Restoration Resources and Insights
Guides, checklists, and explainers from American Quality Restoration on water, fire, mold, and storm damage restoration.
What To Do in the First 24 Hours After Water Damage
If you've just discovered standing water in your home, the first 24 hours matter more than almost any other stretch of the recovery.
The Fire Damage Restoration Process, Explained
A fire doesn't end when the flames go out.
How To Choose a Restoration Company in Jacksonville (Without Getting Burned)
If you're trying to figure out how to choose a restoration company in Jacksonville without getting burned, the short answer is this: verify licensing...
Black Mold vs Regular Mold: How To Tell the Difference
The term "black mold" usually refers to Stachybotrys chartarum, a specific species that gets outsized attention online.
How To Test for Mold in Your Home (DIY Kits vs a Pro Inspection)
If you can see mold or smell that musty, damp-basement odor, you already have your answer: you have mold, and the question is how much and where it's spreading, not whether it exists.
7 Signs You Have Hidden Mold (and What To Do Next)
Hidden mold rarely announces itself with a wall of visible spots.
Burst Pipe Emergency Checklist: Step-by-Step Response
A burst pipe doesn't wait for a convenient time.
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Water Damage? A Plain-English Guide
Most standard homeowners policies cover water damage that's sudden and accidental, like a burst pipe or a washing machine hose that lets go, but they...
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