When Michigan’s winter wraps its frosty fingers around your home, it’s not just the cold you need to worry about. The season brings with it a lesser-known but equally formidable foe: ice dams. These icy blockades can lead to significant water damage within your home, causing stress and financial strain. Understanding the dynamics of ice […]
Did you know that your dishwasher and refrigerator, despite being convenient appliances that make everyday life easier, have the potential to cause water damage in your home? While they are extremely efficient and be a solution for food storage or dish cleaning, they do have mechanical structures that can malfunction, creating challenges within your kitchen […]
Winter can be beautiful and fun, but it can also wreak havoc on your home. Snow, sleet, and ice can cause water damage in your home if the proper precautions are not taken to prevent it. Here are some simple ways to help keep your home safe from water damage this winter. 1. Clear off […]
Water damage is a common disaster many homeowners face. Water damage cleanup and restoration should not be left for a later time. There are many ways water damage can occur in your home. Here are some of the most common water damage signs and causes to be on the lookout for. 1. Burst Pipes Pipes […]
Often perceived as a visible inconvenience, water damage can have far-reaching and less evident consequences extending beyond soaked carpets and damaged furniture. While the immediate aftermath of water intrusion may appear manageable, the hidden impact of water damage on a building’s structural integrity can be significant and pose serious threats to safety and property value. […]
Humidity is a common factor in our daily lives, particularly in regions with tropical or subtropical climates. While we often associate water damage with leaks, flooding, or other obvious causes, the impact of high humidity on our homes and possessions is often overlooked. High humidity makes you feel hotter and stickier, and it can cause […]
Water damage can be devastating to your home and possessions, and flooding can cause a big problem. If you experience flooding in your home, you know that there is work ahead to repair the damage and restore everything to how it was before. Here are a few things you should know when it comes to […]
October is the month that the growing season ends across Southeast Michigan, and we need to get ready. While the weather patterns are changing, we homeowners have until October 29th to prepare for the first frost. Take this opportunity to maintain the exterior and even make repairs to avoid water damage when the snow arrives. […]
Leaks in the bathroom can lead to extensive water damage, especially if those leaks go unnoticed or unresolved for extended periods of time. You have to know what to look for to find hidden and overlooked sources of water leaks in the bathroom before they become a serious problem, or you may find yourself in […]
Basements are the most common type of foundation in Michigan homes. In fact, the frost line in Troy and surrounding areas in Michigan, is approximately 42 inches underground, which makes basements an ideal choice for homes in the area. The downside to basements is that they flood more than any other area in the home. […]