When the rainy season comes, water damage is inevitable for some homes. And where water is present, mold is not far behind – if it’s not treated property.

Many times, a homeowner may not even be aware that they have a leak until they go to do a home renovation project, or they notice a funny smell emanating from a closet, for example. When mold is discovered, it must be removed. It’s at this point that many homeowners wonder, “How much does mold removal cost?”

Actually, as with most home repair project, it depends – on . . .

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Water, water everywhere.

If this is what your basement looks like, your first instinct may be to panic – understandably so. But knowledge is power, so following are some tips for dealing with a flooded basement to keep the panic at bay. You can have a bottle of wine later to deal with the stress…

Shut Off Water Supply: This helps to prevent further damage if the cause of the flood was from inside the home (eg, a busted pipe).

Call in the Experts: Once you shut off the water, call a water damage company. A quick search of the internet should give you a few options from which to choose. What they find can help you with any insurance claims you may decide to file later because they can provide a full, professional assessment of the damage.

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