December 2018
3 Rules for Safely Dealing with Water Damaged Appliances
Flooding is the number one natural disaster in the United States. In fact, all 50 states have experienced some type of flood in the past five years. There are many causes of floods, but regardless of the cause, they can
3 Common Wildfire Causes and How to Prevent Them
The vast majority of wildfires are caused by humans. The good news is that most of these fires are started by people who likely had no intention of the blaze getting out of control. In fact, you'd be surprised how
November 2018
Getting Ready for Wildfire in Your Area? 6 Ways to Protect Your Home
Over 8 million acres of land in the United States has been burned down by wildfires this year alone. This is not a fact to take lightly, especially if you live in a dry area that's prone to wildfires. If
Don’t Get Blown Away: What to Pack for Hurricane Evacuation
One moment everything is fine, and then you turn on the news and are told that a hurricane will be in your area in a week. Are you prepared for the evacuation process? There is more that goes into packing
How to Make a Home Inventory Spreadsheet for Insurance Purposes
Let's say that you lost all your possessions in a house fire (knock on wood). When you talk to your insurance adjuster, you will need to provide a list of all the items you had, and without a home inventory
October 2018
Decorating on a Budget: 5 Home Decor Budgeting Tips for Restoring Your Home After a Flood
One of the unfortunate side effects of any type of flood is that you have to redecorate your home. What can make it even more difficult is that you simply don't have the financial resources to make everything the way
What To Do After a Fire: 5 Recovery Tips
You take precautions. You have a safety plan in place. No matter how much you prepare, a house fire can still catch you off guard. Everyday things like cooking or smoking are the leading causes of homes going up in
Pet Disaster Management: How to Prepare Your Pets for Natural Disaster
A lot of people have a disaster plan in place if anything goes wrong. You may know what to do with your family or even some of your close friends, but what about your pets? It's estimated that 68% of
September 2018
Which Important Documents Should You Protect From a Natural Disaster?
If the worlds CO2 emissions went down to zero, it would not change the worsening frequency of natural disasters. No matter where you live, fires, hurricanes, tornados, drought, and floods are becoming more prevalent and dangerous. Don't wait until it's
5 Practical Tips for How to Repair Water Damaged Carpeting
If your home has been subject to extensive flooding, you may be panicking about your water damaged carpeting. After all, carpeting isn't cheap! But did you know that water damaged carpeting could also pose major health risks to you and
What Causes Floods? 5 Common Flooding Causes
If you've ever had your toilet overflow, then you understand it takes a while to build back the trust. Going down to the basement for something to find yourself ankle-deep in water is not fun. Floods can cause a lot
What to Do After a House Fire: The Very First Actions You Should Take
If your home succumbs to a fire, though it can feel defeating, know that there's a better future ahead of you. During such a traumatic and confusing time, it's hard to know what steps should be taken next to recover