Brian on December 24th, 2009

Paul Davis Restoration offers tips to property owners regarding preventing frozen pipes

Lakewood, NJ – With the arrival of winter, the number of incidents of water damage as a result of pipes breaking due to sub-freezing temperatures increases. Paul Davis Restoration, Inc., a national franchise company and leading provider of fire and water damage clean up [...]

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Brian on December 19th, 2009

Ice Dams: Recognition and Prevention.  Here is a simple video demonstrating how ice dams are formed:

Ice dams are caused by the interaction of three factors:

Ice and snow melt at 35°F. Liquid water freezes at 32°F. Minor temperature differentials can lead to major problems.
Layered roof systems such as shakes or shingles do not keep out [...]

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admin on October 27th, 2009

When you suffer water damage in your home, here are some steps you can take to minimize the effects.  First, report the damage to your insurance company and then contact a qualified insurance restoration contractor.  This will ensure you get the proper professional advice to effectively handle the situation.
Next, if it is safe, locate the [...]

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