Water Damage Restoration

The scaffolding is going up around the iconic black-and-white lighthouse at Cape Hatteras on North Carolina's Outer Banks. It's part of a major restoration project that's been in planning stages for a decade. What You Need To Know  The National Park Service began a project to restore the Cape Hatteras lighthouse on North Carolina's Outer Banks  The restoration will include repairing the masonry, replacing the beacon with a new replica and a new paint job for the iconic lighthouse  The project will cost more than $19 million and is expected to take 18 months  The Park Service plans to open the lighthouse to visitors again in summer 2026 The sand, salt and wind have taken their toll on the lighthouse, corroding metal elements and wearing down brick and mortar. The $19-million restoration project is expected to take 18 months to finish, according to the National Park Service. Park officials said visitors...

To determine the best water damage restoration companies ranking, the Forbes Home editorial team analyzed six top companies, with each company's rating determined by evaluating a variety of metrics, including: Company Years in Business (8%) A company's years in business represent its experience and trustworthiness. Tried-and-true services become established and succeed through their exceptional customer satisfaction and ability to secure new business. Price and Warranty (10%) When analyzing the overall cost, we obtained quotes for water damage and mold damage for each company. Our top five best water damage restoration services each had comparable prices for these services. Warranties for services rendered were considered as well, where available. Emergency Response and Certifications (24%) The highest percentage of consideration went to each company's emergency response time and certifications. The urgency of a company's response time can make or break a wa...

If you've ever dealt with mold in your home, you know the considerable challenges it poses: It's unsightly, can grow on almost any surface, is hard to get rid of, and can pose major health risks. While the best way to keep mold out of your house is to take necessary preventative measures, like keeping humidity levels low and cleaning regularly, sometimes it's inevitable. If you've noticed areas of your home that have accumulated mold, it's important to get rid of the damage before it gets out of control. Here, experts explain best practices to avoid mold growth—and how to get rid of it if it's currently inside your home. PeopleImages / GETTY IMAGES Types of Mold There are a few common types of mold you may find growing in your home. Cladosporium : A very common type of mold that is often blackish-brown to gray-green in color, Cladosporium grows both indoors and outdoors. Indoors it may grow as fungi on dead plants...

SAN DIEGO – Flood restoration companies in the region have been inundated with calls and emails, to the point Quality Restorations says they have countless people just waiting in a queue for a call back. Owners say every piece of equipment this company has is being used until they can rotate them to the next job and they're having to prioritize calls by severity. A heavy concentration of calls are in Southeast San Diego, but FOX 5 followed a crew in Point Loma Tuesday checking out a home that also flooded entirely. "For a flood company, it's Christmas, but for the people involved in it, it's just some thing we have never seen in San Diego," said Jeff Roulan, owner of One Call Flood Restoration. Buildings are assessed for the extent of water damage before dehumidifiers and fans are brought it to dry things out, a process that takes days. 'Impactful' atmospheric river likely to bring more heavy r...

When we combine the cost of driveway materials and installation prices, we can get a better sense of overall cost. Remember that each type of material requires different steps to prepare the land, seal it for longevity and ensure proper drainage. Grass Grass is a straightforward driveway option that encourages drainage and skips the hefty installation. However, you will often need a plastic or stone set of permeable grids to prevent erosion and to handle the weight of the vehicle. This is why grass driveways, with labor and materials, cost between $4 and $12 per square foot . Chip Seal The middle sibling between asphalt and gravel, this sealed, aggregate-based material costs between $5 and $10 per square foot when installed. While it is not as durable or long-lasting as asphalt, it does provide a similar look at a lower price point. Asphalt Asphalt driveways are popular for a reason. They are durable, versatile and easy to repair. You can even add ongoing sealant to ensure...

Sign up to stay connected Get the top stories of the day around the DMV. The District, a city built at the meeting point of two rivers, has lost about 70% of the smaller waterways that defined its geography 125 years ago. Over the past decade, D.C. has begun working to protect some of the streams and creeks that still exist today, many of which face major threats.  Late last month, federal and local officials — along with a few D.C. activists — took a tour of three streams in Ward 7, each of which is in different stages of restoration work. Site 1: Fort Dupont Park – Awaiting Restoration The Fort Dupont stream restoration project, which hasn't yet started construction, received $2.5 million last year from the Biden administration's America the Beautiful Challenge grant program. Last month's tour coincided with...

BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF MASSACHUSETTS PRIORITIZES WOMEN'S HEALTH WITH NEW CLINICAL TEAM AND EXPANDED CARE OPTIONS State's leading health plan launches new solutions to support women and families through fertility, maternity, menopause, and more BOSTON , Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts  ("Blue Cross") today announced a new suite of offerings, including a new clinical team and expanded care options, to ensure that women have access to the high-quality care and resources they need to feel supported throughout their life. "Far too often, women struggle to get the right care – whether it's trying to have a family, needing postpartum support, or managing menopause symptoms," said Sarah Iselin , Blue Cross' president and CEO. "This new approach will ensure...

To determine the best fire damage restoration companies ranking, the Forbes Home editorial team analyzed 14 top companies, with each company's rating determined by evaluating a variety of metrics, including: Company Years in Business (6%) How long a compant has been in business can be one of many factors that helps to indicate it's standing within the industry. With that in mind, we alotted a small percentrange of each company's overall ranking to how long it's been in business. Price and Warranty (10%) Average prices stated in sample restoration scenarios for fire, mold and water damages and the warranty each company offers made up 10% of the points awarded in our review. Emergency Response and Certifications (24%) Listed company and technician certifications and emergency response times were included in our review, as well as details relating to whether or not rush jobs and emergency hotlines are available to customers. Service Features (14%) The quant...

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The U.S. Department of Labor is suing a third-party health insurance administrator based in Wausau for wrongfully denying thousands of emergency room and urinary drug screening claims. Federal officials say UMR Inc., a subsidiary of the Minnesota-based UnitedHealth Group, improperly denied insurance claims for more than 2,000 people since January 2015. The labor department filed a lawsuit in federal court last Monday, after an investigation found the company's process for evaluating emergency room claims allegedly did not comply with the law, relying solely on diagnosis codes and not the "prudent layperson" standard. Stay informed on the latest news Sign up for WPR's email newsletter. Ruben Chapa is regional director for the U.S. Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration. He said the ...

A fire July 6 at the Larson Commons senior living apartments in Cloquet has left residual issues in its wake. The elevator malfunctioned two weeks after it had been repaired due to water damage from the fire. A tenant who lives on the seventh floor was trapped in the elevator for 30 minutes July 28. According to tenant Carolyn Watson, several tenants there noticed the elevator door was only partially opening July 27. The next morning, a tenant entered the elevator, but the door would not open so she could leave. The Cloquet Area Fire District received a call at 10:37 a.m. of a woman stuck in the elevator at the apartment complex. "Upon arrival, CAFD crews found the elevator operating, but the door would not open," District Fire Chief Kevin Schroeder said. "One person was in the elevator. The elevator was brought to the lobby level, where CAFD staff opened the door and assisted the occupant out. No injuries were noted, and the elevator was posted out o...