December 28, 2021 – Surfco Restoration and Construction, a DKI member company in Fayetteville, AR, is proud to announce its nomination for another year in Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette’s “Best of Northwest Arkansas.” For the last three consecutive years, Surfco was ranked among the “Best of” by its local residents and earned two gold titles for Best Restoration Services and Best… Continue reading

When you think about New Year resolutions, exercise and diet plans may initially spring to mind. Setting personal health goals is great, but what about resolving to improve the health of your home? With these six New Year resolutions, you can help prevent water damage in 2022 and beyond. Resolve to Install a Sump Pump A sump pump shields your… Continue reading

Basements and moisture go hand-in-hand. Unfortunately, this makes it easy for mold to enter the equation. Mold prevention is much less daunting than mold removal. Keep your basement clean and mold-free with these tips. Then, if you notice musty odors, stained walls and ceilings, or visible mold growth, arrange professional mold remediation services as soon as possible. Clean regularly: Just… Continue reading

After your home or business floods, you may wonder if it’s possible to save your wall-to-wall carpeting and padding so you can forgo the high cost of replacing them. The chances of successfully cleaning your carpet depend on many factors. Consider each one to help you determine if you can salvage your carpet after a flood. Age and Quality of… Continue reading

It’s easy to neglect fire safety when you’re focused on planning holiday parties, hosting houseguests, and setting up all those decorations. However, this is the most important time of year to be diligent about fire safety because holiday lights, candles, and Christmas trees increase the risk of house fires in December. Follow these holiday fire safety tips to keep the… Continue reading

The holidays are a time to gather with family and friends, enjoy good food, and make plenty of memories. But don’t let the festivities override the need for safety. Follow these seven holiday safety tips to reduce the risk of home fires and other hazards as you celebrate the season. Holiday light safety: Before plugging in a strand of lights,… Continue reading

If you have stinky rooms in your house, you may be looking for ways to freshen the air. Some odors signal possible health hazards, such as mold growth or decomposing remains, while others simply smell unpleasant. Here’s how to find and remove unwanted smells at the source. How to Remove Musty Smells A musty odor is a sure sign of… Continue reading

Phones, computers, TVs, manufacturing equipment, and other electronics are a vital part of modern-day life. They accomplish everything from information storage and entertainment, to communication and critical business operations. Unfortunately, all of this can be lost in an instant if your electronics are damaged in a fire. Even if they escape the flames, smoke and soot can sometimes cause irreparable… Continue reading

Lingering odors are a common concern after a fire or flood. If you’re struggling with this problem, learn about why you might need deodorization services from DKI. Sources of Odors After a Disaster When you think about recovering from a fire, you might picture cleaning ashes and soot from the surfaces in your home or business. Likewise, you may assume… Continue reading

Biohazard material comes in many forms. Examples include blood, bodily fluid and tissue, human and animal waste, mold, and volatile chemicals. If any of these or other biohazard substances are on your property, you need safe, complete sanitization that only a biohazard cleanup company can provide. When to Hire a Biohazard Cleanup Company Here are some common situations that warrant… Continue reading