Categories for Water Damage Restoration

Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Water Damage?

March 8, 2022

Buying a home is the biggest investment that just about anyone will ever make. It is a costly and time-consuming endeavor, but it’s well worth it in the end. You have a place to call your own, and you can rest assured knowing that you and your family have a place to know as home. Having such an asset on hand, of course, also means that you now need to protect it, and this can take many forms. You should buy smoke detectors, fire extinguishers and carbon monoxide detectors, for starters—but it goes beyond that. Homeowners insurance is something that... View Article

What You Can Do to Prevent Water Damage in Your Home

February 7, 2022

You might see a small leak in your home (say, from the roof into the attic) and think it’s no big deal. Maybe you drop a bucket under the leak and wait for it to stop raining. Problem solved, right? Not at all. The reality is that even a small leak can do an immense amount of damage to your home. Leaks can result in structural damage that can jeopardize your safety and be expensive to repair. Let’s look at preventing leaks and how essential water damage restoration is. Protecting the kitchen A common problem spot for water damage is... View Article

Seven Signs of Water Damage in Your Home

January 4, 2022

From a leaky pipe to excessive rainfall, water damage happens for a variety of reasons. Regardless of what causes water damage, you’ll need to fix it right away. Unresolved water damage can eventually lead to other problems in the house, like dangerous mold growth. If there’s any good news, it’s that knowing whether you have water damage isn’t a guessing game. These are a few signs that it’s time to call a professional for water damage restoration: Dark spots: A dark stain on a wall or ceiling is always a bad sign. It often indicates a leak coming from one... View Article

Can Water Damage Cause Mold?

November 19, 2021

The simple answer is, yes, water damage can easily cause mold. While water damage doesn’t always cause the growth of mold, it’s very common. That’s why it’s important to check your home for mold after any signs of water damage. You should also invest in water damage repairs as soon as possible to avoid further damage. Read on for more information on water damage and the growth of mold. What causes mold to grow in the home? You can find mold spores just about anywhere. However, they only grow and thrive in areas with plenty of moisture. That’s why people... View Article

Water Mitigation vs. Water Restoration

October 7, 2021

Water damage can be a double whammy for a homeowner. Not only is there the loss of damaged items inside the home to deal with, but there is also sometimes damage to the property itself. When it comes to fixing the problems that come with water damage, there are two aspects to consider: water damage mitigation and water damage restoration. Here is some more information about each to get a better idea of the differences between the two. Water damage mitigation Water damage mitigation is the part of the process that prevents further damage to your property and belongings. It... View Article

Western NY

Western NY

Northern PA

Northern PA

Ahold of Mold Environmental is proud to serve the mold testing, air quality testing, water damage restoration, basement waterproofing, and basement restoration needs of customers in Buffalo NY, Williamsville NY, Cheektowaga NY, Amherst NY, Orchard Park NY, West Seneca NY, Clarence NY, Jamestown NY, Ellicottville NY, West Falls NY, Chautauqua NY, Bemus Point NY, Fredonia NY, Dunkirk NY, Westfield NY, Erie PA, Warren PA, and the surrounding areas.

Contact Us for a Consultation!

Western NY
(716) 898-8143
Northern PA
(814) 217-0695
Ahold of Mold Environmental