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Museum Moves Out of Moldy Building

In the last few months, we have been keeping track of our friends at The Douglas Fairbank Museum in Texas. We first found out about them when surfing the net and were immediately drawn to their story. Upon relocating to Texas and moving into a historic property to house their museum dedicated to the former American actor, Douglas Fairbank, the curator discovered a severe mold infestation hiding within the walls of the property. The museum began to post online in search of any help possible. With little money to remediate the property, the group tried to stick it out for a while. Unfortunately, a little while proved to be more costly than the remediation.

Douglas Fairbanks

“For a couple of weeks there, I thought I just had the flu.” museum curator Keri Leigh says. “But my symptoms weren’t getting any better and I couldn’t figure out why I was having all these other symptoms but no fever. It didn’t make sense.”

Subsequently, the museum has moved out of the location. “It’s really sad,” Leigh says. “I had such high hopes for this place just a few short months ago.”

Currently, the museum is in desperate need of a new home. Anyone who has a suitable historic home or building they would consider donating or leasing to the Douglas Fairbanks Museum is encouraged to call (830) 444-0523 to discuss a resident curatorship, possible tax incentives or other options for your property. The museum is willing to relocate anywhere within the United States.

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Hurricanes: The Deadliest Storms

Terrific video on hurricanes and storm damage.

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If you need a bit of a laugh, watch this video called “How to remove mold“. More appropriately, it should be called “How not to remove mold“!

WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT THIS AT HOME!

How NOT to remove mold

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Advanced Restoration, Inc. is a Water Damage, Mold Damage, Sewer Damage and Emergency Disaster Recovery Restoration Company in Tampa Bay, Florida. Company Services Include: WATER DAMAGE EXTRACTION and RESTORATION; MOLD REMOVAL and MOLD REMEDIATION; STORM DAMAGE RESTORATION; FLOODS; HURRICANE DAMAGE; SEWER DAMAGE; Complete Restoration Services. Residential, Commercial & Industrial structures in the Tampa Bay Metro Area, Sarasota County, FL, Manatee County, FL and Okaloosa county, FL.  1-800-DRY-ME-OUT Contact Us!

Top 11 Ways To Prevent Mold in Your Tampa Bay Home – - Advanced Restoration, Inc. 1-800-DRY-ME-OUT

Mold can become quite a pest, especially when you live in a mold prone area like Florida. With all of the natural disasters that Florida falls victim to, like hurricanes and floods, the remaining excess moisture contributes wholly to mold growth.

Ultimately, the best way to prevent mold is to prevent moisture. Unfortunately, that’s not always as easy as it sounds. For some practical prevention techniques, read on. And when mold growth becomes too much for you to handle, call Advanced Restoration, Inc. at 1-800-DRY-ME-OUT. We are the experts when it comes to mold removal and prevention.

1. Control the moisture in your home by running an air conditioner.
2. Monitor your humidity levels with a relative humidity sensor. If your level approaches 55%, you need to correct the situation with a dehumidifier.
3. Use dehumidifiers if needed. Using multiple room units is more effective than using one large unit. Keep it clean.
4. Prevent water leaks from sources such as leaking pipes, roof and clogged gutters.
5. Keep your HVAC system and ductwork maintained throughout the year.
6. Change your air conditioner filter often so it doesn’t become a breeding ground for mold.
7. Use an air purifier. This will help prevent mold spores to travel from one area of your house to the other.
8. Dust your home. As odd as this might sound, mold feeds on dust.
9. Clean wet items, such as bathroom and kitchen surfaces, with detergent and water.
10.Don’t leave wet clothes lying out or in your washing machine. Leave the washing machine door open after a cycle to let the unit dry out.
11. And finally, an easy one: Replace your shower curtain when any sign of mold becomes visible.

Good luck and remember, when in doubt, call 1-800-DRY-ME-OUT.
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Advanced Restoration, Inc. is a Water Damage, Mold Damage, Sewer Damage and Emergency Disaster Recovery Restoration Company in Tampa Bay, Florida. Company Services Include: WATER DAMAGE EXTRACTION and RESTORATION; MOLD REMOVAL and MOLD REMEDIATION; STORM DAMAGE RESTORATION; FLOODS; HURRICANE DAMAGE; SEWER DAMAGE; Complete Restoration Services. Residential, Commercial & Industrial structures in the Tampa Bay Metro Area, Sarasota County, FL, Manatee County, FL and Okaloosa county, FL.  1-800-DRY-ME-OUT Contact Us!

Water-related damage causes millions of dollars of losses each year. A sampling of 63 percent of California home insurers found that water-related losses totaled $1.7 billion between 1997 and 2001. Based on the survey data, the average cost of a water claim in 2001 was $4,730, up from $2,537 in 1997, nearly doubling the average cost of a water claim in four years.

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Back in Spring Hill today working on a small business with a large mold problem. People, please keep your a/c on at all times while the humidity is so high. High humidity causes mold just as fast as a water damage. Remember if you ever have a concern… or just curious, we offer FREE inspections always. Advanced Restoration to the rescue….

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Yesterday Advanced Restoration was working on restoring a home in Spring Hill that flooded due to a rotted water line. We are working side by side with the homeowner’s insurance company to remediate the problem and restore the home “Better Than it was Before”.
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We have just started a full house flood in the New Port Richey area. Advanced Restoration Inc was on site in under an hour and started fixing the issue. Stay tuned for more details and photos.

When it comes to water, damage might be the last place you would expect to encounter major problems, but don’t allow the dry and dusty landscape to deceive you; water damage take can take place anywhere and at any time. Broken pipes, flash flooding or even septic problems can result in extensive water related damage throughout your home or office.
Time is of the essence when water damage strikes. Rather than spending precious time searching for all the different types of companies that work with water damage repair residents should use a single point of contact able to meet all their needs at once. The most urgent requirements include:

•Water extraction services; mold and mildew can begin growing in as little as 24 to 48 hours. Search for a company that provides 24/7 assistance and a one year guarantee – preferably with the ability to store your furniture and belonging in the meantime.
•Water damage repair; carpeting, wood floors, drywall and furniture may all be impacted by water damage. Use a company that is fully licensed, bonded and insured as well as certified in water damage repair in order to avoid extensive insurance rate hikes and payment delays.
•Removal of contaminated materials. Depending upon the source of the water your home and belongings may be contaminated with anything from raw sewage to petroleum based products. Due to the health risk, contaminated products must be properly disposed of and the remaining area treated. Find a qualified water damage expert able to remove and properly dispose of contaminated materials then provide proper treatment including sanitizing and disinfecting impacted areas.
Although it might seem tempting to grab a wet/dry vac and try to do it yourself that is usually a big mistake and very costly in the long run. Insurance companies, mortgage underwriters and home buyers are increasingly turning to C.L.U.E. reports before purchasing a home. Failure to professionally clean, treat and mitigate water related damages may result in a reduction of selling price and increased insurance premiums for years to come. Since C.L.U.E. reports remain with the home, not the homeowner, there is no reliable method to “un-do” the damage once it has been done. Plan to demonstrate that all repairs were performed by professionals in accordance to recognized standards in the industry by selecting a reputable water damage repair and mitigation company like Advanced Restoration Inc. Their nationwide reputation and certification by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration assures the work was performed to the highest standards.