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Property damage caused by water-related events accounts for the largest proportion of emergency calls to property restoration companies. Whether due to a sudden weather event or a slow undetected leak, the impact of unmitigated water damage can be a costly disruption to any business. When left unattended, impacts are more substantial as it can…
As a homeowner you want to prevent unnecessary damage to your biggest asset, your home. Prevention starts with an awareness of what could go wrong, followed by a few smart checks to make sure your home is safe. As winter approaches each year, it is important to make sure things are running smoothly in your…
Winter Preparedness Checklist for Buildings: BUILDING ACCESS – Remove snow and ice from driveways and building doorways to ensure safe access to your premises. PIPES AND METERS – Pipes and meters can freeze when in unheated areas. Ensure that there is proper insulation in the surrounding area and/or that a local heat source is operative. Turn off water…
Atlantic hurricane season is upon us, and this year’s forecast predicts that this summer may be one of the worst in 100 years. While the Atlantic hurricane season officially started on June 1, hurricane activity really ramps up in August. Over 90% of Atlantic hurricane activity occurs between August and October, and this year, those…
About The Wildfire Guide With severe North American wildfires taking place in recent years, damage prevention and safety should be a top priority for business owners in wildfire-prone regions. Your ability to move quickly after a wildfire can have a potentially large impact on recovery time and overall costs—and preparation can start even before the…
The Rising Dangers of Wildfires Recent events in regions across Canada have highlighted how wildfires are impacting our communities. The data shows we are experiencing more wildfires and they continue to intensify in size and heat. Together these increases also threaten our ability to contain the wildfires as effectively. Many factors affect wildfire behaviour and…
Unless they have prior firsthand experience, most property owners don’t spend a lot of time thinking about the threat of fire in their home. Yet even the most prepared homeowners can find themselves facing an unexpected catastrophe very quickly. In as little two minutes, a small fire can turn from a nuisance into a life-threatening…
Any fire, no matter how small, can have serious implications for a business or commercial property. Understanding what makes up smoke and fire damage, what one should do if it occurs and what steps can be taken to minimize risk is something every property owner should consider. Doing so can help expedite the commercial fire…
On a cold morning in the Bronx, New York, in January 2022, a space heater in a duplex unit of a high-rise apartment ignited, sparking massive flames and sending thick black smoke through the nineteen floors of the apartment complex. The disaster resulted in 44 injuries and 17 deaths, including 8 children. This was one…
On a cold morning in the Bronx, New York, in January 2022, a space heater in a duplex unit of a high-rise apartment ignited, sparking massive flames and sending thick black smoke through the nineteen floors of the apartment complex. The disaster resulted in 44 injuries and 17 deaths, including 8 children. This was one…