Water is one of the fundamental necessities for life on this planet, and is a critical ingredient in many substances. You, yourself, are almost 60% water. We drink it, bathe in it, swim in it, eat food grown with it – the list goes on and on.
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With heavy rainfall comes a tremendous amount of moisture. Leaks and condensation increase, temperatures and warm drying daylight decrease. These are optimal conditions for mold growth, both interior and exterior. As exterior mold spores explode in number some of them are bound to settle in
Read more →Structural improvements over the last decade to Houston hospitals have helped them so far to avoid devastation like Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans in 2005, but the pounding it is receiving from Tropical Storm Harvey is expected to financially hobble many already strained Texas medical centers. The
Read more →BOMA International extends its thoughts and prayers to the people impacted by Hurricane Harvey. Houston BOMA has established a GoFundMe account to help Houston BOMA members who have lost their homes and belongings in the flood. The proceeds received will go directly to Houston BOMA members to
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Prevent water damage and mold growth Leaves, sticks, and debris can become a problem for your rain gutters. Rain gutters typically allow the removal of water away from your home or building. In this instance, the blockage within the rain gutter allowed water to overflow
Read more →1. Emergency Kit Key items to include in an emergency kit include: Food and water to last you and your family 72 hours First aid supplies Any medical supplies you might need, like medications and spare eyeglasses. You should also include a flashlight with extra batteries in
Read more →As many residents continue in the cleaning process, there could be hidden damage the flooding may have left in homes. Experts explain just how serious mold can be and what you need to know to protect you and your family. Certain types of mold can grow within 48 hours and
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