Hammer Restoration, Inc.

At the Midland Business Alliance, we are incredibly proud of our ambassadors and all they do to represent us in the business community. From assisting with ribbon-cutting ceremonies to setting up and supporting our events, their dedication is truly appreciated. We’d like to take a moment to congratulate our outstanding January Ambassador of the Month: Roger Thornton! Roger has been an ambassador for the MBA for over 20 years, dedicating his time and expertise to supporting businesses in our community. As a Marketing Director for his company for the past 24 years, he brings valuable insight and experience to his role. Beyond the MBA, Roger is an active volunteer, giving back to Midland through various programs! Please join us in celebrating Roger’s incredible contributions to the MBA and the Midland community! Congratulations, Roger! And to all our ambassadors, thank you for all you do!

It is crucial to remove all snow from vents and meters around your home. Snow can block ventilation of appliances causing damage or carbon monoxide (CO) fumes that are deadly.

Here are some tips to prevent frozen pipes: · · Open cabinets Open cabinets under sinks, especially those along exterior walls, to allow warm air to circulate around pipes. · · Keep the thermostat set Keep your thermostat set to the same temperature during the day and at night. During cold weather, set the thermostat above 55°F. · · Drip faucets Let a small trickle of water drip from faucets served by exposed pipes. This can prevent ice from forming inside your pipes. · · Drain outside water lines Before freezing weather, turn off the water to outside spigots and drain all water from the line. Make sure all outdoor drain lines are clear of debris. · · Disconnect hoses Disconnect hoses from outside spigots. When water freezes in a hose, it can increase the pressure in your home's pipes and cause them to burst. Insulate pipes : Insulate pipes in unheated areas of your home, like the basement, attic, or garage. This can help reduce heat loss and keep water from freezing.

Presidents Day is a good day to reflect on how good and great our Nation is and has been. There has only been 46 people in history to become President of the United States. From the Mayflower Compact, it was an agreement signed in 1620 by passengers of the Mayflower. It established the first governing document of Plymouth Colony. The compact was based on Biblical principles, the idea of a civil body politic, or government, that would create and enforce laws for the good of the colony. To the U.S. Constitution put in effect 1789 creating the Constitutional Republic we live in today.  The United States of America founded on principles of individual freedoms and limited Government. Has become the worlds economic leader, at the same time being the most charitable Nation on the planet. God bless the United States of  America.

Join the Hammer team! Now Hiring Water Technicians – Saginaw In this active position, you will assist in the restoration of structures that have experienced damage due to water, fire, smoke, vehicle impact, or other miscellaneous unexpected losses. Job functions include emergency water extractions, demolition of effected materials, carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, and assisting other departments as needed. Wages are negotiable depending on experience. More information: https://lnkd.in/gzNU9nFV  Send resume to:  admin@HammerRestoration.com

Freezing Temperatures / Frozen Pipes Water expands when it freezes and puts a tremendous amount of pressure on whatever is containing it, including metal and plastic pipes. No matter the strength of the material; expanding water can cause pipes to break. PIPES THAT MOST FREQUENTLY FREEZE: # Water supply pipes in unheated interior areas like basements and crawl spaces, attics, garages, or kitchen cabinets. # Pipes that are exposed to severe cold, like outdoor hose bibs, swimming pool supply lines, and water sprinkler lines. # Pipes that run against exterior walls that have little or no insulation. Michigan winters, freezing temperatures can break water pipes. Leaving you with massive damages. The Hammer Restoration team is here and ready to help you recover. https://lnkd.in/gpVsVgB4 https://lnkd.in/gscKA4gN

Freezing Temperatures / Frozen Pipes Water expands when it freezes and puts a tremendous amount of pressure on whatever is containing it, including metal and plastic pipes. No matter the strength of the material; expanding water can cause pipes to break.  PIPES THAT MOST FREQUENTLY FREEZE: # Water supply pipes in unheated interior areas like basements and crawl spaces, attics, garages, or kitchen cabinets. # Pipes that are exposed to severe cold, like outdoor hose bibs, swimming pool supply lines, and water sprinkler lines. # Pipes that run against exterior walls that have little or no insulation.     Michigan winters, freezing temperatures can break water pipes. Leaving you with massive damages. The Hammer Restoration team is here and ready to help you recover. https://lnkd.in/gpVsVgB4 https://lnkd.in/gscKA4gN

Prevent Frozen Pipes • Set home thermostats above 55 degrees during cold weather. • Drip cold water in farthest faucet from your main valve. Moving water keeps pipes from freezing. • Find shut off valves for emergencies. • Insulate pipes in unheated areas. • Open cupboards and vanities to warm pipes. • Close inside valves that control the water supply. • Open the outside spigots to allow to drain water out. • Keep outsides valve open so water remaining in the pipe can expand without causing a break. • When freezing weather is coming, turn off water to outside spigots and drain all water from the line. Thaw Frozen Pipes • First, check with a neighbor to see if they’re experiencing the same issue. If they have a loss of water too, it may be the result of a main break. But if they have running water, it’s likely your pipes have frozen. • Turn off the water immediately at the main shut off valve. • Open the faucet so that water will flow through the pipe once the area is melted. This will help melt more ice. • Apply heat to or around the pipe using a hair dryer. Keep all sources of heat away from flammable materials and do not use any open flame devices, kerosene heaters, or blow torches. Also, do not use devices that will cause the melted ice to boil, as that can also cause pipes to break. • Once pipes are thawed, slowly turn water back on and check all joints for leaks and other areas for cracks that may have occurred result of the freeze. • Check all pipes and joints for leaks or cracks. • Leaks or pools of water from pipes means there was a burst or crack

Generator Safety: Carbon monoxide poisoning Do not assume that you are safe. Carbon monoxide from generators is completely colorless and odorless, so you won’t know if it’s there. It could kill your family and your pets. Do not use a generator indoors or in partially enclosed spaces- including homes, garages, and crawl spaces - even those areas with partial ventilation. Do not operate near open doors and windows. Using fans will not prevent carbon monoxide build-up in the home. Install battery-powered carbon monoxide alarms inside your home to alert you of dangerous levels. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's recommended placement. Electrocution or electric shock Always connect the generator to appliances with heavy-duty extension cords. Hooking up your generator directly into your home power supply could increase the voltage or could cause a surge to the outside power lines and potentially injure or electrocute an unaware utility lineman. It also bypasses some of the built-in household circuit protection devices. Connecting the generator to your home could cause a surge in electricity that might result in injury or death to yourself or your family. Use a qualified electrician to install the appropriate equipment in accordance with local electrical codes or ask your utility company to install an appropriate power transfer switch. Fire Keep your generator outside and fuel your generator outside. Do not store fuel for your generator in your house. Gasoline, propane, kerosene, diesel and other flammable liquids should be stored outside living areas in properly labeled, non-glass safety containers. Do not store fuel near a fuel-burning appliance, for example a gas stove. If the fuel is spilled or the container is not sealed properly, invisible vapors from the fuel can travel along the ground and be ignited by the appliance's pilot light or by arcs from electric switches. Before refueling the generator, turn it off and let it cool down. Gasoline or other flammable liquids spilled on hot engine parts could ignite, and invisible vapors from the fuel can travel along the ground and be ignited by the generator's pilot light or by arcs from electric switches in the appliance.

Here are some tips to prevent frozen pipes: · · Open cabinets Open cabinets under sinks, especially those along exterior walls, to allow warm air to circulate around pipes.  · · Keep the thermostat set Keep your thermostat set to the same temperature during the day and at night. During cold weather, set the thermostat above 55°F.  · · Drip faucets Let a small trickle of water drip from faucets served by exposed pipes. This can prevent ice from forming inside your pipes.  · · Drain outside water lines Before freezing weather, turn off the water to outside spigots and drain all water from the line. Make sure all outdoor drain lines are clear of debris.  · · Disconnect hoses Disconnect hoses from outside spigots. When water freezes in a hose, it can increase the pressure in your home's pipes and cause them to burst. Insulate pipes : Insulate pipes in unheated areas of your home, like the basement, attic, or garage. This can help reduce heat loss and keep water from freezing.