Space Heater Safety Tips

Space heaters can be a simple, effective way to heat your home, but they also come with risks. It’s important to be aware of these risks and know how to prevent them. The experts at American Restoration are here with a few space heater safety tips to help you ensure your family stays warm and […]

Property Damage & Restoration

Christmas Light Safety: Statistics and Tips, From LED Lights to Ladder Safety

It’s time for the holidays, which means the arrival of festive décor and Christmas lights. As much as everyone loves Christmas decorations, they aren’t always easy to put up or even take down. The team at American Restoration is here with a few tips to ensure your holiday season is both merry and safe! Decorating […]

Fire

Tips to Prevent Water & Fire Damage This Holiday Season

The holidays are a time of joy, but they can also be hectic. Disasters can happen when you least expect them to. Being prepared is always important, especially when you know you have more on your plate. Here are a few tips on preventing water and fire damage this holiday season, according to the experts […]

Fire

Deep Fryer Fires: Deep Frying Your Turkey?

The holidays are here, which means families are getting ready to fill their plates with turkey. Holiday meal preparation also comes with risks, especially when frying a turkey. Turkey fryer fires are, unfortunately, a common occurrence during the holidays. If you plan to fry a turkey in the upcoming weeks, here are a few tips […]

Mold

What Kind of Mold is Safe to Clean Yourself

Keeping your home a safe space for you and your family is crucial. While owning a home, certain situations can arise that need a quick resolution, one of those being mold that you find. The experts at American Restoration are here to help you identify different types of molds, know which ones are safe to […]

Fire

Common Situations That Lead to Electrical Fires in Your Home

Taking care of a home comes with added responsibilities. Ensuring your home is free of fire dangers is critical. It may come as a surprise, but electrical triggers commonly cause house fires and fire damage. The experts at American Restoration are here to help you identify these risks and keep your home and family safe. […]

Property Damage & Restoration

The Dangers of Fallen Leaves

It is now Fall in New Mexico, and with the changing seasons comes the falling of leaves. Fall leaves may be beautiful, but dry leaves in your yard can lead to several fire hazards. Thankfully, the experts at American Restoration are here with a few tips to help prevent the fire hazards caused by dry […]

Fire

Returning To Your Home After Fire Damage

Thousands of homeowners experience fire damage to their homes each year. Beyond the emotional trauma, the homeowner endures, they also are left to pick up the pieces after the fire. When returning to your home after a fire, there are many things to remember. Here’s what the experts at American Restoration think you should know. […]

Fire

Fire Dangers and Fall Changeover

Fall is a wonderful time of the year with crisp weather and changing leaves. With temperature changes comes the yearly changeover from cooling to heating, which means switching to your furnace. It may come as a surprise, but heating equipment is the most common cause of house fires. The experts at American Restoration recommend you […]

Smoke

How to Properly Maintain Smoke Detectors

Smoke detectors are an important aspect of a safe home. Detectors are one of your first defenses against home fires and fire damage. When properly installed and maintained, smoke detectors can alert you to the first signs of smoke and help prevent any risks to your home and your health. Here are a few steps […]

Asbestos

Asbestos Safety after Fire Damage

House fires can be devastating. The aftermath of a house fire is daunting, to say the least. Most turn their attention to recover and rebuild; however, there are certain risk factors, one deadly factor being asbestos. Asbestos is a mineral fiber that occurs in rock and soil. Asbestos was commonly used as a ubiquitous ingredient […]

Smoke

Toxic Smoke Dangers

When it comes to house fires, your home is not the only thing that can be affected; There is a danger beyond the flames that many are unaware of. Toxic smoke created by fires can pose risks to those exposed, even after the fact. Here are a few things to know about deadly smoke dangers. […]