If you were watching episode 5 of the powerful Netflix drama MAID and thought, 'wonder if my child is coughing for the same reason?' You may need your home or apartment inspected. The producers of the series performed a great service in demonstrating the health risks associated with mold, particularly for youngsters and those with compromised immune systems. Hopefully this episode will alert parents to potential mold issues and help prevent long-term health consequences for

During the holiday season, candles are often a part of home decorations. They can also be very dangerous. Candles are an obvious source of fires. In fact, over a 4 year period (2012-2016) fire departments responded to over 32,000 home fires that were started by candles. The fires resulted in nearly 400 deaths, over 2,500 injuries, and millions of dollars in property damage. Of those candle causing fires...almost 40% started with a candle in the bedroom. Experts say fire victi

The word 'mold' is something you never want to hear as a homeowner. Of course we are all aware that mold can be dangerous, but when it comes to specifics of 'why' - things get a little complicated. Following are four things to look for in your home. If you find any of them, call us immediately at WTRestoration...we have experts who know how to identify, eradicate, and help prevent future mold issues. 1. You smell something unusual. Remember that smell you get when clothes are

The U.S. Fire Administration gathers data a variety of sources to provide information and analyses on the status and scope of the fire problem in the United States. Their data, taken from over 350,000 house fires in 2019, found that 50.2% started in the kitchen. 9.3% due to heating issues, 7.7% due to carelessness, and 6.8% due to electrical issues...see the entire list here. More than 50% of home fires started in the kitchen. What can you do to prevent this from happening in

Thanksgiving is the #1 day for house fires, jumping by 350%. With so many households either in the kitchen, or using other cooking methods on this holiday, the risk of fire and injuries is higher than any other day of the year. Christmas is the second day of the year with the most home fires. Fire departments responded to over 1,600 home cooking fires on Thanksgiving day last year. And while you may think COVID restrictions will result in a reduction, the exact opposite could

During the holiday season, candles are often a frequent part of home decorations. They can also be very dangerous. Candles are an obvious source of fires. In fact, over a 4 year period (2012-2016) fire departments responded to over 32,000 home fires that were started by candles. The fires resulted in nearly 400 deaths, over 2,500 injuries, and millions of dollars in property damage. Of those candle causing fires...almost 40% started with a candle in the bedroom. Experts say f

Sometimes you can see mold in plain sight in an area that's easy to get to....but sometimes mold can grow rapidly and in some of the hard to see or hard to get to places...or spots you'd never even consider. Here are 7 surprising places mold may be hiding in your home right now! APPLIANCES. Your major appliances, such as washing machines and refrigerators retain moisture...the coils, seals, and drip pans are common spots for mold growth. CARPETS/UPHOLSTERY. Your carpeting, u

Sometimes you can see mold in plain sight in an area that's easy to get to....but sometimes mold can grow rapidly and in some of the hard to see or hard to get to areas such as under carpets, inside walls, and in crawlspaces or other remote parts of the home. Mold can be a serious health hazard for your family, and you should have your home tested anytime you suspect your property may be infested. Are there specific times when you should consider a mold test for your home? A

During the holiday season, candles are often a frequent part of home decorations. They can also be very dangerous. Candles are an obvious source of fires. In fact, over a 4 year period (2012-2016) fire departments responded to over 32,000 home fires that were started by candles. The fires resulted in nearly 400 deaths, over 2,500 injuries, and millions of dollars in property damage. Of those candle causing fires...almost 40% started with a candle in the bedroom. Experts say f

While West Tennessee Restoration does an amazing job on projects suffering from flood, tornado, hail, wind, fire, smoke, and mold issues....most folks don't know that West Tennessee Restoration also manages hundreds of remodel, renovation, and new build projects every year. We realize that securing financing for some projects can be extremely difficult at worst, and time-consuming at least. You'll be excited to know that West Tennessee Restoration can now help qualified homeo

Did you know spontaneous combustion is a real thing? It is, and most occurrences are in the fall of the year. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), an estimated 14,070 fires occur each year due to spontaneous combustion. It could be a pile of dirty rags bursting into flames in someone's garage, or from hay bales stored in a farmer's field, or a flame erupting from a city's compost pile...these are just a few examples of spontaneous combustion fires: bl

What would you think are the most common causes of fires in commercial buildings? According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the most common causes of fires in commercial buildings are as follows: (1) cooking equipment, (2) heating equipment, (3) electrical and lighting equipment, (4) smoking materials, and (5) arson. By knowing in advance what the likely causes of a commercial fire may be, your business can take the proper precautions to help prevent damag

Candles are an obvious source of fires. In fact, over a 4 year period (2012-2016) fire departments responded to over 32,000 home fires that were started by candles. The fires resulted in nearly 400 deaths, over 2,500 injuries, and millions of dollars in property damage. Of those candle causing fires...almost 40% started with a candle in the bedroom. Experts say fire victims report they just forgot, fell asleep, and the candle continued to burn unsupervised. Oftentimes candles

The word 'mold' is something you never want to hear as a homeowner. Of course we are all aware that mold can be dangerous, but when it comes to specifics of 'why' - things get a little thing. Following are four things to look for in your home. If you find any of them, call us immediately at WTRestoration...we have experts who know how to identify, eradicate, and help prevent future mold issues. 1. You smell something unusual. Remember that smell you get when clothes are left

What's the difference in clean water, dirty water, and black water damage? Clean water damage is classified as excess water in your home or business that is free of microorganisms. This type of damage usually includes leaks from plumbing fixtures or appliances. While the initial damage isn't a health hazard, ignoring it can result in mold or mildew growth that can affect your health. Clean water damage should be managed before mildew or mold growth begins. If the damage was

The fire event has come and gone, but the smoke damage remains. If not handled properly, smoke residue continues to destroy your property. Smoke and soot can cause corrosion, discoloration, and etching if not treated promptly. When something burns, it doesn't just disappear. While part of it remains as charred remains, the little bits of carbon, oxygen, hydrogen and nitrogen begin recombining into microscopic little molecules that will mostly be gases. These gases find their

While West Tennessee Restoration does an amazing job on projects suffering from flood, tornado, hail, wind, fire, smoke, and mold issues....most folks don't know that West Tennessee Restoration also manages hundreds of remodel, renovation, and new build projects every year. We realize that securing financing for some projects can be extremely difficult at worst, and time-consuming at least. You'll be excited to know that West Tennessee Restoration can now help qualified homeo

The U.S. Fire Administration gathers data a variety of sources to provide information and analyses on the status and scope of the fire problem in the United States. Their data, taken from over 350,000 house fires in 2016, found that 50.3% started in the kitchen. 9.6% due to heating issues, 6.6% due to carelessness, and 6.5% due to electrical issues...see the entire list here. More than 50% of home fires started in the kitchen. What can you do to prevent this from happening in

An f-3 tornado leaves path of destruction in Ohio. Several tornadoes were on the ground in highly populated areas of Dayton and other Ohio communities Monday night 5/27/19), causing catastrophic damage, injuries, and at least 1 death. The storms devastated dozens of buildings, homes, and more. Governor Mike DeWine tweeted these photos from Celina, Ohio. Tornado and wind damage can affect so many things in your home: furniture, walls, ceilings, infrastructure, as well as elect

The Centers for Disease Control states "exposure to damp and moldy environments may cause a variety of health effects...molds can cause nasal stuffiness, throat irritation, coughing or wheezing, eye irritation, or, in some cases, skin irritation. People with mold allergies may have more severe reactions. Immune-compromised people and people with chronic lung illnesses, such as obstructive lung disease, may get serious infections in their lungs when they are exposed to mold."