Everything You Need To Know About Your Roof And Water Damage

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Damaged or leaky roofs are one of the most frustrating things a homeowner can deal with. Your roof’s purpose is to be keeping you safe from the elements so when it fails to do that job it can be quite disconcerting, obnoxious, and even dangerous. Water damage is often thought of as water that floods your home from the bottom-up, but that is not the case when it comes to your roof. Thus, flooding may occur in very undesirable and ill-prepared places. To help prevent this from happening to you, below are a few of the most important things you need to know about water damage prevention and how it relates to your roof. Also if you have further questions or help with water damage from a damaged roof, our certified restoration technicians at Regency DRT in the West Palm Beach Area are here to help!

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Regency DRT Acquires Jacksonville Florida Restoration Company

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WEST PALM BEACH FL/FEBRUARY 2020/ – Regency DRT, a nationally recognized leader in property restoration, has announced the recent acquisition of a Jacksonville, Florida based emergency response and restoration company.  The offices are located at 2611 Old Middleburg Road N Building 3, Suite 3 Jacksonville, FL 32210 and will serve northeast Florida including Nassau, Duval, Clay and St. Johns counties.    The announcement was made by company President and CEO Scott Stamper.

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If I Have a Pipe Break in my Home, How Serious is the Wet Structure?

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 While not all pipe breaks are readily identifiable as being dangerous or damaging to your home, rest assured that any uncontrolled source of water that enters your home could be a potential source of money that you will lose to repairs or replacement. A pipe break is among the most common, and the most expensive, types of water damage that can occur within a home. Not all pipe breaks are the same, but you will need to deal with the following issues first and foremost:

  • Is the pipe currently active, and if so, can it be shut off to stop the flow of water?
  • Where was the pipe located? Is there electric wiring nearby?
  • Has there been any flooding, including standing pools of water?
  • Is the pipe located in a ceiling, where it can drip to the floor and cause additional damage?

As mentioned, a pipe break can happen in a lot of areas of the home. A pipe break in the basement could lead to flooding and standing pools of water which will require immediate attention. A pipe break in a bathroom or kitchen may not create standing pools of water if your room is at ground level, but could damage your flooring, create a slipping hazard, and promote the growth of dangerous mold.

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Why Should I Not DIY a Bathroom Mold Removal?

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Regency DRT is your mold removal specialists! Don’t rely on unsuccessful cleaners and products that won’t get rid of your mold. Call our professional team today and let us help you!  

Finding mold in your bathroom is a nightmare. Whether you find it on the ceiling of the bathroom, inside the shower and silicone sealant, or underneath the sink, mold is difficult to clean up and eliminate for good. When surface mold appears, usually you are seeing just a small portion of the problem. People often try different over the counter cleaners and paints to get rid of the mold, but it always comes back.

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Water, Water Everywhere!

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DID YOU KNOW that water is the most essential element of life? That’s right. We all need water. We need it to bathe, to drink, to water plants and the grass, and even to enjoy recreationally, such as in a swimming pool. 

But are there times when you may wish water was scarce? Yes, such as when some water ends up where it shouldn’t be, like on your valuable wood floor.

When that happens, you must clean it up quickly. If you don’t, permanent damage can occur.

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Why You Must Act Quickly to Clean the Devastation Caused by Wind Damage

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When a storm or other serious weather conditions cause  wind damage, it is imperative to contact Regency Disaster Response Team immediately. This is especially true if heavy winds damaged the roof or walls of your property and left it further exposed to the elements. Your home or business is even at risk if only your windows were broken.

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Until Help Arrives

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There are many steps you can take as a responsible homeowner when flooding occurs in your home, whether from an overflowing toilet or a failed sump pump.

First of all, keep it safe. Do not do anything that can cause physical harm to yourself or your family, which can mean working in areas with electricity that have water damage issues.

Pick things up. When water intrudes, picking up smaller items and placing them out of harm’s way is important.

For objects you value, normally smaller items, and can get to without danger to yourself, start wiping them off and getting them dry. Although your water damage pro will handle the final cleaning and restoring of valuable objects, you can do much to help the process.

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Hiding in the Shadows

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DID YOU KNOW that mold can develop in your home and all it takes are three common things? 

1.    Moisture: Mold needs moisture to grow, which is why you see it all the time in showers and baths… and, unfortunately, in basements. You can clean up the mold in a shower or bath, but when you see it in other parts of the home, it’s best to call a pro.

2.    Food: Mold is alive, and needs to eat. So usually you won’t see mold growing on plastic surfaces in your home. It will grow on wood and other organic surfaces. However, dirt in the carpet or on the floor can be a food source, so keeping your house super clean is smart.

3.    Darkness: Mold likes the shadows of your home, and grows quickly in the dark. That’s why basements are often the first place mold is discovered.

Do-it yourself mold removal?

If you are going to clean up some mold in your house, it’s important to protect yourself. A mold removal specialist knows the dangers of mold, and if you hire a pro, you will see him all suited up and protected against possible contamination.

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