Finding Purpose After Service: Our Owner’s Story on the Restoration Today Podcast

This Veterans Day, our owner, Chris Kushmaul, was invited to share his story on the Restoration Today podcast highlighting his journey from U.S. Army infantry officer to the owner of Restoration 1 of ...

When hurricane Ian churned through the southern United States last year, the damage in its wake was shocking. This sudden, catastrophic event not only claimed 148 lives but also destroyed homes, busin...

The promise of spring’s arrival is a welcome reassurance after a dark winter. As early bulbs erupt with color, buds appear on branches, and the days begin to lengthen, we know that even warmer tempe...

It’s vacation time! Yippee! Before you head out, we’d like you to check a few things around your house. Believe me, this will be worth the time you spend reading this article and the few minutes it wi...

(Illustration courtesy of IBHS – Institute for business and Home Safety, https://disastersafety.org/ ) Ice dams are a common occurrence in snowy areas of the country. While they may be pretty to look...

What Is a Sump Pump? The sump pump is a small pump installed usually in a pit located in the lowest part of a basement or crawlspace. It prevents groundwater from getting into the area. Water flows ...

While water damage emergencies can happen at any time of the year, they become more common during winter. Factors such as freezing temperatures, cool winds, and thawing snow make plumbing problems and...

Many homeowners believe mold is a seasonal problem because it thrives in environments with excess moisture and high temperatures. Early spring to mid-fall is considered the mold season in the US. Peop...

Holiday fires are the worst. They’re so destructive, and to see the damage done to homes and businesses during the holidays is depressing. And even more so, because so many fires are usually preventab...

There’s nothing worse than a lingering odor in your Metro Detroit household or business, especially when you have guests over. Depending on the smell’s strength, it may take a while to work out where ...

Mold is an ever-present organism in every home and building, whether as spores or fuzzy microbial growth. The latter is more dangerous but is visible and, therefore, easier to find and remove. Unfortu...

Space heaters and other sources help keep a house comfortably warm in the colder months, but if not used properly, they can become extremely dangerous. With home heating as the country’s second leadin...

Water can be a severely destructive force. It attacks everything in its path – from wood floors, walls, carpeting, tiles, drywall, and furniture. As our temperatures freeze this week, it’s not unusua...

Small Plumbing Leaks. HVAC and Maintenance Checks. If you can spend one morning paying particular attention to often neglected areas of your house, you can save time and trouble later. Here’s a quick...

Spring Cleaning – Time To Get Busy! Spring is getting closer, which usually gets us thinking about refreshing and airing out the house. Spring cleaning might be on the agenda, and maybe you’re thinki...

Mold is a type of fungi that grows both indoors and outdoors. When mold grows outdoors, it acts as a decomposer to help break down organic matter. However, when it grows in the house, it poses various...

Take The Time To Declutter Home and Office Springtime seems to give us all a little bit more energy – and the motivation to get organized! If you’ve done a bit of spring cleaning this year, you might...

The winter season is coming, and with it, so are the festive holidays, family gatherings, and everything else that comes with dealing with the frosty weather. While most of your home’s indoor spaces m...

Your Walls Appear Distorted Moisture can cause paint to bubble and walls to look warped. As mentioned, moisture often leads to microbial growth if not remedied. If you suspect mold issues due to wate...

Are you prepared for a severe winter that includes below average temperatures? Last winter was mild, but that’s not a guarantee that this winter will be too. Although you can’t control the weather, yo...

While you may never anticipate the worst to happen on your business premises, having your business prepared for a fire should always be a top priority. In the event of a fire, practicing fire safety i...

It’s that time of the year when it’s cold outside in Michigan and soon the kids will be home from school and begging for a fire in the fireplace. It’s been a while since you’ve had the fireplace clean...

Summer is the favorite time of year for many children. The long, fun-filled days are a welcome break from the routine and demands of school. Instead of lessons and recess, kids can enjoy swimming, out...

Bathrooms often have a steady supply of moisture and leftover water from showers, making them ideal breeding grounds for mold. As what could be the dampest area in your home, microbial growth can begi...

Water can freeze when it reaches its freezing point of 32 °F. When that happens, it expands by as much as nine percent of its current volume. This expansion in volume is harmless when it occurs in an ...

Why Petcare Should Change With The Season Throughout this month, Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County will be posting articles on disaster preparation for pets. There are some good articles out ther...

Buying a newly-built home isn’t everyone’s dream. In fact, many people like the charm and character that older homes offer. Think butler pantries, telephone nooks, and sleeping porches. These characte...

Mold is a type of fungi that can grow anywhere in optimal, often moist conditions. It is beneficial to the environment as it performs a crucial role in supporting life in the ecosystem. However, mold ...

Faulty plumbing is one of the most destructive issues homeowners can experience in Metro Detroit. Seemingly minor issues such as a small leak can produce tiny droplets of water that gradually damage y...

It would be nice to buy a home and then not have to worry about it or do anything to it! But our homes have maintenance requirements – which may change with the season. And depending on your landscapi...

Mold Detection and Prevention It’s Spring. And that calls to mind spring cleaning . . . and maybe some decluttering chores. While all this is going on, Spring is a good time to pay attention to areas...

As colder days approach in metro Detroit and Western Wayne County, questions about pet care always surface. We’ve gone to some of the most reliable sources to get answers! Please read below and if you...

A leaky roof can quickly escalate from an inconvenience to a major problem needing urgent repairs. While water dripping from your ceiling is an evident sign of a roof leak, it’s also possible that wat...

Water damage is a common problem many homeowners face as a result of various causes. The extent of water damage can range from slight water damage that you may be able to repair yourself to severe wat...

Gathering with family and friends is a hallmark of the holiday season in the Metro Detroit area and most of these gatherings involve food – whether it’s a feast around the table, snacks during gameday...

Torrential rainfall often brings a deluge of water, which can overwhelm your home. When this happens, water makes its way through your property, leaving considerable damage in its wake. To reduce the ...

Natural disasters can strike anywhere and anytime, causing significant damage and disruption to homes and businesses. Whether it is a flood, fire, earthquake, hurricane or tornado, the aftermath of a ...

This winter the temperatures in Michigan have mostly been above normal, with some freezing temperatures at night. At this time of the year, we’re usually talking about freezing temperatures and how th...

Whether you aim to increase your home’s value or to simply enjoy your space more, renovation is a popular option for current homeowners. From basic projects like painting to full-scale structural over...

Water can be a silent destroyer when it infiltrates the interior of your home. From subtle leaks to catastrophic floods, the damage caused by water can be extensive, costly, and sometimes irreversible...

Before it gets too cold – it’s a good time to prepare your home and property for our unpredictable weather conditions. This is always the time of the year when we get calls for flooded houses as a res...

This Veterans Day, our owner, Chris Kushmaul, was invited to share his story on the Restoration Today podcast highlighting his journey from U.S. Army infantry officer to the owner of Restoration 1 of ...