Completeing Your Dream Home with the FHA 203K Loan!
on Nov 20, 2009 in fha 203(k) loan hud loan disrepair property damage rehab 203k 203k contractor 203k streamline reconstruction home repair contents cleaning disaster advanced restoration buying a home Another challenge with the existing home inventory on the market is the condition of the property.  Whether it is REOs, foreclosures, short sales, or not, less people are presenting homes for sale in pristine condition.The FHA 203k loan can help...

Time to Light the Fireplace!
on Nov 16, 2009 in fire prevention holiday fire prevention restoration companies emergency service reconstruction homeowner tips puffbacks disaster burn hazard advanced restoration fire restoration The holidays are just around the corner, and that means families will be entertaining around their fireplaces.Fire safety is a primary ingredient to enjoying the holiday season.  Some firepalce tips include: Installation & Use•Ch...

Green Drinks Babylon Next Event
on Nov 10, 2009 in long island water damage green drinks babylon green drinks go green babylon Participate. Educate. Connect.The next Green Drinks Babylon Event will be held on November 17th, 2009 at Horace and Sylvia's Publick House from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. There will be a $5 donation at the door. Green Drinks Babylon is a monthly gathering of...

Fall Maintenance Around Your Home
on Nov 3, 2009 in water damage preventing frozen pipes advanced restoration corporation home inspection restoration company mold remediation homeowner tips disrepair property damage puffbacks buying a home Many areas have already had a taste of fall weather, and it’s not far behind for most others. Now is the time to make sure your house and heating system are ready for winter. Here is a brief checklist to guide you through some basic tasks before it...

Common Origins of Fire Damage
on Oct 23, 2009 in fire prevention smoke damage restoration company reconstruction fire protection rebuild property damage puffbacks disaster burn hazard advanced restoration fire restoration Fire StartersFires have their origins and are classified accordingly.  Like any other kind of manmade disaster they have a starting point. The following are the most common starting points of fire along with some description of how they gene...

Protect Yourself From Water Damage and Floods
on Oct 16, 2009 in long island water damage groundwater water leaks storm damage property damage mold water extraction flood flood damage restoration company homeowner tips disaster advanced restoration Source: Federal Alliance for Safe HomesFloods are one of the most powerful, deadly, and destructive natural disasters.There are a number of relatively inexpensive steps you can take to protect your home and property before a flood strikes.If you are...

FHA 203k Loans Featured on NBC News4 New York!
on Oct 9, 2009 in 203(k) loan hud loan restoration companies foreclosure disrepair rebuild rehab 203k contractor advanced restoration corporation 203k streamline mortgage reconstruction buying a home NBC Reporter Lynda Baquero and Gary Matzelle from Advanced Restoration Corp.On Monday, October 5th, NBC News4 New York featured a story on FHA 203k loans.  The  parties interviewed included Advanced Restoration Corporation, Continental...

Why Renovate With a 203K Streamlined Loan?
on Sep 28, 2009 in fha 203(k) loan foreclosure disrepair rebuild rehab 203k hud 203k streamline mortgage home repair advanced restoration buying a home Because You Can!I'll keep this very brief...You are purchasing a home that needs minor repairs (repairs under $35,000 qualify for a streamlined loan).  Incorporating the rehab into your mortgage payment allows you to have just one payment.

From the White House to the Green House
on Sep 25, 2009From the White House to the Green HouseShared via AddThiswww.advancedrestoration.com FIRE WATER MOLD SMOKE PUFFBACKS...

Chimney Fire Safety In Your Home
on Sep 18, 2009 in fire prevention smoke damage restoration emergency service fire protection puff-back home repair disaster burn hazard smoke restoration advanced restoration fire restoration Source:  NY State Office of Fire Prevention & ControlChimney maintenance for wood burning appliances.Chimneys are one of the most common locations of residential structure fires in NewYork State. The Chimney Safety Institute of America repor...