News reporters revealed the horrible conditions the fire fighters are subjected to,  including a windowsill was rotted from water damage. Firefighters have to use a tarp over the TV to keep the water off of it. The ceiling reveals water stains water stains in the ceiling due to a water leak. Closer examination shows paper towels stuffed in the ceiling holes to keep the water off of the sleeping fire fighetrs.

We all know that water damage leads to mold damage. In turn mold damage leads to health issues for our fire fighters. Sick fire fighters can not run at optimum efficiency when rescuing our loved ones from house fires. What will be done about this?

You can read the entire article here at www.myfoxatlanta.com

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The house appeared to be well maintained. On paper it looked fantastic as it detailed renovations and improvements over the years. It is one thing to look good on paper… and quite another in reality as the family soon found out from the shoddy atlanta water damage repairs.

Three days after they moved in their new home, the house flooded during a rainstorm, beginning a nearly yearlong battle with repeated flooding, mold, water damage, roof leaks, buckling floors and months-long power outages.

Eventually mold contamination sickened many members of the family forcing them to have to leave.

Read the rest of the article in the Atlanta Journal Constitution

“It went from a dream home to a hellhole,” Preston, 27, said of the house, now owned by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. after Omni failed in March.

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These poor folks have more than their fare share of fires this past year. This article discusses some of their plans for the fire and water damage restoration they will need to receive.

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Like a deep freeze isn’t bad enough now these poor families have to deal with the melting ice and water damage that resulted from the frozen pipes that broke. Here in Atlanta we are still in the middle of our “deep Freeze ” of 2010. Those that have not been careful to keep their facets dripping will have to deal with some water damage repair in Atlanta.

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Black mold can cause breathing and respirator illness in people and animals. It is essential that cleanup be done as quickly as soon as it is first detected. The water or moisture source must be addressed before any

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Apartment fires and home fires cause a lot of heart ache and sorrow. Whatever the fire doesn’t destroy the water damage will finish off.

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Families report mold on everything in the apartments and the children are having problems breathing. Some have even had pneumonia. Proper mold removal is the only answer to save these apartment homes and the health of the families that live in them.

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City of Atlanta Water Utilities are encouraging homeowners to be extra careful to avoid having frozen pipes burst. Water Utility Departments all over the country are being inundated with calls and complaints about frozen and burst water pipes.

Atlanta is no different as we receive our second week of  low temperatures of under 20 degrees. Today Atlanta meteorologists describe it as feeling zero degrees with the wind chill factors. Since it will remain bitingly cold through next week here are a few helpful reminders to prevent your pipes from freezing, bursting and causing water damage. Remember that clean up is only half the battle if your pipes freeze. What you also have to worry about is the water damage restoration work that may be required. Failure to clean up correctly could result in mold problems later on.

Here are a few helpful reminders to avoid your pipes from freezing:

• Outside hose connections are the most susceptible since they are open to the elements.  Exterior weathr proof insulated bibs can be purchased from Home Depot or Lowes to help keep these insulated from the harsh wind

• Do you have any exposed pipes in an unheated garage or basement? Wrap these with pipe insulation (also available from Home Depot). If you can’t get out then take some old news paper and wrap several layers of the newspaper around their tightly.

• Pick up some heat tape that you can plug into a nearby outlet or receptacle. This heat tape will keep the pipes nice and toasty!

• What about letting your faucets drip at night? This could be a good idea. Experts tell us not let the the stream of water get larger than the lead of a pencil.

• Do you know where your master water valve is? You better locate it now before you have a problem. Look  where pipes enter a garage, crawl space or basement. If your pipes break you will need to shut this off as quickly as possible to avoid water damage.

• What if my pipes freeze, can I use an open flame to melt them? While this might sound smart at first… don’t do it! It can easily cause a fire or actually damage the pipe connections and fittings. (Many pipes are made of pvc and could easily be damaged.)

Take this advice so you do not have to worry about your pipes freezing over the next few days and then having to suffer water damage in Atlanta.

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“We’re making very positive progress,” said Park Superintendent Mark Engler Monday morning. “We believe nothing will be lost at this point in time. Also, in addition to that, the building is also, for the most part, drying very quickly. We remain very optimistic.”

Notice what steps were taken immediately:

Step 1- always involves shutting the water flow off

Notice how they did this:

“The water cut-off switch for the level did not stop the flowing water, prompting Engler to go back outside, clear snow off the building’s manhole cover and ultimately turn off water to the entire building with help from the deputy.”

Unfortunately the water cut off didn’t do the trick for them. They had to actually go outside and into a manhole to do so. This quick thinking probably saved many more countless books and artifacts from water damage too.

Step 2 – get rid of the water and the humidity

Notice what the article goes on to say:

“An assortment of Shop-Vac machines, fans, dehumidifiers and plastic barriers were scattered throughout the building Saturday morning as crews scurried to preserve not only exhibits and artifacts, but also dry the building’s carpet, walls and other items.”

As discussed on this blog before you must eliminate the moisture or you will eventually need mold removal in Atlanta.

Thankfully it looks like this story will have a happy ending. If we can help with your water damage repairs Atlanta, please let us know.

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That is the exact situation one homeowner in Savannah GA finds her self in. As she lifted the carpet to see hwat was going on underneath, she found the floor was rotted away. The culprit? Faulty weatherproofing that is causing mold problems and water damage to her home in Georgia.

Notice what the article goes on to say:

“Of primary concern is a lack of proper weatherproofing or “flashing” on the exterior of the townhomes, in vulnerable areas such as the framing surrounding their garages and doorways.

As a result, residents of the 46-unit community say water is seeping in and causing the wood underneath to rot.”

Unfortunately, the cries of her and her neighbors have fallen on deaf ears from the builder who has simply offered to caulk the homes.  As we have discussed in our articles before that when it comes to water damage in Atlanta you MUST:

• Remove the source of the problem first. A band aid fix will not work.
• Clean up safely using these water damage clean up tips
• Proper mold removal and remediation
• Removal of any water damaged or rotted materials that could breed mold or termites in the future

If you are having water damage restoration in Atlanta then feel free to contact us for a complimentary consultation to explain what your options are so that it is done safely and correctly.

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