Keeping Your Sewer System Clear: Prevent Unnecessary Flooding
The sewer system in your home must be maintained year round to ensure it’s working properly and does not cause unnecessary flooding. Sewer backups and flooding can wreak havoc on your home, leading to costly repairs, property damage, and even health risks due to contamination. These unfortunate events are not only disruptive but can also […]
Navigating Insurance Claims After a Major Weather Event
Insurance claims can be hard to navigate. Knowing the process to follow can take the stress out of the entire situation. At S&S Restoration, we lead the way through insurance claims to make sure everything is done right to get you the most coverage. We follow six key steps to ensure it’s done right the […]
Signs of Flash Floods: Protecting Your Home & Life
Flash floods are incredibly dangerous and can come seemingly out of nowhere. These powerful surges of water can result in serious damage to property and even loss of life. Awareness is important during weather events that may cause flash floods. If your home is in an area where flash floods can occur, you should know […]
Top Spaces for Mold Growth
Mold growth is a major nuisance to any homeowner. The growth can occur out in the open, but more often than not it occurs in hidden spaces like behind walls, in bathrooms, and behind appliances like refrigerators and washing machines. Address mold growth as soon as you suspect or find it. Never attempt mold restoration […]
Fire Restoration: The First 24 Hours After Flames are Out
Fire damage can cause costly destruction to any home, it’s important to know what to do to prevent as much damage as possible. Start fire restoration as soon as it’s safe to do so. Although the flames may be out, there can be a lot of dangerous points in the home. From damaged utility lines […]
Evacuating Your Workplace During a Storm Watch
A storm watch can be incredibly dangerous, and it’s important to evacuate as soon as orders are issued to do so. In California we are lucky enough to rarely, or never, experience tornadoes and hurricanes – but monsoons, flash floods, and fires are very common. It’s crucial to know what to bring in an evacuation […]
Securing a Home Renovation Project in a Fire
Summer and early fall are the best times to do home renovations. However, that season is also the fire season in Southern California. If a fire does break out in an area where you’re doing home renovations it’s important to know what needs to be done to secure the property. Secure Tools & Equipment When […]
Building Maintenance for Fall
The kids go back to school and the nights become cooler, before winter hits there are a few building maintenance tasks that should be done. Fall storms can bring flooding, high winds can bring damage, and the cold weather is not the best environment to be doing building maintenance. Flood Prevention At the end of […]
Flood Restoration: The First 24 Hours After Water Recedes
The first 24 hours after a flood are crucial. Starting flood restoration as soon as possible is important for successful outcomes and minimal damage. A professional flood restoration company like S&S Restoration will manage your home properly, taking the guesswork out of your hands. Personal Protective Equipment is Essential Floods can leave quite a mess […]
House Fires: Causes & Prevention Practices
A house fire can be devastating and if they occur at the wrong time, fatal. There are several main causes of house fires and there are many steps that can be taken to reduce the chances of your home catching ablaze. Cooking Up Trouble Cooking is the top cause of house fires in the United […]