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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 experience 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 […]

The 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 […]