September 1, 2020
Large apartment buildings are built to keep people safe from fire. When the fire alarm sounds, here are some things to keep in mind: REMEMBER THIS The fire alarm system has many parts that work together. Some of the parts are out of sight. In a fire, smoke detectors sense smoke and activate the fire […]
September 1, 2020
September is National Preparedness Month, and also the most active month in the Atlantic Hurricane season. In the event that impact from a hurricane is imminent, here are some steps to follow in the hours leading up to the event. Remember: IF YOU ARE UNDER A HURRICANE WARNING, FIND SAFE SHELTER RIGHT AWAY WHEN A […]
August 26, 2020
The workplace is the strength of any community. It provides a wide variety of specialized services to its clientele and an economic base for its employees. The commercial sector should prepare to protect its property against the hazards generated by a hurricane. Planning Review property insurance with the company’s insurance agent concerning the hazards […]
August 20, 2020
Summer is the ideal season for getting work done around the house. Take the time to perform some simple, routine home maintenance. You’ll have a safer home if you catch problems and wear-and-tear before they become hazards. Energy Efficiency Energy efficiency is always a top priority. Make sure your air conditioning system is checked and […]
June 11, 2020
Protecting Your Commercial Property from Flood Damage Commercial buildings are no different than any other property, vulnerable to storm-related damage. Commercial Property Flood Prevention Tips There are many different ways flooding can occur; rising rivers, tropical storms, heavy rainfall, or excessive rainfall in a brief period of time. As a property professional, it is crucial […]
March 23, 2020
As a designated essential service, 24 Restore will continue to operate at full capacity. With the recent news from Governor Charlie Baker regarding the closure of non-essential businesses starting tomorrow March 24th at noon, we wanted to send out a notification regarding 24 Restore. We have been working at full capacity throughout the recent weeks […]
March 21, 2020
When a water loss occurs, specific steps are taken during the mitigation process to ensure the affected space is completely dry. Each step completes another phase of the extraction process and brings the affected property one step closer to returning to a pre-loss condition. We call these phases the Four Principles of Drying: WATER EXTRACTION: […]
February 15, 2020
The class of water refers the amount of water and the anticipated rate of evaporation based on the amount and type of wet materials in the affected space. Determining the class of water loss is a crucial step in beginning the water mitigation process. Correctly identifying the class of water enables restoration professionals to formulate […]
January 28, 2020
Did you know that heating equipment is one of the leading causes of home fires? With a few simple safety tips and precautions you can prevent most heating fires from happening. REMEMBER THIS Keep anything that can burn at least three-feet away from heating equipment, like the furnace, fireplace, wood stove, or portable space […]
January 27, 2020
With extreme cold temperatures gripping our region, comes the real potential for frozen pipes. When water freezes, it expands, and weak metal or plastic pipes that aren’t insulated are more susceptible to bursting or leaking. In many cases, the ruptured pipe is not discovered until after the ice begins to thaw and water starts flowing […]
