Save the candles
Save the Candles for Date Night In a storm safety first, ambiance second. The most avoidable fires that we see are caused when the electricity goes out, candles and wine come out and someone falls asleep. Power outages do not injure people, but accidents will arise if you are ill-prepared. We have some safety tips and candle […]
Don’t Get Scammed After a Disaster
Don’t Get Scammed After a Disaster A California field guide for property owners and managers The First 24 Hours Protect people first. Then document the loss and take reasonable steps to prevent additional damage when it is safe. 1. Safety First Follow evacuation orders. Do not enter a structure with fire, electrical, gas, structural, sewage, […]
Before You Disturb the Building: What California Property and Facility Managers Need to Know About Lead, Asbestos, and Testing
A practical planning guide for California property and facility managers: test before you disturb lead paint or asbestos-containing material, use qualified professionals, control the building during the work, and document every decision to protect tenants, employees, and the owner.
Before the Next Big Storm
Before the Next Big Storm Maria’s 2023 Atmospheric-River Experience As one of the company’s owners, I took my first three-day vacation in three years just after Christmas. Frank, our other owner, was on leave. Suddenly, my phone exploded with calls from frantic customers who could not get through on our 800 number. Puzzled, I called […]
California Law Creates Standards for Testing and Remediating Wildfire Smoke
California Law Creates Standards for Testing and Remediating Wildfire Smoke Why This Law Feels Personal My son was in the Eaton Fire. His home was covered inside and out with a fine layer of soot. His landlord ignoredhis pleas for testing. Because we own a remediation company, we were able to use our professional connectionsto […]
What Property Managers and Facility Managers Need to Know to Help Prevent Fires
What Property Managers and Facility Managers Need to Know to Help Prevent Fires Fire prevention starts before an emergency Last week I arrived at work to find out that one of my favorite property managers had had a fire. No one’s fault – a mechanical error. The fire alarms did their job, the fire wall […]
Mold Prevention: How Property Managers Can Keep Moisture Problems from Becoming a Notice of Violation
Mold Prevention: How Property Managers Can Keep Moisture Problemsfrom Becoming a Notice of Violation Mold problems rarely begin with mold. They usually begin with something much smaller: a slow plumbing leak, failed caulking, a roof defect,condensation around a window, an overflowing appliance, or a tenant’s report that did not receive promptattention. Left unresolved, a manageable […]
California Wildfires: Preparation & Response for HOA’s
Client Testimonial: Fire Damage Restoration in San Francisco!
Tips for Preparing for La Niña in the Bay Area
Simple Steps for Safeguarding Against a Wet Season Whether you believe this La Niña season will be soaking wet or a total drought, it never hurts to prepare for the worst! Maria walks you through a basic checklist for La Niña preparedness so that if the worst DOES happen, you’re less likely to be facing […]
