Where has the time gone?

Can you believe that it is already November? The holiday's are among us, with the hustle and bustle all around.


November is a month to be thankful, have retrospect on the past year and look forward to what is ahead. Yet, as a mother and planner of Thanksgiving dinner, holiday parties and gifts for Christmas, I rarely take the time to breathe and give thanks for all that I have.


I also rarely think of what could go wrong and who I would call if something happened. Yet, this time of year rates as one of the highest times that a water heater goes out, the dishwasher overflows, or something else breaks. Maybe because we are in the kitchen so often, the change of weather, or just natures way of making you slow down. Either way - be prepared. Have a plan, have a number, and take action.


Titan is here 24/7/365 days a year. So, if the unspeakable happens and you experience water damage on a holiday, in the middle of the night, or anytime of the year. Keep our number handy. 480-649-5050


Yet, I would highly recommend as you are decorating this year, take a few extra hours and do some preventative maintenance. Check your pipes, your roof and your smoke alarm batteries. The last thing anyone needs is a flood or fire in their home during this time of year - or any time of year.

Together we fell, forever we'll fight

Channel 12 News put out a request to describe in 6 words "What does 9/11 mean to you?"

After some thought, and the remarkable words that others said, it hit me. As a country we fell, fell to our knees and became united to truly define what this country was founded upon - freedom. Something had to be done, as for decades we've fought to keep that status. This event reminded us that this is not changing. We will fight to keep that freedom the generations before us have worked so hard to establish and maintain.

9/11 is a day of remembrance, respect and restitution. What words would you use to describe this day in history? How will you teach you're children who do not remember or were not around during this time?

Are you ready for a disaster? I'm not!

Monday morning, I wake up and the week starts again. Even with the variety in my daily work, life has become routine. With routine, we often get so stuck in the grind, assuming some of the most important things in life are known.

Each day, each moment is an opportunity to learn and grow. I once heard someone make it a mission to learn one new thing each day. I thought it was a wonderful aspiration, and something to strive for. Yet, learning is more than just absorbing a fact. In order to truly understand, we must retain and implement each lesson. Whether it’s what to do, or what not to do, I believe sharing helps instill these things in life.

So, here I am, sharing something that I want to truly learn and implement in my life. Making some of the most important things in life a part of my routine, and not a part of assumption.

September is National Preparedness Month since 9/11. A lot of things changed that morning in New York, and every year thereafter, we look back on a month that our world changed.

Yet – how did your world change? Those who were directly impacted by the loss of a loved one or experienced the tragedy first hand remember that day, each day of their lives. Those who have gone to war, given their life – they and their family members remember that day as the day their lives changed. Yet, for the rest of us who were indirectly impacted by the changes of our country and society, we seem to recall the impact it had only when it is prevalent in the media or we hear a story from someone who crosses our path.

With September approaching, I have learned something new. National Preparedness Month. A time dedicated to remind us how important it is to be prepared, not only as a county or a state, but as a neighborhood, as friends and most importantly, as a family.

Admitting that I am not prepared and I’m asking you for your help is my first step. What are things that you and your family have implemented in case of an emergency? How often to you speak to your kids about what to do – and role play to activate your plan into reality?

Ready.gov gave me some great tips which I put on our company website at Homeowners Prepare

Please email me what you do – your ideas – and how we can help each other. I understand how important this is, especially as my first child starts kindergarten tomorrow. Now I need to retain and implement what I learn, then share it with others, supporting them as I ask for your support.

The M&M's of today - Monsoon Memories

What do monsoons remind you of? What feeling do you get when you hear that first roll of thunder? The drops hitting the top of your roof?

My first thought goes to my grandparents. Every summer, my brother and I would travel from sunny southern California to good ole Phoenix to comprise some of the best memories of my childhood. A couple of decades ago it seems like monsoons were longer, stronger and more frequent. Whether its a fact or the perspective of a child, fond memories were made.

One of the most vivid memories I have takes place years ago, in a night similar to that of last night. Lighting, thunder, then the rain starts to come down. We sat in the dinning room watching it pour, and the patio started flooding. Being "the big helper" I thought I was, I didn't want the water to come into the house. My grandfather took me outside and we used push brooms to force the water away from the house. It was so rewarding, and I felt like I had made a difference.

As an adult, I look back and am thankful for such experiences. My grandfather knew the house wouldn't flood, but the sheer fact that he supported my choices, shaped who I am today.

Twenty years later, each time I hear that familiar sound, I am ready to grab that push broom and help when and where I can. I am so blessed to have the opportunity to be a part of a team and help those in need. To show that a client is more than just another job. To me, they are an extension of my heart, as we help put their life back together, memories are made.

So, dig deep into your memory bank, and share what that rumble means to you?

Storm Damage?

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Twisted about Compact Fluorescent Lights

In this months issue of Cleaning & Restoration Magazine, published by the Restoration Industry Association (RIA), we learned the potential risks and proper care needed with Compact Fluorescent Lights (CFL). (Written by Michael A. Pinto, CSP, CMP, CEO of Wonder Makers Environmental, Inc )

We as people continue to look for ways to "go green," lessen our environmental footprint, and - save money! In doing so, innovative products have come to our store shelves, and the push to make small changes in order to make a big impact is all around us.

Multiple electricity providers have given the incentive to change from incandescent bulbs to the eco-energy friendly CFL's (those twisty tubes we all know so well). Yet, like most things in life, there is a negative side to the benefit of these bulbs.

Although they wont cause heartburn, gas or indigestion (thank you Pepto-Bismal), they can cause some serious health effects if these suckers break. Without getting into the scientific details, the simple fact is, they contain mercury. If the bulb breaks, the mercury can be released as a vapor and dust into the air, contents, and even the carpet around us. 

Some may shrug their shoulders and turn there head - thinking "What could a little mercury hurt? It's not like I'm going around breaking light bulbs for fun." Unfortunately, the amount of mercury in one standard CFL "is enough to contaminate up to 6,000 gallons of water beyond safe drinking levels" per a Stanford University research report. That's a big deal!

So - what do we do about it? First, we identify the potential risks. If you choose to use the CFL's for the benefits they do have (I know I do), then we must be prepared. 

The EPA has laid out a clean-up plan for homeowners: http://www.epa.gov/cfl/cflcleanup.pdf

I would print this out, and keep it handy (maybe with all the other in-case-of-an-emergency documents). You can also call an EPA Certified Company to clean up for you, such as - you guessed it - Titan Restoration 480-649-5050.

The last thing I would like to note, is how to dispose of the CFL's. Like many other items, such as batteries, we don't want these in our local landfills. As shown below, when one goes out - take it back to where you bought it.

"The retail price includes an amount to pay for recycling, and manufacturers and importers have an obligation to collect and recycle CFLs. Safe disposal requires storing the bulbs unbroken until they can be processed. In the U.S., The Home Depot is the first retailer to make CFL recycling options widely available." http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Compact_fluorescent_lamp

Together we stand

June was a month that will go down in Arizona History. Arizona was impacted by several wildfires, with the Wallow Fire resulting in the largest fire recorded in Arizona history. As we reflect on the community support shown at that time, Titan Restoration wants to give our gratitude for all of those who supported our efforts in raising funds, water and awareness in this situation. We have mentioned those who donated on our website: http://titan911.com/waterforwallow.html

Sometimes we get so involved in the daily grind, that we forget about the world around us. Its times like these that we step back and are amazed at the unity we truly have as a community, a state, a country. 

We are so blessed to work in an industry where we help people in need. There is evidence every day that peoples lives are displaced by disaster, and we are there to provide an ounce of relief. Whether the disaster is from a fire like the Wallow Fire, a flood from the monsoons, water damage from a leaky washing machine or anything in between, we are there to respond. 

Thank you all for your continued support, not only supporting us, but supporting our community.

Preparing for Monsoons

Titan's very own Mike Fleming hit a home-run right before the game was canceled due to the massive cloud of dust.

Now named a "Haboob" the dust storm took many by surprise last night. You may be asking yourself what you can do to be more prepared.

Follow these simple tips to help minimize damage this Monsoon Season!

Click here to be better prepared!