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Don't Risk Water Damage, Prepare For Georgia Rain
Georgia rain can be a serious threat to your property's foundation, crawlspace air quality. At First In Restoration we know one thing is...
Handling Water Damage During a Holiday Gathering
Easter Sunday is a holiday that should be about family, delicious food, traditions and making memories, not a surprise waterfall from...
How Landscaping Can Help (or Hurt) Your Home’s Water Damage Risk
Your yard can either protect your foundation or cause major water damage. If you have poor drainage, a sloped yard or have plants too...
Preventing Water Damage: The Importance of Gutter Maintenance
Gutters are your first line of defense when it comes to water damage. For some reason, homeowners kind of put gutter maintenance off when...
Are High Dollar Items Covered in Your Insurance Policy?
First In Restoration knows it's not just about protecting your home's structure from water damage—it's also about your personal items...
Springtime Surprises: Weird Places Water Damage Can Hide in Your Home
We are loving this beautiful spring weather in Georgia. Spring is a time for fresh air, blooming flowers... and finding surprise water...
Handling Plumbing Issues Before They Cause Water Damage
Plumbing problems ma start out small, but fixing them immediately will help prevent major water damage. Even a leaky faucet can cause a...
Protect Your Home with a Rain Garden Bed
Happy National Gardening Day , Georgia! Whether you're a master gardener or just starting out, today’s the day to celebrate. While you're...
3 Surprising Things That Can Lead to Water Damage in Your Georgia Home
At First In Restoration, Georgia’s top-rated water damage restoration company, we’ve seen everything from busted pipes, to roof leaks....
Waterproofing vs. Water Mitigation: What’s the Difference?
Two terms often come up in the water damage world: waterproofing  and water mitigation . While they may sound similar, they serve...
After the Storm: What Heavy Rain in Georgia Could Mean for Your Home
Georgia got hit hard with heavy rain the last two days, soaking everything from rooftops to crawlspaces. For most, it was just another...
Why Does Water Damage Always Seem to Happen at the Worst Time?
Have you ever noticed that water damage never happens when it’s convenient (if there's actually a time that it's convenient) ?  It’s...
How to Prevent Basement Water Damage Before the Next Big Storm
Earlier this week, Georgia got hit with a ton of heavy rain. The pollen count was super high and we needed the rain! However, with rain...
I'm Buying a Home and I'm in Due Diligence: Do Crawlspaces Need Dehumidifiers, Encapsulation and Sump Pumps?
Buying a home is an exciting yet stressful process and during due diligence , you want to make sure you’re making a sound investment. One...
Do I Need a New Roof? What Water Spots on Your Ceiling Could Mean
If you notice off color water spots on your ceiling, that's never a good sign. Now it doesn’t always mean you need a full blown roof...
The Dangers of DIY Plumbing Repairs & When to Call a Pro
So, you’ve got a leaky pipe, a clogged drain, or maybe just a toilet that just won’t stop running. You head to the local hardware store,...
Spring Cleaning Reminder: Don’t Overlook Hidden Water Damage
Spring is the perfect time to refresh your home, a fresh coat of paint, cleaning the deck furniture, clear out all that clutter and...
My Home Has Water Damage: Do I Have to Replace My Cabinets?
So your kitchen or bathroom cabinets have been exposed to water damage. Now you’re wondering: How much is this going to cost? Do I have...
Spinach and Artichoke Dip: A Crowd-Pleasing Favorite
Water damage restoration is our specialty, but we also know that nothing brings people together like a good snack—especially when dealing...
How Does a Sewage Backup Happen?
Sewage backups are gross, smell terrible and are super messy ! But have you ever wondered how they happen ? What Is a Sewage Backup? A...
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