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
Hydrostatic Pressure: The Invisible Force Flooding Your Basement
How can water appear in the middle of a basement floor when it hasn't rained in days? The answer is Hydrostatic Pressure. Learn the science of how groundwater forces its way through concrete, the signs of "The Cold Joint" leak, and how to relieve the pressure before your basement floods. [Read More...]
The "Fish Tank Effect": How to Stop Your Window Wells from Flooding
A basement window well filling with water is a terrifying sight. We call it the "Fish Tank Effect." Before the April rains begin, learn how to check your window well drains, clear out the winter sludge, and why a $200 cover is the best insurance policy you can buy. [Read More...]
Sump Pump Boot Camp: The 10-Minute Test That Saves Your Basement
Your sump pump is the only thing standing between rising groundwater and a flooded basement. But does it actually work? Don't wait for the next storm to find out. Run your system through our 10-minute "Sump Pump Boot Camp"—including the critical Bucket Test—to ensure you are ready for spring rains. [Read More...]
The Great Thaw: How to Protect Your Basement from the Snowmelt Surge
The mountains look beautiful, but all that snow is about to turn into water. As the "Great Thaw" begins, hydrostatic pressure becomes your basement's worst enemy. Learn the "3-Foot Rule" for shoveling snow and how to prep your window wells and downspouts before the runoff hits. [Read More...]
Why is My Furnace Leaking Water in the Middle of Winter?
Furnaces create heat... so why is there a puddle of water on the floor? If you have a high-efficiency unit, it can produce up to 6 gallons of water a day. Learn about "condensate lines," why they clog, and how to spot a hidden leak before it rots your basement walls. [Read More...]
Mold vs. Dust: Is That White Stuff Dangerous?
You found a layer of white powder on your furniture or white fuzz in the basement. Is it dangerous mold, or just mineral dust from your humidifier? In Utah's hard-water winter, it can be tricky to tell. Use our "Dust vs. Mold" identification guide to know when to wipe it up and when to call a pro. [Read More...]