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Grounds maintenance and landscaping are major components of the interconnected systems that work together to protect a commercial building from water damage. In sometimes unexpected ways these outdoor activities and elements can have sudden and extreme impact on the building itself. This quick guide will draw your attention to the...
Proper operation and maintenance of the heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) system is essential to reducing the risk of water damage to a commercial building. And, while every building is unique, and HVAC systems vary, this brief guide includes all of the basics you need to establish a solid...
All buildings are different, but each is at risk for water damage. From a minor roof leak to violently destructive hurricanes, any unwanted water intrusion can significantly impact the value of a commercial property. Protecting the roofs, walls, windows, and other components of 'the envelope', is essential to reducing the...
This guide has been prepared to help you understand how to properly prevent, or deal with, water damage in your home, following a natural disaster or other moisture-related problem.   Water damage to a house can occur in many ways.    Even the most solidly built and well-maintained home can...
Washing machine hose failures are one of the top five sources of preventable water losses, according to research by the Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS). You probably haven’t checked your washing machine hoses in a while – if ever.  But since they could lead to thousands of dollars...
Preventing water damage – or responding quickly when leaks occur – can help minimize the cost and inconvenience of cleanup.  There are several systems on the market that notify you when a water loss has occurred.  IBHS does not evaluate the performance of specific products, but here are some things to...
Basement flooding can be a problem in some homes, and there are steps to take to minimize potential damage.  But since a flooded basement can result from a number of things, there is no single method for prevention.  The most important things are to determine:   1) When is the...

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