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A Fire-Safe Thanksgiving: A Special Message from NYTDR

A Fire-Safe Thanksgiving: A Special Message from NYTDR

Dear Valued Clients,   As we gather around the table to give thanks for the joys and blessings of the season, NYTDR: New York Total Damage Restoration extends warm wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving to you and your families. May this special time be filled with...

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7 Steps to Tackle Leaks in Your NYC Apartment

7 Steps to Tackle Leaks in Your NYC Apartment

Living in the heart of the Big Apple is exhilarating, but when leaks make an unexpected appearance in your bathroom or kitchen, it can feel like a soggy curveball. Fear not! New York Total Damage Restoration (NYTDR) is here with a roadmap to help you navigate the...

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Apartment Restoration Process

Apartment Restoration Process

Apartments in New York City are not just living spaces; they are a reflection of your lifestyle and personality. Whether your apartment has suffered from damage or is simply in need of a makeover, the restoration process is an exciting opportunity to rejuvenate your...

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NYC Renovation Essentials: Asbestos and Lead Removal

NYC Renovation Essentials: Asbestos and Lead Removal

Renovating a property in the vibrant city of New York is an exciting prospect. However, it's essential to be aware of potential hazards, particularly asbestos and lead, which can lurk in older buildings. At NYTDR (New York Total Damage Restoration), we offer...

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Mold Matters: Why Quick Remediation is Crucial in NYC

Mold Matters: Why Quick Remediation is Crucial in NYC

When it comes to your home or business in New York City, mold is not a problem to be taken lightly. The fast-paced lifestyle and unique climate of the city can create the perfect conditions for mold growth. It's essential to address mold issues promptly and...

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Lead Paint Poisoning Prevention In New York City

Lead Paint Poisoning Prevention In New York City

If you're living in or planning to move to New York City, you may be concerned about lead poisoning. Lead can come from various sources, including paint, soil, spices, and medicines. It can also cause health issues, particularly for children and expectant mothers....

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NYC Requirements for Asbestos Test

NYC Requirements for Asbestos Test

Asbestos consists of highly durable and heat-resistant fibers. Asbestos is often safe until disturbed, where prolonged exposure can trigger severe diseases, such as asbestosis or lung scarring, mesothelioma, and lung cancer. Due to its high fire resistance and...

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The First Steps After a Home Fire in NYC

The First Steps After a Home Fire in NYC

New York City is a fantastic place to live. Unfortunately, home fires are common, mainly when high temperatures cause vegetation to dry. Based on data from Red Cross, small house fires are the most prevalent disaster. The aftermath of a home fire is often devastating,...

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7 Mistakes to Avoid While Buying a Home Insurance Policy

7 Mistakes to Avoid While Buying a Home Insurance Policy

You need reliable insurance coverage to safeguard your home if you own one. A home insurance policy aims to rebuild your home and replace your possessions in case of a significant loss. Whether acquiring a policy for a new home, renewing an existing one, or making a...

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The Different Types of Mold

The Different Types of Mold

Mold is a common problem in NYC apartments due to the warm and humid climate. If left untreated, mold spores can cause health issues such as asthma, allergies, and other respiratory problems. It’s important to know what types of mold you may come across in your homes...

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How to Identify Asbestos in Your Home

How to Identify Asbestos in Your Home

Asbestos is a mineral found naturally in certain types of rock worldwide. From the beginning of the 1940s to the 1970s, asbestos was widely used in manufacturing products, particularly building materials. This was because of its; Fire resistance Durability Reasonably...

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How to Repair and Prevent Bathroom Water Damage

How to Repair and Prevent Bathroom Water Damage

There's no doubt that water is the key to life, but this theory doesn't apply to the inside of your home. The damage can quickly disrupt your life, making your home a health hazard. Water damage is unique as it builds up and worsens over time, eventually distorting...

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Attention! New Portfolio Page is Live!

Attention! New Portfolio Page is Live!

Attention everyone! We would like to draw your attention to our brand new portfolio page. It showcases some of our latest work and provides a glimpse into the level of quality and creativity that we are capable of delivering. If you're interested in seeing what we've...

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How to Check for Water Damage in Your Apartment

How to Check for Water Damage in Your Apartment

Are you wondering if there is water damage in your apartment? Water damage is a common problem that can cause major long-term issues. Knowing the signs and how to check and prevent it will help keep your home healthy and potentially save you money. Let’s explore the...

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Happy New Year 2023!

Happy New Year 2023!

Welcome to the New Year! As we enter into 2023, we at NYTDR would like to take a moment to thank our beloved clients for entrusting us with your home restoration needs. We are proud of the work that has been done over the years and look forward to continuing our...

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What You Should Know Before A Kitchen Restoration

What You Should Know Before A Kitchen Restoration

When it comes to water, fire, and smoke damage, the kitchen is the most vulnerable part of the home. Leaking plumbing, faulty appliances, or even cooking accidents can damage your kitchen. But you can restore a damaged kitchen to its former glory or create an entirely...

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How to Choose the Home Insurance That’s Right for You

How to Choose the Home Insurance That’s Right for You

For most people, a home is the most valuable asset and therefore requires adequate protection for worst-case scenarios. Homeowners insurance is vital as it prevents you from financial challenges if someone gets injured on your property and sues you or you suffer a...

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Heating Your Home Safely – Fireplace Safety Tips

Heating Your Home Safely – Fireplace Safety Tips

The "heat season" in New York always brings fresh challenges for landlords and tenants across the state. If you're renting an apartment in NYC, your landlord must provide heating from the beginning of October to the end of May. This legal requirement states that: The...

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Leaking Appliances and Why it is important to fix

Leaking Appliances and Why it is important to fix

Most homeowners think of water damage as flooding during a storm or a burst water pipe in your home. But did you know that household appliances also carry the risk of water damage? Appliances damage can come from your washing machine, dishwasher, ice maker,...

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How to Prevent Dryer Fires?

How to Prevent Dryer Fires?

Doing laundry is part of our daily lives and weekly routines. It’s essential to ensure your clothes dryer is functional and well-maintained to protect your home and loved ones from fire. Surprisingly, dryer fires are relatively popular causes of home fires. Data from...

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How to Prepare Your Home for a Hurricane or Storm?

How to Prepare Your Home for a Hurricane or Storm?

Flooding due to heavy rain, storms, and hurricanes has been more frequent and severe in the last few years. More communities in New York suffer devastating results due to global warming, high urban populations, and old drainage systems. Hurricanes often cause severe...

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NYC Renovation Essentials: Asbestos and Lead Removal

Lead Poisoning in The Home

Lead is a harmful metal occurring naturally in the earth's crust and can harm human and animal health. Lead poisoning results from long-term exposure to high levels of lead in the body. Anyone can get lead poisoning. Children six years and below are, however, more...

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To Repair or Replace? Smoke Damage Kitchen Cabinets

To Repair or Replace? Smoke Damage Kitchen Cabinets

Smoke damage can occur during a fire or in a non-fire situation. Whether the fire starts in the kitchen or not, this space often takes the most damage. Smoke damage affects every aspect of the kitchen, from the doors, floors, ceilings, and worktops to cabinetry,...

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Why Do You Need Homeowners Insurance?

Why Do You Need Homeowners Insurance?

Why Do You Need Homeowners Insurance? If you're buying a home or have already completed the process, you may be familiar with homeowners insurance.Your home is likely your most valuable asset. Homeowners' insurance helps to protect you and your investment due to...

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How to Fix Water Damaged Wood

How to Fix Water Damaged Wood

Water damage is always a tragedy, but more so for your precious wooden floors. Even with good finishes, wooden floors can still soak up water, bend, discolor, or harbor mold. What can you do if you have floor damage from excess water?Let's look at how to identify...

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What can we do to Prepare for the Next Flood?

What can we do to Prepare for the Next Flood?

Floods are one of the most common natural disasters besides wildfire and drought. In most cases, flooding follows a hurricane, swollen rivers, excess rains, or thawing snow. Floods can be harmful to your health, home, or business premises. If you live in a flood-prone...

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Does Renters Insurance Cover Water Damage?

Does Renters Insurance Cover Water Damage?

Damage from water can result in serious material losses. You could end up spending much money trying to recover the destroyed property. The only option will be to replace almost everything the water has touched in most cases. As a renter, for you to handle such...

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Where to Check for Mold before Buying Your Next Home

Where to Check for Mold before Buying Your Next Home

Each year, thousands of homeowners end up buying houses filled with mold. Mold hides anywhere, which is why it's so important to know the signs of mold before you buy your next home. The last thing you'd want as a homeowner is to clean up costly mold damage that you...

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The Importance of Damage Restoration Services

The Importance of Damage Restoration Services

According to the Insurance Information Institute, the most common causes of property damage are water damage and freezing, followed by fire, lightning, wind, and hail. One thing is certain: no matter the reason, property damage is every homeowner's nightmare. Even...

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How to Find Out if You Have Been Exposed to Asbestos

How to Find Out if You Have Been Exposed to Asbestos

Asbestos refers to six naturally occurring minerals that exist as bundles of fiber that can separate into thin threads. Asbestos fibers don't conduct electricity and are resistant to fire, chemicals, and heat. These properties make asbestos appropriate for multiple...

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Things to Know About Insurance Adjusters

Things to Know About Insurance Adjusters

Filing an insurance claim can be a stressful process, but it's easier and faster with the help of a good insurance adjuster. They help evaluate the extent of damage after a significant incident such as flooding, windstorm, or fire. Let’s explore who insurance...

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Preventing Home Fires

Preventing Home Fires

Most home fires catch us by surprise because they come from everyday items. Besides devastating property damages, accidental home fires also pose significant injury and fatality risks.Acquiring the appropriate insurance policy helps to prevent major financial losses....

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Help Get Insurance to Pay for Water Damage

Help Get Insurance to Pay for Water Damage

Water damage can be one of the most costly types of damage to repair and replace. Rain, floods, and leaks are unavoidable. When an insurance company receives a water damage claim, they will decide whether or not to pay for the claims based on several factors. If the...

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Best Remodeling Projects for Long-Term ROI

Best Remodeling Projects for Long-Term ROI

Owning an investment home is more than just finding and managing renters. You also need to keep your home competitive with similarly priced homes in your area and manage its long-term value. If other properties in your price range feature upgrades that yours doesn’t,...

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Expert Tips to Prevent Home Foundation Issues

Buying a home is one of the most exciting and most expensive investments you’ll ever make. That's why it pays to take care of it. Knowing how to identify the early signs of structural issues with your foundation has the potential to extend the life of your home and...

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What You Need to Know About the Changes to Home Insurance in 2023   

What’s new in Home Insurance in 2020 and why you need it

People who live in New York City have a number of particular factors to consider when buying homeowners insurance. Besides the usual damages potentially caused by weather, you can experience water damage from flooding resulting from a hidden leak, fire or smoke damage...

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Should carpet be replaced after water damage?

Should carpet be replaced after water damage?

Flooding, leaks and underfloor burst pipes are some of the ways your carpet may get wet. Water damage is a serious issue that many New York residents deal with. It may be due to old infrastructure and pipes, a result of living in apartment buildings and suffering from...

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The First Seven Things You Should Do After A Home Fire

The First Seven Things You Should Do After A Home Fire

The Most Important Steps After a House Fire Your emotions will be running high after a home fire. This can make it difficult to determine what steps you need to take. Your most important concern is keeping your family safe. The seven most important steps you can take...

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The Different Types of Mold

When Does Homeowner’s Insurance Cover Mold Remediation?

There are few things more difficult than having a problem in your home and not being able to fix it. While smaller issues like appliance breakage or minor repairs can usually be done through tapping into credit cards, more expensive repairs can be challenging to...

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9 Quick Tips for Emergency Water Damage for the NYC Homeowner

9 Quick Tips for Emergency Water Damage for the NYC Homeowner

  No one plans for water damage in their home, and its furthest away for New Yorkers – especially if you live in either a penthouse, condo, or co-op. Dealing with restoration, along with renovating in NYC, is like no other place in the world – NYTDR can help!...

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Mold vs. Mildew

Mold vs. Mildew

First and foremost, if you have a mold concern in your home, we highly recommend contacting a licensed professional to identify the fungus. Although mold and mildew can look the same to an untrained eye, there are differences.  The risk of having mold in your home...

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Water Mitigation

Water Mitigation

If you have just been victim of a flood or had a pipe burst in your home or office, you may have been told that Water Mitigation is the first thing you need to do. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, 13.7% of all water used in the home today can be...

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Mold Allergy Symptoms

Mold Allergy Symptoms

Have you recently come down with what you think is a really bad cold? If your cold symptoms persist for longer than a few days, what you have may not be a cold at all. Was there recently a heavy rainstorm or flood in your area? If so, your home or work area may have...

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No Lead in NYC Water Fountains – LeadFreeNYC

No Lead in NYC Water Fountains – LeadFreeNYC

Over 3500 water fountains in New York's parks will be tested for lead contamination in the next couple of weeks. Contrary to popular belief that this must be a result of discovering lead contamination in the water,  not one of NYC parks water fountain was ever found...

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How to prevent mold growth after water damage?

How to prevent mold growth after water damage?

Preventing Mold Growth After Water Damage While preventing floods and certain water damages can be hard due to the uncertainty in calamities, mold can be kept at bay. Mold is a particular type of fungi that grows in damp surfaces especially if the surface provides...

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Flooded basement – will my insurance cover?

Flooded basement – will my insurance cover?

Flooded basements - what to do if a basement floods? Few things in a homeowner's life are so stressful as a flooded basement. Unfortunately for your insurance, this is also among the most unclear situations you can face regarding insurance coverage and claims. Some...

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How Do You Know If Mold Is Making You Sick? 

How Do You Know If Mold Is Making You Sick? 

How Do You Know If Mold Is Making You Sick? Getting sick is awful, and if you're like most people, you do everything in your power to heal yourself when you're ill. Eliminating the cause of your illness is the best cure, but unfortunately, it's not always obvious...

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How Do You Know If Mold Is Making You Sick?

How Do You Know If Mold Is Making You Sick?

Getting sick is awful, and if you're like most people, you do everything in your power to heal yourself when you're ill. Eliminating the cause of your illness is the best cure, but unfortunately, it's not always obvious what's making you feel under the weather. Fungal...

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Common cause of mold in the home

Common cause of mold in the home

Household mold is an all too common scourge that reportedly afflicts fully 100 percent of the houses in the United States today. The prime causes of mold are not a secret. Mold spores become airborne and easily get into a house. A combination of moisture, oxygen,...

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What is Fire Damage Restorations Service?

What is Fire Damage Restorations Service?

When a fire occurs the first thing you do is dial 911. The firemen come and hopefully very quickly extinguish the flames, remove anyone caught in the fire and ensure there is no danger of the fire restarting. The firemen leave, now what? This is when you need to...

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What do Insurance Adjustors Do?

What do Insurance Adjustors Do?

Experiencing damage to your home is disconcerting and, depending on the extent of the devastation, can be downright frightening and traumatic. Whether the destruction comes in the form of fire, water damage, smoke, or mold, the effect is troublesome in the extreme, as...

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Lead in Pre War Buildings in NYC

Lead in Pre War Buildings in NYC

New York City has long held an admired reputation for its consistent and long-lasting war on the phenomenon of lead poisoning New York. While the U.S. did not enforce a national ban on lead paint until 1978, the city enforced one starting in 1960. In 2004, NYC came up...

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What to do after Water Damage in NYC Apartment

What to do after Water Damage in NYC Apartment

Water Damage is not something you can really prepare for or always avoid. A sudden flood or discovery of a water damage from an underfloor leaking pipe can be a cause for significant damage and stress so knowing what to do when disaster strikes to minimize the short-...

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Dangers of Asbestos in NYC apartment

Dangers of Asbestos in NYC apartment

Even though asbestos has been on the public health radar for decades now, it is still legal to use in many manufacturing processes in the U.S. today. The federal government has regulated how it can be utilized since the decade of the 1970's. While it may not be...

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Should carpet be replaced after water damage?

What is Black Mold?

Besides being shelter from all types of weather conditions, your home is synonymous with comfort, safety, and joy. Black mold, however, is a silent destroyer that causes damage to a house and its inhabitants before you’re even aware that you have an issue. This post...

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What do Insurance Adjustors Do?

Mold Remediation vs. Removal

When it comes to mold removal and mold remediation, the distinctions aren't always so clear. Although most people know that mold isn't healthy to have around, few understand what dealing with it entails. Here are some quick facts on how to clean up mold the right...

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NYTDR Intro Blog Post

NYTDR Intro Blog Post

Welcome to the NYTDR (New York Total Damage Restoration) blog page. We are a New York City home damage restoration firm dedicated to our community to restore homes back to your place of relaxation. We are experts in damage restoration and we...

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