With rain in the forecast for areas recently affected by fire, the threat of flooding is ever-present. Ground that has recently seen major burns does not absorb water very well, leading to an increase in fire chances in many areas of San Bernardino County affected by the lake fire. NBC Los Angeles Reports as follows:

“Desert and mountain areas will likely see the most significant shower and thunderstorm activity. The storms increase the chance for lightning-sparked wildfires and flooding in the Lake Fire burn area in the San Bernardino County mountains…

…The threat of flooding will continue early this week.

Floodwaters can carry trees, large rocks, gravel, ash and other debris.

Lightning strikes also brought the risk of more wildfires during an active fire season. Hundreds of lightning strikes overnight sparked three dozen new wildfires in Northern California, authorities said Sunday.

The 36 blazes triggered by 800 lightning strikes were small and quickly put out, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.

The agency reports 2,486 wildfires since the start of the year, compared with 2,030 during the same period last year. The state averages about 1,650 wildfires from January to mid-June.

Temperatures will be in the 70s and 80s, accompanied by humid conditions throughout Southern California.”

While rain might sound like a blessing to drought-stricken Californians, it’s possible to have too much of a good thing. That’s exactly what meteorologists predict with the upcoming El Niño weather event this winter that will see a sudden rain increase across California. When you suddenly have increased rainfall in drought-stricken areas, flash floods and water damage are bound to occur.

“Yes, El Niño’s great, and it could provide us with relief and replenish some of these reservoirs,” Climatologist .Woods said. “The flip side of that is it could mean catastrophic flooding, too.”

For the uninitiated, El Niño is a phenomenon that occurs where warm water cycles through the seas along ocean currents. These warm water surges affect the atmosphere and weather, especially in areas along the Pacific Coast.

“What we want is just enough water to come in slowly enough for the watersheds to hold that,” Woods said. “The nice thing is that so many of them are dry that they have the capacity, but the flip side of that is, as anybody knows in a desert climate, is that terrain is just parched and so a lot of that can be runoff if those storms are too warm.”

It’s always important for California residents to be prepared in the event of flooding.

The Buffalo Wild Wings located off of Murrieta Hot Springs Road has been closed indefinitely while it undergoes repairs for both fire damage and water damage. The restoration double-whammy occurred when a small fire set off fire sprinklers, which in turn flooded the restaurant. The fire was apparently triggered by a deep fire left on overnight. Cooking equipment is the number one cause of indoor fire damage.

This turns out to not be the only eventful occurrence in the history of this particular Buffalo Wild Wings location. This was also the same Buffalo Wild Wings that actor Andy Dick was arrested at following some bad behavior, which was the region’s foremost celebrity story up until a certain donut-licking incident in Lake Elsinore.

When it comes to any building structural integrity is key. Floor supports walls, walls for roof and the whole structure builds upon itself to support itself. Because the structural beams of our houses are covered up with drywall and stucco we often have no idea what’s going on behind those walls. Meruliaporia incrassate may be hiding just behind your wall without you knowing it.

 

This voracious mold, orange in colour, eats away at the wooden structure of your house. In the worst cases a formerly strong wooden crossbeam can be so even the way that you can push your finger through it with little effort.

 

What makes this fungus all the more dangerous is its ability to move around the house. Most mold growth is limited to a small area around a leak or other source of water. Poria on the other hand is not limited to a small area. It can form in the soil under a new patio or around a small leak in a pipe. It then continues to grow feeding off the wood of the house and using its roots to pump fresh water to its furthest extremity’s. It can then grow up the wooden structure of a house eating it as it goes. Unchecked this mold has the potential to destroy a house.

 

Recently California homeowners have noticed this mold and are seeking ways to deal with it. This may be due to a shift in how houses were built after the 1970s. They were built closer to the ground and with poor ventilation creating the ideal breeding ground for this type of mold.

 

If as a homeowner you suspect this mold might be present in your house here is something to remember. A patch job will not help you in the long run. This mold has to be eradicated entirely by a qualified mold remediation company. Left alone your house will literally fall down around your ears. Talking to your insurance and seek professional help.

Many people believe that by getting rid of mold using bleach and chemicals they will fix their problem. The problem with that is the dead mold spores are just as harmful to human lungs as live spores. If do not seek professional help from the get go you may have only put the problem on hold rather than actually solved it.

Mold is toxic and can cause many health issues. In fact, mold produces mycotoxins that are pathogenic to animals and humans. There have been cases where pets placed under anaesthesia, in a home that contains mold spores, had failed to regain consciousness. Humans with weak immune systems should avoid mold like the plague.

If you discover mold in your home or business, just remember that some molds can be toxic and that it is best not to disturb the mold, which could inadvertently release spores in the air and create even more problems. We recommend that you contact a professional for their assessment. a professional mold remediation company will take the burden of decision off your shoulders and provide you with much-needed information. The goal is to provide you with peace of mind.

If you haven’t experienced it yourself you’ve definitely heard of it. That horrible moment when you realize that the sewage lines have busted and the malodorous human waste of ages starts to overflow from your toilet. If you are a do it yourself kind of person this is not the situation where a quick browse through Google will give you all the information you need. Here are some reasons why you should call in a professional sewage cleanup team.

 

• The disease-causing pathogens and heavy metals found in sewage can be extraordinary risky to your health. Handling such waste products in without the proper equipment and training puts you in danger of contracting deadly diseases.

 

• Sometimes a shortcut is not cost-effective. You may be able to clean up the sewage yourself but without the benefit of professional help you cant be sure that you got all of it and mold may form afterwards. The costs will start to mount higher and higher if after all the effort you put in to clean up the sewage you now have to fight off mold.

 

• There are tools of the trade which unless you’ve been waiting for this event with baited breath you will not have in your toolset. Not only will a professional have all the tools necessary to deal with your problem but they will also have the benefit of the most current training.

 

• There is nothing quite so horrible is realizing after you’ve completed a job of work and now something else has gone wrong and you have to do it all over again. Hiring a professional and will not only help you out with your current difficulties that give you tips on what to do to prevent this ever happening again.

Water damage happens in unexpected places and that unexpected times. It can even happen in places of your home where you least expect it but there are certain rooms that are more susceptible to water damage than others. The bathroom has a sink, toilet, after and numerous pipes all of which could burst at any moment flooding the bathroom. Another problem area is the kitchen. It too is filled to bursting with pipes and sinks and it is used every day.

 

The reason the cages and is so susceptible to water damage is because it houses appliances such as your refrigerator dishwasher and possibly even your washer and dryer, the sink and the multiple waterline supplying each of them.

 

Most homes today have a dishwasher that with a little bit of human health claims of your dishes helping you prepare for the next meal. This device is prone to water damage especially as it ages and the hoses leading to it start to weaken and crack. Changing the hoses on a regular basis can prevent this.

 

The same is true for refrigerators and for your washer and dryer. The more often you change the pipes leading to them the better. It is a good idea to at least twice a year inspect the pipes and hoses leading to all these appliances.

 

Another common area for water damage is the kitchen sink. Of all the items in your kitchen this is probably one that is use the most often. A small it can become a very big problem if left unattended to. Even a very small leak can expel more than 22 gallons of water a day.

 

If you find that your preventative measures of not take effect and water has flowed your kitchen contact quality water damage Restoration Company and seek their help. When in doubt leave it to the professionals, in the end they will save you time and money and is of mind.

What are your plans for yourself and your family in the event of a flood? Do you have a plan to minimize the flood damage? Do you know who you would call for help? Do you already have an insurance company and if so are you certainly a loss would be covered? Floods caused by a number of different factors but think that is always the same is that they leave destruction in their wake and preparation is your best weapon with which to fight them.

 

The clogging of city drainage due to garbage, random soil deposits, hurricanes and of course ineffective drainage systems are all factors that will help the flood rather than hinder it. Apart from the inherent water damage that floods cause, they also bring Earth, garbage and other hazardous materials along with them and leave them behind. These materials are often extremely hazardous and should only be handled by a professional cleanup crew.

 

A professional water damage restoration company will not only remove the standing water in your home, but will also sanitize and clean areas affected by the flood and dehumidifier your home. There were also cleaning carpets and most importantly communicate with your insurance provider. Be aware that most home insurance does not cover flood damage. If you’re in an area that suffers from flooding you should seek out a separate flood insurance. That way you know that in the event your house will be covered. Floods cause destruction but insurance leads to peace of mind.

The fact is that every day we waste water. Whether this is an accidental spill here, but holes left on to the wrong, and overflowing bath tub or a sprinkler system mysteriously watering the lawn at midnight they all add up to a great deal of water wasted. Now you may think to yourself” I only waste a little water”, then you may be right but if you think that way and if your neighbor thinks that word and their neighbor thinks that way and that adds up to a lot of wasted water.

 

What is this mean for you? Well, the more water wasted the more strain is put on California’s dwindling water reserves and those reserves are dwindling fast. To put it on a more personal footing, the more watery waste the higher your water bill will be. Here are some useful tips for not only conserving water but also getting things done in a more efficient way.

 

• When cleaning up your driveway and the sidewalks around your home user broom rather than a water hose it’s much more effective and less wasteful.
• When creating the landscaping for your garden take into account that concrete sheds water off to the side but porous materials like rocks allow the water to seep into the ground and to stay in your yard.
• Running a hose can use up to 10 gallons of water a minute! When watering your lawn set yourself time and don’t go beyond that.
• When you are selecting the plants to go around your home you may want to consider plants that can only need a small amount of water. If you’re trying to keep a massive lawn beautiful and green through the middle of summer in California you will pay for it.

 

The thing many people don’t realize is that the way restoration companies process services is considerably different from other contractors. If you have ever received multiple quotes from various different contractors to do something in your home such as a kitchen remodeling you are well aware of just how big a range of prices those bids can come in at. It’s not unusual for companies to come at three times or four times the price of other companies. Insurance companies as one would expect only want to pay as much as they need to an order to get your running again. Sometimes it pays you to shop around for the right order damage restoration company for you before you have water damage.

 

When dealing with a reputable water damage restoration company you will find a software to estimate the amount of money’s claim. A technician can put you in all the things damaged write notes in this and find out what it will cost. A non- reputable water damage restoration company will simply quote you a price for the entire job regardless of its actual cost. What this means is that you will have difficulty making claims for individual items with your insurance company in the future. It is far better to have the right to people come in and do the job properly in the first place. When it comes to your home and water damage and especially your bank account it pays to choose right person from the get go.