It’s every building owner’s nightmare: water pouring in and soaking everything in its path. Few interior areas are built to endure even brief inundation. The only items able to withstand moisture in a bathroom, for instance – usually the “wettest” room in the building – are the fixtures. Bathroom walls,… Read more »
When a tornado ripped through the mall, its powerful winds and rain wreaked havoc in minutes, ripping gaping holes and funneling torrential rain inside. About 80 percent of the interior was wet. Paul Davis leapt into action, rapidly deploying a large team armed with desiccants, powerful air movers and other… Read more »
“Homeowners can’t remedy flood damage on their own because so much of it is out of sight. It’s tempting to get some tips online, mop up standing puddles, position a few box fans and call it a day, problem solved,” says Kevin Lethers, President of Paul Davis of Polk County,… Read more »
Ask people what they would grab if escaping a flood and many reveal sentimental sides. “I would not leave without rescuing my grandfather’s bag of silver coins/the Andrew Wyeth painting my mother gave me/my father’s World War II military uniform/my son’s favorite stuffed animal,” they answer. Unfortunately, flood waters can… Read more »
When the temperature outside plummets, our homes shield us from the elements. Many essential house components endure plunging thermometers without blinking and without much help from us, save for routine maintenance: roofs, siding, doors. But savvy homeowners realize that some systems demand assistance on very cold days: water supply pipes… Read more »