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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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Radon in… Water?
As homeowners become more informed of the risks associated to higher than acceptable Radon levels in their homes and businesses, more and more Radon Mitigation Systems are being installed that successfully reduce the Radon levels in the inside air to a safe level. What many homeowners still do not realize is that Radon can also…
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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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Do You Know Where The Water Came From?
Did you know that where the water came from matters? We’ll tell you why… When you have just discovered water damage in your home or business, a lot of things cross your mind; How much damage has been done? Is it still coming in? What do I do now? But one question that most people…
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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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January is National Radon Action Month!
In an effort to increase awareness of the dangers posed by Radon gas, the United States EPA has designated January National Radon Action Month! Radon is known as the silent killer because it is not only the second leading cause of lung cancer (second only to cigarette smoke), but also undetectable without special equipment, as…
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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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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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How to Clean Stains After the Party
Cleaning up after a party isn’t always as simple as throwing away some cups and putting the food away. Sometimes there are stains that you have to get out. Here are some great tips for removing common after-party stains! After the party is over and everyone has gone home, that’s when you look around and…
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What is Mold Toxicity?
Could mold be making you sick? Mold exposure was originally linked to health conditions such as upper respiratory issues, cough, and aggravation of asthma in asthma sufferers more than a decade ago. Since that time, studies have continued to attempt to define the link between exposure to mold and health conditions in adults and children.…