Emergency Board-Up Evolves Into Complete Rebuild

Emergency Board-Up Evolves Into Complete Rebuild

At PuroFirst, we have extensive experience working directly with insurance companies to restore customers’ homes to pre-loss condition. When properties require board-up services, our longstanding reputation of providing reliable, professional, and thorough work...
The Top Extension Cord Safety Tips

The Top Extension Cord Safety Tips

Does your home have too many electrical devices and too few outlets to plug them all in? Chances are you’re using extension cords to power up your electrical devices. However, electrical cords can become fire hazards when misused. So, we curated some guidelines that...
How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Your Home

How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Your Home

Each year, more than 430 Americans die from unintentional CO poisoning, and over 50,000 visit the emergency room due to carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Also, fatality is highest among Americans 65 and...
Fire Safety: Preventing Microwave Oven Fires

Fire Safety: Preventing Microwave Oven Fires

There may be no more convenient way to heat food than using a microwave oven. Even the most novice of chefs can feel like Wolfgang Puck just by hitting a few buttons. However, using one can pose a fire hazard if you are not careful. So, take precautions to mitigate...
How to Prevent Mold in the Garage

How to Prevent Mold in the Garage

Mold thrives in humid environments, such as a garage, that have little ventilation and sunlight. It doesn’t take long for mold to grow on organic material like cardboard or drywall if these conditions are met. These spots are typical havens for mold unless homeowners...
Stovetop and Oven Fire Safety Tips

Stovetop and Oven Fire Safety Tips

They say, “if you can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen,” but we have a better idea: avoid fires in the kitchen and enjoy cooking. Most home fires start in the kitchen, more specifically, the stovetop and oven. Fortunately, you can easily...