New Mexico Flooding

In July of 2014, New Mexico residents got some much needed rain! Many of us, however, were unprepared for the record rainfall that covered the State and the Albuquerque Metro area.

Water

Flood Cleanup in Algodones, New Mexico

On Wednesday, July 23rd, 2016, Algodones, New Mexico was hit with heavy rains, damaging winds, and flash flooding. Over an inch an hour. Torrential local rain and heavy rains to the north caused the water to move into irrigation ditches, and the flooding began.

Fire

How to Fireproof Your Kitchen

What if we told you there is a room in your house where surface temperatures regularly reach well over 100 degrees? A room with open flames where disaster could strike at any time if you don’t exercise the proper caution? Who would have thought the kitchen could be so dangerous?

Property Damage & Restoration

What is an “Act of God”?

When it comes to homeowner’s insurance, there can be lots of confusion surrounding some terminology, such as an “Act of God.” An Act of God is a legal term often used in insurance, contracts, construction, and more to describe an event, often a natural disaster, for which no human being can be held accountable.

Mold

How Well Ventilated is Your Home?

Few things can negatively impact the enjoyment of your home like mold. Moisture can creep into your home through damaged window panes, gaps in insulation, or through the roof, creating frustrating issues with mold and mildew. Mold can destroy some of the most expensive parts of your home – carpet, furniture, walls – and not […]

Property Damage & Restoration

Around the State with American Restoration

American Restoration Water & Fire is proud to be Albuquerque local since our beginnings. Over the years, we’ve responded promptly (usually within the hour) to emergency calls around the metro area. Our response time paired with our kind service and expert ability have made us a top choice in the city for restoration services in […]

Property Damage & Restoration

Symptoms of Unsafe Electrical Wiring

Faulty, unchecked electrical wiring is one of the most common causes of house fires nationwide. During the winter season, breakers are even more loaded with Christmas lights, mechanical decorations, and the added burden of more hours requiring electrical lighting during these darker months. Being familiar with some of the common warning signs of unsafe wiring […]

Property Damage & Restoration

Holiday Decorating Safety Tips

According to the National Fire Protection Association, an average of 240 home fires in the United States are caused by Christmas trees, and another 200 caused by the decorative lighting that we all love to see at this time of year. The holiday season is often the season of planning- what we will buy for […]

Fire

Cooking Safety Tips to Prevent Kitchen Fires

By some estimates, cooking fires are the number one cause of home fires and home fire injuries in the United States and New Mexico, and these estimates unfortunately increase around holidays. The National Fire Protection Association reports that more dangerous fires start in the kitchen than anywhere else in the home. Your kitchen should be […]

Water

Prepare Your Swamp Cooler Effectively for a Flood Free Summer

When it comes to cost-efficient cooling in dry climates like Albuquerque, nothing is better than a swamp cooler. With warmer weather right around the corner in New Mexico, this is the perfect time to perform some preventative maintenance on your swamp cooler to ensure that you will not have to deal with any flood damage […]

Property Damage & Restoration

Get Ready for Monsoon Season, New Mexico!

The impending rising temperatures of summer mean that New Mexico’s monsoon season is fast approaching. With the powerful rains and winds that hit Albuquerque and the surrounding areas during this time of year, it is important to inspect your home and do some prep work in order to ensure that your space will be safe […]

Water

Why Call in Professionals for Water Damage Repairs

Water damage repair can not only be a dirty job, but one that requires a great deal of skill to execute quickly and effectively. That is just part of why it is essential to enlist the help of IICRC certified professionals that have years of experience in water damage repairs for home and business, like […]