Diamond Sidestones

Saturday, April 14, 2012

Contaminated water know what you are dealing with

The reasons why your home is suffering from water damage can be numerous, but the most common causes are likely to include, burst or leaking pipes, a burst river, large quantities of melted snow and even water used by the fire department to quell a nearby fire. All this water can find its way into your home through various ways, such as up through the floor, or through a cracked or damaged exterior wall. That is when your home will be in need of water damage restoration Atlanta.

There are three different types of water and you should familiarize yourself with the different classifications in order to fully understand what you are dealing with when it comes to flood damage. The three types of water are known as clean, grey and black.

Clean water is water that should not pose a risk to public health and usually comes from a home’s fresh cold water supply, usually via a burst pipe.

Grey water is more dangerous and has the ability to cause mild sickness in human beings and animals alike, the main sources of grey water are, toilets bowls, leaky washing machines and dishwashers.

Black water as the name suggests is the most dangerous of the three and will contain raw sewage and in turn will expose humans and animals to various dangerous bacteria and will cause severe illness and even death.

A good water damage restoration Atlanta company will be able to tell exactly what type of water you are dealing with and they will be able to take the appropriate actions to correct the damage. This will leave your home germ and water free and in a livable condition once again.

Dealing with a waterlogged carpet

If you have arrived home or woken in the middle of a storm to discover that your home has become the latest victim to suffer from flood damage then you may also discover that your carpeting has in fact become waterlogged. This can be a depressing experience as carpeting can be an expensive item to replace.

That is why it is a good idea to have the necessary home contents insurance to cover you in the event of your home suffering from wet carpet Atlanta. Of course if you consider the damage is minimal then hiring a professional carpet cleaning vacuum can be a cost effective way in which you can deal with the problem yourself. However, if the amount of water that has invaded your home and in turn has soaked your flooring then you may find that you will need to hire a wet carpet Atlanta remediation company to put it right.

There are plenty of companies who will offer you the best service when it comes to wet carpet Atlanta remediation. Mostly it will be a simple process that involves extracting the water from the carpet by the means of powerful vacuums. To make sure that the carpet is completely dry then they may well separate the carpet from its backing as this will speed up the drying process. Speed in drying the water damage carpet is essential in order to prevent the growth of mold, which can quickly overwhelm a carpet and damage it beyond repair.

So in order to doubly make sure that mold is not a problem most carpet remediation companies will spray the carpet with an anti-fungal spray after the drying and cleaning process is completed.

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Flooded Basements

There have been many cases of basement floods in Atlanta due to heavy rains over the past few years. Professional help has therefore been of great use. Whether the problem involves a pool or slow leakage your electrical equipment and stored items are in danger of destruction, not to forget the potential illness due to mold growth. It is possible to have water problem even with a new house basement

On average a home owner claims water damage of $5000. For homes with finished basement, this may be higher as the damage could be more costly. Total annual claims may be in the tune of a billion dollars.

We are available 24 hrs a day all days

  1. We use powerful pumps for water removal
  2. We also use high efficiency blowers and air drying equipment
  3. We have injectors to move air in the finished basements
  4. Items that cannot be saved are removed by our technicians
  5. We employ cleaners that kill bacteria and deter mold growth

Our method is certified and eliminates any risks to health. The biggest concern is the mixing of flood water with sewage water. The other concern is the molds that can cause harm if spores are inhaled. The danger of electric shocks from wet wires is also our concern. It s obvious the effects could be disastrous if there is no fats action. This is why we are ready at any time.

The many cause of basement flooding include: poor drainage, heavy downpour, sewage backflow, sump pump malfunction, foundation weakness, and water leaks and pipes breakage. We are able to identify the cause of the problem and prevent further damage. We remove any goods and especially undamaged one to save them from damage during repair. Removal of the items eliminates potential microbial problems.  For flooding and sewage contamination, we sanitize the place and the affected equipments to make it safe or you.


Is there anything you can do as you wait for us? Yes, keep off the basement if electrical wires and appliances are affected. If power can be switched off from elsewhere apart from the basement please switch off. For a gas leak, you need to vacate the house and inform the gas company. The floods in the basement could be contaminated and it is therefore advisable you use rubber boots to get in.

Friday, March 9, 2012

Organic Body Plugs

One form of body modification that has become more popular in society today is that of piercings that are stretched. Most commonly, these piercings can be seen in the ears. Once an individual has made the decision that, they want to go through with the process of ear stretching they have to take into account the best type of jewelry that is available to feel and assist in the stretching of those piercings. The best and most increasingly popular forms of body modification jewelry available are the organic plugs.

These body plugs are being created with a number of organic materials that vary depending on the desire of the customer.

What are other reasons that people are choosing to turn to organic body plugs over the standard materials that have always been used? The uses of a number of organic materials make this form of body plugs more familiar for those that are potentially allergic. The chance of there being any allergic reactions to these organic materials is very low. When considering an form of body piercing it is important to take into account the health factors, being allergic to the jewelry that you use would not only hinder your desire to enhance one’s appearance, but could cause serious physical harm if the wrong materials are used.

If you are in the market for organic plugs, then there is a wide variety available in materials that range from glass, to stone, to organic wood and many others. These plugs are not only unique, but also made of quality materials that are not going to cause an allergic reaction in the majority of the people that wear them. If you decide piercing, and ear stretching is for you, then search out high quality organic plugs to show of your new found individuality.