Fall Tips to Prevent Burst Pipes & Water Damage

Autumn officially arrives in 2 days – which means the burst pipes of winter are just around the corner! Now is the best time to take a few preventative steps to ensure that everything is in order to minimize the risk of a winter pipe burst.

At Aaron’s Restoration we have seen the destruction that water damage has caused in hundreds of homes in Wayne County, Macomb County & Oakland County. We are water damage repair specialists, and the following article shares our important “tips” for minimizing the risk of a broken or burst pipe flooding your home this winter.

By putting in place these simple preventive strategies now, you can greatly reduce the risk of flooding or water damage to your home in the future.

Steps to Prevent Water Damage from Burst Pipes

1. Do a quick outside “checkup” to make sure that all outside taps and pipes (including any drain pipes or overflow pipes) are well insulated. Make especially certain that no joints or bends are exposed.
2. Check any unheated areas of your home, such as attics, lofts, basements, crawl spaces & garages to make sure all pipes are insulated with high quality pipe lagging. Checking this annually is essential, as the elements – and even crafty rodents – can eat away at your insulation over time.
3. Make sure to check for an repair any dripping taps or small leaks before the cold weather arrives, because leaks can also lead to broken pipes pipes. Inspect your walls for the first signs of a leak. If a pipe leaks in the ceiling, walls or floor it can often take some time before you notice it. Look for any signs of moisture, paint discoloration, or bulging, bubbling or cracking in paint or drywall.
4. If you will be away from a home, summer home or cabin during the winter, make sure to keep your thermostat set to at least 53 degrees Fahrenheit during cold spells. It is also a good idea to have your furnace or heating system serviced regularly – to prevent unexpected temperature drops that can lead to frozen and burst pipes.
5. Finally, make sure that all family members (and babysitters!) know where your main water “stopcock” valve is – and how to use it to turn off the entire flow of water into your home. Rapidly turning off water at the stopcock can prevent the flow of hundreds of gallons of water into your home from a burst pipe.

If you are unsure how to take any of these steps yourself, consider hiring a plumber to inspect your pipes and advise you on what steps need to be taken to prevent the risk of burst, frozen or broken pipes. Keep in mind that the cost of a flood from a broken pipe can be thousands of dollars – so a little preventative maintenance can save you in the long run.

We Offer 24/7 Emergency Burst Pipe Water Damage Repair

Serving the Troy area, including: Wayne, Macomb & Oakland County

As Troy Michigan’s water damage specialists, we know that time is of the essence in responding to water damage from a leak, a burst pipe, or other flooding. We offer 24 / emergency water damage response and will get to your home immediately to prevent further damage – and swiftly repair and restore any damage that may have already occurred.

Call us at 888.442.2766 to discuss your water removal & water damage repair needs.

Classifying Michigan Tornado Damage & Repair

Nothing is more terrifying – or wreaks more devastation –than a Tornado. Roughly 800 tornadoes are reported every year in the U.S., resulting in approximately 1,500 injuries & millions of dollars of property damage. On average 16 tornados a year are reported to touch down in Michigan alone.

At Aaron’s Restoration we have repaired hundreds of thousands of dollars of tornado damage to homes and businesses, including: roofs, walls, windows, garages, barns, fences, outbuildings.

We are the tornado damage repair experts – we study and understand tornados and the damage they can cause.

Here is how Tornado Damage is Classified

F-0 Tornado: 72mph winds

Causes light damage – including broken tree branches or damaged chimneys.

F-1 Tornado: 73-112mph winds

Causes moderate damage such as broken windows or mobile homes being pushed off foundations.

F-2 Tornado: 113-157mph winds

Causes considerable damage such as uprooted trees or demolished mobile homes.

F-3 Tornado: 158-205mph winds

Causes severe damage- including roofs and walls torn down or cars being thrown.

F-4 Tornado:  207-260mph winds

This is a devastating wind that levels even well-constructed walls and buildings.

F-5 Tornado: 261-318mph winds

The highest category of tornado can lift houses off their foundations and carry them considerable distances.

Fortunately, most homeowners’ insurance policies DO cover tornado damage. Additionally tornado damage to a vehicle is also usually covered by car insurance policies if you have “comprehensive coverage” (“collision”) on the vehicle.

We are the Troy Area’s Best Tornado Damage Repair Company

We are available 24/7 to respond and repair any tornado damage. We will tarp your home if necessary to prevent further damage. And will work with your insurance company to have your tornado damage claim rapidly assessed – and to ensure that you receive the maximum insurance company payout allowed by your homeowner’s policy.

Aaron’s Restoration is Michigan’s tornado damage repair expert. For tornado damage make Aaron’s Restoration your first call for fast, thorough, expert service.

Call Aaron’s Restoration 24/7 for Your Tornado Damage Repair Needs

How to Choose a Roof Repair Company
in Wayne, Macomb & Oakland County Michigan

Michigan’s highly unpredictable weather – rainstorms, high winds, hail, tornadoes, snow, ice dams and lightning – frequently cause serious damage to residential and commercial roofs. Damaged roofs require immediate and effective repair to prevent the elements from getting inside your business or dwelling and causing additional damage to your contents.

When dealing with a damaged roof it is important to choose a rapid, responsive, experienced roof repair company like Aaron’s Restoration. We have the equipment and the experience to quickly repair your roof and return your home or business to its original condition – or better!

Aaron’s Restoration meets all of your emergency roof repair needs.

What to Look for in a Roof Repair Company

• Calls answered 24/7 by a live person
• Response time of one hour or less 24/7
• Immediate Tarping
• Removal of trees, branches and debris
• Free roof repair quote or estimate
• Better Business Bureau “A” Rating
• 10 or more years of experience (we have 16!)
• Works with your insurance company for rapid claims coverage
• Trained, experienced roof repair staff
• Licensed and Insured
• Temporary off-site storage of contents if necessary
• Uses quality roofing materials
• Compliance with all building codes
• Compliance with all OSHA safety standards
• Warranties meet or exceed state requirements
• Satisfaction guaranteed!

We are the Troy Area’s Best Roof Repair Company

Our emergency roof repair response team is available 24/7 to meet your needs. Aaron’s Restoration will rapidly identify the damage to the roof, and immediately tarp it and remove debris to prevent further damage.  We will submit the necessary estimates for your insurance using the same software used by most insurers, within 48 hours of reviewing the storm damage.

If you have suffered roof damage due to a fire, rainstorm, wind, hail, tornado, snow, ice dams, lightning or other act of nature, make Aaron’s Restoration your first call for roof repair and storm damage clean up and recovery. We have repaired roofs for hundreds of Michigan residents in Wayne, Macomb & Oakland County. We are here to help 24/7.

Call Aaron’s Restoration 24/7 for your Roof Repair Needs.

How to Choose a Carpet Drying Company
in Wayne, Macomb & Oakland County

Whatever the cause of wet carpet – flooding, burst pipes, roof leaks, failed sump pumps or something else – the water removal and carpet drying process should begin immediately.

Failure to immediately remove all water and moisture from your carpet, furniture and other property can result in it being permanently ruined. But rapid drying can enable you to save your carpet and salvage your furniture and valued personal belongings.

Water trapped in carpet and other belongings is a breeding ground for bacteria, mold, mildew, airborne viruses and diseases. And simple air drying or fan drying will not prevent these dangerous toxins from ruining your walls, flooring, furniture, fixtures, personal property, HVAC systems, ductwork, and other property.

That is why Aaron’s Restoration’s has trained water removal and carpet drying technicians on call 24/7 – who can be at your home in an hour or less. We arrive on the scene with powerful, state-of-the-art deep-level carpet drying and water removal equipment that extracts the water from your carpet – and sanitizes it to prevent the growth of disease causing organisms.

How We Professionally Dry Wet Carpet

• We stop the water at its source, if necessary.
  This includes shutting off water sources, repairing pipes or tarping holes in walls or ceilings.
• We turn off the electricity and remove electrical devices to prevent electric shock.
  Do not attempt this yourself unless you are CERTAIN it is 100% safe to do so.
• We remove furnishings and dry them separately & thoroughly.
  We can also store your dried belongings if necessary.
• We bring in high-tech water extraction equipment 
  We deeply extract all water & residual moisture from carpets, padding, walls and upholstery. We have special instruments to identify hidden pockets of water or moisture. If necessary we remove carpet and/or padding for proper drying & replace them when dry.
• We use professional grade dehumidifying equipment 
  This dries not just the carpet but the air, returning the humidity level in your home to normal.
• We utilize safe, powerful, environmentally friendly sanitizers to destroy organisms.
  Our specialized sanitizing products are designed to kill bacteria, mold & mildew while not harming your carpet or possessions.
• We monitor the drying process from start to finish.
  When your carpet and furnishings are completely dry, we replace your items and leave your home as clean as new.

Troy Area Carpet Drying Company You Can Trust

Aaron’s Restoration water removal & carpet drying specialists have Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC). We are highly trained and equipped for any water removal or carpet drying task. Additionally, our technicians attend IICRC-accredited continuing education and training programs on an ongoing basis.

Call Aaron’s Restoration 24/7 for Water Removal & Carpet Drying!

How to Choose a Fire Restoration Company

The steps you take immediately following a fire are essential to limit further loss or damage to your home and property. That’s why you should always select a fire restoration company that offers 24-hour service and a rapid hour-or-less response time.

Aaron’s Restoration has the experience and the equipment to assist you in the fire cleanup and restoration process, including complete smoke removal.

What to Look for in a Fire Restoration Company

• Emergency call answering 24/7
• An emergency response time of one hour or less 24/7
• Immediate tarping to secure property & prevent further damage
• Licensed
• Insured
• “A” Rated by the Better Business Bureau
• Free quotes or estimate
• 10 or more years of fire restoration (we have 16!)
• Staff trained specifically in fire restoration
• Rapid insurance claim estimating
• Works with all insurance companies
• Specialized training & equipment to remove Smoke
• Equipment to demolish & remove debris if necessary
• Off-site storage of contents in climate-controlled warehouse
• Quality materials from basement to roof
• Compliance with all building codes & OSHA safety standards
• Warranties meet or exceed state requirements
• Satisfaction guaranteed!

We are the Troy Area’s Best Fire Restoration Company

When selecting a company to repair fire damage, choose a company that meets all of the above criteria and a company with a track record of proven success. Aaron’s Restoration highly trained and experienced technicians use state of the art equipment and cleaning techniques for the best fire restoration service in the industry. And we are also fully licensed, insured and bonded.

We are Michigan’s fire restoration experts. For fire and smoke damage make Aaron’s Restoration your first call for fast, thorough, expert service.

Call Aaron’s Restoration 24/7 for all of your fire restoration needs.