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Attic Mold in Spring

Mold- a homeowner’s enemy in the springtime. Because of the combination of snow melting, rain falling, and temperatures rising, spring is one of mold’s favorite seasons. Your attic is one of the most humid areas in your home and the perfect feeding grounds for mold. The moisture and darkness in your attic are some of the best environments for mold. To prevent mold growth in your attic this spring, be sure to follow along for expert tips from the remediation specialists at Soil-Away! What...

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How to Stop Frozen Pipes While You Are Away from Home

It’s important to protect your home in the winter while you are away traveling. Josh from Soil-Away gives some great advice on how to prevent frozen pipes this winter. If you experience frozen pipes in your home or business, don’t hesitate to give the expert restoration team at Soil-Away a call. They are available 24/7/365. Give us a call today at 603.641.6555.

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Space Heater Disasters in Your Home or Business

Space heaters keep us warm and toasty but if not used properly, can wreak havoc in your home or business. Without proper use and precautions, they can cause fire and smoke damage. Listen to Josh from Soil-Away give solid advice on how to prevent this from happening. If you experience a heating source fire in your home or business, call the expert fire, smoke, and soot restoration team at Soil-Away, right away.

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What Do You Do if You Have a Fire or Flood in Your Home?

You have experienced a flood or fire in your home. What do you do now? Listen to Josh Solloway from Soil-Away explain exactly what you need to do in the event of a flood or fire. The fire and flood restoration experts at Soil-Away are available 24/7/365. Give them a call ASAP if you are the victim of a flood or fire in your home or business.

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What to Do When You Have an Ice Dam

Josh Solloway of Soil-Away in Hooksett NH gives helpful tips on what to do if you experience ice dams on your roof at your home or business this winter season. New England winters can be harsh; if you are experiencing any winter water damage such as ice dams and frozen pipes, be sure to give the restoration experts at Soil-Away a call at 603.641.6555.

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What are Puff Backs?

Puff backs occur when an oil burner takes a long time to ignite due to the fumes building up in your furnace. The fume build-up causes an explosion within the burner chamber, leading soot to disperse throughout your home, covering walls, furniture, and anything around.  Puff backs are no small matter and can require extensive clean-up and restoration. Follow along as the Soil-Away restoration experts go over the leading causes of puff backs and how you can prevent them. What Causes...

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Chimney Fire Prevention

During New England winters, it is ideal to be cuddled up by your fireplace during a cold night. Though without proper precaution and maintenance, your cozy warm night can turn into a disaster. According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America, an average of 17,600 chimney fires happen annually in the United States. Follow along as the fire and soot restoration experts at Soil-Away go over chimney fire prevention tips so you can feel safe and secure with your family around the fire this...

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Prepare Your Home for Winter Weather

New England residents are no strangers to harsh winter weather. Though it is common where we live, it is still imperative to prepare your home for winter weather, snow, and ice. Without proper preventative measures, your home could be susceptible to damage. Follow along as the water damage restoration experts at Soil-Away cover the measures you should take to protect your home from serious winter elements.  Guard Water Pipes Before a winter storm, be sure to disconnect and put away...

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Ice Dams 101

We are sure that you have heard the term “ice dam” once or twice before in your life. It is essential for homeowners in climates where it snows to have proper knowledge of ice dams, what they are, what damage they cause, and how to prevent them.  Luckily, the expert remediation team at Soil-Away is here to give you a complete Ice Dam 101; follow along! What Are They? An ice dam is a build-up of snow and ice that gather on the edge of your roof. They typically occur after a snowfall when...

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Space Heater Safety Tips

Colder weather is here, and temperatures will continue to drop. People are grabbing their space heaters out of storage to keep warm. These small heaters are perfect for heating small rooms and spaces quickly and efficiently. Though space heaters are great for keeping you warm and toasty when the weather outside is frightful, they can be very hazardous when you are not aware of how to use them properly. In fact, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says space heaters lead to 25,000 fires...

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Candle Safety 101

Candles can be considered essential to the cozy, New England wintertime aesthetic. As you unwind after a long, cold day, light your candles, and allow the aroma to fill your home. Sounds picturesque, doesn’t it? Though candles are a way of calming and relaxing, it is still an open flame inside of your home when it comes down to the technical side of things. Did you know that according to the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA), just about 3% of all reported home fires are from candles, resulting...

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