Resources – First In Restoration

Water Damage

Water Heater Leak Warning Signs

Everyone ignores their water heater – until it is too late. But if you pay attention, you may be able to pick up on some clues that indicate your water heater may be headed…

Homeowner Tips

How to Prevent Water Damage Before a Storm

If the weatherman is predicting heavy rains – or even a tropical storm – in your area, you know there’s a good chance that you’ll be dealing with cleanup issues. But there are steps…

Homeowner Tips

Fire Damage Checklist

After the fire is extinguished and emergency responders have left, the priorities are safety, preventing further damage, documenting losses, and beginning the recovery process.Here’s a checklist to walk you through the process:Wait until the…

Homeowner Tips

Water Damage Checklist

Water damage can wreck your life. But there are steps you can take to mitigate the damage and keep your world from spinning completely out of control.The first thing to do is to act…

Emergency Plumbing

Top Signs You Need an Emergency Plumber Right Away

Top Signs You Need an Emergency Plumber Right Away, such as burst pipes, sewage backup, overflowing toilet and more.

Homeowner Tips

What Do I Do After a Winter Storm?

Once a winter storm passes, many homeowners are left wondering what to check and what to do next. Even if everything looks fine at first glance, storm related damage is not always obvious right…

Water Damage

Ice on Trees Can Cause Serious Water Damage During Winter Storms

During winter storms, ice does not just create slick roads. It can also build up on trees and that weight can become a serious threat to your home. When ice coats tree branches, it…

Water Damage

Can Losing Power Cause Busted Pipes and Water Damage?

Losing power during freezing temperatures can put your home at real risk for frozen and burst pipes. When the power goes out, your heat usually goes with it. That means the temperature inside your…

Emergency Plumbing

When Soft Tissue Block Turns Into an Emergency

While not every plumbing problem is avoidable, you can reduce the risk by avoiding all “flushable wipes,” not flushing paper towels or feminine products, installing mesh drain screens, having older homes sewer-scoped every few…

Is your home prepared for Georgia's rainy season? Call First In Restoration if you have water damage from Georgia Rain.

Homeowner Tips

Don’t Risk Water Damage, Prepare For Georgia Rain

Georgia rain can be a serious threat to your property's foundation, crawlspace air quality. At First In Restoration we know one thing is for sure: prevention is cheaper than repair. Here are some tips…