Water seepage can be a hidden problem that goes unnoticed, but there are many indications you can keep an eye out for. Excess moisture will lead to poor indoor air quality that can create a distinctive earthy odor. The additional moisture may also cause your interior appliances to corrode. While there are numerous indicators of a moisture-related problem, a pool of water forming on your floor is one of the most obvious noticeable signs. Read on →

Winter is arriving soon, and depending on where you live, this arrival will show itself in a variety of ways. Some areas enter the winter season without much of a change in daily temperatures, but others, like Highland Park, are struck with snow and freezing temperatures seemingly overnight. Wherever you reside, winter creates a distinct number of hazards that can wreak havoc on your home and ruin this wonderful time of year. Read on →

There is so much to look forward to when the holiday season rolls around. Stunning light displays, delicious home-cooked meals and familiar holiday tunes are just a few things that help us get festive. While this time of year can feel safe and comforting, though, house fires are at an all-time high. Keeping your loved ones safe this year will allow you to relax and enjoy our community holiday happenings. Read on →

When water seeps into your commercial building, the results can be damaging for business. Flooding can come from a few different sources. Water that originates from the inside can come from places like your busted pipes, malfunctioning equipment or a damaged roof. These incidents can lead to ruined inventory, a halt in productivity and could even compromise your building’s structure. Natural disasters are another disastrous cause of water damage. Highland Park businesses should prepare for flooding from heavy rains, overflowing rivers and coastal floods. Read on →

Picking SERVPRO as your restoration partner is a smart move for several reasons. Our professional team offers a wide range of restoration services including cleanup and repair after a fire, water damage or storm damage. If you have a mold problem growing in your house or place of business, we provide licensed mold remediation services to help you deal with the problem and secure your property. Additionally, if you require advanced cleanup services, such as the removal of biohazards, or the cleaning of graffiti, we can get the job done. Read on →

House fires can be terrible, but by following fire safety procedures and using the right equipment, we can better safeguard our homes and our loved ones. Most house fires begin in the kitchen, and you can take precautions to prevent those. But some fires originate from a natural source, such as lightning, making them much less preventable. There were over 70,000 damage claims attributed to lightning strikes in 2020. The probability of lightning striking you personally is actually quite low, but the risk to your home is much greater. Read on →

We know all about the risk of water damage in southeastern Michigan! Flooding can happen at any time to any home, so it is important to be prepared ahead of any weather event to minimize your risk of damage. In addition to the possibility of extensive damages, you might also be footing the entire restoration bill yourself if your homeowners insurance doesn’t cover flooding. That is a scary fact that should have you doing all you can in order to protect your home. Read on →

Severe storms can be devastating to homeowners. While some recently built homes are built to endure the threats of severe weather, most homes and properties will experience some type of damage when a huge storm rips through our neighborhood. Wind-related disasters can throw debris all over the region, as well as bring freezing showers, snowstorms, lightning and flash floods, depending on the season and the storm—all of which present a substantial risk to your property and home’s structure. Read on →

As a locally owned and managed SERVPRO location, we recognize the challenges that business owners run into regularly. When running a successful organization, there are many challenges you must consider, and the most destructive of these challenges is a disaster that halts productivity. However, while you can’t anticipate and likely can’t stop a natural disaster, you can be prepared for them. Aside from the destruction that businesses may face, we acknowledge that homeowners will eventually experience damage as well. Read on →

Sitting by the fire in your own backyard is a great way to spend a warm summer evening with your family. You can spend this priceless time with your family by telling scary stories, eating hot dogs or making s’mores. We use backyard fires and campsites to stay warm, prepare meals, control bugs or as a way to get rid of debris, but even the most contained fires carry their own set of hazards. Read on →