When the temperature turns cold in Denver, you’re probably only worried about buying a new winter coat. However, cold temperatures can cause your home’s water pipes to freeze. A frozen pipe can quickly burst and likely lead to serious flooding, especially when there’s no one around to turn off the water. To avoid disaster this […]

You’ve decided you are ready to sell your home but you’ve discovered a problem: mold. You know that no potential buyer is going to be fine with the mildew smell or the health risks. What’s a homeowner to do? Here, we’ll discuss how to get rid of mold (and keep it gone) before calling your […]

Picture this: You’re planning for a weekend away—even the bags are packed at the end of the bed—when you notice a drip from the ceiling. It’s raining outside, but now it’s also raining in your bedroom. Think you have a roof leak? Try this.  What To Do When You Think You Have a Roof Leak  […]

Water leaks, burst pipes, and natural disasters are no joke. In fact, if they are not taken care of as soon as they occur, an incident like this could lead to severe water damage and costly repairs. Here, let’s discuss the top three things to know about water damage so you can be prepared before […]

Cleaning the walls in your Denver home might seem easy enough…until you scrub off a chunk of paint. Thankfully, there are household items you can use to easily clean your walls in the kitchen, living room, bedrooms, and bathrooms without stripping your wall paint. Here, we’ll discuss three of our favorite household cleaning items to […]

What’s that smell? If you have a cat or dog, you know that pee happens. When Fido has to go, he’s going to go…wherever he can find a place. Pet urine, unfortunately, isn’t easy to clean and can easily soak into carpets and furniture. Worst part? The smell can linger long after cleanup. Don’t let […]

Owning a home comes with major set of responsibilities. You’re in charge of your own budget, but you’re also in charge of your own maintenance and repairs. When home issues arise, you’ll need to fix it right away…but what if you don’t have the funds? Setting aside a home emergency fund before problems arise is […]

When it comes to natural disasters and home damage, lightning isn’t always a likely suspect. Most often, we attribute home damage to something more menacing like hurricanes, fires, and forceful winds. But lightning damage can pose a serious risk to your property, and home damage from a lightning strike can cost you hundreds or thousands […]

Water damage is a major problem for any homeowner; mold is another beast. Worst part? Where’s there is sitting water, there is often mold growth. If your home near Loveland has experienced water damage, its recommended to perform a mold inspection too—even if you can’t see any mold growth. Growth may not be visible immediately, […]

Sometimes the need for a new roof is simple: your roof is old and it’s time for a replacement. Other times, it’s a little more complicated. At 970 Services, we deal with the complicated. When your roof has weathered the storm of a disaster, we’re the ones to call. Here are just a few of […]

Summer is the perfect time for lighting up the grill and hanging by the pool…but only if you’re using the grill properly. Grilling can be a dangerous sport—causing upwards of 7,000 injuries or house fires each year in the United States—so you should always follow safety procedures.  Grilling Do’s: How to Safely Grill During the […]

When your home and family experiences a fire, water damage, or the aftermath of a storm, you’re often left in disarray. You know you must pick up the pieces and move on…but how? Finding a disaster relief company or clean-up service is the first step—here’s how to find the right one. 4 Tips For Finding […]

Ceilings and walls in your home were built to withstand anything, right? You might think so…until your home experiences a water problem. Water damage can occur from a leaky roof, a burst pipe, an overflowing toilet, or anything in between. Often, water related disasters leave behind a mess in their wake. If your drywall was […]

Master chef or kitchen newbie, you’re bound to burn a meal at least once. Unfortunately, your ceiling will act as the catch-all for the smoke residue. While this can leave behind quite a mess (and some unsightly stains), smoke residue can also damage your kitchen paint and drywall. Here’s our how-to guide on cleaning a […]

Some disasters come and go. Others bring along lasting property damage. Catastrophic and costly, property damage exists in many forms.  Whether it’s water damage, fire damage, smoke damage, or cosmetic damage, property damage can feel like the end of the world. Here are 4 types of disasters that can cause property damage and what to […]

Wind damage from strong thunderstorms or tornadoes can do a number on your home’s roof. In an average year, Colorado gets about 53 tornadoes—sometimes mild and other times disastrous—so you’ll want be prepared. Here, we’ll break down how to spot roof damage after experiencing strong winds and what to do next. How Can Wind Damage […]

Don’t leave candles unattended. Never, ever smoke in bed. You’ve heard these tips for fire safety before…but what about the other items in your home? What are you missing that could be a potential fire hazard? Many devices that use electricity have the potential to start a fire and result in significant smoke damage—here are […]

After a hail storm, visually inspecting your roof tends to be the first step. However, roof hail damage can be hard to spot—but as a homeowner, it’s something you have to consider after a bad thunderstorm. In this article, we’ll walk you through the insurance claim process. Then, we’ll explain how to hire a roofing […]