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Fire Prevention Week Commemorates the Great Chicago Fire of 1871

Nobody knows if Mrs. O’Leary’s cow really kicked over the lantern but the Great Chicago Fire certainly ignited in the O’Leary barn. We may never know the true spark that ignited the city October 8, 1871, but whatever the source, that raging inferno stands out for its destructive power. The fire killed hundreds, destroyed thousands… Read more »

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Soda Blasting: A Great Solution for Smoke and Ash Damage After A Fire

Stripping paint, removing graffiti, scrubbing industrial equipment, degreasing commercial kitchen vents – soda blasting is a versatile technology that’s eco-friendly and safe. New uses appear daily for this very effective and economical baking soda-based cleaning process: even dentists are adopting it to painlessly blitz plaque and tartar off teeth. Bonus: the gritty material improves oral… Read more »

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Understanding How Assignment of Benefits Abuse Harms Homeowners

When a fire or flood strikes a neighborhood home, a crowd inevitably gathers at the heartbreaking scene: concerned neighbors, family, emergency personnel and passersby. More and more, these tragedies draw a different throng that shows up just as fast: contractors and public adjusters clamoring to help shocked homeowners recover. They promise fast action, easy jobs,… Read more »

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Paul Davis Gives Back to Local Communities

With locations across North America, Paul Davis is honored to help local communities not only by responding to disasters but also by pitching in to support local causes with corporate backing, people, expertise, time and funds. Here are just a few of the many charitable initiatives Paul Davis employees supported recently:  Paul Davis Charity CAN… Read more »

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Put Safeguards in Place Before Wildfires Peak in the Months Ahead

The 2018 wildfires in the western United States charred millions of acres, killed dozens and reduced entire towns to ashes. As devastating as last year was, federal officials predict that 2019 will be worse. Peak risks occur in August and September but veteran forecasters warn of significant fire activity into October. Businesses and homeowners can… Read more »

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In Memory of Our Founder Paul W. Davis

“Our offices are a bit somber this morning,” said Rich Wilson, President and CEO of Jacksonville-based Paul Davis Restoration Inc on Friday, June 14th. “We learned today of the passing of our founder Paul Woodall Davis at the age of 92. I am so pleased that I got to visit him recently and tell him how… Read more »