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Kitchen Fire Safety

According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), cooking is the leading cause of house fires and home fire injuries in the United States. Almost

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Home Water Damage FAQs

Why should I call Arizona Total Home Restoration immediately? Where there’s water damage, there is always a risk that mold will start growing. In fact,

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6 Ways to Prevent Electrical Fires

A pinch of prevention is worth a pound of cure, as the old saying goes. This is never more true than in preventing electrical fires in your home. It’s estimated that electrical failures or malfunctions account for 13% of all household fires. Attics, living rooms, and kitchens experience electrical home

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How to Prevent a Sewage Backup in Your Phoenix Area Home

A sewage backup is bad news for you and your property. It poses a severe health risk, considered a Cat 3 water damage emergency. But there’s good news. You can take steps at home to protect your plumbing system and help prevent clogs. What Causes a Sewage Backup? Here are

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17 Mold Prevention Tips Around Your Phoenix Home

Mold thrives in moist and humid conditions, and it’s dangerous. You don’t want it in your house. Fortunately, there are DIY mold prevention measures you can take to help eliminate moisture hot spots. Like all fungi, mold reproduces by scattering spores. These spores are invisible to the naked eye. Once

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Kitchen Fire Prevention - Fire Damage Restoration Arizona - ATH

Kitchen Fire Safety

According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), cooking is the leading cause of house fires and home fire injuries in the United States. Almost half (44%) of reported house fires start in the kitchen. The leading cause of fires in the kitchen is unattended cooking. Two-thirds (66%) of home

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Mold in Air Ducts and AC Unit

How Do I Know if There is Mold in Air Ducts or the AC Unit? Mold in air ducts is a hidden danger. Everyone is familiar with what mold looks like on walls and ceilings. Its presence is instantly recognizable. Odor – You are likely to smell mold before you

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Arizona Monsoon Season Water Damage

How To Prepare for the Arizona Monsoon Season and Haboobs Monsoons cause unexpected flooding when they dump a lot of rain in a short period of time. Six inches of water can knock you off your feet. Your car can float away in only two feet of water. In addition

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Home Water Damage FAQs

Why should I call Arizona Total Home Restoration immediately? Where there’s water damage, there is always a risk that mold will start growing. In fact, you only have 48-72 hours before microbial growth could start. That’s not a lot of time, especially if the damage began during your absence. Dishwasher

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Steps to the Water Damage Repair Process

If your home requires water damage repair, it’s best to put an emergency call into a water damage restoration company with experience and a stellar reputation. Most of the damage occurs within the first forty-eight hours. The longer the water sits, the more extensive and expensive water damage repair will

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Common Areas of Mold in Your Home

How to Prevent Mold Growth Look for areas where the growth of mold in your home commonly occurs. Take a room-by-room tour of the interior and inspect the exterior on a regular basis. Bathrooms Shower Exhaust fans in the bathroom are not there to remove odors. They should be used

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Property Damage: Get Coverage for Damage Restoration

Homeowners Insurance Property Damage Claim When a property damage disaster strikes, you might need to file a homeowners’ insurance claim. Insurance statistics show 6% of homeowners file a property damage claim, with an average cost of around $14,000 per claim. This means one or more of the homes on your street

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