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 […]

Black mold is a homeowner’s worst nightmare. Known for causing long-term adverse health effects, making your family sick in the short-term, and its unsightly appearance, mold not a welcome house guest. It can also cause structural damage and harm your home, too. If you think your home has mold, here’s what you should do. How […]

Standing water and hardwood floors? Yeah, they don’t mix. When your beautiful kitchen or dining room is underwater, your first instinct might be to panic. That’s a mistake. You don’t have time to panic—you’ll need to act fast to save your flooring from any damage! Here’s how to save your water-damaged wood flooring as soon […]

When your ceiling starts to drip or you return home to find your bathroom flooded, your first instinct might be to panic. Stop—don’t do that. Nothing good can come from overreacting. Plus, you have homeowner’s insurance, right? You can file an insurance claim to help fix any water damage that might have occurred, right? Yes, […]

Painting over mold? It’s one way that leasing offices, homeowners, and businesses try to remedy mold-related problems. But, what really happens when you paint over mold? And, is it a viable way to kill the mold infestation or will it only make things worse? Here, we’ll discuss what happens if you paint over mold and […]

Average homeowners don’t spend a lot of time in the crawl space or the dark, dingy basement. And, the chances of finding a water leak in a place you don’t frequent? Not very likely. Crawl space water damage is a common occurrence because supply lines, as well as drain pipes, are often routed through the […]

When you hear someone bring up the topic of mold, the word ‘mildew’ is soon to follow. But, are they the same thing? As a homeowner, do you know the difference between mold and mildew? It’s true that these two fungi hang out together and have quite a few similar properties. Both mold and mildew […]

Did you just come back from vacation to find water damage in your home? Water damage is always devastating. No homeowner wants to deal with soggy flooring or ruined inner walls even if they catch the mess in time. Experiencing water damage while you’re out of town is such an unwelcome surprise to return home […]

Cooking can be a fun activity for the culinary-inclined or a stressful chore—depending on how well you see yourself around in the kitchen. However, novice nor expert can deny that there is one thing no chef is prepared for: a kitchen fire. Whether you leave the stove unattended or catch a paper towel in the […]

Do you live in a flood zone in Northern Colorado? Do you even know if your area is flood prone? The term “flood zone” can mean many different things. Sometimes ‘flood zone’ is a term used by cities to refer to even minimal risk areas. Other times it can mean serious business.    Whether it’s […]