Springtime Home Maintenance Tips

Springtime in Georgia is so beautiful. Blooming flowers, vibrant green trees and smiling kids playing outdoors surround you. It doesn’t get much better! Spring is also a great time to complete much needed home maintenance. Spring cleaning should extend beyond removing cobwebs from your windows. Home maintenance will make your home safer, increase its value and save you money in the long run. 

Here are a few springtime home maintenance tips:

Inspect Your Decks and Patios

These areas can easily be overlooked. While we readily enjoy them often, we can forget to maintain them. Check for signs of mold, decay and instability. It may also be a good idea to have them pressure washed and sealed as well. If you have a deck that shows signs of instability, have a professional contractor inspect it immediately.

A/C Maintenance 

Your central air conditioning unit needs annual maintenance and service. Be sure your unit is ready for a long hot summer. Have a certified HVAC technician handle all of your A/C maintenance on a regular basis.

Roof Repairs

It’s a great time to check for loose shingles or to determine if you need any major roofing work completed. The long winter and strong storms can take a serious toll on your roof, so don’t just assume that everything is fine. Have a professional complete a full roof inspection. 

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3 Things You Can Do To Protect Your Home During Thunderstorms

Storms are a very common occurrence in Georgia. Spring and Summer bring lots of heavy rain, thunder storms and lightning. All the rain water may be great for the grass, but is not always so great for your home. There are things you can do to help protect your home during thunderstorms:

1. Install Surge Protectors: Installing individual surge protectors or a whole home surge protector system can add a valuable layer of protection. When lightning strikes it can damage your sensitive electronics, appliances, computers and more if they are not protected from electrical surges.

2. Keep Your Roof Maintained: Roofs can be very vulnerable during storms with high winds and rain. Keeping your roof well maintained and strong can help it “weather” the storm.

3. Check Your Garage Doors: Garage doors can take the brunt of much of the strong wind and rain that accompany thunderstorms. You need to make sure they are in good condition and fully sealed to help prevent storm damage. Make sure any dents or damage are immediately fixed.

Keep your family and property safe during the storm. Regular maintenance and acting proactively can make a such a difference when thunderstorms hit your area. Let us know if you need help protecting your home from storm damage or if you need emergency storm damage restoration.

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Why Can Smoke & Fire Damage Be So Dangerous?

Where there is smoke, there is fire is more than a famous quote, in most cases it is a very true fact. Fire and smoke damage are not only unsightly, but can also be very dangerous in many ways. That is why it is so imperative to your safety to have a reputable contractor handle your smoke damage restoration. 

So why is smoke & fire damage so dangerous?

HIDDEN STRUCTURAL DAMAGE: Your home or business may have significant damage from the heat and fire that is not visible to the naked eye, including structural, electrical and foundation issues that may make your property unsafe.

SMOKE PARTICLES CAN CAUSE BREATHING PROBLEMS: Tiny smoke particles can linger long after the fire and may lead to serious lung and breathing problems if it is not properly removed from you property. 

TOXICITY OF THE SMOKE: Smoke has toxic qualities that can lead to skin irritation, nausea, disorientation and emotional instability. It can act as a narcotic as well as a poison. 

When you have smoke and fire damage to your home or business, you need a trusted team of professionals to properly clean, repair and restore your property. Lang offers expert fire damage restoration and smoke cleanup services in Atlanta and surrounding cities. Call us to learn more about our emergency services.

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Have You Winterized Your Home? | Tips On Winterizing Your Home

Georgia is known for its beautiful weather, but that doesn’t mean that winter in Metro Atlanta is a piece of cake. Cold snaps, icing and even the occasional snow can cause all types of problems for homeowners. Winterizing your home can help you be better prepared the harsh winter weather and help lower your heating costs. Here are a few things you can do to winterize your home:

CHANGE YOUR FURNACE FILTER: Help your furnace run effectively and efficiently all winter long by regularly changing your filter. You should also make sure you are keeping your furnace maintained and cleaned as well.

INSULATE YOUR WINDOWS: You can lose a lot of your home’s heat and be subject to icy cold drafts through your windows. Most hardware stores sell reasonably priced window insulation kits that can really help keep your heat where it belongs… in your home.

RUN YOUR CEILING FANS IN REVERSE: It may be counter-intuitive to run a fan in the winter, but running it in the reverse direction can actually warm your home. Running your ceiling fan clockwise will push the warm air along the ceiling downward. 

Stay warm and safe this winter Georgians. If your home needs more extensive work or major repairs to winterize your home, we can help. Call Lang Restoration today for a free quote. 

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How To Deal With Emergency Plumbing Problems

No one wants to deal with a flooded basement, bathroom, kitchen or business. Still the fact remains that unexpected plumbing emergencies happen all the time. From burst pipes to broken sewer lines, flooding can leave you in a real mess and literally "under water". Dealing with flooding urgently and efficiently can greatly help reduce the damage that flooding may cause. Here are a few tips on how to deal with emergency plumbing problems:

STOP THE WATER SOURCE: If it is possible and safe, turn off the water source. This will help minimize the flooding and damage you incur. Turning off a local supply valve or the main water supply may help you tremendously. 

FIND A RELIABLE EMERGENCY PLUMBER: This is probably not a do it yourself moment. When serious flooding wreaks havoc on your home or business, hiring a reputable professional can save you time and money in the long run.  They can offer quick water removal and water damage repairs. You also want to be sure the true underlying cause of your flooding is immediately addressed.  

SALVAGE YOUR PROPERTY: If water is rising, try to move your valuables to higher ground on your property. Mitigating your loss is very important. But only do this if it is completely safe to do so.

Hopefully these tips will help you in the face of a plumbing emergency. Be sure to immediately contact your insurance company as well. You very well may be covered for the damage that has been caused. Lang Restoration specializes in emergency plumbing repairs that may result from burst pipes, sewage backups and other plumbing problems. Call us for 24/7 emergency plumbing services in Metro Atlanta. 

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Happy Thanksgiving From Lang Restoration & Construction

We truly love and appreciate being a part of the Metro Atlanta community. Lang Restoration & Construction is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that has an immaculate reputation in residential & commercial disaster restoration, mold remediation and construction services. Since 1994, we have specialized in fire, water, smoke, soot, wind & mold disaster repair and clean ups. 

We try to serve the community in every way possible and value the local community around us. We support many local organizations, including:

Livvy’s Love

Tucker Tigers

DeKalb FOP

We are honored to help these local organizations and respect what they do in and for the community. Everyone here at Lang Restoration hopes you have a wonderful Thanksgiving Holiday and look forward to continually serving you.

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Tips For Preparing Your Home For Fall

Fall brings more than a change in the color of the leaves. It also brings changes in temperatures and weather patterns that you should prepare your home for. It’s also a great time of year for certain types of maintenance projects. Preparing your home for the fall season does not have to be challenging if you are well informed and well prepared. Here are a few tips for preparing your home for fall:

1.  HAVE YOUR HVAC UNITS SERVICED. Your furnace will get a lot of use and your A/C probably was heavily used all summer. It’s a perfect time of year to have both systems checked and serviced.

2. CLEAN THE GUTTERS. Those leaves look pretty, but can wreak havoc on your gutters. Clogged gutters can lead to big problems, so be sure they are debris free before winter comes around.

3. PROPERLY SEAL THE WINDOWS & DOORS. Once you turn on the heat for the winter, you want to keep that heat inside your home. Leakage from doors and windows can cost a lot in extra energy usage.

Of course we want you to enjoy the beautiful autumn season, but don’t forget to take a little time out for home preparation. Your home is such a valuable and treasured investment, so take good care of it.

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