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Is It Appropriate For A Mold Remediation Company To Do Their Own Testing?
It may be convenient to have the same company do mold testing and mold remediation but, is it ethical? At Disaster Blaster, we do not do mold testing due to what we believe to be a conflict of interest. We welcome an independent party to test our work! We often caution consumers against using the…
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Tenant – What Does a Claim Mean to Me?
As a Tenant, the thought of a claim can be incredibly scary, creating a lot of questions… But how does a claim affect you? As a Tenant, a claim such as Water Damage, Mold Contamination, Asbestos, or Radon, can be incredibly scary. Who is responsible for properly drying / mitigating and repairing your apartment? Can…
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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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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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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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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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Tips for Keeping Your Home Safe on Vacation
Leave the worry behind and enjoy your vacation with these tips for keeping your home safe while you’re away! The Murphy’s Law of homeownership dictates that, if something is going to happen, it’s probably going to be when you’re not home. While this thought can be scary, it doesn’t mean that you can’t or shouldn’t…
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Indoor Air Quality and Cancer Risk
Do you know what’s in your indoor air? It might surprise you! Here are some common contaminants, and what you can do about them! When we think of air pollution, we often think of outdoor air, but studies have shown that indoor air can be just as contaminated and sometimes these contaminants can even cause…
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Who Pays For Your Neighbor’s Fallen Tree?
Do you know who pays if your neighbor’s tree falls and hits your home? A storm rolls through the area and your neighbor’s tree falls into your yard and hits your house. While you immediately jump into action to prevent further damage, one question keeps coming up, whose Homeowners Insurance is responsible for this claim,…
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Does Radon cause Cancer?
With awareness increasing, many homeowners are concerned about the cancer risk that Radon represents. While Radon has been discussed a lot lately, it is a relatively new concern for home owners. Whether a high Radon level was detected through tests during a home sale, or as a result of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s…