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By Swartz Restoration
March 13, 2014
Home Tips

Be Ready for Winter Storms and Extreme Cold

Even though we’ve just begun the autumn season, now is the best time to start your preparations to be sure you’re properly “winterized” and ready for when the inevitable bad weather comes. FEMA has...

By Swartz Restoration
March 13, 2014
Miscellaneous

Nationwide Emergency Alert System Test Set for November 9

The first nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System is scheduled for 2 p.m. ET, Wednesday, November 9. The National Weather Service and state and local emergency authorities use parts of the system to...

By Swartz Restoration
March 13, 2014
Miscellaneous

Earthquakes in Ohio?

In Ohio, the main disasters that the average person thinks about are floods, tornadoes, and extreme thunders storms. Earthquakes are one thing that most Ohioans never think about, because they have never experienced them...

By Swartz Restoration
March 13, 2014
Insurance

History of Disasters in Ohio

When deciding what insurance to buy for your home, consider looking into the history of the weather in the area you live. For those of us who live in Ohio, here is a list...

By Swartz Restoration
March 13, 2014
Miscellaneous

“National Preparedness Month”

Just a few months ago, Governor Kasich made September “National Preparedness Month.” Being prepared is up to every family, business, and local government. September was a reminder that preparedness comes down to each individual...

By Swartz Restoration
March 13, 2014
Miscellaneous

Educating the Customer

Educating customers about the needs they may face should be a key goal of all insurance companies. When it comes to insurance, sometimes potential customers or previous policy holders are unaware of certain insurance...

By Swartz Restoration
March 13, 2014
Miscellaneous

Winter Safety Week

In hand with OCWSA, Governor John R. Kasich designated this week, November 13-19, 2011 as “Ohio’s Winter Safety Awareness Week”. After an uncommon snowstorm hit the New England states in October, it’s time for...

By Swartz Restoration
March 13, 2014
Miscellaneous

Supporting Charities & Community

Many of us try to think of ways to give back or offer a little here or there when we are able, especially around the holidays. We support our community and the many charities...

By Swartz Restoration
March 13, 2014
Miscellaneous

Culprits of Winter Home Disasters & How to Prevent Them

Frozen Pipes Frozen pipes cause large amounts of damage in homes across the United States each year. When the temperature outside dips below 20 degrees Fahrenheit poorly insulated pipes are at risk of freezing...

By Swartz Restoration
March 13, 2014
Miscellaneous

Why is it important for your contractor to be certified? What does it mean?

Swartz Contracting is Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certified (IICRC) which includes water damage and fire restoration. All management, estimators, project managers, and technicians are IICRC certified. Our technicians that work with the...