Clogged Dryer Vents Ignite 15,000 House Fires a Year Ah, nice, toasty socks right out of the dryer feel great in the winter. Unfortunately, residential clothes dryers can toast more than socks. Flammable lint can work its way through your dryer’s lint filter and contact hot machine parts, including the dryer’s heating element. Worse, still,
Got Asbestos? Here’s What to Expect Asbestos is a fibrous material that is fire resistant and a good insulator, so it was a popular building material late in the 19th pointed to the substance causing numerous serious health problems. Studies showed that exposure to asbestos significantly increased risks of many cancers, including the horrific mesothelioma. Even brief
Is Black Mold Toxic? Black mold, or Stachybotrys chartarum, is often referred to as “toxic” black mold. That’s because it produces trichothecene mycotoxins. Mycotoxins are nasty poisons that can cause serious health problems and even death. Mycotoxins from fungi like black mold have been associated with health issues including: Respiratory symptoms Circulatory symptoms Skin
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The water has receded, and it’s time to act to preserve and restore your property. But what to do first? Where do you start? Depending upon the scope of the water damage, you may want to call a fire and flood restoration professional. Here are some steps you should take in most flooding and
In part 1 of our mold remediation report, we talked about what to expect when you think you have a mold problem and call in a mold testing and remediation specialist. We discussed testing procedures and outlined what a professional mold specialist would look for and report. Your mold specialist will report moisture intrusion,
When fire strikes, the results can be devastating. Fire and smoke can damage or destroy property from buildings to clothing and furniture. After the safety of loved ones is insured, your top priority will likely be getting your property back to normal. When you’re facing the aftermath of a disaster, this can seem like an
In our recent post, “What You Don’t Know CAN Hurt You: Professional Testing Detects Hazardous Mold,” we talked about some signs that your home or business could have a mold problem. If you suspect you have a mold problem, you should have a mold remediation specialist inspect and test your property for hazardous mold.
What You Don’t Know CAN Hurt You: Professional Testing Detects Hazardous Mold As if the damage caused by water from flooding or plumbing issues isn’t enough, a potentially hazardous problem often follows: mold. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, people with asthma, allergies or other breathing conditions may be more sensitive to
Steps to Take During a House Fire and After At Abbotts Fire and Flood we know how scary and disorienting a fire can be so we've compiled a list of things to do once you realize there is a house fire and what to do after the fire. During a Fire 1. Check Doors Before
