Blog Posts in Tips and Hints

Some people have a tornado shelter buried in their yard; others have a fortified interior room designed to withstand damaging winds and flying debris in a tornado. Those who live in upper-level apartments or trailer homes need to drive to a shelter for safety during a tornado. Here’s a look at...Continue Reading

As the holidays draw near, you’re gearing up for another festive season with family and friends. If your holiday traditions include burning candles, take care not to put your home or family in danger.

Each year, fire fighters respond to more than 10,600...Continue Reading

Is that really great cheese, or your kid’s smelly socks? Or is it maybe perfectly grilled sockeye salmon, or yesterday’s trash? When it comes to great food – and leftover odors – there is definitely an element of perspective. 

Are you a connoisseur of these stinky foods?...Continue Reading

Of all the different flooring materials you have to choose from, carpet is the most inviting. It feels soft and warm under foot compared to tile, wood or vinyl flooring. Unfortunately, the woven nature of carpet makes it a hot spot for microorganisms, dust and chemicals.

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Has someone in your home ever asked you: “What’s that smell?” Feelings of embarrassment, shame, fear, or even denial usually follow this question. Nobody wants to have a smelly house! After hearing this question, you may open your windows, burn a few candles, or...Continue Reading

Don’t wait for storm damage to happen before taking an up-close and personal look at storm insurance coverage. Before issues resulting from being uninsured or underinsured drain your bank account and your emotions, take a proactive approach to your storm insurance coverage for a faster, easier...Continue Reading

Floods can happen in the blink of an eye. One moment everything is okay, and the next, water is everywhere. The experts at Rainbow Restoration have identified five ticking time bombs that can wreak havoc in your home in a matter of minutes. These...Continue Reading

Water heater failures are one of the top five sources of residential water losses. Since most residential tanks hold 40 to 60 gallons of water, when a malfunction occurs, flood damage becomes a harsh reality...Continue Reading