A recent report by the Environment Maryland Research and Policy Center shows that since 2006, every county in Maryland has been affected by at least one weather related disaster. Not only is Maryland one of the hardest hit states in the nation, but it also receives a greater range of disasters than most other areas of the country. In fact, in the past several years Maryland has experienced a disaster in every category tracked. Continue reading
Disasters occur unexpectedly and many property managers and business owners are not prepared or protected against the ensuing damage. Tri State Restorations (Tri State) has several resource fact sheets that contain preventative measures that can help avoid or minimize damage in the event of a disaster. Continue reading
The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is set to expire at the end of May this year. Since 2008, the program has been extended only for short periods of time. The program expired four times in 2010, resulting in a lapse of coverage and negatively affecting many homeowners… Continue reading
Tri State Restorations offers these tips to help you protect your home from snow and ice damage this winter. The winter months can be especially hard on your home, its structure and foundation. When the temperature drops, your pipes might freeze, leaving you with extensive damage… Continue reading
You might not know that weatherizing your home, plugging and sealing air leaks, can save you as much as to 30 percent on your heating and cooling bills. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, drafts can waste from 5% to 30% of your home energy use… Continue reading
Ice dams cause millions of dollars of water damage to homes and businesses every year. An ice dam is created when snow and ice high on your building’s ridgeline begins to melt from indoor heat loss. Here’s how to prevent… Continue reading
Harsh winter storms can create an electrical outage when you least expect it, leaving you without light, heat, water and other basic necessities. Here are some tips from Tri State Restorations to help you be prepared… Continue reading
Tri State Restorations, a fire and water damage cleanup and restoration company serving Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC, offers these life-saving steps you can take to ensure a fire-free and happy holiday. Continue reading
If you should have a sewage backup in your home or business, here are some tips to help you clean it up and minimize the sewage damage. If a small amount of sewage has spilled onto the floor, and you can take care of it right away… Continue reading
