Sewer Backup Damage and Your Business
Sewer backups can cause costly damage to businesses. Insurance coverage may not include them, so endorsements specific to sewer backups are important for protection. Review policy details, limits, and exclusions to ensure proper coverage.
4 Ways Cities Save Money on Sewer Repair
United States cities are suffering from aging infrastructure, from bridges to highways and sewers. Aging water and sewer systems are a major concern that’s been amplified by Hurricane Harvey and Irma. Sewer systems were unable to properly manage the overflow of water, causing untreated sewage to pour into the streets and people’s homes. Flash floods are causing similar issues in cities where the infrastructure might date back to the late 1800s or early 1900s. Cities are often underfunded, leaving the cities to repair sewer lines and “do their best” to correct systems that are past their useful lifespan. 1. Service Line Warranty Programs Cities are teaming up with utility companies…
4 Ways to Avoid Being Scammed by Sewer Cleaning Companies
Scammers are in every industry. The sewer business is no different. Unscrupulous companies prey on vulnerable consumers, claiming they need unnecessary services. Such tactics and scams have given the industry a bad reputation. You don’t have to fall victim to their schemes. Here are four ways to avoid being scammed by a sewer cleaning company. 1. Stay with the Technician in Your Home Unscrupulous companies may send two technicians to your home: one to ask questions and one to plant evidence or fake damage. If two technicians arrive, try not to let them separate. If one leaves to “inspect” the problem, follow him or her. A common scam is using…
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A car's windshield is one of its most important safety features and it is therefore to make sure to check it before travel. It keeps you inside the car and things outside of the car. Unfortunately, many people procrastinate on getting their windshields repaired, which puts them and their passengers at risk if they get into an accident.
3 Quick Ways to Get Customers to Leave Reviews
Customer reviews and testimonials are powerful. Consumers trust online reviews almost as much as a personal recommendation. A survey found that 88% of consumers feel this way. Businesses that have a web presence need to get feedback from their customers. But how can businesses get customers to leave reviews? 1. Follow Up Emails After Service Completion Business owners can encourage their customers to leave reviews with a little reminder. I went to a local doctor’s office, and when the appointment was over, I went home and received an email with the following: A place for me to leave a rating for the service I received. A short paragraph asking for…
3 Quick Fixes for a Cracked Windshield
Cracked windshields are often put off until the crack grows too long, causing a potential safety hazard. The cold winter weather puts your cracked windshield at greater risk of cracking and becoming damaged even further. Chip repairs are possible in many cases. Prompt action on your part can lead to saving money and repairing a windshield.
How to Find the Right Walking Aid for You
Walking aids give the gift of independence. All walking aids offer some level of support and balance, but it’s important to find a device that meets your needs without hindering or harming your natural mobility. Your physician or physical therapist can make recommendations on which walking aid is right for you. But you may also want to consider the following when choosing a device: Understand the Most Common Types of Walking Aids There are three main types of walking aids. Rollators: One of the most popular walking aids, a rollator is a wheeled walker with seats and hand brakes. A rollator offers a high level of stability, is very easy…
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Did you know that 13 workers die every day in construction accidents? The figure for construction-related injuries is even higher. Construction accidents can be deadly, lead to pain and suffering, and they can also lead to life-long disabilities. If you’ve been involved in a construction accident, you need to take action now. Don’t wait. Nolo explains that you have a lot of legal options of you file a claim before the statute of limitations limit.
3 Most Common Bike Accident Injuries and How to Prevent Them
Bicycle accidents caused 817 deaths in 2015. The number of injuries are exponentially higher, too. Bikes provide no protection to the rider. If you’re not wearing the right gear, you’re at risk of serious injury or death when in a bicycle accident. The most common injuries, and how to prevent them, include: 1. Cuts, Abrasions and Lacerations Cuts, lacerations and abrasions are painful. These injuries can occur on the upper or lower body, and it’s not uncommon for your knees to be the source of these injuries. When you want to eliminate these injuries, you’ll find that there is only so much that you can do. You can choose to…
New U.S. Regulation Could Curb Payday Loan Profits
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is expected to roll out a new rule in the coming days that would curb payday lending. The rule will put a dent in a $6 billion industry, which offers high-interest, short-term loans. Other regulatory agencies have already completed a final review of the regulation, according to Reuters. Payday lenders argue that the CFPB’s rule may wipe out more than half of the industry, and cause their customers to turn to illegal loan sharks for financial help. States are currently in charge of payday loan regulations. “We are likely, on our part, to take the appropriate actions that we can to see this rule…
