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What to Do in the First 24 Hours After a Water Emergency in Utah
In the first 24 hours after a water emergency, stop the source if safe, document damage, and call 24/7 restoration for extraction and drying. CDS responds across Utah.
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Why Your Pipes Burst in Winter: The Science Behind Freezing Water in Pipes
Pipes burst in winter because freezing water expands and creates pressure between an ice blockage and a closed faucet or valve. The pipe may split at a weak point, then release large amounts of water…
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Water Restoration 101: Everything Homeowners Need to Know
Water damage restoration stops the source, extracts standing water, dries and monitors affected materials, cleans the area, and repairs damage. Fast action can limit structural deterioration, mold growth, and the amount of material that must…
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How to Fix A Bathroom Floor That Is Rotting
December 12, 2023 | Posted By: Jared Horton{featured_image: aspect-ratio: auto 16 / 9}A bathroom is one of the most frequently used spaces in our homes, but it's also one of the most vulnerable to water damage. Over time, the constant exposure to moisture and humidity can lead to a common problem that many homeowners dread: a rotting bathroom floor. Not only is a rotting bathroom floor unsightly,…
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Water Damaged Baseboards: How To Fix Them
June 7, 2023 | Posted By: Jared Horton{featured_image: aspect-ratio: auto 16 / 9}Lightly water-damaged baseboards can often be repaired if they dry quickly and remain structurally sound. Swollen, soft, crumbling, moldy, or repeatedly wet baseboards usually need replacement, and the moisture source and area behind the trim must be addressed first. Last updated: July 30, 2026 Assessing the Damage Start by closely examining the water-damaged baseboards. Look…
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How Do You Get Mildew Smell Out Of Carpet?
March 22, 2023 | Posted By: Jared Horton{featured_image: aspect-ratio: auto 16 / 9}Have you ever walked into a room and realized that something doesn’t smell fresh? And as you investigate, you find that your carpet has an odor, and that it may be from mildew. Mildew is a fungus that grows in moist environments. It forms when water from leaks or spills sits on the carpet, and…
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How To Fix Water Damage on Hardwood Floors
November 28, 2022 | Posted By: Jared Horton{featured_image: aspect-ratio: auto 16 / 9}Hardwood floors enhance your home's beauty and help keep it warm. But they are not water resistant and can easily become water damaged. Removing excess water quickly is the best way to prevent long-term damage. Depending on the circumstances, however, this may not be possible. If this is where you find yourself, call us today!…
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How To Winterize Your Home For When You Are Away
November 5, 2021 | Posted By: Jared Horton{featured_image: aspect-ratio: auto 16 / 9}If you will be away from home, whether just for the holidays for a week or two, or for a month or two, winterizing your home should be one of your top priorities this fall. Preparing your home, especially your water pipes, for the cold season will help prevent any accidents and damages. These damages…
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