Oil heat is still a common heat source in many homes and commercial buildings, and keeping them up-to-date on service is critical to prevent problems. Malfunctioning oil heating systems are subject to puffbacks, which is an explosion in the firing… Read More
Posts Tagged ‘Baltimore’
Prevent Bathroom Water Damage
Most homeowners will find themselves dealing with the effects of water damage at some point in their lives. While frustrating and expensive, water damage, particularly in the bathroom, is highly common. As pipes and plumbing systems suffer from wear, they… Read More
What Happens When Water Damage is Ignored
While it’s unlikely anyone would knowingly ignore water damage, sometimes situations are let go far longer than they should. This could be due to not recognizing the signs of water damage, or slow-forming damage that goes unnoticed. While it’s obvious… Read More
Know Who to Call for Water Damage this Winter
We’ve all heard the phrase: “when it rains, it pours”. Unfortunately for some, ‘pours’ refers to the gushing of water from a burst pipe, the pooling of water from an ice dam, or resulting mold and mildew from undetected water… Read More
Lesser-Known Water Damage Culprit: Ice Dams
Sometimes the culprits of water damage aren’t as easily spotted as you may think. Or, sometimes people only know about the major causes of water damage, such as flooding or burst pipes. However, the lesser-known causes can cause costly damage… Read More
How to Deal with a Sewer Backup in Baltimore
Did you know that floods could cause sewage from sanitary sewer lines to back up into your home through a drainpipe? Baltimore has rocky weather from time to time, and floods are certainly not unheard of. If you find yourself… Read More
Preventing Winter Water Damage in Baltimore
It always seems like the summer goes by too quickly in Baltimore, and now homeowners already have to start preparing for winter water damage. Fortunately, ServiceMaster of Baltimore has a few helpful tips that can prevent water damage from ruining… Read More
Preparing Your Pipes for another Harsh Baltimore Winter
According to The Old Farmer’s Almanac, “winter will be colder and snowier than normal” here in Baltimore. Are you ready? More importantly, is your home ready? Another cold, snowy Maryland winter could wreak havoc on unprepared homes. The seemingly-constant low… Read More
Preventing Frozen Pipes and Water Damage in Baltimore
Winter is coming. It might seem like a far way off, but those cold snowy days will be here before you know it, and, according to The Old Farmer’s Almanac, “winter will be colder and snowier than normal” here in… Read More
Emergency Water Extraction in Baltimore
At 9pm on a Friday, where can you turn if you need emergency water extraction in Baltimore? We understand that emergencies rarely fit comfortably in the time frame between 9am-5pm, so ServiceMaster offers residents of Baltimore 24/7 availability. Remember, your… Read More