As the warmer weather begins to heat up and the world is beginning to open back up, many of us want to be with friends and spend time outdoors. With the warmer weather some of the activities bring a new set of risks- follow these quick tips to help you and your family stay safe…
According to the National Fire Protection Association, the leading cause of fires in a home are from the kitchen and these fires can lead to serious property damage and personal injury. Fires only need a few seconds to turn a small flame into an unmanageable situation. Below are some general safety tips that can help…
Have you put off fixing faulty wiring or that blinking light? Perhaps you have been ignoring the overloaded extension cord. It is important to recognize these dangers, as they often cause electrical fires. Electrical fires take place less frequently than other types of fire, but they are more damaging physically and financially. They cause a…
It only takes a few seconds for hot oil or grease to flame up. Grease fires can happen inside your oven or on your stovetop. Believe it or not, cooking causes over 160,000 home structure fires annually, and is considered the number one cause of home fires and home injuries. The question is, do you…
When dealing with the emotional and physical aftermath of a house fire, the last thing you want to deal with is throwing away your great grandmother’s rocking chair because it was damaged by the smoke. The good news is, you don’t have to scrap smoke-damaged furniture; you can often clean it up! But, if you’ve…
Restoring damaged property for more than 40 years, the trusted restoration technicians of Paradise Cleaning are there to meet your needs. Paradise Cleaning is available 24-hours-a-day for help with these disasters: Water Damage Water damage can be caused by: Basement flooding Frozen or broken pipes Storm drain backups Roof leaks Plumbing leaks Ice dams Sump…
Preventing fires is a far better experience than recovery after it takes place. We’ve put together some tips on how you can best prevent and prepare for a fire in the home, no matter the cause. Install Smoke Alarms Smoke alarms are your best early warning system in the event of fire. Install smoke alarms…
The immediate aftermath of a fire is a stressful, emotional time. There are so many things that need to be done right away and forgetting something can often lead to more trouble in the future. Make sure you check these FAQs so you know what to do if you find yourself dealing with fire damage….
You may have noticed that we have a list of “IICRC Certifications” on our website because our staff members carry certifications in Applied Structural Drying, Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration Technician, Odor Control Technician, Water Damage Restoration Technician, Applied Microbial Remediation Technician. Sounds nice, but what does that mean? The Institute of Inspection Cleaning and…
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….