Salvaging after water damage and keeping our reputation clean

Worried about hotel water damage restoration? Here at PuroClean Emergency Recovery Services, we have always used best practices for salvage, as long as salvaging doesn’t compromise the health and safety of those in the building under question.

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Water Damaged Buildings, Mold and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

This post is a discussion of a new case report, a recently published article from The American Journal of Case Reports. The article suggests there's hope for those currently struggling with mold and chronic fatigue syndrome.

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Tips to Prevent Sewage Backups

Sewage backups are all too common in our Greater Philadelphia and Cherry Hill region. But, did you know? In many instances, you can prevent sewage backups from happening! Here are some tips to keep this from happening to you:

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Mold Growth After New Construction: Moldy Drywall

Moldy drywall after new construction is frustrating! And the problem leaves homeowners with many questions, not the least of which is “How can this happen?” But recent research findings published in the journal Indoor Air suggests that the problem of moldy drywall might begin with the way it's manufactured.

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Spike in Animal Hoarding Cases In New Jersey

Animal hoarding is nothing new in the State of New Jersey. But, it seems like the problem has gotten worse recently. Much worse. With more than 500 animals inundating the shelters, they’re struggling with the care, feeding and treatment of so many animals all at once. They need our help. Read the post to find out how:

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Busting The Myth of Indestructibility: Burst Braided Metal Hose Supply Lines

Homeowner alert: Check your braided stainless steel supply hoses now. Although they have been marketed with lifetime warranties, they are not indestructible! Water damage from burst braided metal supply lines can cost you thousands! If your metal braided supply hoses have burst, there are several class action lawsuits pending against the manufacturers. You may be eligible for compensation. But consider beating the burst: read our tips for prevention.

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Mold and Legal Issues: Front Load Washing Machine Settlements

The problem with washing machines and mold: mold grows in the gaskets of the high-efficiency machines. For a lot of people, it's a non-issue. However, if you're a mold sensitized individual, the parent of infants and young children, someone who has asthma and allergies to mold, or a person with a compromised immune system, washing machine mold growth has been a BIG issue. Here's what you need to know about the class action lawsuit settlements.

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