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The Polar Vortex An interview excerpt with Joe Rothwell, CEO Interviewer: What things could happen to my property during a cold storm like the Polar Vortex? Joe: That’s a phenomenon that occurred over the North Pole. When it occurred it opened up where the...

What ACT Does An interview excerpt with Joe Rothwell, CEO Interviewer: What does a restoration company do? Joe: We provide turnkey service for our clients. We can do the full restoration process. We can assist with cleaning up the exterior of the property,...

PROTECTING YOUR BUSINESS FROM A POLAR VORTEX What Is A Polar Vortex? “The polar vortex is NOT a recently discovered phenomenon. In fact, it has been talked about in the meteorological community for decades,” said AccuWeather.com Senior Meteorologist,...

IS YOUR HOME HEALTHY? When was the last time you had the carpets in your home cleaned? While people rarely think about it, every step you take agitates dust into the air. So, to improve the overall air quality of your home it’s recommended the carpeting in...

FIRE DAMAGE: Causes, Cleanup & Prevention HEALTHCARE & HOSPITALITY FIRE STATISTICS Common Causes: Healthcare According to the U.S Fire Administration, between 2004 and 2006, an average of 6,400 fires occurred each year in medical facilities,...

Disaster Planning Why should businesses prepare for disasters? Up to 40% of businesses affected by a natural or human-caused disaster never reopen. (Source: Insurance Information Institute) Customers expect delivery of products or services on time. If there is a...

Protect Your Building   Inspect Heating Systems Winterize Cooling Systems Calibrate Thermostats / Reduce Set Points Change Air Filters Inspect Doors and Windows Clean Gutters Select Good Entrance Mats Inspect Exterior Faucets, Irrigation Systems Roof / Attic...

What are the real costs of a loss? The obvious effects of disaster on a business are typically easy to measure: wet walls, smoke damage, and lots of clean up. The damage to the structure and contents often need professional restoration and repair, but depending on how...

Putting together the team for a smooth claims process When dealing with a disaster, it is vital that your vendors communicate, work together and have the funding and resources necessary to get you back up and running. Things the team needs to agree upon: Safety,...