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Flooding is a hazard the United States suffers from coast to coast. Unfortunately, Georgia is one of the top 10 states most susceptible.  With nearly 130 square miles of low-lying land, and with some areas of the state being coastal, hundreds of thousands of individuals are vulnerable to severe water damage. With Savannah so close to the beach, our city is a particularly threatened area of Georgia. Additionally, Savannah can flood around 10 times a year, a number higher than merely 40 years ago. From the professionals at Harper Special Services, here are four flood types this beloved town has the potential to experience and the water damage it can cause:   Flash Flooding A flash flood is a rapid and extreme flow of high water into a normally dry area, or a rapid water level rise in a stream or creek above a predetermined flood level.   The difference between a flash flood and a “regular” flood is how quickly it occurs, within six hours of initial rainfall.   T...

Did you know that over half of the homes in the United States have a mold problem? When you can see mold growing, it is easy to diagnose a mold problem and get the ball rolling on getting it removed. However, mold tends to lurk where it cannot be seen, putting all those in the home at risk of exposure. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention warns that exposure to mold can cause a lot of health problems from allergic reactions, to chronic lung illnesses, infections, and other respiratory problems. We at Harper Special Services would like to introduce some of the more common signs to look for in your home in Savannah that could indicate you have a hidden mold problem. Musty Smells And Odors One of the biggest signs of hidden mold in your home is the smell. As mold grows, it gives off a very musty, damp, earthy smell. If you notice an unusual lingering smell in your home that you cannot find a source for, you should have the area checked for mold growth. Signs Of Visib...

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Excess water causes millions of dollars of damage to Savannah, GA residences every year. Many times the water rushes in through a broken pipe or hole in the roof. But often, a tiny leak allows a slow constant drip to quietly attack the materials in your home. If you can’t see or hear the water, how will you know if there is a water problem? One effective tool you can rely on to detect water and mold damage is your nose. Musty Smell Often a closed room will develop an unpleasant, musty smell. With no ventilation, the stale air will become a breeding ground for fungi such as mold and mildew that give off a musty odor. A musty smell could also indicate that mold is trapped on the furnace filter or on the humidifier filter. When you turn on your furnace for the first time each year, a musty odor comes from dust and dirt collecting in the air ducts, which gets blown throughout your home when the furnace turns on. If this smell persists throughout the heating season, it coul...

How Do You Handle Water Damage While You Wait For Help To Arrive In Savannah, GA? The last thing anyone wants is to walk into their home and see that it is being flooded. As undesirable as this may be to think about, it is important to have an idea of what to do if this happens. This will allow you to avoid panicking and limit the extent of the damage as much as possible. Here are five simple things you can do to minimize water damage in Savannah GA before a cleaning and Restoration Company Such As Harper Special Services arrives. Shut Off The Source Of Water. Stopping the flow of water is your number one priority if you are able to safely do so. This is pretty obvious since savannah ga water damage the sooner you do this the less water there will be to remove in the first place. Make sure you know where your water shutoff valve is located ahead of time so you don’t waste any time figuring out where to go during an emergency. Move Valuables to High Ground.   Whe...

Our restoration technicians for water damage in Savannah GA are available 24/7 to help you recover from the effects of water damage without wasting any time. Call us now!

Fires can be a lot of fun. There’s nothing quite like roasting smokes in someone’s backyard or telling scary stories around a campfire just before everyone hobbles away to sleep in a tent in the wilderness. We all have fond memories. However, not all fire memories are fond and one bad experience with a fire in your Savannah home can be costly, damaging, traumatizing, and inconvenient. It’ll still be memorable, just like the other fire memories you have. It just won’t be pleasant. Checking your home after a fire properly can minimize the long-term damage and keep you and your family safe. We at Harper Special Services   would like to recommend a few steps you should take to check your home after a severe fire: Wait until after colored tape has been removed and you have been “cleared” by local authorities to enter your home if that is a factor. Leave your children with a relative or friend when you first conduct an inspection as the site may be unsafe or traumatizing. Che...