Four Considerations Before Choosing A Water Damage Restoration Company
Apr 23, 2020
Choosing a water damage restoration company is a big commitment. Hiring a water damage restoration company entails relying on them to restore your home and take good care of it in the process. Below are four important considerations you should make before entrusting your home to a water damage restoration company. We at A&J Restores […]
8 Tips To Prevent Frozen Pipes This Winter
Dec 17, 2019
Wisconsin is known for its unforgiving winters and freezing cold temperatures. Blizzards and unbearable cold temperatures and conditions are so intense that winter has become an incredibly stressful time for everyone. Adding to the stress of home ownership is being aware of issues like frozen pipes and water damage it causes. When temperatures drop below […]
Why Autumn in Wisconsin is the Perfect Time to Create a Rain Garden
Oct 11, 2019
At A&J Property Restoration, we already know that autumn in Wisconsin is a beautiful season to experience. In addition to changing leaf colors and cooler nights, autumn can also bring rain and blustery thunderstorms. If storms get bad enough, excess rain water can become a problem for Wisconsin homes. Too much water can lead to […]
Top Reasons of Sump Pump Failure
Oct 03, 2019
98 percent of basements will have some sort of flooding or water damage in their lifetime, according to restoration industry estimates. Many different reasons can lead to water damage like rain, faulty plumbing, a cracked pipe, sump pump failure, or more; and the damage can be expensive. Install a Sump Pump to Help with Excess […]
Learn How to Spot the Warning Signs of Dishonest Contractors
Sep 06, 2019
Hail, tornadoes, and heavy storms all can leave devastating effects on area homeowners. When these disasters strike, the likelihood that contractor scams aren’t too far behind. Overwhelmed homeowners have enough to deal with and don’t know what to look for when bringing in a complete stranger to help with the reconstruction of their home. What […]
How to Choose a Restoration Company
Jul 17, 2019
When disaster like fire or flood damages your commercial building, it is important to start the restoration process as quickly as possible. Choosing the right restoration company is an important step to getting your building back to normal. What should you look for when choosing a restoration company? Here are a few tips and questions […]
Commercial Properties and Mold – Where is it Hiding?
Jun 11, 2019
Mold likes to hide in places where no one will find it. It thrives in dark areas with high humidity and doesn’t just limit itself to residential homes. Commercial buildings can also experience problems with mold – especially if it isn’t detected for a long period of time. Let’s look at some favorite hiding places […]
Keep the Sky from Falling – Watch for these Common Causes of Ceiling Damage
Apr 26, 2019
Your ceiling’s main purpose is to keep you protected from the elements, temperatures, debris, and the outside in general. A ceiling is also meant to hide our attics and insulation. We don’t typically give our ceilings too much thought, but once our ceilings start to show signs of damage, we need to act quickly to […]
Spring flooding have you worried? Test your sump pump to prevent water damage!
Apr 23, 2019
With spring right around the corner for Wisconsin residents, those of us in Madison and Milwaukee are prepping for melting snow and heavy rain. The chance for flooding can increase in the upcoming months. It’s important to test your sump pump now, before it doesn’t do its job! What is a Sump Pump? Many homes […]
Mystery Solved! Water Leaks In My Kitchen
Dec 28, 2018
Let’s look into an actual issue that popped up a few years ago! On New Year’s Day, a call came through from a family member who was house sitting long term and discovered a small water leak in the basement of the home where she was staying. The leak was directly above the kitchen floor. […]