How can I tell if there is hail damage to a roof?
If there has been a hailstorm in your area, a close inspection of the roof will determine if the shingles have been damaged. Generally you cannot tell from the ground. What does hail damage look like?
When hail hits a shingle a “bruise” appears that looks like a dark area where the grains or granules of the shingle have been knocked off and...
Check power-lines and make certain none are downed at your house or lying near water.
Check trees, shrubs and plants around your house, record any damage, check for root damage, patio covers, screens windows, wood fences and siding.
You are responsible to prevent future damage to your property.
Questions neighbors about any damage to their property.
Check with local TV about area damage.
Review your...
Regular Roof Maintenance
Keep your homes in good repair all year long.
Make sure roofing shingles are secure, garage doors are reinforced and unnecessary debris is removed from the yard.
In high winds, loose debris can cause significant property damage or personal injury and can block drains and sewers which results in flooding.
Check your roof for leaks or damage to rain gutters.
See that trees...
Local firm, JDV Construction, recently donated thousands of dollars worth of building materials to Habitat for Humanity. Door knobs, carpet, and doors were all included in the recent truck full given to Habitat. JDV Owner, John Vondersaar, explained, “We donate extra building supplies to Habitat as often as we can. I know the material isn’t being wasted and people who need it are benefiting....
Written by Baxter Owens
What is water damage mold? Mold is a tiny living organism which is natural part of our environment. Outdoors, it plays a beneficial role in the ecosystem breaking down dead organic material and recycling it. Molds come in many colors – green, white and black molds being the most common. Molds reproduce by emitting tiny spores which float through the air indoors and outdoors....
Water damage cleanup can be just as difficult to contend with as fire damage restoration, if not more difficult. A trained expert will utilize hydrometers and various other implements of the trade, such as portable truck mounted extraction units and disinfectants, to ensure that the water damage is cleaned up properly and quickly. This may prove to be an intricate process best handled by the professionals....


Fire restoration can be quite an involved process. The smoke from a fire has the potential to infiltrate every crevice of your home and affect areas you can’t even see. Therefore, it best serves your needs to obtain the services of a fire damage remediation service to ensure that more than just the superficial cosmetic damage is cleaned up. However, until the experts arrive, here is...
Insurance Restoration: What To Do After A Fire
When faced with damage due to smoke, fire or water it is important to act quickly.
JDV Construction offers emergency services for property damage. Here are somethings to keep in mind in regards to Insurance Restoration.
While you will be faced with coming to terms with loss and damage to your home and personal belongings it is very important to contact your...
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