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When facing water damage from sewage backup or flooding, mold issues, or the aftermath of a fire, it's natural to have questions. That’s why First In Restoration has assembled a comprehensive resource collection to help you find the answers you need quickly. Don't see a topic you're looking for? Reach out and we will reply quickly.
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Protecting Your Property from Storm Damage in Gwinnett County
Living in Georgia you get great weather most of the time, but it also means occasional storms, and often times they turn pretty severe....


Document Water Damage for a Successful Insurance Claim
Water damage can be stressful, but proper documentation is the key to ensuring your insurance claim is approved quickly and fairly. The...


Spring Into Action: 5 Essential Home Maintenance Tips for New Homeowners in Georgia
As spring showers approach, these helpful home maintenance tips for new Georgia homeowners will help. As a Georgia homeowner you need to...


Prevent Basement Flooding! Check Your Sump Pump Before Spring Weather Hits Georgia
It's March! Which means that spring is right around the corner and April showers  are about to make their appearance (and let's be...


Water Everywhere? Here’s How to Find Your Main Water Shut-Off Valve FAST!
Water is beautiful. It's necessary. It's great—until it’s flooding your home, ripping through your kitchen, soaking your new carpet or...


DIY? DI-DON'T! Call First In Restoration for Your Water Damage
Did your house just have a water disaster? Maybe a pipe burst, your washing machine decided to revolt or maybe your sump pump decided to...


How to File a Water Damage Insurance Claim Without Hassle
Water damage is a total nightmare as a homeowner. Who do you call? What do you do first? Dealing with insurance claims  doesn’t have to...


The Dangers of a Flooded Crawl Space: How Moisture Affects Your Georgia Home’s Foundation
Did you know there could be a hidden problem under your home? It’s cold, moist, dark, it’s damp and it could be causing your home some...


Don’t Let Mold Move In! Learn How to Keep Your Home Mold-Free
Mold is like that one Uncle who shows up uninvited, eats all your snacks and never leaves. Except mold doesn’t just overstay its...


How to Handle the 5 Most Common Types of Water Damage in Your Home
Water damage in your home can be a real headache, but don't worry—we've got your back! Let's break down the five most common types of...


Prevent Your Property from Georgia Spring Storms: 3 Must-Know Water Damage Prevention Tips
It's March! That means spring is almost here! While the season brings sunshine and blooming flowers, it also brings heavy rain, basement...


Reconstruction: Putting Homes & Commercial Spaces Back Together Like It Never Happened
So, your property took a hit. It's the worst feeling, we've been there. Maybe it was a busted pipe, a darned old sneaky roof leak, or a...


Clean Water vs. Contaminated Water: Why It Matters in Water Damage Restoration
Water is water, right? Not at all! When your home suddenly turns into an indoor swimming pool thanks to a busted pipe or broken sump pump...


The Water Damage Restoration Process: What to Expect
Whether your water damage was caused by a pipe burst, leaking appliance or heavy rain time is of the essence. Acting quickly is essential...


Loganville Recovering from Water Damage Months After Hurricane Helene
In September 2024, Hurricane Helene  brought heavy rainfall and severe flooding to Loganville, Georgia, and its surrounding areas of...


Why Insurance Companies Prefer IICRC-Certified Water Restoration Experts
When dealing with water damage, insurance companies prioritize working with IICRC-certified  water restoration experts. The Institute of...


Why Choosing a Local Veteran-Owned Water Restoration Business Matters
We hope that you never have a water emergency. But when water damage strikes, choosing the right restoration company can make all of the...


It's Been Raining for Two Days—Is My Home in Danger of Water Damage?
Heavy rain can be a your worst nightmare as a home or business owner, especially if your property isn’t properly prepared for extended...
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