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7 Tips For Winterizing to Avoid Homeowners Insurance Claims
Water damage, particularly the kind related to frozen or burst pipes accounts for the major share of homeowners insurance claims in Michigan.
Read More3 Simple Ways to Ensure Your Fireplace is Safe
A fireplace is one of the leading causes of house fire in the cold weather months. Avoid the pitfalls of fire and smoke damage with these five steps. Before you light your first fire of the season, follow these tips to be sure your fireplace and chimney are in good shape. #1 Check the Firebox […]
Read MoreWind Damage and Tornadoes
Hazardous wind damage weather outlook for many counties including Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Livingston, St. Clair, Lapeer, Genesee, Shiawassee, and Saginaw According to surfacing weather reports, there is a chance of severe wind damage due to high winds occurring Tuesday through early Wednesday morning. High winds and thunderstorms are expected across southeastern Michigan becoming more […]
Read MoreDO YOU NEED MOLD REMEDIATION IN MICHIGAN?
It’s crucial to pursue water restoration within 24 to 48 hours of a flood if you hope to avoid mold remediation in Michigan. That’s why Advance Restoration offers 24/7 emergency services—to minimize damage by providing the fastest possible response. Failure to act quickly could lead to a mold problem. Here are the signs to watch for: Large patches […]
Read More3 Proactive Home Improvement Tips for Fall
Fall brings the perfect weather for performing those last-minute DIY home improvement projects While September reigns in cooler temps and summer activities waning what better time to show your house a little extra TLC. Use these 3 home improvement tips to save money on costly property damage repairs down the road. Home Improvement Tip #1: […]
Read More#1 CAUSE OF HOUSE FIRE—COOKING!
What you should know about house fire and your homeowners fire insurance coverage Cooking is the #1 cause of house fires according to the National Fire Protection Association. Kitchen fire damage can be devastating— even worse, finding out that the home fire section of your homeowner’s policy does not fully cover your losses. If you’ve […]
Read MoreFALL PREPARATION—3 Tips For Winter
3 Fall Preparation Tips for Avoiding Winter Property Damage. Although it’s only fall…winter is looming whether we like it or not! Fall leaves can wreck havoc on our gutters and downspouts, add snow, ice and cold temperatures and you have a fine recipe for winter storm damage. Fall preparation is the perfect anecdote to winter […]
Read MoreWater Damage —7 Tips To Dry Out Quickly
Things you can do to mitigate water disaster and save your belongings Many homeowners and businesses in southeastern Michigan have experienced flooding, sewage backups, and mold due to the extreme weather conditions this summer. Getting dried out after water damage is critical in the first 48 hours. Salvaging wet, soggy goods like rugs, clothing, and […]
Read MoreWater Damage — Is Landscaping the Culprit?
Because of their low-lying positions, basements and crawlspaces are prone to leaks, moisture, mold, and water damage. Unfortunately water damage to home structures is common due to invasive indoor and outdoor water sources. One of the most prominent causes of water damage is your landscaping. The grade of your property must be designed to slope […]
Read MoreHomeowners Insurance. What’s Covered?
You may be stunned to learn what your Homeowner’s policy doesn’t cover Basic homeowners insurance policies cover your home and its contents if damaged or ruined. Hence, here is the complete list: Fire Lightning Hail (dependent on area) Windstorm (except in hurricane zones) Smoke Vandalism (excluded by some policies) Theft Explosion Volcanic eruption Riots Civil […]
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