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Hanukkah Safety Tips
When celebrating Hanukkah, it’s easy to forget that Hanukkah candles are open flames and can result in burns and home fires. Here’s how to ensure that you and your family have a safe Hanukkah celebration! Hanukkah, the festival of lights, is a beautiful holiday when family come together. Those lights however can be dangerous; keep…
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Important Facts About Passive Radon Systems!
What do Passive Radon Venting Systems do? Do they work? Here we discuss the differences and why we recommend an Active Radon Mitigation System! In new home construction, the home buyer is often offered the opportunity to purchase a passive Radon system for an additional cost or upcharge. It is important to understand however, that…
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If A Company Doesn’t Do Duct Cleaning, They Can’t Properly Do Mold!
We are unfortunately still hearing of companies that are not addressing ductwork as part of a Mold Remediation project. This is an important step that is necessary in order to prevent cross contamination during and after the Mold Remediation work. As the Local Industry Leader in the indoor environmental industry, we are often asked to…
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Make Sure Your Asbestos / Radon Contractor is Properly Licensed
Is your Asbestos / Radon Contractor Licensed? We are! Recently we have noticed some of our competitors advertising services such as Radon Mitigation and Asbestos Abatement. In fact, one firm advised in a radio interview that they perform asbestos abatement. This is of particular concern to us, as these specialized services require Pennsylvania State Licensing,…
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Does my Home Insurance cover Roof Leaks?
Did you recently discover a roof leak and are wondering if it’s covered by your insurance? The damage caused by a roof leak can be sudden and significant, often affecting multiple rooms and even floors! It’s no wonder that one of the first questions asked by homeowners after discovering a roof leak is whether this…
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Can Mold make you sick?
We recently answered this common question on PA Live! As PA Live’s Ask The Expert for all your indoor environmental concerns, we recently appeared on PA Live to talk about mold and if it can really make you sick! Disaster Blaster is a local company specializing in addressing all of your indoor environmental needs. Whether…
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What does Coronavirus Disinfection involve?
We recently appeared on PA Live to answer a common question – what does Coronavirus Disinfection involve? As PA Live’s Ask The Expert for all of your indoor environmental concerns, we recently appeared on PA Live to answer a common question – what does Coronavirus Disinfection involve? Disaster Blaster is a local company specializing in…
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What To Do If A Tree Hits Your House
Do you know what to do if a tree falls and hits your house? You’re safe inside as a storm rages outside. It’s pouring, the wind is whipping, and then suddenly you hear a loud bang! Upon investigating, umbrella in hand, you discover that a rather large tree has fallen onto your roof! What do…
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How to Baby-Proof your home
Is your house baby-proof? From crawling to their first steps, these are monumental moments for every parent to witness, but they certainly change the dynamics a bit. Your baby is mobile now, and they’re FAST! Here are some tips to ensure that your little bundle of joy can’t get into too much trouble, or even…
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How Can Asbestos Impact Your Water Damage Claim?
Running across Asbestos can be a stumbling block for most water mitigation companies. At Disaster Blaster, we are Indoor Restoration Experts and are licensed to handle Asbestos and other unforeseen issues that may arise. You’ve just suffered a pipe break, or maybe a hot water heater rupture; and you want to get the Water cleaned…