Everyday Steps — and Extra Steps When Someone Is Sick COVID-19 has us all wondering how hygienic we really were before this all began! This comprehensive household cleaning checklist will help you stay healthy even during a normal flu season. It may be beneficial to schedule a deep clean if you or someone in your…
You head down to the basement and your nose wrinkles because of the musty odor. You wonder if there’s any damage you should know about and worry that your home may be making you sick. These concerns are valid Moisture in your home can cause mold and various health problems, along with damaging everything from…
We’ve had an incredible fall with warmer temperatures, but winter is here. If you haven’t done a chimney cleaning in a while, this is the time to do it! Millions of people across the United States, and here in Rhode Island, use fireplaces and wood-burning heating appliances to keep the family warm during winter months….
So, you found you have a water leak wreaking havoc in your home… and now you’ve got days, if not weeks of work ahead, to try and remedy the situation. Dehumidifiers work by pulling in humid air, and removing that water from it, which helps to pull water out of the affected areas and evaporate…
Whether we like it or not, we’re spending a lot more time at home than usual. So, it’s more important than ever for our homes to be well-maintained and safe for ourselves and our family. One major (often overlooked) issue in homes is air quality. Poor air quality in your home can lead to health…
Mold isn’t always visible—just because you can’t see mold, doesn’t mean it’s not there. However, mold in your home, visible or not, can cause major structural damage and also cause damage to your health. While it can be unnerving not knowing whether or not there is mold in your home, there are a few warning…
Tropical Storm Isaias left many of us without power. Losing power is more than just a nuisance, it can cause food to go bad, close essential businesses like gas stations and grocery stores, and even prevent some from using medical devices. With hurricane season upon us, it’s important to know what to do—and more importantly,…
A flooded home is a devastating disaster. Between damaged valuables and the cost of repair, it’s a stressful and overwhelming process. If you’ve had to evacuate your home due to a flood, there are a number of protocols and procedures you should follow when first returning to your home. With some help from the CDC,…
While it may seem pretty straightforward, not all water damage is the same. In fact, according to the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC), there are three different types of water categories that can each have a different effect on your home. Knowing which type of water damage you have is crucial for…
As Rhode Island begins to reopen and everything returns to business as (kind of) usual, it’s important to keep your employees, customers, and yourself safe by cleaning and disinfecting your commercial property. Whether your business is open to the public or you work in an office with a few employees, here are some tips from…