The kitchen is the heart of the home.  Meals are prepared in the kitchen and families also tend to share their meals in this space.  It is important for the kitchen to be designed and set up to the homeowner’s liking to ensure that it can be used efficiently.  Unfortunately, there is also a risk of water damage occurring in the kitchen if there are issues with the plumbing.  Significant water damage can destroy kitchen...

At Furniture Medic by MasterCare Experts, we understand that antique furniture and accessories are more than just objects that families have held on to, they are a part of a family’s history.  Passing down items like antique furniture connects generations as a family member can enjoy a piece of furniture in the present time that originally came from an ancestor they never met.  When a piece of furniture is so connected to the history...

Water can be a source of significant damage in homes and buildings, whether from a flood, leak, or overflow.  The reason water can cause serious damage is because it can get absorbed into porous building materials and furnishings which puts these materials at risk for warping, staining, rotting, structural damage, and mold growth.  Furniture is especially susceptible to water damage because the wood, upholstery, and padding or...

When a new business is started, that business looks to make an immediate impact.  New businesses want to show that they belong and instill confidence among their team that their company is here to stay.  An important element behind the success of any company is good communication, planning, and execution.  Where do the team members of a business get together to discuss business strategy?  At the heart of all meetings within...

The kitchen is often central to a home as this is where families gather for meals and homeowners entertain guests.  A kitchen also has a major effect on the value of a home as kitchen remodeling is the number one project that increases home value.  While homeowners tend to keep their kitchens neat and clean, there is one element that can cause damage in a kitchen seemingly out of nowhere: water.  Water leaks and overflows can...

A lot of the furniture found in homes is made of wood for multiple reasons.  Wood has a natural beauty that adds to the look of a space and it is durable enough to last for years with the proper care.  However, there are things in your home that can cause significant damage to your wooden furniture: water and heat.  Wood is a porous material that absorbs water and when this happens, wood furniture can become weakened and rotted...