Check Your Supply Lines!

Leaky pipes are a significant source of water waste for a household. The typical home can potentially lose anywhere between 2,000 and 20,000 gallons of water annually due to leaks! Now that New Mexicans are going about their spring cleaning projects, American Restoration Water & Fire would like to take this opportunity to remind you […]

Smoke

Now’s the Time to Change Your Smoke Detector Batteries

It’s springtime, and that means daylight savings. Unless you live in Arizona, you changed your clocks recently, but did you use that opportunity to change your smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector batteries as well? Daylight Savings is the perfect time to change all detector batteries. American Restoration Fire & Water LLC, would like to […]

Property Damage & Restoration

Know Your Insurance Policy Coverage

Most homeowners don’t memorize the details of their insurance policy, but in the event of a flood or water damage, they learn quite a bit about their coverage. At American Restoration Water & Fire, we believe it’s better to be prepared than to be caught off-guard when disaster strikes. Why wait for a catastrophic event […]

Water

What to do When Dealing with a Flood

Although New Mexico is one of the least flood prone states, we have experienced our share of heavy rains in the past few years. When dealing with a flood during monsoon season, homeowners and business owners may not know what to do to protect their belongings and property. Here are some steps American Restoration Fire […]

Mold

The Importance of Mold Removal

Mold is everywhere. It’s in the air, it’s outdoors, and it’s common in buildings and homes wherever moisture can be found. Mold spores can enter your home through open windows, doorways, and vents. After a flood event, mold thrives in water damaged buildings. If it’s not removed immediately, it can impact the wood framing of […]

Water

Roof Tarping After a Flood

The roof over your head is literally the most important element of your home when it comes to protecting you and your family. So when disaster strikes, water or fire damage can leave your roof in need of emergency repair services. American Restoration Fire & Water LLC responds quickly to calls for disaster recovery throughout […]

Fire

Fireplace and Wood Stove Safety

There’s nothing cozier in the wintertime than cuddling up with a good book, a cup of chamomile tea, and basking in the warmth of your fireplace or wood stove. As soothing as this scenario sounds, unfortunately fireplaces and wood stoves are some of the most common causes of winter fires. American Restoration Water & Fire […]

Fire

Teach Your Children What to do in Case of a Fire

It’s 2 am and you’re sound asleep when suddenly you’re awakened by the unwelcome shrill sound of your fire alarm. Half asleep, yet running on adrenaline, you inhale smoke and know you need to get out of the house! In this situation, when you need to think and act fast, would you and your family […]

Property Damage & Restoration

Preventive Maintenance to Protect Against Damage

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Mold

Indoor Air Quality: Harmful Toxins Commonly Found in Homes

According to the EPA, indoor air pollutants can be anywhere from two to five times more toxic than our outdoor environment. These toxins can be harmful to your health and to your family’s health. American Restoration cares about your well-being. We want you to know the sources of those pollutants, and ways you can protect […]

Fire

What’s Causing Winter Fires?

As the weather changes – and consequently our behavior – with the season, so does the frequency and severity of house fires. At American Restoration, this time every year, we get an increased number of calls for fire damage restoration. What’s causing these winter fires?

Property Damage & Restoration

Ice Dams on Your Roof

Although they’re gorgeous, icicles may signal an underlying problem with your roofing. Icicles are generally caused by melting snow, and, often snow melts because of poor insulation and ventilation in your home beneath your roof. If left unaddressed, the same conditions that produce icicles can lead to the development of ice dams – thick ridges […]