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What Are the Different Types of Water Damage?

Firstly, Water damage is a serious problem after a natural disaster or an appliance malfunction. Above all, It can cost money to fix the damage and it takes time. And Furthermore, The level of damage depends on how long the home has been exposed to water. Moreover, The type of water that caused the damage…

What To Do If My Toilet Overflows?

Here’s A Few Tips If Your Toilets Overflows The toilet is one of the most vital parts of a home with many functions. Unfortunately, this function fails occasionally, causing toilet overflows.  But when a toilet overflows can cause untold damage in a home if it is not immediately addressed and fixed. Water from an overflowing…

How Many Days Does It Take to Dry a Water Damage?

You have Water Damage in your home and want to know how many days it will take to dry out. This is important to know so that you can prepare yourself & your family in case you need to vacate your home while the drying process is going on. A typical dry time can be…

Class 1 Water Damage

What Are the Classes of Water Damage? There are 4 different classes of water damage: Class 1,2,3 & 4. Water Classes are determined by how much water is present and the type of material that is absorbing the water. Water classes are arranged by the amount of time needed to dry out an area as well…

Are Foundation Leaks Covered by Homeowner’s Insurance?

It’s hard to know up front whether your homeowner’s insurance will cover foundation leaks.  The cause of the leak will need to be resolved before coverage can be determined. What may be covered:  If the foundation leak is due to another covered risk such as a leaking appliance (washer or hot water heater) or burst…

5 Ways to Prevent Water Damage

The best way to prevent water damage is with proactive maintenance around your home. Check these ideas of what to look for and what not to do. If you have water damage, contact JW Home Care, your local, family-owned restoration company.  We are on call 24/7 and will arrive promptly and ready to tackle any…

What Is Aspergillosis?

A 2013 study analyzing data from 30 different countries found that nearly half of all adults infected with cystic fibrosis (CF) were also afflicted with “an aspergillus fungal infection”. The United States has the largest patient population of CF diagnoses in the world. Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that drastically reduces a person’s lifespan….

Where Do I Live After a Water Damage?

You’ve had water damage and you want to know, Where will I live? Is it safe to continue living in my home after water damage or do I need to move to temporary housing? There are a few factors to take into consideration and we will discuss them. Importantly, if you filed a claim with…

What To Do With My Contents After A Water Damage?

Lets Find Out What To Do With Your Contents After A Water Damage After water damage happens within your home, your personal items could also be affected. We’re here to help with not just the restoration part of your home’s structure, but with the items that transform your house into a home. Below is a…

What to Do if I Have a Water Damage

You have water damage in your home, what do you do now? Here are a few steps you should take to prevent further damage to your home 1.) Turn off the main water line. Immediately turn off the main water line if the source is due to a toilet overflow, a burst pipe or water heater…

What Is Water Damage Restoration?

The necessity of water damage restoration can be caused by burst pipes, a clogged toilet, leaking dishwasher lines, water heater failure, sewer backup, sump pump failure or other things such as a clogged air conditioning condensation line. The resulting standing water or sewage causes significant problems especially if not caught quickly and also can cause…

How To Choose A Water Damage Restoration Company

How to Choose a Water Damage Restoration Company It’s hard to know who or which company to trust when you have a water damage let alone an emergency water damage. How would you choose a company to work with? You look at their website, find out what services they provide and then reach out for…

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