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Does Renter’s Insurance Cover Water Damage?

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Water damage is a little bit of a mixed bag when it comes to insurance policies. Ultimately, it depends on the policy. However, the most common rental insurance policies only offer limited coverage for accidental water damage. Let’s take a closer look at what that means. What is Renter’s Insurance?    Renter’s insurance provides some … Read more

How to Restore a Room After Mold Damage

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Nobody wants to have a mold damage problem on their hands. But this environmental contaminant is common–approximately 70% of all homes have some degree of mold growth. And sometimes, catastrophic events like floods lead to significant mold growth. Modest mold cleanups can be done on your own, while major mold remediation is best left to … Read more

Dangers of Mold in the Home

Mold in the Home

There may be a hidden danger lurking in your home’s damp, moist corners. Almost one-quarter of all asthma diagnoses can be attributed to mold in the home. Anywhere that moisture and humidity meet, there is a good chance that mold spores are present. You’ll find mold around leaky windows, old ceiling tiles, in carpets, and … Read more

How to Prevent Mold After Water Damage

Mold After Water Damage

Mold, a common fungus, grows best in warm, damp places. This means that a leaky pipe or a backed-up drain could provide cause mold after water damage. Homeowners should take some precautions to prevent mold from taking hold – saving their home and their health from the long list of ailments associated with mold exposure. … Read more

How to Prevent Pipe Leaks in Your Home

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It’s common to see minor pipe leaks from time to time. But sometimes, a small leak may often raise many health and safety red flags. A leaking pipe may indicate underlying issues in your overall plumbing systems, from expensive structural damage to hazardous mildew growth. But, what causes pipe leaks? What are the best ways … Read more

Have You Come Home to a Water Leak?

Whether you”ve got a water leak in the pipes behind the shower, in the pipes underneath your kitchen sink, or elsewhere in your house, if not taken care of promptly, it could become a major problem. Maybe you”ve left for a family vacation only to come home to your worst nightmare- a major water leak … Read more

What to Do in the Event of Fire Damage

If you’ve got any kind of fire damage in your home, you know what a frustrating experience it can be. Whether your home experienced the majority of damage from the fire itself or from the efforts of the fire department, it can be easy to get discouraged. The pros at J & R Restoration can … Read more