Water damage in commercial buildings can be a huge problem for a number of reasons. Beyond the damage from an actual flood, it can also put the health and wellbeing of your employees in jeopardy, and, depending on the industry, force you to shut down business for a while. Just adhering to the four simple […]
Not everybody wants to spend the money on a professional restoration company when they experience flooding in their homes or businesses. This, understandably, leads some people to be hesitant about trusting a cleaning and restoration contractor to work on their home after a flood. However, this can be a costly mistake due to often underestimated […]
Water damage is disruptive and expensive. When you suffer damage at your Magnolia home, proper records will help smooth your way. Whether you’re filing for insurance, seeking assistance, or claiming a casualty tax deduction, you will need proof of your losses. We at Total Restoration highly recommend you take some action now, because you will […]
When it comes to water damage, prevention is much easier than restoration. Total Restoration provides fast, emergency response throughout Magnolia and southeast Texas to help property owners recover from water damage. We want to help you protect your home from the devastation of water damage, so we have compiled a list of ways you can […]
DIY home improvement projects can be fun and rewarding. When a project has been finished and it turned out just how you envisioned it, it gives you the drive and resolve to keep tackling more. When something is broken or needs to be replaced, it can save some money if you are able to do […]
Sometimes the weather gets a little bit crazy and the rain pours down from the sky with force. These types of rains don’t happen all the time, but when they do, they can cause major indoor water damage to homes and businesses. Water pounds down on roofs and can cause leaks in the ceilings, it […]
A crawl space is like a drawer where you store your tax information. It’s filled with important stuff, but it never gets opened. Further, because crawl spaces are usually only visited with mice and spiders, significant damage can go unnoticed—for a long time! The foundation of your home should be investigated every few months in […]
If your home or office floods, more than likely you are not going to know what to do. Your first inclination might be to start removing any standing water but that can be an overwhelming task depending on how much standing water is there. When you experience any type of water damage to a property, […]
The Colorado River flooded through the Hill Country in mid-October; Central Texas is called “flash flood alley” for a reason. High rain, steep terrain, and shallow soils create the ideal equation for quickly-forming, fast-moving floods. Typical of the of the Brazos and the Trinity Rivers, storms can park over the terrain for hours as they […]
When serious flooding occurs, the catastrophic images of cars floating down the street dominate the local news cycle. Dramatic rains cause tens of millions of dollars in repair costs to homes and businesses. However, a simple, slow leak can also lead to substantial damage and reconstruction costs to your home. Water damage is progressive; the […]