Does your home need build-back and reconstruction services due to a devastating fire, plumbing leaks, or mold remediation? You may be wondering if you need to hire a professional reconstruction company or if you can attempt your home’s restoration as a DIY project. To help you make the best choice for your specific situation, Zona Restoration has addressed a few myths surrounding professional reconstruction services.
Wood surfaces are a haven for mold growth. Mold thrives in damp and cold conditions, conditions likely to be present alongside moisture. Wooden surfaces are very prone to moisture, and consequently, can cause a lot of mold buildup if not treated correctly and timely.Wooden floors and decks in your home can be the perfect place for mold to thrive. You should first remove existing mold and moisture wherever possible. You can remove mold by using these:Borax can remove mold very effectively because it’s highly alkaline. An alkaline surface makes the pH level of a surface very undesirable for mold growth.Sporicidin is essentially a disinfectant. You can comfortably use it on walls, wood, and floors. Clean any wooden surface first before you apply sporicidin.You can also use vinegar to kill mold. Vinegar’s light acid content can kill all types of household fungus and mold. There are more treatments. Using specialized chemical cleaners can … Continued
Mold is a serious look-killer. Any homeowner who cares about the aesthetics of their home will feel repelled by mold, but you can only do so much and so often.Cleaning mold off the walls is a two-step process. You first have to target and control moisture buildup and also remove the existing mold. Clearing off existing mold is fairly easy, all you need is some water and an agent like bleach. Controlling moisture, however, is an entirely different problem to tackle.Before any of that, however, you should familiarize yourself with the types of mold. Note that mildew is not mold.Black mold arises due to excessive moisture. It usually happens on the inside of the house. Moisture damage to the wallboard is the quickest way to get black mold. Abundant black mold should be removed with caution as some species of it can produce mycotoxins (like all other fungi can).White mold … Continued
Cleaning up after a fire can be devastating when the reality of what you lost in the fire sets in. Surviving fire damage should feel comforting, but when the smoke and the smell that follow set in, getting rid of them from clothes, fabrics, and furniture can seem like a hopeless task.While the fire damage restoration company handles all the undertaking and you want to eliminate the smoky smell yourself, there are some things you can do for the odor-eliminating task.There are several things to keep in mind while removing the smoke damage and the smell from fabrics. The following steps will guide you to eliminate the smell left by the smoke fast and safely from clothes, furniture, and all the other household items.Smoke damage restoration processThe longer the smell of smoke is left on the garments, the more difficult it becomes to get rid of it. Smoke smell restoration … Continued
Ozone, also known as O3, is a gas compound that consists of three oxygen atoms. It occurs as a natural compound and can also be manufactured synthetically. At Zona Restoration, we use ozone treatments to remove difficult and stubborn odors from homes across the Phoenix area. If you’re not familiar with ozone treatments, these three frequently asked questions may help you understand how it works, and why it’s an effective odor removal method.
Insurance will most likely only work when you have done your due diligence. This includes taking care of any sources of water leakage or seepage, if possible, manually. Stop water from flowing and ascertain the damage. If the damage is evaluated to be high, then you can claim insurance for the same.Of course, water damage has to be covered by your home insurance policy for you to be eligible to raise a request.When all prerequisites are met, call your insurance agent to report your water damage claim. Now, schedule a meeting with the adjuster to determine the costs involved. Here, the costs mean deciding which one will be more economically feasible: going for a replacement or ACV.You might need to hire a professional water damage cleanup company. They will be able to better determine the costs involved.Damaged possessions, if any, should be pictured. Also click photos of the affected region. … Continued
Most of the furniture won’t be ruined if some water gets on it for a few minutes. Although, if your furniture gets damp and stays wet for a long time, it can be harmful and can cause damage to the wood. To prevent damage, it is in your best interest to prevent moisture from coming into contact with the furniture.Damp wood is not a good thing in any household. It can not only damage your furniture, floor, and other surfaces but can also become a breeding ground for infestation of mold and other fungi, as well as stuff like termites. Needless to say, all of these lead to health hazards.But what happens when the wood gets wet? Just know that when the moisture content of the wood reaches 20%, the wood will start to rot. But the rotting of wood is a slow process where the growth of fungi will … Continued
Not only does lead pose a health risk to you and your family, but it can also significantly decrease the value of your Phoenix property. If you do have lead in your home, you will want to take steps to safely prevent it from becoming loose and being inhaled by members of your family. The team at Zona Restoration has been assisting families since 2012 with our lead removal services. Taking these steps will keep your family, and your home, safe from the dangers of lead.
Black mold is a type of mold that thrives in damp conditions such as the bathroom. It starts off with spots and grows to large patches. Black mold is classically seen as a disease-causing horror in any household. The truth is that it’s no more toxic or harmful than any other type of mold, including white, green, or blue mold.Black mold, however, is the most despicable of the lot.Improperly cleaned, damp, and musty corners in a home are a cause of diseases and mold. It’s not like black mold can appear in perfectly clean and dry conditions and then cause health issues.Some species of mold, including those of black mold, can cause specific types of toxins that can indeed affect the health of the people and pets in a household if interacted with. That’s why killing black mold in your shower is important for your health.Depending on what organic matter … Continued
Finding lead in your Phoenix home may not be as uncommon as you think, especially if it was built in the 1970s or earlier. Lead-based paint was very popular for painting homes before it was banned in 1978. Left undisturbed, lead paint will not cause any harm to you or your family. If you do find lead paint that is chipped, cracked, or peeling off, that is definitely a cause for concern. At Zona Restoration, we recommend following these first three steps to safely mitigate any potential hazards caused by lead in your Chandler home. Our next blog post will cover the other three steps.1. Do Not DisturbThe first thing you need to do if you find lead-based paint in your home is to leave it alone. Try your best not to disturb it. If needed, place a sign on the wall or structure that contains the lead-based paint as … Continued