“The BEST company you hope to never hav
“The BEST company you hope to never have to call” 1-800 Water Damage of WNC. Water, Mold, or Sewage, we take care of them all! Call (828)398-4027 today!
High humidity and strong musty odors may
High humidity and strong musty odors may be an indicator that you have mold. Call for a free mold inspection today! (828)398-4027
We want to hear from you! Please share y
We want to hear from you! Please share your water damage experiences with us. Doesn’t have to be a job that we did.
IICRC Certified Firm
The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) has served as the Industry Guardian for the cleaning, inspection and restoration service industries for more than 30 years. As a non-profit certification organization, the IICRC helps ensure that you have access to trusted and trained cleaning professionals by establishing and monitoring certification programs and standards for these industries. To qualify for IICRC-Certification Firm status businesses must demonstrate proof of insurance, maintain a written customer complaint policy with documented follow-up and provide ongoing education and training leading to certification for all technicians. IICRC Certified firms are also required to abide by the IICRC Code of Ethics. 1-800-Water Damage of WNC has been a certified firm for 3 years. The certifications we currently hold are, Water Remediation Technician, Applied Structural Drying, and Antimicrobial Remediation Technician.
For more information go to www.IICRC.org
Sewer Problems? Call MSD First!
When a MSD customer has sewer problems, the resident should first contact the MSD. MSD will dispatch a crew to check the main sewer. If there is a cleanout at the public right-of-way, MSD will also inspect the cleanout to determine the location of the blockage in the service line. MSD will clean the stoppage if it is in the main MSD sewer line or the portion of the service line in the public right of way. If the stoppage is in the private property section of the service line, District personnel will notify the owner and advise if a plumber should be called.
Source: Metropolitan Sewage District of Buncombe County
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By: Diane Holmes © 1-800 Water Damage
1-800-928-3732
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: February 18, 2013
1-800 Water Damage Announces New Location
Local Restoration Company to expand capacity and keep it green 
1-800 Water Damage is proud to announce the opening of their new eco-friendly headquarters located in the former Square D facility of which was repurposed into now what is known as the: Blue Ridge Business Center, in Asheville, N.C.
“During our search process for a new location, we focused on finding a previously developed site that was restored through recycling an industrial building; close in proximity to our service area, resulting in a reduced carbon footprint” said: Nathan Holmes
Why?
“As a local green restoration firm, we strive to do the right thing locally and globally, because in the end we all live downstream. We realize using eco-friendly plant based products, recycling, repurposing materials just aren’t enough,” said Diane and Nathan Holmes, owners of 1-800 Water Damage WNC. “The answer has a lot to do with environmental improvement and the idea of sustainability. Sustainability considerations like restoration are among the company’s top priorities.”
About 1-800 Water Damage ®
1-800 Water Damage is WNC’s leading green restoration firm with services such as: Water damage, mold damage, structural drying, odor control, containment, thermal imaging and sewage clean up. The company’s motto, “The best company you hope you never have to call”™ captures its mission to ensure customer satisfaction and happy customers during a time of crisis. 1-800 Water Damage works with all insurance companies, home and business owners, property managers as well as residential and commercial clients. We stand by our commitment to be onsite within 90 minutes of your call as immediate response is essential during a time of crisis.
In addition to our quality services, 1-800 Water Damage takes pride in giving back to the community through volunteer hours to local charities such as: Habitat for Humanity Women Build, ABCCM, Professional Women in Building Scholarship Fund, and LEAF in schools and streets. For more information please visit: 1800WaterDamage.com
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By: Kim Basham © 1-800 Water Damage
1-800-928-3732
Don’t suffer during the dry months. Here’s how to put the moisture back into your home, and your body:
During these dry months of winter consider using a humidifier. Running a humidifier in your home/office will add moisture to dry, heated air. The moistened air will help keep your skin, mouth, and nose hydrated, and helps prevent those nasty static shocks. Ideally, aim for a comfortable winter humidity level of between 30% and 50%. Don’t turn up the humidifier higher than that, though, or you could develop another problem — mold, fungi, dust mites, and other tiny critters. Also keep your humidifier clean so that it doesn’t send dust and germs discharging into your house.
By: Kim Basham © 1-800 Water Damage
Local: 828-398-4027
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NC is the only state not requiring water damage prevention valves, thus resulting in extensive costly insurance claims.
It’s not rocket science that North Carolinian’s deal with extensive water damage every year. Did you know NC is the only state not requiring water damage prevention with pvc, thus resulting in more water damage claims annually?
Failure of valves associated with water hammer can cause your washing machine to over flow, ice maker line and/or dishwasher to flood your kitchen. We don’t plan to fail, we fail to plan. Call a professional today, and prevent what could easily be- tomorrows disaster.
The professionals at 1-800 Water Damage are available 24/7 & 365 days a year to respond to your disaster. Our certified technician’s will be on site within 90 minutes of your call, rest assured we work with all insurance companies and utilize a “green” approach to restoring your home/business with minimal loss and green products.
With offices located in Asheville, NC and serving: Buncombe, Haywood, Henderson & Transylvania counties; our office’s never close and are always ready to help!
Special thanks to: Sioux Chief in providing quality products made in the USA and valuable water damage prevention tips.
By: Kim Basham 1-800 Water Damage Find us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/1800WaterDamageWNC
Local: 828-398-4027
Understanding Water Damage
If you have experienced some sort of water intrusion in your home or office, it is critical that you begin the clean up process as quickly as possible. Water damage can be deceptive. Water penetrates into structural cavities creating trapped pockets of saturation.
The detection of water in these areas can often only be discovered with sophisticated
moisture detection meters and thermography.
Undetected moisture will continue to cause damage.
This damage, at a minimum, will cause odors. Greater damage will surface when materials delaminate, shrink, split and further deteriorate to where costly repairs are required.
More than just removing excess water, cleantrust-certified restorers have the knowledge and equipment to further dry a home or facility (including substructure materials) completely back to pre-loss conditions. Through timely response and the careful monitoring of water damage, mold and other health issues can be prevented. If water damage has been present too long, mold will occur.
Don’t delay!
All IICRC-certified professionals have the training and experience to identify moisture sources, evaluate mold growth (visible or suspected), contain damage, remove contamination and dry materials to ensure that mold will not return.¹
1-800 Water Damage employs certified professionals, ensuring your peace of mind.
Call for a free inspection! We work with all insurance companies, homeowners and business’s, commercial and industrial.
1-800 Water Damage or local WNC: 828-398-4027
By: Kim Basham
Source: ¹ IICRC
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Quick Tips For Fall Home Maintenance
1. Clean out the gutters
This fall be sure to inspect and clean your gutters free from any leaves, twigs and other foliage a few times throughout the season. Clogged gutters combined with heavy rains can result in costly water damage
2.Check for indoor air leaks
Prevent heat or cooled air from escaping your home this season. Seal drafty windows, doors and walls. Install caulk or weatherstripping to any areas that air can escape. Taking care of the drafty windows and doors can save you up to 10% on your heating and cooling bills.
3. Get your heating system inspected
There’s nothing worse than turning on your heat and it not perform as you had expected. Have your heating system inspected today, have peace of mind, save time and money while the weather is still mild.
4. Change out furnace filters
Changing or cleaning your filters regularly will help you increase the efficiency and life expectancy of your furnace while helping you save money on energy costs.
5. Ensure proper insulation and/or add additional
Warm air rises, so most of your home’s heat loss is through the roof. Add an extra blanket of insulation on top of your existing layer. The added insulation can only help save you on your energy costs all year long.
By: Kim Basham with 1-800-Water Damage
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