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Water damage, particularly the kind related to frozen or burst pipes accounts for the major share of homeowners insurance claims in Michigan.

Fireplace Tips For Avoiding Fire Damage This Winter

When the colder temperatures set in, many homeowners will turn to their fireplace, wood or pellet stoves as an additional source of heat. While fireplaces can provide warmth and comfort, if you are not careful, they can also be a hazard causing potential fire & smoke damage. Keep in mind the following precautions to help ensure […]

Hiring Restoration Foreman, Mitigation Supervisor, and Restoration Technicians

Advance Restoration located in Clinton Township, Michigan is one of the most trusted disaster recovery and restoration teams in Southeast Michigan and in the industry. We are proud to offer careers, not just a job to some of the most qualified, dedicated crews in the business, with everyone from our office staff to on-site recovery experts […]

Weather Advisory—Prepare for Winter Storm Damage

Although snow can be lovely to look at, it can also pose hazardous road conditions and threaten the safety of those we care about. Be careful today as you go about your travels and heed these cold weather winter storm damage warnings: The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory across Southeastern Michigan […]

HOW DO YOU KNOW IF 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 prevent rampant mold growth. 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 of […]

Storm Advisory for Southeastern Michigan— 60 MPH Winds, Hail, Tornadoes Possible

Threats of thunderstorms, damaging winds 60 mph or higher and hail one inch in size expected to affect Southeastern Michigan today. The expectation is for strong winds, hail and the potential for tornadoes in the area. The hazardous weather conditions may cause property damage, possible roof damage, broken windows, leading to water damage. Flood damage due to […]

Are you a Mold Spore Carrier?

Mold damage remediation is more personal than you think. Do you remember Mary Mallon, aka Typhoid Mary? Mary, an Irish-American cook was the first person in the U.S. to be identified as an asymptomatic carrier of the Typhoid bacteria. Mary spread the disease easily due to her lack of personal hygiene and through her vocation […]

Does Your Homeowners Insurance Cover Mold?

Being covered usually is contingent upon the wording of a policy and the source of the mold. Nasty, unsightly mold can be found anywhere and usually it’s harmless. But issues can arise when mold from consistent moisture goes unresolved which can lead to widespread growth of mold. Coverage of mold damage remediation by your homeowners […]

Typical Home Inspections—What They Don’t Say

  It’s what is not included in an inspection that’s important A typical home inspection does not include looking for insect or animal infestations, cracks that cause water damage, or mold. E-gads! Most people assume that these dastardly home damaging items are a part of every home inspection punch list, but inspectors are not licensed […]

Southeastern Michigan Thunderstorm 60 MPH Winds, Hail Possible

  Threats of high winds and hail one inch in size possibly moving through Southeastern Michigan today. The potential is real for strong wind to cause roof damage not to mention the damage from hail to windows, roofing and property. Water damage due to roof leaks can wreck havoc on interior of your home and […]