They say cleanliness is next to godliness. If that’s true, it’s time to take a long, hard look at your carpet. Whether at home or in the office, a clean carpet lets guests know that you care about the little things (although most carpets aren’t all that little).  Of course, your first thought may be to do it yourself. If

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The holidays are a great time to travel and reunite with distant loved ones or take that much-needed relaxing vacation. And the last thing you want to be doing on your holiday retreat is worrying about water damage. After all, going on vacation over the holidays should alleviate your stress–not add to it. Here are a few go-to tips for

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Flooding is terrifying, and both the immediate and long-lasting effects can be stressful to navigate. Within the first 24 hours, it’s crucial to know what to do and how to best respond to prevent further damage to your home. Luckily, there are a few key action steps you can take immediately after a flood to minimize damage and get back

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For most of the year, Florida residents enjoy beautiful weather. But occasionally, temperatures can drop to near or below freezing, setting up the perfect scenario for frozen or burst pipes. Water can freeze at 32 degrees Fahrenheit, although it would take several hours. If you know temperatures are going to drop that low, you shouldn’t wait to act. There are

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Your home is supposed to be your safe haven. So when water seeps into places where it doesn’t belong, your safe haven becomes a soggy nightmare. The good news? Water damage specialists are trained to mitigate and revive your home or business.  We know what you’re thinking: aren’t mitigation and restoration the same thing? The answer is no. While plenty

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When hearing the words fire damage, most people think about charred wood or ash. But there’s more to it than that. Soot and smoke damage also fall into this category.  We know what you’re thinking: why should I care about the different types of damage? You should care because not all fire damage is permanent or requires reconstruction. A lot

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There you are going on with life when your home catches fire in Tampa Bay. After your loved ones and pets have been safely evacuated and the smoke clears, you see the extent of the damage and start to panic. Not only is there substantial fire and smoke damage, but there’s water damage too! If you’re unsure what to do

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If you’re not sure if carpet padding can be dried after water damage, you’ve come to the right place. The truth is, it depends on two factors: the amount of water and how long the pad has been wet. When water is involved, time is always of the essence. Besides being extremely heavy, carpet padding is very hard to dry.

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When you manage a large commercial property, preparing for water related disasters is essential. Don’t take the risk of not having a plan in place to combat water damage. They’re much more common than businesses and homeowners realize.  Establishing a disaster plan to protect the value of your commercial establishment will help eliminate potential health hazards to tenants and may

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If you have to choose a property damage restoration company, the last thing you want to do is choose a company without doing research. No matter what you’ve heard, all restoration companies are not the same. To give you peace of mind when you need it, here are ten reasons why DRIRITE is one of the best options for Tampa

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