Water Damage Cleanup Archives - PuroClean Emergency Recovery Services

Have you checked your sump pump recently?

Posted by Kristine Allcroft, PhD

· April 23, 2017

8 common causes for sump pump failure, 2 homeowner tips, and 3 easy steps to make sure your Philadelphia, PA or Cherry Hill, NJ home is protected from water damage whether you’re home or away.

Levittown water damage from radiant heat system in floor

Levittown Water Damage Woes and What To Do About It

Posted by Kristine Allcroft, PhD

· December 14, 2016

The radiant heating systems in most Levittown homes is a common source of many water damage woes. Here’s what causes the problems and what to do about it.

6 Tips To Prevent Storm Water Damage

Posted by Kristine Allcroft, PhD

· August 21, 2016

By now, everyone seems to know the drill when a big storm is approaching. But for homeowners and business owners in our Philadelphia and Cherry Hill region, there are some additional things you can do right now to prevent storm water damage to your home or commercial property.

Langhorne, PA: commercial mold remediation

On Property Management, Risk Management, and Professional Water Damage Remediation

Posted by Kristine Allcroft, PhD

· August 17, 2016

On the surface, it might appear cheaper to have a carpet cleaning company extract water from the carpets. Unfortunately, if they leave the wallboard wet, as they did in this case, mold grows. If you’re a property manager, make sure your risk management plan includes professional water damage remediation with a company who has meters to measure the moisture!

Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey water damage and mold damage

Water damage clean up is best left to the experts!

Posted by Kristine Allcroft, PhD

· February 27, 2015

Last week we were called out to do another site visit for a mold removal consultation. The walls of the finished basement of this beautiful home near Philadelphia were covered in many species of toxic mold. As the story unfolded, the homeowners had a flood in their basement last Spring that was caused by a broken supply line to their...

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 store managers and property managers need to know about burst pipes

Posted by Kristine Allcroft, PhD

· February 16, 2014

Since the beginning of the year, we have been helping homeowners, property managers, store managers and business owners in the Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey region recover from this winter’s “burst pipe apocalypse” and resulting water damage. This video is one store’s story: And, we’re not alone! In today’s New York Times, one of the top stories was…

Food and water safety after hurricanes pass

Posted by Kristine Allcroft, PhD

· October 29, 2012

Health Alert: Food and Water Safety After Hurricanes Water supplies may have become contaminated after severe storms and hurricanes. If drinking water is contaminated you will know from an announcement by your local Public Health Department if they issue a “boil water order” when the hurricane passes. During this time, use only your bottled and/or pre-stored water, or boil your…

What to do if you have storm water damage from Hurricane Sandy

Posted by Kristine Allcroft, PhD

· October 28, 2012

Hurricane Sandy swept across our Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey region causing massive flooding and much chaos. Even with the best of preparation, many homeowners and business owners have been left with so much storm water damage they’re simply overwhelmed. The predicted subsequent power outages for our region haven’t helped either because they caused sump pumps to back up and…

Another satisfied customer!

Posted by Kristine Allcroft, PhD

· August 15, 2012

Our company exists to relieve the suffering that accompanies property damage. Our goal is to create a satisfied customer every time we’re called to help. For all your property damage restoration needs call 877-750-7876

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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