October 28 2015 Don’t let your pipes freeze this winter! Make sure you wrap at-risk pipes like those in a crawlspace, garage, and especially those outside to avoid expensive water damage costs that could have been avoided. Just think of it as putting a cozy sweater on your exposed pipes for the chilly weather. Why insulate? • Prevention of water freezing inside pipes that expands … Read more

October 30 2015 Fire extinguishers are an important feature for any business or home. They are there to put out any fires ranging from paper to gasoline to cooking oils. That’s why it’s necessary to have them inspected once in a while. Extinguishers that aren’t up to snuff won’t protect anyone! A fire extinguisher inspection is necessary to identify any … Read more

October 30 2015 If you see puddles on your bathroom floor or water spilling over your toilet, it’s clear that your toilet is leaking. However, sometimes a leaky toilet does not provide such obvious signs. Toilet leaks are often silent or are not in clear view, so they frequently go unnoticed. If your toilet keeps running or … Read more

October 30 2015A constantly dripping faucet is a tell-tale sign of a leak. However, the signs of a broken faucet aren’t always as obvious. Unfortunately, people are often unaware of an occurring leak until they receive an extremely high water bill. Leaky faucets waste thousands of gallons of water each year, so in order to … Read more

March 5 2016Property preservation is the process of maintaining an empty home or commercial building. Usually a slow economy is the culprit of people vacating buildings. When these structures are left alone, they begin to deteriorate and can become dangerous. That’s why banks and building owners hire property preservation companies. They will ensure the property … Read more

April 18 2016Rain can be a great thing…until it gets inside your home. Most of us start to panic when we hear the “drip-drip” of our uninvited guest. But before you start having visions of being washed away with the rain, there are a couple of steps you can take right away. Use these helpful … Read more

April 18 2016Have you ever wondered what happens to foreclosed homes or vacant buildings before they’re resold? The time before resale can be a bit tricky since the building needs to stay usable and pretty. That’s why building owners or banks hire property preservation companies. These companies specialize in the upkeep of the inside and … Read more

May 24 2016What is Emergency Board up? Emergency Board Up is a 24/7 disaster recovery service that stretches nationwide. Emergency Board Up was established in 2002 as a responder service for victims of disaster. Emergency Board Up trains responders in disaster recovery so that they can help disaster victims transition smoothly back into their normal … Read more

May 24 2016When Do I Need to Get an Inspection? Property inspections are essential for property preservation and should occur at least every 6 months. If you are renting your property, you should do an inspection before a new tenant moves in, after 6 months, after they move out and whenever the rent is renewed. If there … Read more

July 12 2016Emergency Board Up is a 24 hour disaster recovery support for victims of disaster. With offices nationwide, Emergency Board Up is the largest system of disaster recovery responders. Each Emergency Board Up office is filled with trained professionals who know how to help you when disaster strikes. What are the Benefits to Emergency … Read more