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Questions Every Property Owner Should Ask Before Hiring A Restoration Company

Has your East Texas residential or commercial property encountered damages during a flood, fire, or storm? For most, the first place many home and business owners will go to is Google, but the options are seemingly endless for restoration services. Which company will provide you with the best service? Taking in both quality and cost,…

5 Tips On How To Safely Use A Space Heater

While space heaters provide much needed warmth for the winter season, did you know that according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, space heaters are involved in more than 1,000 home fires every single year? The National Fire Protection Association also puts that figure into a more understandable context, noting that space heaters are responsible for 43% of…

5 Crucial Tips to Prepare Your Home for Winter in East Texas

Cold weather, ice, and snow can do some serious damage to your home. And while home maintenance is never fun, it’s extremely necessary for the overall health of your home, as well as your family. Along with insulating your piping, 1st Call Restoration wants to help keep you ahead of the game for the potentially…

What To Do If I’m Experiencing A Water Damage Emergency?

Did you know that on average in the United States alone, 14,000 Americans face a type of water damage emergency? With over $13 billion annually being spent on water damage repairs and mitigation. Water and flood damages can affect any property, regardless of age or location, including homes and businesses across East Texas. Time means…

Water Damage Timelines and What It Means For Your Home or Business

If your home has been affected by water damage, 1st Call Restoration is here to help explain the timeline for how water will begin to affect your home or commercial property, especially in areas like East Texas, where humidity levels are higher. In East Texas, high humidity and seasonal storms can accelerate the effects of…

6 Common Holiday Disasters and How To Avoid Them

According to the National Fire Protection Association, the most common caused holiday disasters are from the culprits below! In East Texas, the holiday season often brings colder temperatures, increased indoor heating use, and a higher risk of fire and water-related incidents. Taking preventative steps can help reduce the likelihood of costly damage during this time of year.…