Preventing Secondary Water Damage After Initial Cleanup
Fact: Up to 40% of total water damage costs come from secondary issues—cracked paint, warped wood, or unseen dampness. Even after a successful water extraction & removal, hidden moisture can cause new problems: bowed baseboards, gummy paint, and soft subfloors. Anderson Group International shares these simple strategies to prevent secondary damage and keep your home […]
Coordinating a Rapid Emergency Water Restoration Response
Fact: Homes receiving professional restoration within two hours of a flood recover up to 50% faster. When disaster hits—a water pipe break, burst pipe damage cleanup, or sudden flood damage—every minute matters. Anderson Group International helps you set up a rapid response plan so crews arrive fast and start emergency water restoration without delay. […]
Repairing Drywall and Paint Following Water Damage Restoration
Fact: Patching drywall too soon after drying leads to peeling paint within months—up to 70% of repairs fail if not timed correctly. Once Anderson Group International completes water extraction & removal and the walls are bone-dry, it’s time to repair drywall and repaint. Follow these people-first steps to restore walls without cracking, peeling, or hidden […]
Securing Your Valuables During Flood Damage Cleanup
Fact: Homeowners who move valuables before cleanup crews arrive save up to 60% of items that would otherwise be lost. When floodwater breaks in—whether from a water pipe break, a main water line break, or heavy rain causing flood damage—you must act fast to protect irreplaceable belongings. Anderson Group International recommends these clear steps to […]
Why Properties Are Failing Structural Tests After Water Damage
When a building takes on water, what gets damaged first isn’t always what fails first. Structural issues don’t appear immediately after a leak, flood, or burst — they reveal themselves slowly, once the materials underneath begin to break down. That’s why so many properties end up failing structural tests weeks or even months after their […]
The Overlooked Role of Subfloor Saturation in Repeat Restoration Projects
When water damage happens, the floors usually get the attention first — and for good reason. They’re where puddles form, where staining starts, and where homeowners first notice something’s wrong. But what lies beneath those floors is what determines whether the restoration will actually hold up. The subfloor is the silent casualty in almost every […]
What Heat Does to Water Damage If You Miss the Dryout Window
Heat might feel like it should help dry out water faster — but when it comes to property damage, it does the opposite if you don’t act in time. When water enters a structure and sits in a hot environment, the damage doesn’t just accelerate — it transforms. Materials break down faster. Odors develop sooner. […]
How Minor Plumbing Issues Turn Into Full Restoration Jobs
A tiny drip under the sink. A small pool of water behind the washing machine. A toilet that overflows just once. These all seem like routine problems — nothing to worry about, right? Until they aren’t. The truth is, minor plumbing issues are one of the most common triggers for full-scale water damage restoration jobs. […]
What Makes Moisture Call for Mold Remediation Services in Your Garage?
Moisture sneaks in easy, huh? One damp day, and your garage smells—why’s that happen? What makes moisture call for mold remediation services in your garage? It’s a musty mess that can ruin your house if you’re not fast. Let’s see why it grows in there, what it does, and how you can scrub it quick. […]
How Does Humidity Trigger a Mold Remediation Company for Your Ceilings?
Humidity sticks around, huh? Air feels heavy—then your ceiling’s speckled—how’s that happen? How does humidity trigger a mold remediation company for your ceilings? It’s a moist mess that can ruin your house if you’re not fast. Let’s see why it grows up there, what it does, and how you can clean it quick. Humidity […]
