Water Damage Costs: The Estimate – Part 2 of 5 Whether it’s a broken pipe, a leaky roof or bathtub overflow, water damage can cause much frustration to homeowners. It’s important to act fast and call Water Extraction Experts in order to lessen damage to your home and unnecessary strain on your checkbook. How water […] Read More >
When facing water damage, you will need the help from someone you can trust. Our team of professional technicians will use their experience, knowledge, plus the latest in technology to determine the extent of water and mold damage to your home. Below are the steps we take during the inspection process when determining water damage. […] Read More >
Spotlight on DJ Aragon – Restoration Technician New Mexico born and raised! DJ is originally from Tierra Amarilla. He has lived in Edgewood since 2003. Before coming to work for us in October 2022, he worked in flooring installation which has proved to be a valuable asset to our company. He says, “What’s unique about […] Read More >
No te metas con aguas negras de categoría 3 A continuación encontrará información sobre la Categoría 3 y qué hacer si le sucede. Las fuentes más comunes de la Categoría 3: Líneas de alcantarillado rotas Red de alcantarillado de respaldo Incluso un pequeño desbordamiento del inodorocausa daños de categoría 3 cuando el agua contaminada se […] Read More >
Don’t Mess with Category 3 Black Water Water damage in a home can be devastating, even more so when facing Category 3 water damage. It is important to act quickly and seek help. Below are answers to common questions concerning Category 3 and what to do if it happens to you. How Does It Happen? […] Read More >
Spotlight on Chris Freeman: Estimator Chris has lived in New Mexico for about 10 years but is originally from the Pittsburgh area. He attended the University of Pittsburg where he earned a bachelor’s degree in biology. Chris has worked for Water Extraction Experts since its beginning and he is the company’s estimator. What does an […] Read More >
With such cold weather sweeping across the globe, you would be wise to take a look at your pipes and make sure they’re ready to stand up to freezing temperatures that may come. We all know that freezing begins at 32° F or 0° C, but at what point do pipes freeze within our homes? […] Read More >
5 Common Causes of Drain Backups The things we take for granted. Things like water flowing flawlessly through our pipes day in and day out. That is until we face a drain backup and have to make a mad dash for the plunger. It’s the worst! But it happens to most everyone. Why? Read below […] Read More >
“My first clue was a questionable odor which I suspected was emanating from our crawl space. Someone had to go down there and check things out. I immediately called Water Extraction Experts. My suspicions were right; they found the crawl space flooded with about a foot deep of grey water. It was painfully obvious we […] Read More >
Scott was born and raised in New Mexico and has lived in Edgewood for the last 4 years. Before coming to Water Extraction Experts, Scott was a warehouse forklift operator. He has been with Water Extraction Experts since the beginning and has been Project Manager for 6 years. He oversees the remediation jobs and all […] Read More >
Winter can be a great time for visiting. With a few extra days off from work, many plan a wintery road trip. It is advised to avoid non-essential travel when the National Weather Service has issued advisories. If you must travel, do so only during the light hours of the day and inform a friend […] Read More >
Winter outdoor activities are fun but they can also expose you to several safety hazards. The CDC offers these safety precautions to follow when outdoors. Some of these are obvious but it’s good to have reminders. Sprinkle cat litter or sand on icy patches. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing. Work slowly when doing outside chores. Cold […] Read More >
Winter is Here! Part 3 of 5: Be Prepared for Winter Emergencies This time of year is a special one for families and friends. Whether for a walk through the snow or cuddling up in front of the fire, once thing is for certain, winter is a time for togetherness. Sadly, it can also be […] Read More >
Winter is Coming! Are You Prepared? (Part 2 of a 5 Part Series in preparing for winter) In Part 1 of this series, we discussed preparing your home for winter. In Part 2 we will talk about preparing your vehicle for the colder months ahead. It’s vital to keep your car in good working order. […] Read More >
Winter is coming! Are you prepared? (Part 1 of a 5 part series on preparing for winter) Though winter comes at the same time every year, sometimes it’s as if it sneaks up on us too soon. We want you to be prepared and stay safe and warm during the winter months to more fully […] Read More >
Spotlight On – Seth Mileson: Restoration Technician Seth Mileson was born and raised in San Jose California then later moved to Albuquerque in 2012. Before he came to Water Extraction Experts, Seth worked in retail, custodial, kitchen work, landscaping, maintenance, and plumbing. He adds, “You could say I tried a little of everything before coming […] Read More >
Going on vacation? The last thing you want to worry about is your home while you are away. Below are some precautionary measures you may want to take before you pack your bags and head out of town. Burglars Beware! Set timers on interior and exterior lights. Make it appear as if someone is always […] Read More >
Have you noticed dripping windows, walls or even worse, black mold growing around your window frames or walls? Those are the signs of condensation in your home. During wintery weather we rely on traditional heating systems such as radiators and fireplaces which increase indoor humidity. In order to preserve heat, we usually keep our windows […] Read More >
6 Tips to Winterize Your Home: Interior Winter is just around the corner. Are you prepared? No one wants to experience frozen pipes, water damage and mold this winter. In a previous blog, we discuss winterizing the exterior of your home. Below are 6 tips to help get the interior of your home ready in […] Read More >
Winter is a wonderful time to reflect on the important things in life: family! Winter can also come with challenges. If your pipes were to freeze or your roof begins to leak, it can cause much water damage to your home. Preparing your home now for the cold months ahead will leave you with […] Read More >