RestoreCore Blog
COVID-19 Disinfection & Sanitization Services
We’re all looking forward to when the days of face masks, social distancing, and exploring disinfection services are behind us, but as coronavirus numbers continue to climb and we learn more about the disease each day, that time may, unfortunately, be a ways off. The...
When Should You Call A Restoration Company?
Do you know when to call a restoration company? The answer may surprise you. Many property managers are under the assumption that they only need to contact a restoration company like RestoreCore in the event of significant property damage, such as following a major...
How to Manage Emergencies For A Property That Is Not Located Nearby
One of the benefits of being a landlord is that you don't have to live on-site in order to do your job well. Some property owners choose to house management staff on-site or close by, but for others, it's simply not feasible. Whether you're the long distance landlord...
The Importance of Renters Insurance in the Event of a Disaster
Today’s headlines seem to carry news of a natural or man-made disaster nearly every day. From hurricanes and flooding to common kitchen fires, these types of incidents significantly affect people all over the country. While it may seem that homeowners and their...
What Are Some Common Signs of Mold?
When water damage occurs, it often leaves some telltale signs. However, with multifamily dwellings, those red flags can be a bit harder to spot. Property managers aren’t in the space full-time, so common signs of mold in an apartment—especially in carpets, which may...
6 Questions to Ask a Restoration Company
Though you may experience building damage from a disaster, whether it’s from smoke, water or something else, there’s always the potential for recovery. But if you’ve never been in this situation before, you might find yourself wondering what questions to ask a...
Fire Prevention at Home and Work
Imagine it is 10pm on a Tuesday and you are standing outside watching flames engulf your home or property as smoke billows into the air. You know that all of your possessions are being destroyed by the flames, and you wish you could do something to make it stop. OR,...
Mold Removal: DIY or Hire a Professional?
Discovering mold inside your home can seem like just an unsightly inconvenience, but just because it's common, doesn't mean it's not a big deal. Mold inside your home is a serious condition. Chances are, you've either seen mold or suspected its hidden presence at some...
Steps to Take If Your Home Floods From a Spring Thaw
Flooding due to weather doesn’t just happen in hurricane-prone areas or during spring rains. Here in the mid-Atlantic region, melting snow can cause big problems. Snowmelt flooding occurs when the temperature rises above the freezing point and the snow on the ground...
Why You Should Hire a Restoration Contractor
If something disastrous has happened to your property, you might be doing research on the benefits of hiring restoration contractors or just going with a general contractor. While both have their own unique benefits, if you’ve...
Project Spotlight: Water Cleanup and Restoration
The RestoreCore team was recently called into a large healthcare facility in a neighboring state to tackle a water restoration that occurred after a pipe burst. An underground pipe leaked water, dirt, and debris into the main building through a mechanical room. The...
Preparing for Colder Temperatures
While warmer weather may still be hanging on, colder temperatures are just around the corner. Now is the time to start preparing your home or property for winter. Fall brings the start of school and the harvest season but it’s also a time for those located in colder...