Utah Restoration Resources & Expert Advice
Explore practical articles, prevention tips and downloadable guides for protecting your Utah home or business before, during and after property damage.
Downloadable Resource Guides
Notice to Homeowners: The resources and checklists provided in this library are for general informational purposes only. These guides are intended to offer helpful steps and best practices to assist in property maintenance and emergency preparedness. However, following these suggestions does not guarantee the prevention of property damage, injury, or the approval of insurance claims. Every home is unique; if you are uncomfortable performing any task or are facing an active emergency, please contact a licensed professional or emergency services immediately.
Homeowners 52 Week Maintenance Guide
Home Inventory Log
Storm Readiness & Exterior Inspection
The First Steps in Case of Home Disaster
Sump Pump Maintenance
The Mold vs. Mildew Identification Guide
Finding and Using Your Main Shut Off
Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Maintenance
Insurance Claims Communication Log
Before You Turn Up the Heat: 5 Fall Fire-Safety Checks for Utah Homes
Before furnaces, fireplaces, and space heaters return to regular use, take a few minutes to check the systems that have been sitting all summer. These five practical fall fire-safety checks can help Utah homeowners prepare for heating season.
Fall Plumbing Checklist: 7 Things Utah Homeowners Should Check Before Cold Weather
Prepare your Utah home for colder weather with seven practical plumbing checks. From outdoor faucets and appliance supply lines to your main water shutoff, learn what to inspect now before freezing temperatures increase the risk of leaks and water damage.
Where Does the Water Go? A Late-Summer Roof-to-Foundation Drainage Check
Rainwater protection is a system, not a single gutter. Trace the path from your roof to the yard and find drainage problems before the next round of seasonal storms.
Cracked Caulk or a Hidden Leak? How to Know When Recaulking Is Not Enough
Cracked shower caulk may be a simple maintenance issue—or the first visible sign that water is reaching the wall, floor, or ceiling below. Learn what to inspect, which warning signs suggest hidden moisture, and when a fresh bead of caulk is not enough to solve the problem.
Mid-August Home Defense: 3 Exterior Checks to Make Right Now
During the second week of August, Utah homes face a combination of lingering heat fatigue and sudden summer storm surges. Discover why clearing basement window wells prevents flash flooding, how summer UV rays damage roof flashing, and how sealing foundation gaps protects against moisture and pests.
The Back-to-School Laundry Mountain: Preventing Washing Machine Floods This August
Back-to-school season in Utah brings heavy daily laundry loads and an increased risk of washing machine supply line bursts. Discover why aging rubber hoses fail under constant water pressure, how to perform a 10-minute braided stainless steel upgrade, and the critical "Rule of Occupancy" to safeguard your home.