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# Paul Davis Restoration: Paul Davis is a franchise organization that provides services to cleanup and repair damage to residential and commercial properties due to water, fire, mold, storm or other disasters. Founded in 1966, Paul Davis is a rapidly growing network of more than 300 independently owned and operated franchises in the United States and Canada. Our headquarters is located in Jacksonville, Florida, as well as our National Training Center, where Paul Davis professionals are certified in the areas of emergency restoration, reconstruction and remodeling. Paul Davis puts people and property first throughout the recovery process.
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## Posts
- [Why Paul Davis Restoration Encourages First Priority™](https://pauldavis.com/blog/why-paul-davis-restoration-encourages-first-priority/): Have you, or anyone you know, ever enjoyed waiting? In a long checkout line at the store? In a rush hour traffic delay, unable to see what is causing the hold-up ahead and unknowing how long the delay will be? “The impatience we experience while waiting, not knowing why, and especially how long the wait will last, is overwhelming,” says Tim Heggie, Paul Davis Restoration Executive Vice President, Commercial. “Waiting produces anxiety, often triggers the illusion of unfairness, brings frustration, and sometimes serious anger. This is why Paul Davis Restoration encourages commercial and residential property owners to seriously consider their First Priority™ program.”
- [Outages, Surges, & Brownouts: Weathering Electrical Disruptions at Home](https://pauldavis.com/blog/outages-surges-brownouts-weathering-electrical-disruptions-at-home/): Built primarily in the 1960s and 1970s, our electrical grid officially qualifies for retirement but unofficially works harder than ever. The creaky system bends under increasingly extreme weather, surging demand and spotty investment. As a result, power outages, surges, brownouts and rolling blackouts are frustratingly familiar to many homeowners. How best to protect, endure and regroup when your power blips, dips and trips?
- [Can Restaurants Recover from Forced Shutdowns?](https://pauldavis.com/blog/can-restaurants-recover-from-forced-shutdowns/): Restaurant closures can be a mere hiccup due to a brief power outage or a vacation week in August. Staff and customers return, good food and festivities resume. Longer, forced closures from fire, flooding, failed inspections or other disasters? They devastate business, property, staff and customers. Your restaurant’s very survival depends on what you do next.
- [Tornadoes: Understanding Nature’s Most Destructive Force](https://pauldavis.com/blog/tornadoes-understanding-natures-most-destructive-force/): Data suggest that the United States spawns the largest number of tornadoes on the planet, with about 1,000 barreling through yearly. How in the world did we win the severe weather lottery? Blame unique topography, for one. A flat interior bakes in the sun, abundant moisture from the Gulf of America surges over the smooth terrain, and bingo: thunderstorms – the birthplace of tornadoes - erupt. U.S. experts also tend to carefully track occurrence, which boosts our comparative tornado count. Interestingly, Russia and Australia, with similar geographies, might rank in this atmospheric lottery if better weather records existed.
- [From Industry Expert to Homeowner: A Hurricane Recovery Story](https://pauldavis.com/blog/from-industry-expert-to-homeowner-a-hurricane-recovery-story/): I thought I knew a lot about this industry, but truthfully, I didn’t know too much until I had personally gone through this experience.
- [Mold Remediation Cost: What Affects the Price?](https://pauldavis.com/blog/mold-remediation-cost-factors/): Reach out to Paul Davis today to schedule an inspection or request immediate mold damage restoration.
- [Paul Davis Restoration Delivers Smiles Throughout the Year](https://pauldavis.com/blog/paul-davis-restoration-delivers-smiles-throughout-the-year/): One of the most satisfying aspects of working for a locally-owned but nationally affiliated company like Paul Davis Restoration, is the ability and the freedom to ‘lend a hand’ to those in need. “You might say, It’s in our DNA”, says Leslie Anderson, Paul Davis Restoration Senior Vice President of Training & Launch. “Paul Davis people support homeowners, civic, community, and religious organizations, commercial property and business owners, and others, recover after damage to their property. It is satisfying work and requires skills and equally important true compassion to willingly help those in need.”
- [Thunder and Lightning = Shockingly Dangerous](https://pauldavis.com/blog/thunder-and-lightning-shockingly-dangerous/): Does your dog whine, shake, drool and hide when thunderstorms hit? Do you own special snug shirts to gently squeeze Fido’s petrified frame? Do you snuggle and coo to soothe the seemingly irrational terror? News flash, oblivious human: canine instincts are spot on. These furious thunderstorm tempests are scary and very dangerous.
- [Tips To Support the Commercial Property Claims Process](https://pauldavis.com/blog/tips-to-support-the-commercial-property-claims-process/): An alarming insurance industry survey noted that, in just the past five years, one third of commercial property owners wrestled with disaster-related losses. Statistics were even more frightening in states prone to wildfires – half of owners grappled with losses over that span. Brace yourself if your commercial properties are vulnerable to hurricanes: a whopping two-thirds of owners faced disaster-related property damage over the last half decade.
- [Defeating Indoor Mold at Its Source](https://pauldavis.com/blog/defeating-indoor-mold-at-its-source/): “Mold flourishes anywhere it finds good conditions for growth: high humidity, poor air circulation, temperatures commonly found in homes and buildings, water, and a proper food source,” explains Jodi Lewis, General Manager, Paul Davis Restoration of North Florida. “But surprise: hot, dry, indoor environments like those in the desert Southwest also can have mold issues, often because buildings are sealed tightly to conserve energy.”
- [What Are the 3 Categories of Water Damage?](https://pauldavis.com/blog/3-categories-of-water-damage/): Water damage can come from different sources, whether it’s due to a major storm or a burst pipe in your basement. When water enters your property, the categories of water damage describe how contaminated that water is rather than how much moisture is present.
- [“I Was Nervous”: A Homeowner’s Experience with Professional Mold Remediation](https://pauldavis.com/blog/i-was-nervous-a-homeowners-experience-with-professional-mold-remediation/): What started as a faint musty smell quickly became a major concern for Dr. Anne Kerr, President Emerita of Florida Southern University, and her family. As she prepared to welcome her future daughter-in-law and soon-to-arrive grandbaby into her home, she knew something was not right. Within hours of calling Paul Davis Restoration of Polk County, a team arrived to inspect the property and begin the mold remediation process. For families dealing with potential mold damage, fast action and clear communication can make all the difference.
- [How Smart Building Managers Avoid Summer Dangers](https://pauldavis.com/blog/how-smart-building-managers-avoid-summer-dangers/): “Summer property problems quickly expedite into big disruptions that not only inconvenience many people, they also endanger the community and its reputation as a safe, well-maintained, desirable place to live,” says Hannah Jennings, General Manager, Paul Davis Restoration of Fairfield and Westchester Counties. “Building systems like plumbing and HVAC are shared. So are communal areas, stairwells, parking lots, walls, laundry facilities and so on. Damage and disruption ripple outward quickly.”
- [Never Ignore Suspected Gas Odors](https://pauldavis.com/blog/never-ignore-suspected-gas-odors/): For natural gas suppliers, mercaptan serves a valuable public safety purpose without causing negative effects on its own. Happily, an extraordinarily foul-smelling chemical called thioacetone was never considered an option. In a famous 1889 incident in Freiburg, Germany, a tiny laboratory release of thioacetone – literally a few drops – spread a repulsive stench that forced an entire city of nauseous citizens to evacuate. It’s so potent that revolted humans can detect its presence at a vanishingly small .02 parts per billion.
- [Navigating Summer, the Extreme Weather Season](https://pauldavis.com/blog/navigating-summer-the-extreme-weather-season/): Summer is packed with delights like swimming, picnics, barbecues and gatherings. But the warm months may contain a variety of severe weather that features fierce storms, high winds, flooding rain, hurricanes and tornadoes. How can homeowners respond if nature ruins their summer plans?
- [Paul Davis Restoration Businesses Salute Military Veterans](https://pauldavis.com/blog/paul-davis-restoration-businesses-salute-military-veterans/): ‘Thank you for your service’ has become the honorific catch-phrase for both military veterans and first-responders throughout the United States today. And rightly so, according to Stephanie Rosenstone, Chief of Staff for Paul Davis Restoration. “As our military men and women veterans finish their service and seek second careers with Paul Davis Restoration, we find they exhibit many of the same abilities as our successful Paul Davis Restoration business owners. As a rule, they’re intelligent, resourceful, and passionate about everything they do. They’re also dedicated, hardworking, and committed to team success.”
- [Can I Handle Water Damage On My Own?](https://pauldavis.com/blog/can-i-handle-water-damage-on-my-own/): Water damage can be extremely costly, especially if you don't act quickly or don't properly tackle hidden moisture issues within walls, ceilings, and floors. Other than cases of very minor flooding, water removal and damage restoration usually isn't something you should try to handle yourself. Knowing who to call for water damage can save you a huge amount of hassle by ensuring the problem is handled correctly to avoid further damage, mold issues, and safety hazards.
- [Emergency Water Damage Cleanup: What to Do in the First 24 Hours](https://pauldavis.com/blog/emergency-water-damage-what-to-do-in-the-first-24-hours/): We support you in all aspects of water damage restoration. We can handle the process from start to finish, including identifying and eliminating the source of the water, drying out and decontaminating the area, tackling any mold issues, and handling all of the necessary repairs to restore the property to its original condition.
- [Dealing With Unexpected Financial Strains After a Home Fire](https://pauldavis.com/blog/dealing-with-unexpected-financial-strains-after-a-home-fire/): Russell Vent, owner of Paul Davis Restoration of Greater Rochester, speaks from experience when it comes to house fires and the aftershocks that homeowners may suffer. “Our mitigation and restoration crews arrive after firefighters have put out the flames, doused the smoldering embers, the smoke has subsided and firefighters rule the fire danger over. Their work is dangerous; their skills are outstanding, and their post-fire inspections are thorough.” Now, the homeowner needs different experts with different skill sets to move forward.
- [Don’t Suffer Graffiti Silently](https://pauldavis.com/blog/dont-suffer-graffiti-silently/): For talented artists like Banksy and Jean Michel Basquiat, graffiti serendipitously provided a counterculture introduction to the legitimate art world. But it’s vanishingly rare that cheeky visionaries convert crimes to collectibles. Most unauthorized graffiti is considered vandalism and carries a significant financial impact, costing property owners and municipalities an estimated $15 to $18 billion each year to clean up and repair.
- [Protect Your Home Against the Top Three Damage Risks](https://pauldavis.com/blog/protect-your-home-against-the-top-three-damage-risks/): Did you know that most - nine of every 10 - homeowners fret that extreme weather will harm their homes? Half of all homeowners are so concerned that they consider moving to reduce risks. That’s no surprise: it’s human nature to dread distant, uncommon threats more than close, familiar hazards. But data reveals the real story: the most worrisome hazards are already in the house.
- [Surprise Fire Hazard: Water Heaters](https://pauldavis.com/blog/surprise-fire-hazard-water-heaters/): Susan Whitaker built a thriving business baking sourdough loaves. Her commercial kitchen smelled delicious every day until one March morning when a worker detected an acrid odor. Within minutes, faint curls of smoke appeared. The fire department quickly identified a surprise source - a burning water heater in the basement - and doused the flames before they spread.
- [House Smoke Damage vs. Fire Damage: Which Is Worse?](https://pauldavis.com/blog/house-smoke-damage-vs-fire-damage-which-is-worse/): Recovering after a fire can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to understand what parts of your home were affected and how to move forward. You may notice visible destruction in one area while stubborn odors or discoloration appear in places untouched by flames. That’s because residential smoke damage behaves differently from fire damage, and each type affects your house in its own way.
- [Removing Smoke Odor Following a Fire](https://pauldavis.com/blog/removing-smoke-odor-following-a-fire/): Smoke odors can settle into your home long after flames are gone, creating an unpleasant reminder of a stressful event. Even after visible debris is cleared, lingering smells can make it difficult to feel comfortable again. At Paul Davis Restoration, Inc., you can count on a team that understands how removing smoke odor after fire damage requires more than surface cleaning.
- [Paul Davis Restoration Delivers Unique Capabilities](https://pauldavis.com/blog/paul-davis-restoration-delivers-unique-capabilities/): Matt Wildt, Vice President of Training of Paul Davis Restoration, speaks often and with pride about the Paul Davis businesses that make up this nationwide network of skilled and motivated specialists. “To operate a successful mitigation and restoration business, thorough training is essential. Training with Paul Davis is unique. Each of our operating businesses must meet rigorous standards in mitigation and restoration. So, each Paul Davis team includes people well- schooled as IICRC specialists (Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification). Our company operates advanced IICRC training facilities in Jacksonville, Florida and Salt Lake City, Utah that trains new people, plus renews their skills often in a variety of damage-related and practical work skills. It is the very best restoration industry preparation they can get anywhere.”
- [Outdoor Fire Pits Present Serious Dangers](https://pauldavis.com/blog/outdoor-fire-pits-present-serious-dangers/): Valued at a robust $8 billion annually and growing about six percent a year, the global fire pit market shows that people really enjoy comfortable outdoor living. Not only do they huddle near blazing pits on cool nights at home, but they also seek resorts, hotels and restaurants that feature these bright gathering spots. Everyone, it seems, longs to gaze into dancing flames and warm up as they renew social ties.
- [Do This Immediately After Commercial Property Damage](https://pauldavis.com/blog/do-this-immediately-after-commercial-property-damage/): This may not come as a surprise but deer do not favor online shopping. Instead, they overwhelmingly prefer retail locations. They excitedly burst into cellphone stores, big box establishments and car dealerships – even Christmas stores in December, presumably to pick up last-minute gifts. Bank lobbies are particularly popular deer destinations. Perhaps enterprising herd members require fast cash to fuel sprees.
- [Take Extreme Caution: Flash Flooding Alerts](https://pauldavis.com/blog/take-extreme-caution-flash-flooding-alerts/): Witnesses never forget flash floods, which strike precipitously in nightmarish guises. A sleepy creek erupts from a trickle to a life-threatening roar in minutes. In mere seconds, a churning wall of water scours a steep canyon clean of trees, rocks and hikers. A raging torrent barrels down a dry creek bed, surging chaotically where dry ground existed mere minutes before.
- [Choosing the Right Restoration Company Pays Big Dividends](https://pauldavis.com/blog/choosing-the-right-restoration-company-pays-big-dividends/): With little or no advance warning, fire and flood damage can turn your world upside down in a matter of hours. Your first, immediate reactions … ‘What should I do, who should I call, how do I put our home, or my business back together again?’
- [Should You Be Concerned About Ceiling and Wall Cracks?](https://pauldavis.com/blog/should-you-be-concerned-about-ceiling-and-wall-cracks/): Sometimes cracks are critical warning signs. Sometimes they are simply cosmetic annoyances. How can homeowners tell the difference? Hannah Jennings, General Manager, Paul Davis Restoration Fairfield, and Westchester Counties, unpacks the topic in this Q&A.
- [Know How to Protect Your Home After Any Level of Water Damage](https://pauldavis.com/blog/know-how-to-protect-your-home-after-any-level-of-water-damage/): Home water damage is a distressingly frequent emergency. Eye-popping statistics help explain why. Over recent decades, for example, a staggering 99 percent of U.S. counties experienced flooding. It’s a pricey problem, too, prompting insurers to pay out almost $14,000 per water damage incident. If you survey your neighbors, most report their own unhappy indoor flooding at the worst times, perhaps as they depart for vacation, kick off a party or sleep.
- [Identifying Issues with Roofs, Decks and Outbuildings](https://pauldavis.com/blog/identifying-issues-with-roofs-decks-and-outbuildings/): Horse barns. A car dealership. A beloved community pool hall. Warehouses. Too many carports to count. Buildings like these – sound for decades - collapsed across southern states during ferocious Winter Storm Fern in late January. Northern states weren’t spared but southern folks experienced particular devastation. Many owners whose buildings survived are nonetheless dealing with damage and lengthy repairs.
- [What is a Water Damage Inspection and Assessment?](https://pauldavis.com/blog/water-damage-inspection-assessment-process/): When your home experiences water damage, it requires more than just running a few air movers to dry it out. Getting excess moisture out of your home often requires a scientific process that starts with a thorough inspection. This is considered the diagnostic phase to identify all potential affected materials and to prevent potential toxic mold damage that could lead to long term structural damage of your home.
- [What You Need to Know About Hail Damage](https://pauldavis.com/blog/hail-damage-house-signs-restoration/): Hailstorms can be violent, and many homeowners can falsely assume they’ve come away unscathed from the weather when their windows are still intact. However, storm damage is often hidden or latent, and can go on to cause issues like leaks months or even years after the storm.
- [Top 5 Reasons for Basement Flooding](https://pauldavis.com/blog/top-5-reasons-basement-flooding/): Finding water in your basement is more than just stressful; it also puts your home at risk for
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