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How Disaster Response Supports the Insurance Claim Process After Property Damage
When water, fire, smoke, mold or a severe storm damages your property, the physical cleanup is only one part of the recovery process. If an insurance claim is involved, there may also be inspections, estimates, photographs, reports, questions and approvals
After a Wildfire Evacuation: A Safe Return-Home Checklist
An evacuation order can turn life upside down in minutes. Once the immediate danger begins to pass, it is understandable to want to return home as quickly as possible. However, returning home after a wildfire can expose you to hazards
Your Home Didn’t Burn. Can Wildfire Smoke and Ash Still Cause Damage?
When a wildfire comes close to your community, but the flames never reach your property, it is natural to feel relieved. However, a home does not have to burn to be affected by wildfire. Smoke and fine ash can travel
Case Study: Large Loss Response at Idaho Bus Barn & Community Food Bank
How Disaster Response Stabilized a Landslide-Affected Public Facility and Protected Critical Food Supplies Location: North-Central Idaho Property Type: Public facility / bus barn / community food bank Loss Type: Landslide, mud intrusion, flooding, rock and soil impact Affected Areas: Bus
Foundation Water Damage: Signs, Causes & Repairs
Have you noticed cracks in your foundation or water leaking into your basement? Understanding the signs and causes of foundation water damage can help you take the right steps early. This guide will walk you through what to look for,
Mold Remediation PNW for Spring Spore Prevention
Homes in the Pacific Northwest are often sealed tight for winter, leading to poor ventilation and condensation on windows and in closets. As the weather warms in March, mold begins to bloom. Prevent spring spores in your home with mold
Roof Reconstruction After A Tree Falls on Your Home
Late-winter windstorms can bring down saturated trees or heavy limbs without warning. When a tree falls on your home, it can compromise your family’s safety and disrupt your daily life. In this guide, we’ll walk through what to do when
Hidden Mold Discovered During Home Sale
How a one-hour response saved a buyer from a costly mistake Project Snapshot: Location: McCall, Idaho Loss Type: Mold (from prior roof leak) Property: Residential – Under Contract Response Time: On-site within 1 hour Testing Turnaround: 48 hours Outcome: Prevented
Major Water Loss at St. Luke’s Clinic
How Disaster Response Stabilized a 47-Room Medical Facility Overnight Project Snapshot: Location: McCall, Idaho Property: St. Luke’s Clinic (Commercial Healthcare Facility) Loss Type: Water Main Break Time of Loss: Sunday, 10:00PM (Holiday Weekend) Response Time: On-site within 90 minutes Scope:
How to Prevent Sump Pump Failure and Protect Your Home
March is notorious for heavy rain and “atmospheric rivers” in the Pacific Northwest. During this season, it’s vital that your sump pump system performs efficiently and keeps your home dry. What Your Sump Pump Does for Your Home Your sump