A musty smell in the basement is something many Seattle homeowners chalk up to “normal” in older homes—but that odor is often the first sign of a bigger issue: active mold growth. If you’ve walked downstairs recently and noticed an earthy, sour, or damp smell that lingers, your home …

Seattle homeowners are no strangers to rain. But what many don’t expect is for water damage to strike while they’re away enjoying the summer sun. June kicks off vacation season, and if you’re planning to leave your home unattended—even for a long weekend—now is the time to inspect your property …

As Seattle transitions from its long, damp spring into the dry season, homeowners are shifting their attention from rain protection to sunshine enjoyment. But under many homes in neighborhoods like Ballard, Beacon Hill, and Rainier Valley, a quiet problem is developing out of sight: mold in the crawl space. The …

As Salt Lake City heads into summer, the dry conditions that define our climate begin to pose a serious threat—wildfire smoke. You don’t have to live in the mountains or near a canyon to be affected. Every year, wind-driven wildfire smoke travels miles across the Wasatch Front, filling homes with …

  Seattle’s urban tree canopy is one of the city’s greatest assets—but it can also become a serious hazard during spring and early summer windstorms. When saturated soil and high winds combine, even healthy trees can topple—damaging roofs, fences, vehicles, and in some cases, the structural integrity of homes. At …

Spring in Seattle is beautiful, but it’s also brutal for allergy sufferers. Tree pollen, grass clippings, and mold spores fill the air from April through early May. And even when outdoor counts drop, many homes continue to hold onto allergens—circulating irritants long after the season ends. If your household has …

After weeks of swirling spring pollen, many Salt Lake City residents are ready to open their windows, clean their homes, and breathe easier. But for those with allergies, asthma, or sensitive respiratory systems, the real relief comes with a thorough, professional-grade cleaning—especially after pollen has settled into air ducts, carpets, …

Seattle is known for its rainy season, but the most damaging storms often hit when we least expect them—in late spring and early summer. May marks the transition from slow, soaking rains to sudden thunderstorms that can dump large volumes of water in minutes, triggering flash floods, roof leaks, and …

Spring in Portland may be famous for rain, but summer storms can be just as destructive—especially when they arrive unexpectedly. From flash floods in Southeast Portland to storm drain backups in Beaverton, May is the critical moment to prepare your home for what’s coming next. At 911 Restoration of Portland, …

Seattle may be heading into sunnier days, but spring rains leave behind something less welcome—moisture trapped in walls, crawl spaces, and attics. As May temperatures climb and the city dries out, that moisture becomes the perfect fuel for mold growth. If your home hasn’t been inspected since winter, now is …

Portland is no stranger to damp weather, especially in the spring. After months of rain, our homes absorb moisture in ways that aren’t always obvious—until the heat of summer arrives and mold starts to bloom in walls, attics, and basements. May is the ideal time for homeowners to get ahead …

  Spring is finally settling in across Salt Lake City, but with the change in seasons comes a different kind of risk: flash flooding. Every year, as snowmelt from the Wasatch Range collides with sudden spring storms, low-lying neighborhoods, basements, and older drainage systems face serious threats. If your property …