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Rapid Temperature Swings in Sheridan, WY: How They Cause Hidden Water Damage

Sheridan weather doesn’t do gradual. One week pipes are at risk of freezing. The next, snow is melting fast and water is pooling against foundations. Those big temperature swings are one of the...

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A/C Unit Maintenance

Summer A/C Maintenance  As the summer approaches, it will be time to start running your air conditioning units. Le-Squeegee is here to help with a few hints to make sure the A/C unit is functioning...

A Message About Winter Weather

Winter weather is making a big impact on the driving conditions across Montana, so Le-Squeegee wants to share a few winter driving tips. Keep your tank close to full and have a set of warm clothes in...

Why You Should Get a Chimney Sweep This Fall

For most of us, we do not think about getting a chimney sweep until the cold is here to stay in the winter. However, scheduling a chimney sweep for the fall has a few advantages. Avoid the scheduling...

Why You Need Personal Protective Equipment For Your Home Remodel

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is not just for the professionals or for OSHA compliance. It is a necessary part of any home remodel and something that should be understood and budgeted for in...

Improve A/C Functioning

Le-Squeegee is here to help with a few hints to make sure the A/C unit is functioning properly. Change your air filter – It is a good idea to change your air filter with the seasons. Most...

Prevent Damage From Rain Storms

Those living in Montana have come to expect big rain storms during the spring and summer. While these storms are important for our ecosystem, they can leave property damage in their wake without...

Groundwater Issues

In addition to foundation cracks, groundwater issues can develop multiple times a year. They are common when the snow melts and the groundwater becomes saturated. They can also develop from irrigation...

Recent Weather Conditions Can Create Ice Dams

Snowfall, freezing temps and successive fluctuating temperatures and sunshine cause the perfect conditions for an ice dam on your roof. Ice dams are a buildup of ice and snow on a roof, often on the...

Melting Snow Can Create Problems for a Crawl Space or Attic

As Spring arrives, hopefully the snow stops and the warm weather stays. While it is nice to return to outside activities, the warm weather can lead to potential problems for a basement or crawl space...

Slow Leaks Can Cause Big Problems

Checking your home for slow leaks needs to be a part of a homeowner’s routine. This can catch water damage before it turns into a much larger issue. Slow leaks will develop microbial growth and often...

Beware of Frozen Pipes As Temperatures Begin to Drop

As temperatures begin to drop this Fall, it is time to start thinking about the dangers of frozen pipes. Where Are Pipes Most Likely to Freeze – Some pipes are more vulnerable than others. Pipes...

Utilize the Hierarchy of Controls to Keep Yourself Safe at Home

When completing a home project or remodel, safety needs to be a top priority. For most people, working safely means utilizing personal protective equipment. While using PPE is important, it is the...

The Importance of Detecting Asbestos Prior to a Home Remodel

Make sure you use a professional company that cares. At Newman Restoration, we protect the inside of your home to ensure it does not get any contamination during the cleaning process.   Are you...

Get your chimney swept this summer

The warm weather is coming and getting a chimney sweep could be the last thing on your mind. However, now is the perfect time to get a professional chimney sweep.    If a chimney is used...

Carpet cleaning brings a variety of benefits

Professional carpet cleaning is the perfect way to maintain a substantial investment made in a home. During the spring, a professional carpet cleaning can improve the look of your carpets and the...

Synthetic vs Botanical cleaning products

Team Newman utilizes an array of different cleaning products and disinfectants depending on the circumstances. These products come with different methods of application, dwell times, dilution rates...

Hose spigots are a major cause of Spring water damage

As the weather gets warmer, attention turns to the outdoors for home improvement projects. This often includes using an outdoor spigot for the first time since winter. However, it is important to pay...

Time to plan for spring cleaning!

While some days feel like summer and others still remind us of winter, now is a great time to prepare and complete your spring cleaning.   A proper dose of spring cleaning comes with many...

Weekend weather conditions can create ice dams

After snowfall and cold temperatures all week, be cautious of ice dams forming over the weekend. Fluctuating temperatures and sunshine cause the perfect conditions for an ice dam on the roof. Ice dams...

Signs of microbial growth

Water damage, foundation cracks, poor ventilation and elevated humidity are a few ways mold can develop in a home or business. In some cases, microbial growth can begin to develop only 48 to 72 hours...

Fluctuating temperatures leave homes vulnerable to water damage

Fluctuating temperatures and precipitation can allow for water to penetrate foundation imperfections. Water follows the path of least resistance which can push groundwater through a hole or crack in...