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Top 5 Mistakes People Make When Dealing With Water Damage
Admin • July 27, 2022

You come home one night after a whole day of hefty rainfall. You walk into your kitchen that you just cleaned the night before. You look up and spot a leak in your ceiling. “Oh great” are the words that usually spawn in your head. It’s the last thing you want to deal with after an entire day of productivity and hard work. Plus, you were already feeling gloomy due to the constant rain. You think of how to quickly solve this issue as stress-free as possible. Before you jump to conclusions and call up your one friend that “kind of knows a little bit about handy work here-and-there”, consider these important and common mistakes that people usually run into when dealing with water damage.

House leak — Joshua, TX — Fast Action Restoration

#1 – This is the most important! Never wait too long to call! Although this is the most obvious, it is also the least practiced. Many people wait until the next morning to take care of their problem. The damage being done to your house is increasing by the minute. Water damage is not something to be taken lightly and spreads very easily. This could definitely spell trouble for your home. You should act immediately!

#2 – One of the worst mistakes you can make is not making sure the workman that is coming into your home is certified. Water damage restoration is a huge task and it takes a professional to accomplish a job this technical. A water damage specialist that is IICRC certified is a must. Hiring an unqualified or under-qualified individual is a very big risk. Not only may the problem come back soon, but this person could cause damage to your home that will cause more problems in the long run.

Upholstery cleaning — Joshua, TX — Fast Action Restoration
Flooded house — Joshua, TX — Fast Action Restoration

#3 – Never try fixing the water damage yourself. As said in mistake #2, you should absolutely have a certified professional to fix your water damage issues. If you’re an adventurous home owner, trust me, we understand. It seems very tempting. However, there’s nothing more counterproductive than potentially causing even more damage to your home. This is a profession that is very technical and very complex. It’s vital that you have it done right to eliminate any risk.

#4 – Never ever choose a company that takes the short route in fixing things. Always choose an expert with professional equipment. This is why it’s important to check places like Angie’s List, Better Business Bureau, Yelp, etc. You should choose a company that has invested in every (relevant) tool possible to help you with whatever problem may come in your home!

Drying out the room — Joshua, TX — Fast Action Restoration
Vacuum cleaner — Joshua, TX — Fast Action Restoration

#5 – Vacuum cleaners are extremely dangerous in a flood situation! Anything that runs electricity should NEVER be used in or around water. Even so, household vacuum cleaners are not built for retracting water. Our water damage team has all the necessary tools to get your home back into working order. To help keep water from spreading until we get there, move all your belongings and furniture from the surrounding area. place towels under a leak and mop up any flooding nearby.


We will help you any time you need us. We’re always here for you at Fast Action Restoration. We treat our customers as family– we never want you to take a short cut when dealing with a problem that could potentially ruin your home!

Talking to the client — Joshua, TX — Fast Action Restoration

Signs That a Company is a Fraud and How Reviews Give Them Away

By Admin • July 27, 2022
The unthinkable happens. Your house has a leak. What else could go wrong? You’re sitting there thinking “this will cost a fortune!” or, at least that’s what you’d assume. You know nothing about water damage– well, except for the one time you read an article about frozen pipes. You have no idea what to expect and your mind automatically goes to “maybe if I can’t do it myself, I can hire someone to do it for a low price!” and you’re right. You can. But should you? Well, that’s a completely different question.
Flood — Joshua, TX — Fast Action Restoration

Important Flood Damage Tips for the Long Texas Summer

By Admin • July 27, 2022
Ah yes, the summertime in good ol’ Texas. Nothing is more beautiful, and nothing is more…well, frightening. That just may be the correct word for the amount of floods we’ve had this summer. It’s only just begun. You’re thinking “geez, really?” Yeah, really. The flood damage is real, folks. This isn’t just another ‘how to’ blog entry. This is a message to anyone who is frightened about the well-being of your home during these harsh storms. Since you can’t hold your home tight and tell it that everything will be okay, we’re prepared to give you some advice that will serve the equivalent. 

Protecting Your Home From Summertime

By Admin • July 27, 2022
There’s a reason summer is our busiest season! While some people consider it a good thing to get away from the gloomy cold, the oven-hot temperatures that come with summertime aren’t always treasured. Summer comes with not only tons of heat, but also heavy summer storms that can cause some serious damage to your household. It’s never fun dealing with problems that are out of your control, as nature sometimes isn’t so forgiving. Here are some tips to help prevent these troublesome problems in your home:

Caring For Your Oriental Rug

By Admin • July 27, 2022
Maintaining the beauty and quality of your oriental rugs for decades comes with proper care and cleaning. It is inevitable to prevent rug wear but steps can be taken to reduce the effects of wear. Frequently rotate your rug 180 degrees. This will help equalize the wear and elements on your rug Avoid over exposing your rug to sunlight. Continual sunlight to your rug can eventually cause color fading and increases the rugs brittleness. Consider this when deciding on where the rug is displayed. It is essential to use good quality padding under your rug. Pads help stabilize and minimize friction between the floor and rug. Pads also add to sound absorption. When vacuuming your rug always vacuum with the nap. Vacuuming against the nap will press dirt back into the pile. Avoid vacuuming the fringe as the fringe may break or tear. It is highly recommended to sweep your rugs weekly. Your oriental rugs should be washed on a regular basis by a professional who is IICRC Certified in Oriental Rugs. FAST ACTION RESTORATION has IICRC CERTIFIED TECHNICIANS and are ready to handle all your cleaning and restoration needs. One of our many specialties is cleaning and caring for Oriental Rugs. CALL US TODAY 817-447-7550

What you should know about Water Damage and How Fast Action Restoration’s expertise can eliminate your stress and mitigate your water damage loss

By Admin • July 27, 2022
Water is the single most long-term destructive substance in the indoor environment. It can dissolve or weaken building materials, damage floors and ceilings, and can also cause mold growth if you don’t fix water damage quickly and professionally Water flood damage can happen to any home or business when you least expect it. Because water flows freely, it also has the capability to spread quickly and carry with it a wide variety of harmful pathogens and allergens. The longer it sits, the worse it gets, which is why a homeowner needs to fix water damage in a timely and proper manner. The faster the water is extracted the less damage to the building structure and contents. After a water loss occurs, it is important to have certified master technicians on site as quickly as possible in order to evaluate fully the extent of the water damage and flood restoration. It is crucial that water removal is done quickly and correctly, and that thorough drying is completed to prevent further damage and possibility of mold growth. Fast action restoration has the most reliable, efficient and professional master certified technicians in the water removal and water damage restoration business, and are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, on site in 60minutes or less. When you choose Fast action restoration for your flood restoration you can expect Our IICRC Certified Master Technicians to take the following steps to reclaim your home or business. Advice you what to do to minimize the water damage until our crew arrives. Locate the areas of the structure affected by water damage by using moisture detective devices (moisture sensors, moisture meters, themohygrometers) we go a step further and use a thermal imaging camera to identify temperature and moisture behind walls to guarantee that the structure will be completely dry when we leave thus eliminating further problems down the road. Pump out freestanding water quickly, and then extract water from the flooring, carpet, padding, and upholstery. Remove carpet and padding if necessary Set up air moving and dehumidifier equipment/dry process – a much needed component of proper water damage restoration. Monitor the drying process and equipment until the premises are completely dried out. Work directly with your insurance company to process claims and return your home or business back to normal as quick as possible After work has been completed, a final walk-through will be conducted. Our state of the art restoration techniques and professionalism will insure your property is taken care of right the first time. Call 817-447-7550 Day or Night to fix water damage.
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