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
Ice Dams Revisited: The Mid-Winter Roof Rescue
The icicles are pretty, but the water stain on your ceiling isn't. If you have an active ice dam, putting a ladder on an icy driveway and hacking at your roof with a hammer is the worst thing you can do. Learn the difference between dangerous pressure washing and safe ice steaming—and how to save your roof this week. [Read More...]
When the Pipes Burst: Immediate Emergency Steps
It's the dead of winter, and you hear running water behind a wall. Panic sets in. Do you know where your main shut-off valve is? From stopping the flow to safe thawing techniques (no open flames!), here are the immediate emergency steps every Utah homeowner needs when a pipe bursts. [Read More...]
The Post-Holiday Hangover: Cleanup & Safety
The guests are gone, but the cleanup is just beginning. Don't just stuff the lights in a bin! From inspecting cords for hidden fire damage to safely removing tree sap from your floors, our "Post-Holiday Hangover" guide helps you reset your home safely. [Read More...]
New Year, Resilient Home: Your Roadmap to a Disaster-Free Year
Most resolutions fail, but this one protects your biggest investment. Welcome to "The Science of the Home," our year-long guide to home resilience. From the winter freeze to the summer heat, we map out exactly how to keep your Utah home disaster-free in 2025. [Read More...]
Not the White Christmas We Expected: How to Handle a Wet & Windy Holiday Week
The forecast calls for wind and rain, not snow, this Christmas. This "warm" storm brings unique risks like wind-driven leaks and sump pump failures. Here is your guide to securing your home—and your inflatables—during this wet holiday week. [Read More...]
The "Chaos Week" Survival Guide: Preventing Disasters When Your Routine Goes Out the Window
The kids are home, guests are arriving, and your routine is out the window. We call this "Chaos Week," and it's the prime time for home disasters. From "flushable" wipe backups to forgotten candles, our survival guide helps you navigate the busiest week of the year without a call to the fire department. [Read More...]