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What should your Home Inspector look for?

When you’re buying a home, the home inspection is extremely important. But what should your Home Inspector look for? Your home is one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make. Unfortunately, this investment can potentially have a lot of issues, which is why having a home inspection performed by a qualified and detailed Home Inspector…
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Outstanding Customer Testimonial!

Mold Remediation is one of our specialties. We are thrilled that we could help this customer return her house to a “happy home”. Cheryl had contacted our offices with a rather significant mold problem that needed expert attention. Upon meeting with Cheryl, we immediately began putting together a plan of action to properly remedy and…
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Scranton Says Farewell to The Office

Disaster Blaster is a Full-Service Indoor Restoration Firm specializing in Water Damage, Smoke Damage, Duct Cleaning, Asbestos Abatement, Radon Mitigation, Flood Cleanup, Mold Remediation, Odor Removal, Vandalism and Reconstruction. Call the Experts. After 9 Seasons, Scranton said goodbye to The Office last night in a series finale full of surprises, and which made clear why…
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Radon: The Silent Danger!

Radon is invisible, odorless, and tasteless. So, how do you know if you have a Radon issue in your home, and what can be done about it? Being the leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., the health toll of cigarette smoke is well known. In the case of cigarette smoke, it’s easy to…
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January is Radon Action Month!

Have you tested your home for Radon yet? Get 20% off Radon Test Kits during the month of January! Radon is a silent killer. Recognized as the second leading cause of Lung Cancer in the United States (second only to cigarrette use) Radon has become an increasing concern among homeowners and residents. In fact, in…
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Asbestos – Where Do You Look?

Do you have Asbestos in your home? Are you sure you even know where to look for it? Disaster Blaster gives insight on Asbestos, where it is commonly used in construction, and its removal. Almost everyone has heard of Asbestos, but do you know what it is? Do you know if you have asbestos in…
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Named Peril or All Risk Insurance – What’s the Difference?

You’ve likely heard about Named Peril or All Risk Insurance, but what’s the difference and which provides you the coverage you need? Insurance is incredibly confusing for the average consumer, often leaving them stressed over what insurance coverages they need, and what is and is not covered by the policy they are being quoted. For…
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Grill Safety Tips

Used safely, a grill can be a fun way to make a delicious meal, but do you know how to properly place and use a grill? Grilling Safety… What You Need to Know! At Disaster Blaster, we often deal with Smoke and Fire Clean-Up and Restoration jobs, some caused by outdoor grills. Many of these…
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Certified – Licensed – Qualified: What does it mean?

You may have heard Contractors, Mitigation Firms, and Cleaning Companies refer to themselves as Certified, Licensed, and Qualified, but what does that mean? You have likely seen contractors, mitigation firms, and cleaning companies that refer to themselves as “certified”, “licensed”, or “qualified” in advertising and correspondence. Some companies even use these terms in their names!…
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Why can’t my Water Damage Mitigation Company give me an estimate?

Getting estimates is a natural part of the insurance claims process, but that’s not true of water damage. Since any delays will result in further damage and mold contamination, time is of the essence. It’s considered standard practice in the construction industry to expect an estimate of the cost prior to the work being performed.…
