Preventing and Thawing Frozen Pipes
With the temperatures beginning to drop, coats are coming out, wool socks are being slipped on, and your hats and gloves are making their way out of hiding. But even though these events might be exciting for some people, the dropping of temperatures also brings the freezing of pipes. Why Frozen Pipes Cause a Problem […]
Why You Should Hire a Restoration Company for Your Water Damage Cleanup in Oxford
In the immediate wake of dealing with the damage of water damage caused to your home, your head will likely be spinning trying to figure out a solution for all the issues you will be facing up ahead. One of the best things you can do for yourself and for your home is to hire […]
Take This Hurricane Season as a Wake Up Call
The 2017 season has already been the most expensive year for hurricane damage and the insurance claims are still being submitted. Even if your home is not prone to hurricanes, cyclones or typhoons, preparing a flood plan is a good way to reduce the destruction and trauma of a local flood. Before the Rains Read […]
Why Use A Professional Tile And Grout Cleaner
Cleaning Grout Whether you’ve remodeled with high-end granite, or are living with a 70’s retro pink and turquoise bathroom, nothing undermines your clean look like stained grout. Maintaining the smooth and pristine appearance of your tiles is a challenge because dirt and grime build up in the thin grout lines that hold the tiles in […]
Understanding the Dangers of Smoke
After a fire damage, it might sound like a good idea to save a few bucks and do some of the cleaning yourself. It isn’t too hard right? Wrong. Fire tends to leave behind an evil, not so visible, friend: Smoke. Smoke odor can be very dangerous and detrimental to one’s health. It is Important […]
4 Signs of Hidden Water Damage
In most cases, water damage in your home can be pretty obvious. However, it is not uncommon for water to sneak into the nooks, crannies, and other hidden spaces in your home. Hidden water can cause severe damage over time, and depending on how well it is hidden, it could be a long time before […]
Preventing Fire Damage from a Barbecue Grill
Tips For Barbeque Fire Prevention There is nothing quite like having your friends and family over for a summer BBQ cookout. The kids are playing, everybody is having fun and laughing, and the food is almost always a 10/10. However, as soon as the fire under the grill spreads to something that is not supposed […]
The Most Common Causes of Home Fires and How to Avoid Them
Home fires can start unexpectedly, but taking preventative measures can greatly decrease the risk of a fire in your home. Although some home fire causes are quite obvious, it’s important to be aware of them and be proactive in preventing them. Here are some of the most common causes of home fires with tips on […]
5 Signs of a Brewing Sewage Backup
Springtime is upon us in Derby! While many are stopping to smell the roses, see the trees bud, and watch the grass turn into a beautiful shade of green, this is the time of year when Professional Carpet Systems gets flooded with calls about water in the basement and unexpected sewage backups. There are a […]
Keeping Carpet Clean and Pristine in a Pet-Friendly Home
It is easy to love our furry companions, but it isn’t as easy to deal with some of the stains and odors that occur when they share our homes. Fur, claws, muddy paws, and the unavoidable accidents that pets leave behind during potty training can wreak havoc on your carpets, and even after you clean […]