Water Damaged Basement in Pandora
In July 2024, we received a call from Pandora, Ohio. A home owner's sump pump had malfunctioned, causing water damage in their finished basement. They…
Read MoreHouse Fire Restoration Started from Vehicle near Garage
In November of 2023, we were contacted by the Allen County Sheriff's Office to board up a property after a house fire in Bluffton, Ohio.…
Read MoreWater Damage Prevention: Get Smart
This is our final article in the Water Damage Prevention Series. We know that Water Damage is not a fun experience, because we see it…
Read MoreWater Damage Prevention: Outside Prevention
Here at Swartz Restoration & Emergency Services, our hope is that you never experience any sort of water damage. Most often, water damage occurs inside…
Read MoreWater Damage Prevention: Maintenance Routine
No one wants to experience water damage in their home or their business. It's not a fun experience, and it can be costly. So, what…
Read MoreWhen Water Damage and Fire Damage Mix
When our Water Team is called out to a home, most of the time it's because there's just water damage on the property. On this…
Read MoreWhat To Do If You Experience Storm Damage?
Spring weather in West Central Ohio is often very wet. Rains saturate the ground, causing minor flooding most years. Yet those spring rains are delivered…
Read MoreWhy You Need to Know HOW to Turn Off Your Water
Water damage in your home or your business can make your world stop! We get it! We see it every week. We specialize in helping…
Read MoreWater in a Finished Basement
We were called to a home in Cridersville, Ohio when a home owner discovered water in their finished basement. Our team arrived quickly and immediately…
Read MoreTypes of Water Damage
It has been a wet few weeks here in Ohio, which means our phones have been ringing off the hook. We specialize in water damage…
Read MoreWhat does it mean to Dryout, Cleanup and Rebuild?
When we receive a call in our office, our team is ready to answer and help. Sometimes that help looks like referring the caller to…
Read MoreDehumidi-fires
Take a look at these three sets of pictures. They were each started by the same machine, a Dehumidifier. The machine designed to remove excess…
Read MoreNavigating the Restoration Process after Experiencing Storm Damage
After a storm rolls through your area, it can leave a lot of devastation in its wake. Branches and leaves littered across lawns. Puddles and…
Read MoreWind Storm Damage in Wapak, Ohio
The Spring of 2023 brought a storm into the area that caused wind storm damage to multiple homes in Wapak, Ohio. This home was one…
Read MoreVehicle Damage to Home in Lima, Ohio
In July of 2023, a minivan drove off the street and into the side of a brick house. We were called out to secure the…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Extent of Structure Damage Restoration
Experiencing damage to the structure of your home or your business can feel overwhelming. No matter the cause of the structure damage, it can be…
Read MoreNavigating Restoration after Vehicle Impact Damage
A Guide to Assessment and Inspection Having a vehicle drive into your home or business is a devastating event, often causing quite a bit of…
Read MoreGetting through the Smoke: Scents of Fire Damage
Scents of Fire Damage The smells of fire damage can be very distinct. Damage to a home or building after a fire is a result…
Read MoreBellefontaine House Fire Restoration
A house fire in Bellefontaine, Ohio was caused from their gas fireplace. A fire was started by... a fire? Yes, there's irony in that, but…
Read MoreCleanup and Debris Removal
Fire Questions Series We continue our series of answering your questions about fire damage restoration. Today's topic addresses questions pertaining to Cleanup and Debris Removal.…
Read MoreFire Questions: Timeline and Duration
We continue our Fire Questions series today, as we answer three more questions about Timeline and Duration of the restoration process. Q1: How long does…
Read MorePreventing Frozen Pipes
The Cold is Coming!!! This weekend and early next week in our area is about to experience some very cold temperatures. We often find ourselves…
Read MoreAction Steps for a Leaking Pipe
Being prepared for the cold snap this weekend is only the beginning. Prevention is always the most ideal situation, right? Yet if you discover water…
Read MoreWater Heater Leak in Wapak Ohio
Hot Water Heater Leak Three days after Christmas, we were called to an apartment quadplex in Wapak, Ohio. A water heater leaked in one of…
Read More‘Twas the Night before Christmas
Swartz Restoration Edition 'Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house, smoke was encircling and forcing out the mouse. The flames that had…
Read MoreVehicle Impact in St. Marys Ohio
In the fall of 2023, we were called to a residence in St. Marys, Ohio. Someone had driven a vehicle into the garage...without opening the…
Read MorePlaying Together at Work
Not Working Together Last week everyone in our company set aside one whole day to not work. That's right! We didn't do our regular job…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Smells of Water Damage
The Unseen Issues Water damage can cause a variety of issues in a home or a business. Some of those issues are easily seen, like…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Extent of Fire Damage Restoration
Having a fire in your home or business can feel overwhelming. Depending on the severity of the fire and the damage, you could have just…
Read MoreGratitude in Restoration
As the holiday season unfolds and families gather to express gratitude, we at Swartz Restoration are taking a moment to reflect on the immense gratitude…
Read MoreNavigating Fire Damage Restoration
A Guide to Assessment and Inspection Experiencing a fire in your home or business is a devastating event, but understanding the first steps in the…
Read MoreMastering the Art of Water Damage Restoration
A Comprehensive Guide Water damage in your home can be a nightmare, but understanding the restoration process can bring you much-needed relief. In this blog…
Read MoreQuestions of Restoration
The unthinkable has happened: you have water damage in your home, or your business has been damaged by fire! Or someone drove into your home…
Read MoreLima Ohio Residential Home Fire
Back in 2016, the fire department called our team out to board up a property after a house fire. We boarded up all the windows,…
Read MoreComplete Home Restoration In Lima, Ohio
Every restoration job is different. Some require very little demo work and others require a complete tear down. This job was a complete tear down.…
Read MoreResidential House Fire in Lima, OH
Back in 2016, the fire department called us out to board up this property after a fire. The call came in late at night and…
Read MoreMixing Restoration with Compassion
At Swartz Restoration, we set ourselves apart from other general contractors by mixing restoration with compassion. Our title for that blend is "We Care." How…
Read MoreDelphos, OH Sump Pump Failure
A home in Delphos, Ohio, experienced water damage recently when the sump pump failed. The home had a nice, finished basement, and water was discovered…
Read More“We Care” Scholarship 2023 Winners
We had the privilege of sorting through all the applications we received for the Swartz Restoration "We Care" Scholarship. So many quality students sent in…
Read MoreToilet Leak in Lima, Ohio
A toilet in Lima, OH, leaked for a week. Thankfully it was a supply line and not the sewage line! The water leaked across the…
Read MoreShower Drain Backs Up in Lima, OH
A shower drain backs up in Lima, Ohio, giving the home owner an experience they will not forget. The basement sump pump backed up, causing…
Read MoreWashing Machine Causes Water Damage in Columbus Grove, Ohio
A washing machine caused water damage in Columbus Grove, Ohio. Water spread across the floors in a few different rooms, finding its way into the…
Read MoreOutdoor Spigot Causes Water Damage in Sidney, Ohio
This spring we were called about water damage in Sidney, Ohio. An outdoor water spigot was left running all night. After it was shut off the…
Read MoreWater Damage Affected 6 Floors of Upscale Condominium in Lima
An upscale condominium building in Lima, OH had a water pipe break on the top floor this spring. Because water still flows downhill, it affected…
Read MoreTips to Prepare for Thunderstorms in Ohio
One benefit of living in Ohio is getting to experience all four seasons in full effect. Now that Spring is well underway, we are beginning…
Read MoreWhich Home Appliances can Cause the Most Water Damage?
Which home appliances can cause the most water damage? In our 35 years of experience, we have been called to Dryout, Cleanup and Rebuild many homes…
Read MoreWater Backup Insurance
In our 35 years of experience, we have helped a lot of different people, and we have seen a lot of different situations. One issue…
Read MoreSump Pump Failure in Lima, OH
A little over a year ago, we received a call after a sump pump failure in Lima, OH. A plumber had been called to make…
Read MoreWater in a Local Basement
Earlier this spring, we were called to one house because the sump pump malfunctioned, flooding their basement. The flooring in the basement was mostly painted…
Read MoreTime for Spring Cleaning
As the temperatures begin warming up this time of year, it is time for spring cleaning. The longer, brighter days help us get excite to…
Read MoreBenefits of Reviewing Your Insurance Policy
Reviewing Your Policy We have been in business for many years, and we help customers work with their insurance company throughout the water restoration process.…
Read MorePump-out vs. Water Extraction
Maybe you did everything the experts recommend to prevent water damage from touching your home. Yet you discover water in your basement or part of…
Read MoreMulti-family Rental Unit Fire Restoration in Lima, OH
This summer we were called out for a rental unit fire restoration. A fire had started in an upstairs bathroom, in the middle unit of…
Read MoreWater Damages in Wapak, OH
In February 2019, we were called about water damages in a home in Wapak, Ohio. The home had been vacant during the winter, but a…
Read MoreWater Damage in the Winter
As the temperatures outside begin to drop below the freezing point, your home is more at risk of winter water damage. When water freezes, it…
Read More12 Days of Holiday Fire Safety
On the twelfth day of Holiday Fire Safety, my true love warned me to check... As we approach the holidays, let's take a little time…
Read MoreFire Restoration Services
Few events can be as devastating to a family or business owner as a fire. This experience can leave you feeling overwhelmed, stressed out, and…
Read More6 Ways to Avoid Kitchen Fires during the Holidays
Food plays a big role in our lives every single day. We eat to fuel our bodies for the work we do, and we feast…
Read MoreProperty Board-Up after a Fire
Why did they do that?! Have you ever driven by a home after there was a fire? You see boards covering all of the broken…
Read MoreThe Beauty & Risks of Christmas Trees
We know that many of you are like many of us: you have waited as long as you can before putting up your Christmas tree!…
Read MoreThe Forgotten Smoke Alarm
For many of us, we forget the smoke alarm is even in our home, until it goes off! With so many activities on our schedules,…
Read MoreApartment Fire in Van Wert, OH
A few years back, we received a call from a previous client in Van Wert, OH. His multi-unit apartment complex had caught fire. The apartment…
Read MoreGarage Fire in Celina, OH
A few years ago, an insurance agent called us to board up a house in Celina, OH after a garage fire. The fire started on…
Read MoreApartment Complex Burst Pipe in Ottawa, Ohio
In early March of 2022, we received a late-night call about an apartment complex burst pipe in Ottawa, Ohio. We stopped out the next morning…
Read MoreVehicle Impact Delphos Ohio
Back in 2018, we were called by a local insurance agent about a car running through a beauty salon. We got the board-up call around…
Read MoreCommercial Water Loss in Lima, Ohio
Back in May of 2021, we were called out to a commercial water loss in Lima, OH. This particular business has been a vendor of…
Read MoreCar Wash Fire in Lima OH
Fire started in one of the automatic wash bays to a local car wash. We were called out to do a roof tarp to prevent…
Read MoreCommercial Electrical Fire in Lima, OH
A local business in Lima, Ohio, had an electrical fire in their commercial property. The fire started in the electrical panel and spread to two…
Read MoreHistoric Apartment Building in Wapak OH
A fire broke out in a top apartment unit in Wapakoneta, Ohio. The fire caused serious damage to the top units and burned the roof…
Read MoreVehicle Impact To Insurance Agency in Bellefontaine
Back in 2016, a vehicle struck the side of the building. We came out to board up the window and the bricks were damaged. After…
Read MoreBi-Level House Fire in Bellefontaine
We were called out to do a board up on a bi-level property by the homeowner’s local agent. The fire damage was caused by an…
Read MoreFrozen Pipe Damage in Wapak OH
Back in Feb of 2019, we got a call about frozen pipes causing water damage to a home. At the time, the home was vacant…
Read MoreAttic Fire In Lima, OH
Call came in during the middle of the night from the fire department for a board up/secure of a residential home that caught fire. Electrical…
Read MoreCommercial Building Fire Ottawa Ohio
A fire loss was called in by the local fire department. We boarded up a door and discovered water damage upstairs. Before we could get…
Read MoreElectrical Fire in Lafayette, Ohio
We were called out to secure a garage that had an electrical fire. Majority of the damage was in the attic, so we had to…
Read More2 Story Apartment Fire in Lima Ohio
The adjuster for this job called us to board up this 2 story apartment unit. The fire happened in the downstairs kitchen and there was…
Read MoreVehicle Impact to Lima Home
The homeowner’s local insurance agent referred them to us to stabilize the garage after it was hit by a car. The person that impacted the…
Read MoreLeipsic House Fire
This residential house caught fire in Leipsic, Ohio. The fire started upstairs above the kitchen. We were called out late in the night to secure…
Read MoreAttic Fire in Ottawa
Attic Fire Swartz Contracting & Emergency Services was called by the homeowner's insurance agent. The house fire was back in January. Fire was caused by…
Read MoreResidential Complete Rebuild in Celina Ohio
Tornado Damage in Celina During the tornados in Celina, Ohio 2019, we were called out for a board up. We secured the property until we…
Read MoreRestaurant Fire in Celina, Ohio
Restaurant/Apartment Fire Damage This job was called in to us by the property owner of the restaurant back in 2013. Above the restaurant is an…
Read MoreChoosing A Commercial Contractor
It can be tough to find the RIGHT contractor to turn the building of your dreams into a reality. You are proud of the business…
Read More4 Tips To Prevent Water Damage
Water damage can happen at any time and is something we don’t think about preparing for. There are many causes of water damage such as…
Read MoreHow Snow Can Damage Your Property
Winter can be a fun time. It’s a time to go out and play in the snow, build snowmen, and drink hot chocolate. Although snow…
Read MoreDo’s & Don’ts of Frozen Pipes
As the weather keeps flipping from below freezing temperatures to spring weather, it can cause your pipes to become frozen. Just imagine sitting on your…
Read MoreBoard Up The Property After A Fire
Secure Structure After Fire Loss When the fire department goes out to extinguish a fire, it is important to board up and secure the property…
Read MoreDo you know the leading causes of home fires?
According to the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA), 1,342,000 structure fires were reported and cost $10.6 billion in property damage in 2016. A fire can…
Read MoreHistory of Swartz
The Beginning After trying out different career paths such as accounting and working for two different local construction companies, Paul Swartz created the company Swartz…
Read MoreWater Mitigation Process
A water loss is extremely stressful. We try to take as much stress off our customers as possible. During the water loss, we will work…
Read MoreHow do pipes freeze and burst?
With the presence of winter weather, the threat of freezing pipes is on many homeowners’ minds. Pipes burst mainly for one reason: water expands when…
Read MoreThe 12 Days of Holiday Fire Safety
12 Extension cords If extension cords are overloaded with holiday lights, they can overheat and catch fire. Avoid overloading the cord by reading over the…
Read More10 Bad Habits That Cause Home Fires
According to a five-year study by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), U.S. fire departments responded to, on average, 1,000 home fires every day. When…
Read MoreCan Your Business Survive A Disaster?
Disaster can strike at any time or anywhere. There's not a 10-minute warning to prepare, it just happens. Leaving you to pick up the pieces…
Read MoreFire Prevention Safety Tips Every Business Needs To Know
An office fire can strike at any moment. A fire can destroy your property and can put your employees in immediate danger. Don’t think lightly…
Read MoreLearn why you need PREP
One of the best feelings in the world is peace of mind, knowing that everything is protected and safe in case the worst happens. Our…
Read MoreWater Damaged Drywall
Is it just us, or has Northwest Ohio felt a bit like Seattle lately? We’ve had quite a bit of rain, but even more so…
Read MoreHidden Spots You Need to Clean
Our home is our domain, our castle, our solitude. We keep it clean, tidy, and free from invaders - right? As it turns out, maybe…
Read MoreThe 3 Most Common Flood Types
Whether you live in a small house in the suburbs or a large, luxurious ranch in the country, your home is at risk of flooding.…
Read MoreHow to Save Your Carpet from Water Damage
Water damage to carpet is a very common problem and one that can cause homeowners a lot of grief. In this article, you'll learn how…
Read More5 Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality
The air inside your home and office can often be more polluted than the air outside. Within the air, you'll find microscopic dust mites, mold,…
Read MoreBurst Supply Line to Washing Machine in Lima, Ohio
A property manager called Swartz Contracting & Emergency Services to clean up a flooded condo. After the arrival of our team, a detailed and thorough…
Read MoreHow to Prevent Air Conditioner Water Damage
The weather is finally starting to warm up, and it’s the perfect time to make sure your air conditioning system is ready to beat the…
Read MoreFlooded Crawl Space Ada, Ohio
Swartz Contracting & Emergency Services was called in to assess a water damage situation in Ada, Ohio. A supply line behind the hot water heater…
Read MoreCommercial Building Restoration Lima, Ohio
Swartz Contracting was called in to bring life to an old building in downtown Lima, Ohio. The building had water damage and mold damage that…
Read MoreWater Damage Wapak, Ohio
Swartz Contracting & Emergency Services was called out to a water damage situation in Wapak, Ohio. A pex fitting had came loose in the basement,…
Read MoreSmoke Odor Removal Piqua, Ohio
Swartz Contracting & Emergency Services was called in to remove a smoke odor in a condo unit. Three hydroxyl units were placed in the condo…
Read MoreLeaky Dishwasher Damage Bellefontaine, Ohio
Swartz Contracting & Emergency Services recently was called in to clean up the mess caused by a faulty dishwasher drain line. It affected the kitchen…
Read MoreFlooded basement in Ottawa, Ohio
Swartz Contracting & Emergency Services was recently called out to asses a flooded basement caused by a burst supply line to an outside spigot.…
Read MoreSurviving a Fire
There are few events more frightful than experiencing a fire in your home. To prepare, there are a few things that should be established in…
Read MoreDo’s and Don’ts After Experiencing Damage
At Swartz Contracting and Emergency Services, we understand the loss and suffering that comes after experiencing a damage, whether it be from a fire, water…
Read MoreRecalled Dehumidifiers
Description: This recall involves 20, 25, 30, 40, 45, 50, 65 and 70-pint dehumidifiers with brand names Danby, De’Longhi, Fedders, Fellini, Frigidaire, Gree, Kenmore, Norpole,…
Read MoreThe Importance of a Bathroom’s Exhaust Fan
Think of all the hot showers and steam that a bathroom has to endure. All of the excessive moisture that builds up in the bathroom…
Read MoreKeys to Drying a Water Damaged Area
Properly removing water from a damaged structure is incredibly important and should be taken seriously. Here are the keys to properly drying a water damaged…
Read MoreNecessary Maintenance Tasks: Part 2
There are a few more areas that can be checked for maintenance purposes in order to keep things running smoothly in your home. Now is…
Read MoreNecessary Maintenance Tasks: Part 1
There is a lot to home maintenance that is sometimes forgotten in the shuffle of the day-to-day list of things that have to be done.…
Read MoreWater Damage and Your Health
If water damage is not treated correctly or in a timely manner, it will eventually destroy the integrity and structure of the building, and worse,…
Read MoreThe Best Ways to Prevent Basement Flooding
If you have experienced water damage in your basement, you know how stressful it is. You know how much damage can happen to your cherished…
Read MorePreventing Mold Growth in Your Home
The winter months can be one of the best times of year for mold to grow. Often mold is contained near water sources where it…
Read MoreWater Saving Tips: Ways to save water in the home in Lima, Ohio
Saving money is extremely important to everyone, especially during seasons when heating or cooling bills are higher. Most people are aware of a large amount…
Read MoreWater Heater: Inspections and When to Replace
Unfortunately, the first time you are aware of a problem with your water heater, it is when you have a giant puddle in your basement…
Read More5 Most Common Causes of Electrical Fires
The weather is cooler, the heaters are on. The holiday season is here and the lights are going up. According to the U.S. Fire Administration,…
Read MoreThe Most Common Places for Mold Growth in Your Home
Discovering mold your home can be a jarring experience. It’s easy to go through a wide range of emotions from disgust to being fearful that…
Read MoreMold Help: What is it and why is it so bad?
Mold is silent, ugly, and can be detrimental to your health if found in your home and left untreated. Often times, without even realizing, you…
Read More7 Precautionary Measures To Prevent A Home Fire
According to the U.S. Fire Administration’s report on residential fires, in 2014, the national average of home fires was 379,500 which resulted in 2,765 deaths,…
Read MoreWhat To Do After Water Damage Is Discovered
Discovering your home has suffered from water damage from flooding, a busted pipe, roof leak or a sump pump backup is not fun, extremely inconvenient…
Read MoreSteps to Water Loss Restoration
Experiencing any amount of water damage, whether it be a busted pipe or flooded basement, is an overwhelming experience and it’s tough to know where…
Read MoreSwartz Contracting Restoring Hope in Louisiana
We have partnered with Impact With Hope as an official drop off location to collect supplies for the victims of the devastating floods in Louisiana.…
Read MoreThe Escalation of Water Damage (Lima, Ohio)
No matter how big or small, any amount of water left unattended to is going to cause problems. Whether it’s a leaky appliance or rainwater…
Read More7 Major Causes for Property Water Damage
Water damage to a property happens. Some damage can be avoided, while others can’t. Here are the top 7 causes for property damage: (more…)
Read MoreHow to Secure a Property After a Fire
While a property owner's nightmare begins at the sign of fire, it’s after the fire is out that the real work begins. It’s a fire…
Read More3 Levels of Water Categories
Typically, the first step in any water restoration processes is to identify the contamination level of the water. This level of water contamination is broken…
Read MoreAppliances That Can Cause the Most Water Damage
One of the major causes of water damage to a home is a result of malfunctioning appliances. The damage appliances can bring to a household…
Read MorePreventive Maintenance in Your Bathroom
Preventive maintenance from water damage in your bathroom should be made a priority. Not only will taking preventative maintenance steps make your life easier, but…
Read MorePre-Vacation Checklist
You have planned for over a year and it’s finally vacation time! Just because your bags are packed doesn’t mean the work is done; there’s…
Read MoreCeiling Stains and Water Damage
Ceiling stains as a result of water damage are not only unsightly, but it can be hazardous to your health, home value, and your wallet.…
Read MoreWater Damage Timing is Essential
Water damage is a large problem for many household owners. Not only can water damage begin as soon as the water is present, but if…
Read MoreSpring Cleaning Checklist
The birds are chirping and the fresh smell of spring is in the air. While that means warmer weather and more time spent outside, it…
Read MoreWhy you should hire a professional
Maybe you are the type of person who loves to save money by doing things yourself. Or maybe you are the person who did something…
Read MoreWhat do Fire Restoration Services Include?
Few events can be as devastating to a family or business owner than a fire. This experience can leave you feeling overwhelmed, stressed out, and…
Read More3 reasons continuing education is important for insurance agents
Is continuing education on your to-do list? If you’re an insurance agent, it should be. As an Ohio insurance agent, by law, you are required…
Read MoreHow to better understand your insurance policy
Emotional trauma almost always accompanies a disaster or emergency causing both disruption and damage to you and your family’s lives. We want to provide the…
Read MoreHow to select a restoration contractor
Having restoration work performed on your property is a very stressful situation. The restorer should be able to answer any questions you have about the…
Read MoreHow to keep your carpets clean this winter
How is it that snow can look so pretty from your window, but when you come in from a day in the snow, your carpets…
Read MoreWhat to do when your pipes freeze and how to prevent it
Oh no! Your pipes froze! You’re probably aware that when this happens, the damages can be disastrous. Even having one pipe burst can cost you…
Read MoreHow to Prevent Water Damage from Snow and Ice
Tis the season of picture-perfect glistening white snow and frigid temperatures. Sure, snow is beautiful and with it comes the best time of the…
Read MoreHow to prevent a house fire during the holidays
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! It’s time to put the Christmas tree up, hang the lights, get the decorations out, and start…
Read MoreThe Why and How of Winterizing Your Home
Winter will be here before we know it, and you know what that means: cranking up the thermostat, longer nights, and wet weather are ahead.…
Read MoreDo you know how to properly dispose of leaves?
It’s that time of year again: cool, crisp air, pumpkins everywhere, and those dreaded autumn leaves all over your lawn. You know you want them…
Read MoreHow Small Leaks can turn into Big Problems
A small leak in the bathroom or some drippy plumbing under the sink. It doesn’t seem like a big deal at the moment or even…
Read MoreHow to Execute the Proper Fire Escape Plan
Here’s a startling fact: Each year in this country, there are more than 300,000 home fires that result in nearly 3,000 deaths and $6.8 million…
Read MoreHidden Dangers of Laminate Flooring and Water Damage
Laminate flooring is great for those who don’t want to spend the extra money on the hardwood, but still, want the same look. There are…
Read MoreHow to Protect your Documents from a Fire
Most people tend to put the thought of natural disasters out of their minds. They tend to think “it will never happen to me.” Well,…
Read MoreFlood Insurance: Do You Need it?
Do you have flood insurance? Most of you reading this will probably answer no, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have it. Did you know…
Read MoreThe Most Common Reasons for Water in your Basement
Water damage in the basement is one of the most annoying problems that homeowners face, especially those with finished basements. There are some common causes…
Read More6 Different Ways to Avoid Kitchen Fires
If you own a home or are renting somewhere, you most likely have a kitchen. Kitchen fires are a common occurrence and the room where…
Read MoreGive your Home a Little TLC this Summer
Just because you just finished your Spring Cleaning doesn’t mean the work is done around the house. Summer is a great time to getaway from…
Read MoreDo You Have the Right Fire Safety Equipment?
I don’t think anyone is really ever prepared for a fire. I mean afterall, we as humans think we are exempt from any natural disaster…
Read MoreFire Hazards: What They Mean for your Home
No one ever expects their home to catch fire, but fire hazards exist all through our homes. The most important thing to remember is most…
Read MoreAre You Prepared for Water Damage?
Flooding is the nation’s number one national disaster. Most people are not ready for flash floods or storms that may bring more rain than your…
Read MoreThe Key Questions to Ask Your Insurance Agent about Home Owners Insurance
Buying a new home and not sure what questions you should ask in regards to homeowners insurance? Homeowners insurance is very valuable, which is why…
Read MoreThe Drying Process for Water Damage
Busted pipes, leaky roofs, toilet failure… there are all kinds of ways your home can suffer water damage. Whether it’s lack of attention or a…
Read MoreHow to Choose the Right Fire Extinguisher
.With so many different types of fire extinguishers out there, it can be difficult to choose the one that is right for you. Whether it’s…
Read MoreWhat to do When Your Sump Pump Fails
If you have a basement then you know all about sump pumps. If you’ve never had one fail and flood your basement, then you’ve probably…
Read MoreHow to Delight Your Insured When they have an Emergency
How can I please them when they’re in the middle of an emergency? As an insurance agent, and a fine one we might add, you…
Read More7 Bathroom Water Damage Facts
Is Your Bathroom at Risk? It’s probably no surprise that your home’s bathroom is the most susceptible room in the house for water damage. With…
Read More5 Signs of a Trustworthy Contractor
No one expects disaster to strike. And no one expects a contractor to burn them in an already terrible situation. You hire a contractor to…
Read MoreWhy You Need a Professional When You Have Water Damage
Causes of Water Damage Water damage can happen at any time of year because the culprits are vast. Many people think of just flooding after…
Read MoreHow to Prevent Frozen Pipes
We’re already into the freezing temperatures and the winter season. We may not be able to prevent damage that comes from natural disasters, but frozen…
Read MoreEvery Home Needs an Emergency Supply Kit
It’s the time of the year for severe weather, and it always pays to be prepared. Every home should have a first aid kit, tools,…
Read MoreDon’t Let Water Stall a Property Sale
When you’re trying to sell property, the last thing you need is water damage. If it’s not handled right, you won’t be able to sell.…
Read MoreBe Sure That First Aid Kit is Properly Stocked
An earlier post listed the recommended contents for an Emergency Supply Kit that included a first aid kit. We received questions asking what should be…
Read MoreInsurance Companies Doing Well, But From Investments, Not Underwriting
According to a report by ISO’s Property Claim Services (PCS), private U.S. property/casualty insurers’ net income after taxes rose to $34.7 billion in 2010 from…
Read MoreDo Your Policyholders Have the Right Coverage?
As we work with people as they recover from wind storms, tornados, floods and other natural disasters, we continue to be struck by how little…
Read MoreDoes Your Restoration Contractor Measure Up?
We trust people that we have never met before, just because they have an MD or Dr. attached to their name. We will let someone…
Read MoreBlake Bartels Named Swartz Contracting Director of Business Development
Blake Bartels has joined Swartz Contracting as our new Director of Business Development. Bartels brings us more than 14 years of marketing and sales experience.…
Read MoreDo Your Claims Bite?
There’s an old saying that “dog bites man” isn’t news, but “man bites dog is.” That’s true, but how about when a dog bites man to…
Read MoreDisasters and Their Terms
In order to understand what you hear on your radio, tv, or computer concerning weather alerts, you may find these terms and their definitions helpful!…
Read MoreWhat Makes Us Different?
There are a lot of restoration contractors out there that you can refer or use, and while we all may seem to offer the same…
Read MoreOhio Spared Worst of Storms, But May Not Escape Insurance Rate Hikes
The Dayton Daily News reports that while Ohio has not been hit as hard as other states during the recent outbreaks of catastrophic storms, state…
Read MoreYour Company’s Online Presence
First impressions are everything, but if don’t ever give someone the opportunity to meet you, then they will never have any impression of you or…
Read MoreOhio Insurance Agents with Back Taxes Risk Losing Their Licenses
Ohio’s recently passed a licensing law requires insurance agents to renew their licenses every two years. It also allows the state to refuse to renew…
Read MoreA Pleased Customer
We would like to tell you a short story about one of our customers. Last year, we had the privilege of working for a lady…
Read MoreLife is full of surprises
Life throws us some curve balls sometimes, but if we take the time to do a little homework, we may find ourselves being able to…
Read MoreWe Flood, Too. Badly, In Fact.
Whenever there’s a weather event, one of the first questions we’re asked is, “How much work can you handle?” People are concerned that when everyone is…
Read Moreas High as $400 Million
According to the Ohio Insurance Institute, preliminary estimates of insurance companies losses from the May 20-26 storms range from $322 to $400 million, making this…
Read MoreDisasters putting people back to work
After a few extreme months of storms and flooding, there may be at least one positive thing coming to light. Starting as soon as different…
Read MoreSwartz Gives Back
Whenever you are given much, much is required. Here at Swartz Contracting we feel that we have been given amazing customers, insurance agents, insurance adjusters, and a…
Read MoreGot bugs?
Your bed is your place to relax and call “home” every night. The last thing you want in your bed is some not so friendly…
Read MoreFederal Disaster Aid Available for Ohio Storm and Flood Damage
FEMA has announced the federal disaster aid is now available to aid Ohio’s recovery from the storms and flooding from April 4 to May 15.…
Read More50 Miles in Every Direction
Ever wonder how far Swartz Contracting will travel to serve a customer? In general, we will travel 50 miles in every direction from Lima, Ohio.…
Read MoreMore Solar in Ohio
As of this date, Ohio has about 12 megawatts of solar power, but that number will increase before to long. The largest solar panel array…
Read MoreMost common disasters
Disasters happen all over the world, but there are certain disasters that are more frequent then others. The world’s number one disaster is floods. Floods…
Read MoreAgents/Adjusters Need CE Course Hours?
Swartz Contracting is proud to announce that we will be having a CE Course for insurance agents, adjusters, and other professionals who may need these…
Read MoreCustomer Satisfaction
We worked for a wonderful couple named the Shivley’s. Mold had become an issue in their bathroom, and we were called to remediate the mold…
Read MoreTechnology and the Insurance Industry
It’s been said to work smarter not harder, and that is exactly what insurance companies are doing these days. Insurance companies including State Farm, Fireman’s…
Read MoreWe Aim to Please
Two of the foundational principles we operate on here at Swartz Contracting is customer service and satisfaction. Please feel free to read the testimonial written…
Read MoreA little about us
Swartz Contracting is one of Northwest Ohio’s leading restoration and remodeling companies. Located at 2622 Baty Rd. in Lima, OH, Swartz Contracting specializes in Fire, Wind,…
Read MoreFire Restoration
No matter how big or small, when a fire occurs in residential or commercial property, it is a serious situation. Since 1987 and thousands of projects…
Read MoreWind&Storm Restoration
When high winds, ice storms, lightning, hail, and tornados arrive, the damage to your property can be significant. Swartz Contracting provides emergency roof tarping and…
Read MoreWater Loss Testimonial
Please watch this video of one of our customers who we had the privilege of helping after a water loss.
Read MoreA Letter From our President
Dear Customer, I started Swartz Contracting in 1987 and never did I imagine the number of satisfied customers that we would service over the years.…
Read MorePlumbers needed in Antarctica?
You read right. Plumbers are needed in Antarctica. According to the Cambridge News, the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for plumbers to support the…
Read MoreVandalism & Vehicle Impact Services
At Swartz Contracting we understand that vandalism damage is a scary and unfortunate circumstance. Whether its drywall, windows, siding, painting or any other damage that needs…
Read MoreSome Insurance Companies We Have Worked With
At Swartz we work with all insurance companies to bring their policy holders the best possible service after a disaster. Below is a list of…
Read MoreWe also do remodeling
Remodeling Swartz Contracting is a family owned business servicing the northwest Ohio area since 1987. We pride ourselves in quality, craftmanship, and customer service. Whether…
Read MoreWater Restoration
When you have a flood, pipe break, an unexpected roof leak, or a sewer/sump pump backup, water damage can be your worst enemy. With hundreds…
Read MoreOhio First State to Get New Policy Insuring Against Loss of Property Value
Home Value Insurance Co. has chosen Ohio for the launch of a new policy that protects homeowners from falling property values. The company says that…
Read MoreBe 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…
Read MoreNationwide 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…
Read MoreEarthquakes 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…
Read MoreHistory 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…
Read More“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…
Read MoreEducating 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…
Read MoreWinter 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…
Read MoreSupporting 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…
Read MoreCulprits 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…
Read MoreWhy 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…
Read MoreSupporting Charities and the 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…
Read MoreWinter Home Maintenance Tips
Yes, it’s cold outside, but your home needs attention in the winter just like it would during the spring and summer months. Now that the…
Read MoreWinter is Here, but Let’s Think Spring!
Winter weather is just now hitting us, but we can’t help but think about spring and the warmer weather it brings! You may think we…
Read MoreThinking about Remodeling?
Sooner or later every homeowner will find the need to make major home improvements or a complete remodel. With spring just around the corner, now…
Read MoreGot Water Damage?
Busted pipes, overflowing toilets, roof leaks, sewer back-ups, and flooded basements are always unexpected. Water damage requires a certified expert with the knowledge, equipment, and…
Read MoreWater Damage + Time = MOLD! …Swartz Contracting is the Solution!
What is mold and where does it come from? Mold grows where enough water is present for it to reproduce. So if your home or…
Read MoreYour Water Restoration Specialists!
Water damage is frustrating and is something that must be taken care of immediately. Time is of the essence to avoid further damage or mold. …
Read MoreSwartz Contracting’s March Madness Hoopla Contest!
Do you love basketball and the excitement that March Madness brings? Then you will have fun taking shots at our Hoopla Contest! A few games…
Read MoreDisaster Preparedness: Are You Ready?
Disaster can strike at any time, so keeping your home and family prepared as much as possible could mean the difference between life and death…
Read MoreTornadoes
Unfortunately, it’s that time of year again when many areas around the country are hit with unforgiving tornadoes. Though they are most common in and…
Read MoreThunderstorms & Lightning
We’ve seen them a lot lately… rain, thunder, and lightning. Sometimes these storms can get pretty intense and cause damage to your home. Every thunderstorm…
Read MoreWhat is Odorox?
Looking for an effective solution to conquer those tough odors? From home and commercial properties to hotels, Odorox is the advanced solution to not only…
Read MoreIs Home Where Your Allergies are?
Do you wake up saying, “A-choo!” with a tissue in hand? Allergies can really put a damper on your day. Most common triggers are pollen…
Read More10 Ways to Prevent Water Damage
Water damage is usually a costly surprise, but here are some tips so you know what to look for before a simple problem turns into…
Read MoreWeathering Summer Storms
Tornadoes and severe thunderstorms are capable of causing complete destruction or at the very least ruin your day. Many times these storms are spotted by…
Read MoreDroughts Affect More Than Just Crops
I think this recent rain was an answer to many prayers due to the Midwest drought. Crops, lawns, and trees have really paid the price…
Read MoreLooking Up For Damage
In our last blog post, we talked about drought periods affecting the ground around your home and possible causing harm to your home’s foundation. This…
Read MoreSummer Storm Damage
No one ever plans to have storm damage. Storms often come with little notice and we’re never real sure of their strength until they hit.…
Read MoreStorm Damage: Who are you gonna call?
We’ve seen our fair share of wind damage this summer, and luckily we live in Ohio and weren’t affected by hurricane Isaac and its massive…
Read MoreFall is Here! Time to Prepare for Winter!
Tips for Winterizing Your Home: Fall is here! Are you ready for the cold weather and the upcoming winter weather? Here are some tips to…
Read MoreFall Clean-up: Grab a Rake!
Fallen leaves of autumn can create a big task in your yard and garden (and gutters!). To avoid having a yard covered in wet leaves…
Read MoreOutdoor Holiday Decorating Tips from Swartz Contracting
Using a Ladder When hanging lights outdoors, use a ladder that is properly secured and consider having another person below to spot. Roof Decorations It’s…
Read MoreHoliday Home Fire Safety and Prevention Tips from Swartz Contracting
Tis the season for lights strung everywhere, holiday cooking, candlelight, and lots of time spent indoors. This can bring along with it many great memories,…
Read MoreThe Winter Woes of Basement Floods
In Ohio we never know if we will have rain or snow and it can change from day to day. Long periods of precipitation can…
Read MoreTaking Care of Your Home or Business’s Disaster Project From Start to Finish
That’s right! We handle any disaster project from the time it happens through completion. That means we clean-up, work with your insurance for you, and…
Read MoreShow Your Home Some Love In February!
Ah, February… American Heart Month and Valentine’s Day. Be sure to keep the love for your home alive with these maintenance tips to keep it…
Read MoreAttention Firefighters!
Pride and ownership holds no punches. Chief Rick Lasky takes a hard look at the fire service and finds it short on the only element…
Read MoreSwartz Contracting’s March Madness Hoopla Contest
Hey basketball fans, are you ready for March Madness? Swartz Contracting will have the March Madness Hoopla contest beginning the week of March 18th, 2014, on…
Read MoreFlood, Fire, or Storms — We’ll Be There!
Swartz Contracting has over 30 years experience helping home and business owners cope with disasters that disrupt life. Should disaster strike your property, Swartz Contracting…
Read MoreResidential Coverage Area
Based in Lima, OH, Swartz Contracting provides emergency services to a large coverage area, a 9-county area in northwest, west central and north central Ohio.…
Read MoreSpring Weather is Finally Here! Let’s Prepare for Summer!
The warmer spring weather is upon us, and before the temps get too dreadfully hot (we’re not complaining because it’s better than snow, right?) now…
Read MoreBe Prepared for Storm Damage!
Swartz Contracting & Emergency Services Storm damage can happen to anyone. Be prepared with our Summer Storm Preparedness Checklist! Trim trees and shrubs around…
Read MoreSwartz Contracting & Emergency Services: We Have a New Logo!
We have a new logo! Our new logo better reflects who we are: A full-service emergency contractor! Swartz Contracting and Emergency Services is available 24…
Read MoreCall on Us For Wind & Storm Damage!
We’ve had a few storms in our area recently causing damage to local homes and businesses. When your property is affected by a storm, who…
Read More5 Ways to Prepare Your Home for a Storm
Storm preparation can help you in so many ways. Check your insurance. Make sure you have the coverage you need if your property is damaged.…
Read MoreI Have Water Damage! Now What Do I Do?
You’ve had a long day at work and can’t wait to kick back and relax at home sweet home. You pull into the garage, open…
Read MoreDisaster Strikes… Pros Strike Back
You can’t plan for a disaster. Mother Nature can unload at any moment, leaving your house, your property in shambles, while leaving you a frustrated…
Read MoreFire prevention tips for home
Investing time and effort into fire prevention is a huge asset to ensure your family never has to endure this devastating and frightening experience. According…
Read MoreInsurance Agents: Register Today for a CE Class Near You!
WHAT: Continuing education training classes for insurance agents will include: *To Pay or Not To Pay: Residential Roofs Ohio Course #39479 *Visual Roofing Maintenance As…
Read MoreHow to create your fire escape plan
Do you and your family have a fire escape plan? If not, it’s more than something you should consider, it’s an absolute must to make…
Read MoreWorkplace fire prevention and survival tips
Workplace fire prevention is an absolute must for any business. A fire in the workplace can be devastating, resulting in the loss of life, injuries,…
Read MoreTime to winterize your home
Let’s consider for a moment what can happen if you don’t winterize your home: You lose money, your home is colder than it should be…
Read MorePrevent holiday cooking fires by staying alert
Did you know Ohio is No. 4 in the U.S. for grease and cooking-related fires on Thanksgiving Day? Or that cooking fires are the No.…
Read MoreThree holiday fire safety tips to stay safe this season
Did you know that one in every three home Christmas tree fires are caused by electrical problems? Or that December is the peak time for…
Read MoreGreat gift ideas for home repair
Anyone who has had to buy a gift for a handyman, or woman, knows it can be difficult. First of all, they’ve already got a…
Read MoreAn easy guide to building an emergency supply kit
You simply cannot predict when a disaster will strike. But you can always be prepared for one. No matter what time of year it…
Read MoreUpdated Hurricane Forecast Predicts an Active Season
Colorado State University’s Tropical Meteorology Project has updated its extended hurricane forecasts, and while the April forecast looks better than December’s it still looks like…
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