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• 1 Vancouver, Washington Contractors | Vancouver, Washington Contractors // Feb 12, 2008 at 4:34 pm

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• 2 Water Damage // Apr 18, 2008 at 8:56 pm

  Dryout Inc. was incorporated in 1997 with a mission to serve waterlogged customers in south Florida. We specialize in water damage, mold remediation, and flood work. As we worked to dry out Florida residences and businesses, we soon found that our efforts alone were not enough. As a result, we developed a nationwide network of affiliates. Now, customers can get service anywhere in the country!

  Owner Mark Decherd’s vision has become reality with over 13,000 nationwide claims processed in the last two years. We have established working relationships with numerous insurance companies to help the processing of claims for water damage losses.

  The Dryout network is state-of-the-art featuring our own proprietary claims processing software which is used on numerous Dryout affiliate websites. No matter where in the country a customer resides, if they need water damage service, a Dryout affiliate is ready to serve. The customer simply fills out a form detailing the nature of their claim and hit the “submit” button. The Dryout software instantly processes the claim and routes it to the local Dryout affiliate who takes over from there.

  In addition to strong relationships with all of the major insurance companies, we are also an active government vendor. In fact, the Army Corp of Engineers has a credit card on file with us. The Dryout name is familiar to purchasing agents as well as large corporations and individuals. It’s a name that has a solid reputation behind it.

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• 3 Water Damage // Apr 18, 2008 at 9:00 pm

  Replacing your old water heater could get you in hot water.

  Not the type you bathe in, but the kind caused by failing to get the correct permit.

  Some people, in particular do-it-yourselfers, don’t realize they need a permit to install a new water heater or water softener, or even to replace a light fixture with a ceiling fan. Others just don’t want the hassle the permit process entails, according to building officials.

  Tracy building officials are willing to give city residents a chance to come clean - and it won’t cost them a thing.

  As part of Building Safety Week, the city will offer a “water heater amnesty program,” which waives permit fees for water heaters previously installed by homeowners or unlicensed contractors without the benefit of a permit.

  Failure to have a permit could end up costing you additional fees or worse.
  The state’s building code, which has been adopted by all regulatory agencies in the state, requires permits for basically everything involving building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, energy and fire, no matter who does the work.

  Licensed contractors know the rules and should get the required permits before they start as well as have the completed work inspected by the issuing agency, according to Mike Ehret, San Joaquin County deputy director of building inspection.
  It’s a matter of safety, Ehret stressed.

  Tracy’s amnesty program begins during the city’s Building Safety Fair, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 8 at Civic Center Plaza, and ends May 22.

  The program is designed to make Tracy residents aware of the building permit process and the potential hazards of improper electrical, plumbing and mechanical installations, according to Kevin Jorgensen, the city’s chief building official.
  When a resident signs up for the amnesty program, city inspectors will visit at the homeowner’s convenience to ensure the water heater is safe.

  The potential dangers of an improperly installed water heater include explosion, personal injury, water damage and property loss, Jorgensen said.

  In 2005, according to the National Fire Protection Association, water heaters were the direct cause of 7,300 structure fires in the United States, resulting in 70 civilian deaths, 310 injuries and $141million in property damage.

  So remember, research with your local authorities about the required license you’ll need before you tackle that week end job around the house

• 4 Water Damage // Apr 18, 2008 at 9:09 pm

  Storm of the Century; A look back at blizzards, floods and other weather disasters

  When severe weather approaches, every Seton Hall student knows the drill – it’s time to fervently check the Seton Hall home page for the familiar yellow banner that announces school closure and cancellation of classes. While Seton Hall is no stranger to a snow storm or two each winter, the university has also seen its fair share of unusual weather in recent years.

  In 1989, the Essex County area that encompasses South Orange experienced uncommon tornado activity. Seton Hall was not directly affected, but the F0 tornado uprooted trees and left $4 million of damage in surrounding areas.

  Shortly after, New Jersey was hit with the “Storm of the Century” as it was known in March 1993, a powerful nor’easter brought a dangerous mix of heavy snow, sleet and freezing rain over two days.

  South Orange accumulated over 14 inches of snow and flooding ravaged the coastline due to hurricane force winds.

  Hurricane Aftermath

  One of the biggest rain storms to severely affect Seton Hall was the aftermath of Hurricane Floyd in mid-September 1999.

  The hurricane had been downgraded to a tropical storm by the time it released its fury in New Jersey, but required school closure and caused lasting damage at the university for several days.

  Aquinas Hall experienced flooding on the ground floor and forced many students to scramble to save their belongings from water damage. The storm left an inch of water in some rooms and hallways, eight inches by a stairwell, and two feet in the boiler room.

  “We ran to our rooms real quick and dammed our door with sheets, clothes, towels, and anything we could get our hands on,” said Aquinas resident Ron Floyd at the time. “A lot of people’s things were ruined and the water had chemicals in it and smelled weird.”

  A water boiling advisory was issued throughout the majority of New Jersey as a precaution due to risk of contamination and Seton Hall administrators told all students to boil their tap water for three minutes before consumption. Three days later the advisory was called off and South Orange residents were reassured that the tap water was safe to drink.

  The rain also left flooding in many of the cars that had been parked on the bottom level of the parking deck. Commuters had to deal with soggy upholstery and a dank smell as they tried to navigate their way home to avoid the water-ravaged streets.

  “The dam at Saddle River had broken and flooded most of upper Bergen County,” archival assistant Kate Dodds said. “It took me two and a half hours to drive nine miles, and I had to take alternate routes for a week after the storm.”

  Floods and Wind

  In April 2003, Seton Hall experienced similarly unfortunate circumstances when unexpected thunderstorms struck the tri-state area. The torrential rains triggered fire alarms and flooded several campus buildings.

  Yet again, Aquinas Hall was flooded with a foot of water within 10 minutes of the downpour, with most of it entering through open windows. The TV studio in Fahy Hall was also flooded when the drains could no longer handle the water and it penetrated the door.

  Stephanie Clary, Aquinas Hall director at the time, explained that the severity of the storm was startling and the havoc wreaked was completely unforeseen.

  “It was an act of God,” Clary said at the time. “There was nothing to prepare for in a situation like this.”

  The gale-force winds also damaged trees and branches, some of which fell onto parked cars. One car parked off-campus was smashed up when a tree went right through the windshield.

  In addition to these damages, hundreds of students were forced to evacuate Boland Hall when the thunderstorm set off the fire alarm. Staff attributed the activation to water damage as well.

  The following September, Seton Hall was fortunate enough to be spared from most of the effects of Hurricane Isabel. The hurricane caused devastation across many parts of the East coast, but its only impact at Seton Hall was the falling of a few trees and branches from the high winds.

  Commuters felt the greatest impact, as more than 400,000 New Jersey residents were left without power. Evening classes were cancelled the day the storm hit and were delayed until the next day as a precaution.

  However, while most of the severe rainstorms have caused the most notable damage at Seton Hall, snow storms affect the university more frequently.

  Blizzard Days

  In 2003 Seton Hall was closed for two consecutive days after the entire state experienced its worst blizzard in seven years.

  With New Jersey in a state of emergency, the storm deposited 22 inches of snow on the ground and left many students snowbound.

  To accommodate students free food was offered in the caf and ground crews worked feverishly to continuously clear the main sidewalks throughout the day.

  On average there is at least one snow storm each year that warrants a snow day, but does not create any severe damage or long-lasting problems.

  Holiday Snow

  Last year, all students received a much-appreciated Valentine’s Day gift with the cancellation of classes after the campus was hit with a mixture of snow and ice the night before.

  Many people had monitored the forecast in anticipation of a day off from work and school during the stressful time of midterms.

  “We really need a snow day,” student Laura Giorgetti said at the time.

  Shortly afterward, Seton Hall succumbed to an unexpected blizzard on the St. Patrick’s Day weekend. The storm did not disrupt any classes or services but forced the postponement of several Seton Hall baseball games and the return of the Seton Hall tennis team after traveling halfway to their match.

  This year, the university experienced its first true snow day on Friday, when the school was closed and all classes were cancelled.

  Parking Services required that all cars be moved into the parking deck or underneath the residence halls, and only essential services such as the Caf, were open.

  However, with only a month left of winter, only time will tell if Seton Hall is to experience another debilitating snow storm this year, or better yet – if the school is due for another unforeseen phenomenon of nature.

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