Beyond the Basics: How National Preparedness Month Can Shape a Resilient Business Strategy
September’s National Preparedness Month is a great reminder for individuals, families, and businesses to ensure they’re ready for emergencies. But beyond the essential steps like creating a disaster plan or stocking up on supplies, there’s a deeper layer to preparedness that businesses can leverage to build a more resilient, responsive, and ultimately more successful operation. […]
Preparing Your Property for the 2024 Hurricane Season
As we approach the 2024 hurricane season, forecasts predict an above-normal level of activity across the Mid-Atlantic (click here for the full NOAA report). This means more storms, stronger winds, and an increased risk of damage to properties. While these predictions might seem daunting, proactive planning can significantly reduce the impact on your property and […]
Winter Disasters: How Property Management Teams Can Prepare
Attention Property and Maintenance Managers: Winter, with its serene snowscapes, also ushers in potential challenges for buildings and properties that can result in large winter disasters. Hoping to avoid another frozen pipe situation on your property? Want to get ready for the inevitable snow heading our way this season? This guide outlines key winter-related concerns […]
Why Did FEMA earmark September as National Preparedness Month?
Ever heard of National Preparedness Month? It’s a special time every year in September when we focus on getting ready for all kinds of emergencies. But where did it come from, and why is it so important? Let’s take a closer look. Who Started National Preparedness Month and how? There’s a government organization called FEMA […]
5 Things You Should Know About The Insurance Claim Process
Have you just experienced a water loss at your home or property, and don’t know where to begin? Intimidated by the insurance claim process? You are not alone! Specializing in emergency services and complete restoration, we work on a thousand insurance claims often. What we usually see is that most property managers do not know […]
Fundamentals on how to avoid and respond to mold growth
Let’s start with a riddle: What is something that already exists everywhere in our natural world, but no one wants to EVER find in their property or home? If you guessed MOLD – you guessed correctly. Mold is a naturally occurring fungi that grows on organic material. In order to grow, mold needs food sources, […]
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 of an individual property, or you are […]
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 property are affected by these tragic events more often, the reality is that […]
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 restoration company in order to make sure your expectations are met. That’s where […]
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 point and undoubtedly asked yourself how to remedy the situation […]
