Summer is heating up, and that means that we, as human beings have the desire to cool down! As we rely more and more on appliances and electricity to keep us cool, we’re also running more of a risk to cause an electrical fire. Each year in the U.S., there are more than 40,000 electrical fires responsible for $700 million...

Summer is synonymous with fun, sun, family, and swimming. Summertime just brings out the fun in everything, unfortunately, it also brings out a little something that is never any fun—mold. The risk of mold growth in your home increases during the summer months due to the warm temperatures and summer thunderstorms. According to Environmental Protection Agency reports, the presence of...

The summer is finally here and that means it’s time to start spending the weekends at the cabin! Whether you’ll be spending time with the fam at the cabin this summer or using the space for hosting get togethers, there are a lot of things you need to do to get the cabin ready for some summer fun. You’ll have...

There are many different ways residential fires occur during the summer months. Here are a few of those risks and some steps you can take if your home has fire damage.   Storm Damage: With the increase in extreme weather wreaking havoc all over the country, it’s no secret that many fires are started from storms. The weather can impact...

So you’ve discovered mold in your home…yikes. What do you do now? Sure, you can throw away carpet and even insulation, but you can’t necessarily throw away wood, drywall, paint, and ducting. What do you do? You call the experts!   At Royal Renovations, we understand how devastating and frustrating it can be to find mold in your home. Unfortunately,...

It’s that wonderful time of year again! With the warmer temperatures and vacation days looming, it’s time to head to your cabin. But what happens when you walk in the door and it’s not as expected? Maybe you didn’t seal the cabin properly and critters got in or some bad weather caused water damage. Either way, you need a plan...

Overcoming a tragedy in your home is a difficult process. Whether there’s a flood, a fire, or a sewer back-up, not only will the damage itself be frustrating, it has the potential to be emotionally scarring.   There are various causes of a home tragedy. A sewer backup can send sewage into your home, coating your basement with harmful bacteria....

They say April showers bring May flowers, but they may also bring damage to your home. You might be more prepared for the crazy thunderstorms common in the summer, but spring storms can take us by surprise. You’ll want to take any and all precautions to prevent flooding, siding damage, hail damage, and more. Spring is the perfect time to...

It’s the first big rainstorm of the season and your basement floods. What do you do? Will your homeowners insurance cover all the damage? Flooding is an ambiguous issue because there are so many potential causes. Some flooding issues may be covered by insurance while others are not. All policies are a little different, but let’s talk about what’s covered...

Spring is on its way! That means flowers, warmer weather, sunshine, and new summer activities! It also means slush, mud, and the potential for basement flooding. With the combination of melting snow and spring rain showers, you have increased potential for a flooding disaster. If you’re worried about a basement flood, read on for tips to avoid the stressful situation....