It’s the holiday season, which means more than celebration, winter cheer and twinkling lights – it also happens be the peak time of the year to practice fire safety. As somber as the fact may be, the number of home fires peaks yearly around December and February. In fact, 30% of all home fires and 40% of home deaths take place during the wintertime....

The holidays are a time for friends, family, celebration and good food. However, fires and other kitchen mishaps can make an appearance if we aren’t careful. According to the National Fire Protection Association, cooking fires are the number one cause of home fires and injuries. With the following tips to avoid cooking fires, the season’s rounds...

Believe it or not, law enforcement isn’t responsible for cleanup follow violent crimes or situations. Once the scene of a crime is cleared, it is up to the property owner to handle the work — and that can be problematic. Depending on the nature of the crime and the homeowner’s personal involvement, it’s rarely a good idea for the homeowner...

Mold should never be ignored. If you have storm damage, flooding, or other reasons to suspect mold growths or buildup, call ServiceMaster by Cornerstone now. Not sure what to look for—or why mold can be so problematic? Read on for our FAQs about mold and mold removal. What Is Mold—and Why Does It Matter So Much? Mold is a type of fungus that...

If you’ve been impacted by a storm—or if you’re concerned your home or office isn’t ready for the next big storm—call ServiceMaster by Cornerstone now. Storms can cause significant, lasting damage, and the best time to prepare is before it hits. Whether you’re preparing for the future or dealing with the aftermath, we can help. In the meantime,...

Are you ready for the Memphis earthquake? Memphis lies adjacent to the New Madrid Seismic Zone aka New Madrid Fault Line. The zone is a series of faults and secondary fractures that extend from Marked Tree, Arkansas into southern Illinois and has produced epic temblors in the past. In late 1811 and early 1812, within the New...

Short answer: It typically ranges from $1,400 to $7,500. The cost could be higher or lower, depending on the source and amount of water, the types of damaged materials, and how hard it is to access the damaged area. Minimum emergency service, which would be basic drying of clean water only without replacing damaged materials, would cost the least. More...

Has this cold weather reminded you that you should be winterizing your facility? You’re in luck! You still have time and we’re going to tell you exactly what you need to do!

Can you talk about the most exciting thing you are working on right now? Right now it’s our new company structure. We’ve spent the last four years innovating and implementing, as well as assembling the right team to carry it all forward. It was a time of trying new things and learning as we went. A lot of great things came from that “shoot from...