Sump pump failure causes 98 percent of basement water damage | Water damage restoration service and water damage cleanup | Services by A&J Property Restoration DKI of Madison, Middleton, Sun Prairie, Waunakee, Milwaukee, WI Dells, Fort Atkinson, Watertown, and Waukesha, Wisconsin

Top Reasons of Sump Pump Failure

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 […]

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How to Choose a Restoration Company

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 […]

Handling Sewage Clean Up

A sewage back up is never something a homeowner wants to deal with. It’s one of the most troublesome and nasty incidents that can happen in a home, not only because of the substance you’re dealing with, but also because of the possibility of extreme property damage and health issues.  Cleaning up small spills yourself […]

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Commercial Properties and Mold – Where is it Hiding?

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 […]

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Sewer backup? Warning signs of sewer problems.

Sewage backup is one of the worst issues a homeowner can experience. This is a nasty emergency for many reasons and can cause health issues to boot! Not only is clean up disgusting, but the germs and bacteria found in sewage is toxic to humans and animals. It’s also a huge project to clean up. […]

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5 Signs You May Need a Sump Pump to Help Prevent Water Damage in Your Home

As a homeowner, preventing water damage is a main priority. A bad rainstorm can turn your dream basement into a swamp without the proper preventative measures. Many homes have a sump pump, a device that is installed below the surface of a home to prevent excess water from gathering where it doesn’t belong. Without a […]

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8 Ways to Prepare Your Commercial Building for Coming Cold Weather

Every season has its own need for special maintenance, and that’s especially true when the temperatures start to plummet. Cold weather can wreak havoc on your commercial property, which makes it all the more important to take preventative measures to protect your tenants and your business investment. Commercial Building Fall Maintenance Tips While each commercial […]

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Save Yourself from Summer Sewer Stress

You may not want intimate knowledge of the inner workings of your septic and sewer system, but as a homeowner avoiding a major mess means recognizing a problem before it leads to damage. Removing wastewater from your home involves an intricate system, and one that can be confronted with any number of issues. And making […]

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Celebrate Earth Day Month with Eco-Friendly Remodeling

You’ve done you’re part to reduce, reuse, and recycle, but don’t let your green efforts end there. There are plenty opportunities to make your home more eco-friendly after disaster. Whether you have a remodel already planned or you just want to make your space more sustainable, honor the month of Earth Day and let Mother […]

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Stop Spring Flooding from Causing a Sewage Backup

The heavy rains spring brings is damaging enough if it leads to in-home flooding, but add a sewage backup and the problem goes from bad to worse. Instead of water in your home, you now have wastewater, which equates to a smelly, dirty mess, with the added disadvantage of potential health hazards for you and […]