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What to do about frozen and burst pipes

Posted by Kristine Allcroft, PhD

· January 4, 2015

Freezing temperatures outside can mean frozen pipes inside. Frozen water in pipes causes water pressure to build up between the ice blockage and the closed faucet at the end of a pipe. Once the pressure builds, water pipes can burst at their weakest point. Frozen and burst pipes can lead to expensive home or business plumbing repairs and water damage…

For Homeowners: 6 steps to winterize your home to avoid frozen pipes

Posted by Kristine Allcroft, PhD

· November 2, 2014

What causes burst pipes? When temperatures fall below 20 degrees, water freezes in pipes. The frozen water in the pipes causes water pressure buildup between the ice blockage and the closed faucet at the end of a pipe. Once the pressure builds, the pipes burst at their weakest point – whether it’s outside or inside. A cracked hose bib outside…

What to do about Winter Weather Water Damage

Posted by Kristine Allcroft, PhD

· January 21, 2014

"The North Wind doth blow . . ." For these homeowners, the weight of the snow and ice was just too much for their roof The recent visit from the Polar Vortex caused burst pipes for many homes in our area Ice encasing the door on the inside! The homeowners had a burst...

30 Tips To Get Your Home Ready For Winter!

December 12, 2017

Top 30 Tips To Get Your Home Ready For Winter! Winter is just around the corner and in some places has already arrived. PuroClean is proud to serve consumers and business owners in the Philadelphia and Southern NJ areas. One of our goals is to educate and inform our visitors about mold, fire, water, bio-hazard, […]

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Why Do Christmas Trees Cause Illness?

November 28, 2017

Your Christmas Tree Is Not Only A Fire Hazard, But Can Also Make You Sick From Mold! PuroClean is dedicated to informing our customers about mold and the health related concerns it causes. We are also passionate about fire prevention, which is particularly important during the holiday season because of the fire hazards posed by […]

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Top 10 Tips To Prevent Electrical Fires!

November 14, 2017

Ten Tips To Prevent Electrical Fires, The 2nd Largest Cause! One of the core services that PuroClean offers to residents in Philadelphia and Southern NJ is fire and smoke restoration. Our team has helped many home and business owners restore their properties after experiencing a fire or smoke event. PuroClean has so many satisfied customers […]

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How to Avoid A Clothes Dryer Fire?

October 31, 2017

How to Avoid a Dryer Fire?: Did you know that approximately 15,500 fires are started by clothes dryers each year? This article explains why dirty dryer ducts are a fire hazard and what you can do to protect you and your family.

What Is The Number One Reason Clothes Dryers Are A Fire Hazard? One of the core services that PuroClean offers to residents in Philadelphia and Southern NJ is fire and smoke restoration. Our team has helped many home and business owners restore their properties after experiencing a fire or smoke event. PuroClean has so many […]

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Concerned About Mold In Schools?

October 17, 2017

Got Questions About Mold In Schools? We Have Answers! “Once school started again, he was having breathing issues; he didn’t have any issues over the summer. This is their health and they have to breathe this in. Every single day that they are there, six hours a day that they are at school. I don’t […]

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