Do I Need a Roof Inspection After a Hailstorm? (Yes – Here’s Why)
When those dark clouds roll in and hail starts pounding your property, the damage isn’t always immediately visible from the ground. Many property owners make the critical mistake of assuming their roof survived unscathed simply because they don’t see obvious signs of damage. At HRS Restoration Services, we’ve seen countless cases where hidden hail damage […]
What Happens During a Biohazard Cleanup? Behind the Scenes with HRS
The Critical Nature of Biohazard Cleanup When disaster strikes in the form of a biohazard situation, most people’s first instinct is to call for help and then step away. And rightfully so—biohazard scenes contain potentially dangerous biological materials that require specialized handling. Whether it’s the aftermath of a traumatic event, an unattended death, sewage backup, […]
The Hidden Dangers of Living in a Former Meth Lab
Purchasing a new home or renting a property should be an exciting milestone, not the beginning of a health nightmare. Yet for an alarming number of Americans, moving into a property with a hidden history of methamphetamine production leads to precisely that. At HRS Restoration Services, we’ve seen firsthand the devastating impact that undetected meth […]
What Water Damage Really Looks Like 72 Hours Later: A Timeline of Hidden Costs
The Calm Before the Mold – What Happens in the First 24 Hours When water damage hits—whether from a burst pipe, roof leak, or snowmelt runoff—it’s what you don’t see that becomes the most dangerous. In the first 24 hours, things may seem manageable. The floor’s a little wet, there’s a musty smell, but no […]
The Ultimate Guide to Disaster Recovery: Protecting Your Home or Business Before, During, and After a Crisis
Introduction – The Stakes of Disaster Preparedness Picture this: It’s a chill Tuesday night, popcorn’s popping, and then—bam—your basement’s auditioning for the next big water park. Or maybe a wildfire’s turned your office into a smoky BBQ joint, minus the tasty ribs. Disasters don’t send invites, and FEMA’s dropping truth bombs: 40-60% of small businesses […]
How Long Does It Take To Dry Out Water Damage?
When water damage happens, homeowners are often left wondering how long it takes to dry out a house after flooding. The answer to this question is, “it depends.” Drying out a home after water damage depends on several factors including the extent of the water intrusion, the size of the area affected, and the equipment used […]
Why Does My House Smell Like Sewage?
Your home is your castle. Some would even say your sanctuary. But if your home smells like sewage, can you really relax and feel at ease? If there is a sewer odor in your house, it is almost always related to a plumbing problem. If it is a clogged pipe or drain, you may be […]
Emergency Water Damage Mitigation & Restoration
Discovering that water has caused damage to your home or property can leave you feeling frustrated, worried about the extent of the damage, and afraid that your property will never return to normal. We understand, our certified water mitigation and restoration technicians, some of who have decades of experience, have worked with clients who were […]
Do Frozen Pipes Always Burst?
The answer to “Do Frozen Pipes Always Burst?” is that it depends on many variables. One variable is how much water is in your pipes. The more water that freezes and accumulates in one area of a pipe, the more likely it is for the pipe to break or burst. But, if you set your […]
How To Fix Basement Water Damage
To fix water damage in your basement, you need to find the source(s) of the water by checking for backups, leaks or cracks in your basement. If it is a backup, you’ll need to repair the damaged pipe, which may be buried deep underground. If it is a backup caused by a clog, you may […]