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Winter brings its share of challenges, but with these expert tips many common issues can be avoided. Check out these tips for preparing your customers’ homes for the winter season. From winterizing plumbing and maintaining indoor temperatures to preventing ice dams and electrical fires, discover how to safeguard their property effectively.

Infrared thermal imaging has revolutionized our industry over the past decade. Initially clunky and prohibitively expensive, today's advanced handheld cameras are both accessible and affordable. Learn how these devices are used to observe temperature differentials and discover the various applications across industries. Understand why resolution matters, the importance of choosing the right camera for your needs and how education can enhance your professional expertise.

Join industry expert Shawn Havalotti in this episode of "Ask the Expert" as he delves into the leading causes of commercial water damage, shares his extensive industry knowledge, and provides practical prevention strategies that every commercial property owner should know. Say goodbye to unexpected water damage surprises. 

Water damage can devastate stored belongings in storage units. Even minor leaks can quickly flood units, making water damage one of the biggest threats to items in storage. Learn about the causes of water damage, repair strategies, and preventive measures to protect your clients' valuable belongings.

Discover how test and measurement tools can revolutionize PPE decisions in restoration. Learn about the essential instruments, such as thermal cameras, moisture meters and air-quality detectors, that provide critical data for assessing hazards and selecting appropriate protective equipment. 

Learn how to effectively identify and remove non-salvageable materials during the mitigation process. This step-by-step guide, powered by KnowHow, covers everything from assessing damage to safe disposal, ensuring your restoration work is thorough, safe and compliant with regulations. 

Removing laminate flooring during water mitigation is a crucial task to prevent further damage and prepare for restoration. This weekly how-to guide, powered by KnowHow, provides a detailed step-by-step process to help you handle this task safely and efficiently.

Water-damaged hardwood floors can spell disaster for any home. As a restorer, knowing the precise steps to assess, remove, and dispose of damaged flooring is essential. This detailed guide, powered by KnowHow, walks you through every phase of the process, from securing adjuster approval to cleaning the subfloor.

When a storm hits, emergency shoring is crucial to stabilize damaged structures and prevent further disasters. Learn the essential steps for effective shoring, from gathering materials to positioning supports.

Handling water-damaged carpet can be tricky, proper removal is crucial for successful restoration and a healthy environment. In this how-to guide, powered by KnowHow, learn more about assessing damage, proper disposal and more.