Humidity. All these conditions can be significantly impacted by the climate patterns of El Niño and La Niña. But what are these patterns, and what do they mean for you? El Niño and La Niña are the warm and ... Continue Reading
  • Preparing for a Power Outage Preparing for a Power Outage With the recent storm activity, the risk for power outages occurring is high. We want you to be prepared should your power go out for an extended period of time. Depending on the severity of the storm, you will need to consider the extent that ... Continue Reading

Disaster Restoration
  • Flood Damage Recovery: A 4-Step Guide Torrential rain, flooding and tornadoes. We talk of these things often when it comes to severe weather and how to prepare against it. But what about when, despite all your best efforts, you can’t prevent a storm from wreaking havoc on your home? Or when water enters your ... Continue Reading

Extreme Weather
  • Flood Damage Recovery: A 4-Step Guide Torrential rain, flooding and tornadoes. We talk of these things often when it comes to severe weather and how to prepare against it. But what about when, despite all your best efforts, you can’t prevent a storm from wreaking havoc on your home? Or when water enters your ... Continue Reading
  • Spring 2022 weather outlook: What can Charlotte residents expect? The year 2022 may have started with winter storms impacting North Carolina residents three weekends in a row, but don’t expect the snow or cold to last much longer. As spring weather comes into Charlotte and Stallings, NC, the chance for severe storms will increase -- and ... Continue Reading
  • El Niño and La Niña: How to Limit Damage El NIÑO AND LA NIÑA: HOW TO LIMIT DAMAGE Temperature. Precipitation. Humidity. All these conditions can be significantly impacted by the climate patterns of El Niño and La Niña. But what are these patterns, and what do they mean for you? El Niño and La Niña are the warm and ... Continue Reading

Fire Damage
  • After a House Fire After experiencing a house fire you may feel devastated and unsure of what to do. This is completely normal as this is a very overwhelming and stressful situation. We want to help make things as easy as possible for you. Here are five steps to take after a house fire to get ... Continue Reading

Fire Prevention

  • Holiday Fire Safety for Charlotte, NC 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
  • How to Prevent a Dryer Fire Laundry is one chore that is in everyone’s weekly routine. Washing, drying, and folding clothes are what we do without even thinking twice. However, did you know that dryers are one of the leading causes of home fires? Even worse, dryer fires are most likely to occur in the ... Continue Reading
  • Fire Hazards Of Hoarding Do you or someone you know have an excessive amount of clutter in your home? Not only is clutter unsightly, but it can also be very dangerous. Hoarding is defined as the compulsive need to purchase or acquire items from various sources and keep them even when they are no ... Continue Reading
  • 6 Unexpected Fire Hazards in Your Home Many people are aware of the common fire hazards that can take place in a home such as unattended candles or a stove being left on. However, what about the fire hazards in homes that are not as predictable? Not being aware of these can create huge safety issues. Here are six ... Continue Reading

Fire Restoration
  • After a House Fire After experiencing a house fire you may feel devastated and unsure of what to do. This is completely normal as this is a very overwhelming and stressful situation. We want to help make things as easy as possible for you. Here are five steps to take after a house fire to get ... Continue Reading

Fire Safety
  • Holiday Fire Safety for Charlotte, NC 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
  • Bonfire Safety It’s that time again, fall is officially here. Time for crisp air, changing leaves, hot chocolate and bonfires. A good bonfire is such a fun way for friends and family to get together and enjoy a nice fall evening. Whether your roasting marshmallows or just enjoying the glow ... Continue Reading
  • Pet Fire Safety According to the American Fire Administration, 500,000 pets are affected by house fires every year. Unfortunately, some of these accidents are even caused by the homeowner’s pets. By taking some simple precautions you can keep your pets safe from a dangerous fire. Here are ... Continue Reading
  • Outdoor Fire Pits and Safety Who doesn’t love the beginning of fall? The cool crisp air, the leaves changing colors, roasting s’mores, haystacks, and the smoky smell of outdoor fires. Fall is a wonderful time of the year that many look forward to. Outdoor fire pits are a great way to bring people ... Continue Reading

Flood Damage
  • Flood Damage Recovery: A 4-Step Guide Torrential rain, flooding and tornadoes. We talk of these things often when it comes to severe weather and how to prepare against it. But what about when, despite all your best efforts, you can’t prevent a storm from wreaking havoc on your home? Or when water enters your ... Continue Reading
  • El Niño and La Niña: How to Limit Damage El NIÑO AND LA NIÑA: HOW TO LIMIT DAMAGE Temperature. Precipitation. Humidity. All these conditions can be significantly impacted by the climate patterns of El Niño and La Niña. But what are these patterns, and what do they mean for you? El Niño and La Niña are the warm and ... Continue Reading

Holiday
  • Holiday Fire Safety for Charlotte, NC 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
  • Why You Should NOT Use Bleach to Kill Mold Mold is an issue that every homeowner wants to avoid. Not only can it be dangerous to your health but it can be costly to get rid of. You may wonder if you can do the remediation yourself and if so, what cleaners you should use. If you scour the internet, one of the first ... Continue Reading
  • How to Prevent Mold On the Exterior of Your Home Mold on the siding of your home not only looks bad but it can actually be bad for your health and cause damage to your home. Even though it is outside, don’t assume it is harmless. Mold usually grows on the sides of your home that are not exposed to a lot of sunlight. Dirt, ... Continue Reading
  • 5 Signs of Mold in Your Home Is mold hiding in your home? Could you have a possible mold problem and not even know? Not one person would wish this nasty fungus in their home, unfortunately, sometimes mold in your home cannot be seen or easily found. Sadly, mold can grow in places that are hidden. Areas ... Continue Reading
  • Prevent Mold in Your Bathroom Prevent Mold in Your Bathroom Your bathroom is the perfect breeding ground for mold to grow. A room that holds moisture and heat, it provides just the right conditions. Simply taking a shower or bath creates moisture for mold to thrive in. Fortunately we can help you to ... Continue Reading

Odor Removal
  • How to Remove Cooking Odors From Your Home The kitchen is the heart of the home and where most of the cooking goes on. Some foods that you cook, although delicious, can leave a lingering odor in your home. It can be difficult to get rid of cooking smells. Here are some simple tips to help you get rid of some of these ... Continue Reading

Residential
  • Flood Damage Recovery: A 4-Step Guide Torrential rain, flooding and tornadoes. We talk of these things often when it comes to severe weather and how to prepare against it. But what about when, despite all your best efforts, you can’t prevent a storm from wreaking havoc on your home? Or when water enters your ... Continue Reading
  • Spring 2022 weather outlook: What can Charlotte residents expect? The year 2022 may have started with winter storms impacting North Carolina residents three weekends in a row, but don’t expect the snow or cold to last much longer. As spring weather comes into Charlotte and Stallings, NC, the chance for severe storms will increase -- and ... Continue Reading
  • Water Leak Prevention for Charlotte Residents When you hear the words “water event,” do you think of flooded rivers, rainstorms and Mother Nature? Or do you consider broken water tanks, burst pipes and overflowing toilets? Each day, an estimated 14,000 people in the U.S. experience a water damage emergency at home or ... Continue Reading
  • El Niño and La Niña: How to Limit Damage El NIÑO AND LA NIÑA: HOW TO LIMIT DAMAGE Temperature. Precipitation. Humidity. All these conditions can be significantly impacted by the climate patterns of El Niño and La Niña. But what are these patterns, and what do they mean for you? El Niño and La Niña are the warm and ... Continue Reading

Storm Damage
  • How to Protect Your Home From Charlotte, NC Weather: Smart Prep Tips for Homeowners In Charlotte, NC, you’ll find charming neighborhoods, mouthwatering BBQ, and Southern hospitality that’s always on point. But let’s not forget about our wild weather! From sweltering, sticky summers to pop-up thunderstorms and the occasional hurricane, the weather in ... Continue Reading

Water Damage
  • Water Leak Prevention for Charlotte Residents When you hear the words “water event,” do you think of flooded rivers, rainstorms and Mother Nature? Or do you consider broken water tanks, burst pipes and overflowing toilets? Each day, an estimated 14,000 people in the U.S. experience a water damage emergency at home or ... Continue Reading
  • El Niño and La Niña: How to Limit Damage El NIÑO AND LA NIÑA: HOW TO LIMIT DAMAGE Temperature. Precipitation. Humidity. All these conditions can be significantly impacted by the climate patterns of El Niño and La Niña. But what are these patterns, and what do they mean for you? El Niño and La Niña are the warm and ... Continue Reading
  • Your Insurance Plan & Water Damage Water Damage & Insurance: What’s Not Covered? Many homeowners are left uncovered when it comes to certain water damage disasters that happen on their property. At ServiceMaster Quality Restoration, our mission is to inform you and give you the resources to protect your ... Continue Reading
  • I Had a Water Loss, Now What? Has water damage affected your life? Are you suddenly faced with a mess in your home, due to a water loss? Water damage is one of the most common homeowner’s insurance claims made. Burst pipes, appliance malfunctions and plumbing leaks are just some of the causes that can ... Continue Reading

Water Mitigation
  • Water Leak Prevention for Charlotte Residents When you hear the words “water event,” do you think of flooded rivers, rainstorms and Mother Nature? Or do you consider broken water tanks, burst pipes and overflowing toilets? Each day, an estimated 14,000 people in the U.S. experience a water damage emergency at home or ... Continue Reading
  • Plumbing 911 There are many types of plumbing issues that a homeowner can experience. No matter if your issue is small or large, we want you to be prepared. One of the biggest problems when it comes to problems with plumbing is that it can cause water damage in your home. Let's discuss ... Continue Reading
  • I Had a Water Loss, Now What? Has water damage affected your life? Are you suddenly faced with a mess in your home, due to a water loss? Water damage is one of the most common homeowner’s insurance claims made. Burst pipes, appliance malfunctions and plumbing leaks are just some of the causes that can ... Continue Reading
  • How You Can Help During Water Damage Clean Up Have you experienced water damage in your home? As a homeowner, there are certain things you can do to help the water mitigation process go smoothly. You, your water mitigation company, and your insurance adjuster are a team. As a team, you are working together to accomplish ... Continue Reading

Weather
  • Spring 2022 weather outlook: What can Charlotte residents expect? The year 2022 may have started with winter storms impacting North Carolina residents three weekends in a row, but don’t expect the snow or cold to last much longer. As spring weather comes into Charlotte and Stallings, NC, the chance for severe storms will increase -- and ... Continue Reading
  • El Niño and La Niña: How to Limit Damage El NIÑO AND LA NIÑA: HOW TO LIMIT DAMAGE Temperature. Precipitation. Humidity. All these conditions can be significantly impacted by the climate patterns of El Niño and La Niña. But what are these patterns, and what do they mean for you? El Niño and La Niña are the warm and ... Continue Reading