So this summer in Katy was dry, and since October we have had more rain than average. Whether you are new to the gulf area or have been here for generations, two things about south Texas weather is true. It is unpredictable and unreliable. While El Niño of 2019 is officially done, we might have another […]

Houston and Galveston suffer more than their fair share of floods. Our awesome location for fun, business, agriculture, and energy production has, unfortunately, placed us in the path of hurricanes and tropical storms. You know the risks – but what can you do? We at ServiceMaster know it’s impossible to completely flood-proof a property but […]

In Katy, Texas, and the surrounding area, you can never be too safe when it comes to water damage prevention. Since water easily enters the home through the foundation into the basement, it is important to make sure that your basement is safeguarded from any excess water. We at ServiceMaster by Century would like to […]

We are no strangers to flooding and storms here in Texas. Hurricane Harvey wreaked havoc on our community in Houston. The damage from water and flooding is extremely destructive and potentially dangerous. If not addressed quickly and in the right way, damages will just increase. Here is what we at ServiceMaster by Century recommend you […]

Fire damage can occur at a moments notice, and from countless causes. The best fire protection for your property is prevention. We at ServiceMaster Restoration by Century promise that by implementing the following suggestions in your Galveston home or business, you can help prevent fires and respond quickly if they do occur. Install smoke alarms throughout […]

Humidity makes hot temperatures miserable, especially if you are indoors. For your comfort, what you might need to control is the humidity level. You will feel cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. Houston summers are notoriously humid. Houston is not only very close to the Gulf of Mexico, it’s also right next […]

It is an unfortunate reality that many homes and business owners will have to deal with some form of water damage at some point in their lives. The effects caused by this water damage can be extensive. Structural damage, harmful pollutants, and mold damage are three of the biggest dangers that property owners face from […]

Business owners usually imagine water damage to their building will come from rain, floods and storms. Here in Galveston, weather events that can shut down businesses are unpredictable and random. However, many other factors in your physical building can be monitored and even controlled to prevent flooding to your facility, assets, inventory, and retail space. […]

Mold is one of the most frustrating and damaging things that homeowners deal with. To be prepared as a homeowner, you should have several different solutions to prevent and clean mold in your toolbelt. Below are six practical ideas for dealing with mold growth that we at ServiceMaster by Century in the Katy area recommend […]

One of the most overwhelming things that can happen to a business owner in Galveston is experiencing a water damage emergency. There are several aspects of owning a business that can be stressful, so that’s really saying something. Having your own belongings destroyed in a flood or fire is one thing but having other people’s […]