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Navigating Your Water Loss

January 9, 2018 By Modern Remodeling

As drastically low temperatures return, so do the influx of emergency calls for water damage. The most common culprit? A burst pipe. When water freezes, it expands, and weak metal or plastic pipes that aren’t insulated burst, resulting in significant water damage to your home.

What makes water damage losses so severe is the potential for mold. Anything water touches is a threat which is why time is of the essence. While, you wait for a professional like Modern to mitigate your loss, you can follow these steps to reduce and contain damage.

What To Do After Flooding

  • Remove excess water by mopping and blotting.
  • Wipe excess water from wood furniture after removal of lamps and tabletop items.
  • Remove and prop wet upholstery and cushions.
  • Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
  • Turn air conditioning on for maximum drying in summer.
  • Remove colored rugs from wet carpeting.
  • Remove art objects to a safe, dry place.
  • Gather loose items from floors.

What NOT To Do After Flooding

  • Don’t leave wet fabrics in place. Hang furs and leather goods.
  • Don’t leave books, magazines or other colored items on wet carpet or floors.
  • Don’t use your household vacuum to remove water.
  • Don’t use television or other household appliances.
  • Don’t turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet, and keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging.

If you find yourself with water damage, call us at 410-569-1732 or contact us. We are available 24/7 for your immediate needs.

Filed Under: Restoration, Storm Damage, Uncategorized, Water Damage Tagged With: burst pipes, emergency services, mitigation, modern remodeling, modern remodeling baltimore, restoration services baltimore, water damage, watermitigation

4 Reasons a New Roof Could Fail

June 9, 2017 By Modern Remodeling

When you put on a new roof, you expect it to last at least 20-years. Having the right contractor for the job is critical in getting your money’s worth.  A properly installed roof takes time and is not cheap — it’s truly an investment in your home. But if a contractor cuts corners either due to inexperience or to give you the cheapest price just to get the job, a new roof could fail. Here are some things to consider if you have recently put on a new roof and are experiencing problems.

  1. Poor installation. Even if a contractor installs the best shingle available, if it’s not installed correctly, the roof can fail. Using a contractor who is experienced in installing a particular manufacturer’s product is important because they have experience with the products and know how things like the manufacturer’s roof deck protection, leak barriers, and ventilation all work together to help protect your home.
  2. Inadequate ventilation. A properly balanced attic ventilation system* helps to keep your roof healthy. A combination of intake, which allows cool, fresh air to enter the attic and exhaust, which pushes hot, moist air out, is needed. During the hot summer months, improper ventilation can contribute to damaging heat and moisture build up in the attic. In the winter, improper ventilation can be a factor in the formation of ice dams. Make sure your contractor addresses ventilation in your home and inspects the attic space.
  3. Skimping on materials. Don’t just choose the cheapest bid, as that can come at a price if a contractor skimps on items such as edge metal, sealants, or leak barriers. Ask contractors what materials they use. If a contractor is skimping on important items like sealants and leak barriers, paying a bit more upfront may be worth it.
  4. Cutting corners on flashing. Some contractors think chimney flashings are installed more for design than function, so they may cut corners and just use caulk to seal. Caulk can break down over time and can cause water to enter the home through the flashing. Step flashing combined with counter flashing is a good way for your contractor to waterproof a chimney, skylight, or wall. It takes more labor to do the job right, so you need to understand that cutting corners just puts your home at risk — and could cost more in the long run.

If you have questions about your roof, feel free to contact us! We are happy to help, even if we did not install it.

Filed Under: Hail Damage, Restoration, Roofing, Storm Damage, Uncategorized Tagged With: modern remodeling, new roof issues, new roof leaking, new roof problem

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