Water Damage Restoration

ATLANTA , Aug. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Speed of Need Cleaning, an air duct cleaning company that serves a number of locations across Georgia , is working hard to provide homeowners with peace of mind. The company's air duct cleaning services, says owner Torey Okonta , are the perfect way to give families additional peace of mind in the midst of difficult times. Okonta notes that "with the help of Speed of Need Cleaning, you can enjoy better indoor air quality, improved energy efficiency, a healthier home, reduced allergens, lower utility bills, and decreased pests. Our air duct cleaning services can even help to eliminate unpleasant odors around your home." With a focus on cleaning air ducts, the goal is to create air that is purer and cleaner with less allergens present in the air. In this day and age, with an increased awareness of germs, many homeowners see the benefit of allowing air to flow more freely throughout the ducts in their home without worrying about...

When you or I approach a building, what do we see? A structure, probably an older one if around here, with a door, some windows, steps and, what else? Well, if you're Stuart Harris, you see that building's entire 200-year history, every modification ever inflicted upon it and even what someone was thinking when they made that change. You might remember my talking about Mr. Harris last summer when I was missing Ashfield's long-dead curfew bell. I asked him about fixing it and he replied that he had a lot to do in a day, and repairing that bell wasn't on the list. The bell was restored by another local prodigy, Christopher Gray, just in time to be run over by Stuart's updated list. Every 40 years or so, Stuart wakes up to find "Fix Town Hall Steeple" on his to-do list as water, bugs and time itself catch up with the antique tower and undermine its sturdiness, calling out for one man and his crew to come and round it back into shape. That's where I found ...

Some McLean County residents are cleaning out flooded basements again after another round of heavy rains on Sunday. For some McLean County residents, lightning can strike twice. Angie Thomas lives in the Franklin Park neighborhood northeast of downtown Bloomington. Thomas said she and friends needed weeks to remove over 3 feet of water and sewage from her basement, following heavy rains in late June. Now, she has about 5 inches of water and sewage on her basement floor from Sunday's storms. "It never got back to normal because now every time it seems to rain, I keep getting sewage backed up into my basement," Thomas said. "(I'm) starting to feel a little defeated." Thomas said she had to replace two new furnaces and a water heater after the June storm, adding water restoration companies she called then told her she'd be on a waiting list until September. Jake Tucker is president of Servpro in Bloomington and Pontiac. Tucker said Sunday's storms weren...

[unable to retrieve full-text content] Afield: A major stream habitat project is underway in Centre County. Here's what to know    Centre Daily Times

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[unable to retrieve full-text content] Around the House: If you can't see mold, it's likely not a problem    Colorado Springs Gazette

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Solved! Why There Is Mold on the Window Sill and What to Do About It It's not uncommon to find mold on a window sill, but it's still a problem that needs to be addressed sooner rather than later. Banish unwanted buildup before it becomes a more significant issue. Photo: istockphoto.com Q: Lately, I've noticed mold on my window sills. I wipe it away, but it still keeps coming back. Is this a big deal? What's the best way to treat this problem? A: Mold can be more than a household hassle: It can cause damage to a home and pose a health risk to sensitive populations and compromise a home's air quality. The best way to treat mold on window sills is to eliminate the wet or humid conditions causing the growth. Before tackling this issue, identify whether you're dealing with mold or mildew, as the two share similarities and should be treated differently. For mold growth, you'll first need to identify the source of the problem by c...

Paid sponsored content Water and fire damage are two of the most common potential hazards to your home or business. Fire or water can cause thousands of dollars worth of damage in a matter of seconds, and it can all be completely unexpected. We're going to take you through the best water and fire damage restoration services in the Chicago area. These companies can take action to get the situation under control before it gets worse. Top Water and Fire Damage Restoration Companies in Chicago, IL: 1. Courtesy Restor...