Many towns in Chester, Montgomery, Delaware, and Bucks counties are safe communities with low rates of violent crimes. However, even with low rates of crime, these areas still have several incidents every year. According to CrimeGrade.org, Chester Springs, PA, has a D rating for crime. This is above the average rating for crimes in American […]
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Varieties of Dangerous Smoke and Soot Residue Are Fixed with Fire Damage Restoration in King of Prussia, PA
Of all disasters that can affect your home, fires can be one of the most dangerous. Not only do fires impact your home via combustion, but they also result in long-lasting soot and smoke damage if not treated with proper fire damage restoration. Additionally, the water that firefighters use to extinguish the flames lead to […]
What to Know When Purchasing a Home Needing Water Damage Restoration in Exton, PA
Within the past five years, the housing market has become extremely competitive. Not only have housing prices increased by more than 20% since the beginning of 2020, but also sellers can choose to work with buyers offering upwards of $20,000 over the asking price. Because of that, many buyers are making compromises that they wouldn’t […]
Importance of OSHA Cleaning Industry Standards for Hoarding Cleanup in Downingtown, PA
For all aspects of the cleaning industry, from janitorial services to disaster restoration, OSHA and the United States Department of Labor have strict guidelines and standards set in place to protect workers, companies, and consumers. There are many hazards involved in the cleaning industry that can pose a risk to personal safety, building conditions, and […]
Why Septic System Damage and Flooding Require Professional Sewage Cleanup in Exton, PA
On a state-by-state basis, the EPA monitors and assesses water quality for several contaminants, including industrial and agricultural chemicals, microbes such as infectious bacteria, viruses, and parasites, and other waste materials like raw sewage. Water containing sewage is rated as Category 3 under EPA regulations. While Category 3 water can come from sewage backups in […]
Common Problems Fixed with Professional Carpet Cleaning in Coatesville, PA
Quality carpets that use modern technology are designed to last a lifetime. The fibers and durable construction of carpets of all kinds on the market today make the initial investment worthwhile for your home or business. Without maintenance, care, routine treatments, and damage mitigation, any kind of carpet can quickly deteriorate in quality, no matter […]
Hazardous Body Fluids Requiring Trauma Cleanup in West Chester, PA
Traumatic events like violent crimes, car accidents, illegal narcotics labs, industrial accidents, suicides, and more all leave behind serious contaminants at their location. Whether that event occurred indoors or outside, the spaces they affect need specialized treatment to remove any dangerous materials, fix damage done to building materials and items, and overall return the scene […]
Flame, Smoke, Heat: How Combustion Works and Why Professional Fire Damage Restoration in Chester Springs, PA, Is Important
Fires are one of the most dangerous disasters that can impact homes and businesses. At ServiceMaster Professional Cleaning and Restoration, we can install smoke detectors and encourage you to keep fire extinguishers around your home, create escape routes, and fireproof many parts of your building. Despite the many ways we can help prevent a fire […]
Three Common Items Stockpiled in Homes Needing Professional Hoarding Cleanup in Exton, PA
If you’re working to restore a home previously or currently used as a hoarder’s space, you’re likely facing dangerous interior conditions. Hoarding behaviors are symptoms of complex mental health conditions. And while we understand much more about why people hoard objects, animals, and other items than we have ever known before, there is still quite […]
Undoing Effects of Spring and Early Summer Flooding with Water Damage Restoration in King of Prussia, PA
Throughout Pennsylvania and all other New England regions, snowmelt in late winter to early spring can significantly increase levels in rivers, irrigation systems, and other waterways. That rapid rising of water levels from snowmelt paired with the common increase in precipitation from spring rains means a greater risk of flooding in communities, commercial districts, […]