Winter Sewer Tips to Avoid Home Damage
Jan 16, 2018
Floods are often the culprit of home water damage, and even worse, sewer backup. And since flooding is more often associated with spring and summer, you may think you’re safe during the winter season. Not so. While heavy rainfall and flooding is a common cause of sewage line problems, they are certainly not the only […]
11 Fall Chores You Can Complete Fast
Oct 17, 2017
If your to-do list for fall seems to piling up as higher than the leaves on the ground, you’re not alone. While you may dream of apple picking, carving pumpkins, and hiking through brilliantly hued forest foliage, the reality may look more like busy evenings helping kids with homework, less daylight to fit in everything […]
5 Steps to Take When a Flood Is Forecasted
Jul 18, 2017
Recent rainstorms doused parts of the Midwest, including our service area of Madison, Milwaukee, Burlington, and all of southern WI. Leaving many areas flooded and some counties declaring states of emergency. While the rain has stopped for now, basements, homes, schools, and commercial buildings are left with such extensive flooding that the remaining mess isn’t […]
8 Tips for Checking Your Plumbing
Jul 10, 2017
If you’ve never touched a wrench and have no idea where your home’s maze of pipes begins and ends, your chances of filling the shoes of a skilled, qualified plumber are next to nil. The good news is you don’t need to know the difference from a ball valve and hose bib to stay ahead […]
Should the Same Contractor Handle Restoration and Reconstruction?
Jul 03, 2017
In One Word: Yes. When a fire, flood, or storm wreaks havoc on your home or commercial building, the damage is not always limited to just a water or fire cleanup job. Your residence may require replacement of drywall, windows, or roofing. And on larger scale projects, repairs or replacement of a weakened structure could […]
A&J Property Restoration Expands to Milwaukee
Jun 05, 2017
(GLENDALE, Wis. June 5, 2017) – A&J Property Restoration, a member company of DKI, North America’s largest disaster restoration contracting organization, is excited to announce they are expanding with a new, full-service location in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, starting June 15, 2017.
5 Tips to Prevent Sewer Backup in Your Home
May 22, 2017
Damaging floors, walls, furniture, appliances, electrical systems, and other home possessions, sewage back ups can be a serious problem. Making it even worse are the costs associated with such destruction, which often aren’t covered by average homeowners insurance policies without the addition of a specific rider. Even with complete financial coverage, a sewage backup is […]
7 Backyard Landscaping Tips to Prevent Basement Flooding
May 08, 2017
The more Mother Nature teases with warmer temps, the more your green thumb may be itching to dig in the dirt. As you begin to plan the flowers, plants, and trees that will accent your garden beds, backyard, and home’s exterior, remember there’s more to landscaping than just growing your curb appeal.
Keep Your Home or Business Safe from Sewage Damage
Mar 27, 2017
Water damage caused by a leaky pipe, a heavy spring rain shower, or faulty appliance is rarely welcome by homeowners or building owners. However, if given the choice between water damage caused by one of those culprits versus water damage caused by a sewer-related issue, sewage damage loses every time. Good Water Gone Bad Aside […]
Is Your Home at Risk for Sewage Damage?
Feb 27, 2017
Filled with bacteria and viruses, sewage water can be quite harmful if it seeps into your property. In addition to smelling bad, sewage water can lead to disease making those coming into contact with it quite ill. While leaks and flooding from freshwater sources can cause a great deal of damage, sewage water raises the […]