Tips & guides.

Water, fire, smoke and mold — what to do, what to avoid, and when to call.

Restoration technician drying a water-damaged room with professional equipment

Water damage: what to do in the first 24 hours

A burst pipe or flooded basement? Simple steps to stay safe, limit the damage and stop mold before it starts in NYC, Upstate New York and New Jersey homes.

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Mold growth on a wall being inspected by a restoration technician

Mold4 min read

Signs of mold in your home — and why bleach isn't the fix

Musty smell, dark spots or stains after a leak? How to spot mold early, when it's time to call a pro, and why bleach doesn't solve the problem.

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Fire and smoke damaged room being cleaned by a restoration crew

Fire5 min read

After a fire: smoke and soot cleanup, step by step

What to do after a house or kitchen fire — safety, soot, smoke smell and what to leave to the pros. For homes and businesses across NYC, NY and NJ.

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Technicians removing water from a flooded living room after a burst pipe

Water3 min read

How to stop frozen and burst pipes this winter

Cold snaps in New York and New Jersey burst pipes every year. Easy ways to protect your home, and what to do if a pipe bursts.

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Speedy Cleaning & Restoration office team reviewing a job

Insurance4 min read

How insurance claims work with a restoration company

Water, fire, smoke or mold damage? What a claim looks like, what to document, and how Speedy works directly with your insurance company.

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Restoration3 min read

Basement flooding and sewage backups: what to know

Not all water is the same. Why sewage and flood water need special cleanup, what to avoid, and how to protect your basement.

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