Mold Testing- To Test or Not to Test

At Joe Taylor Restoration, we deal with a lot of mold. Mold of all shapes, sizes and colors, as well as varying degrees of mold damage. As mold remediators licensed by the State of Florida, we get questions often concerning mold testing. There are times that the answers are a bit more complicated and specific

Common Causes of Basement Flooding

Last week, we talked about basement water damage and ensuing mold damage that occurred in a home in Palm Coast, Florida. In that case, the cause was a failed water heater. But what are some other common causes of basement flooding? If you discover water in your basement, what areas should you inspect in order to

Basement Water Damage- Palm Coast, Florida

When one thinks of a basement, perhaps one pictures a large winter home somewhere up north with rooms underground that contain bins of Christmas ornaments, skiing equipment, or even a second kitchen. But basements are not just for northern homes. Many Floridians, particularly in Central Florida, have basements as part of their properties. And where

Roof Leaks and Water Damage- Boynton Beach, Florida

With all the rain we have been having lately in South Florida, Joe Taylor Restoration has been quite busy responding to routine jobs, such as roof leaks. Certainly, during a rain storm, a large leak becomes apparent very quickly and you may find yourself grabbing a bucket to catch falling water. But roof leaks are

Tenant Water Damage- St. Augustine, Florida

It’s bad enough when a property owner experiences a water loss in the home or business in which they reside. But what can be even worse is tenant water damage in a house, condo, commercial space, etc. that the landlord rents out and does not occupy. Why potentially worse?  For reasons such as the tenant