TIK Construction Blog
Restoration, explained plainly.
What to do when damage happens, how insurance claims actually work, and what proper restoration looks like — written from our work in Vancouver WA, Clark County, and the Portland metro.
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Mold Remediation
What does mold remediation cost in Vancouver, WA?
Why mold remediation costs vary so widely, what actually drives the bill — containment, removal, and the moisture fix — and how insurance and mold policy caps factor in.
July 27, 2026 · 4 minute read
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Sewage Cleanup
Septic tank backup — what to do before help arrives
A step-by-step guide for a septic backup or drain-field surface overflow at a Clark County or rural Portland-metro home: safety, what to shut off, and how the claim works.
July 27, 2026 · 4 minute read
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Mold Remediation
Does homeowners insurance cover mold remediation?
Mold coverage depends entirely on what caused it, not how bad it looks. What standard policies cover, what they cap or exclude, and how to document a mold claim correctly.
July 20, 2026 · 4 minute read
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Storm Damage Restoration
A tree fell on your house — what to do before the crew arrives
A step-by-step guide for the first hours after a tree comes down on your Vancouver WA or Portland OR home: safety, insurance, and what not to touch until help arrives.
July 20, 2026 · 4 minute read
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Water Damage Restoration
Water heater leaking? What to do in the first 10 minutes
A leaking water heater keeps feeding until the inlet is shut. The first 10 minutes step by step, where the water goes, and when you need restoration — not just a plumber.
July 19, 2026 · 5 minute read
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Water Damage Restoration
What does burst pipe repair cost in Vancouver, WA?
Why burst pipe repair costs vary so widely, what actually drives the bill, and why most Vancouver WA and Portland homeowners end up paying their deductible — not the invoice.
July 19, 2026 · 5 minute read
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Water Damage Restoration
What to do in the first 24 hours after water damage
The first day decides how much of your home can be saved. A step-by-step guide for Vancouver WA and Portland homeowners — what to do, what to skip, and when to call.
July 9, 2026 · 4 minute read
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Water Damage Restoration
Does homeowners insurance cover water damage in Washington and Oregon?
Usually — but it depends on how the water got in. What standard policies cover, what they exclude, and how the claim actually works for Vancouver WA and Portland homeowners.
June 11, 2026 · 4 minute read
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Mold Remediation
How fast mold grows after a leak — and when remediation is required
Mold can start within 24 to 48 hours of a leak. When you can clean it yourself, when professional remediation is required, and why PNW homes grow mold faster.
May 14, 2026 · 4 minute read
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Fire Damage Restoration
What happens during fire and smoke damage restoration
After the fire trucks leave, what actually happens? The full sequence — board-up, water removal, soot cleanup, odor treatment, rebuild — explained for Vancouver and Portland homeowners.
April 9, 2026 · 4 minute read
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Sewage Cleanup
Sewage backup health risks — and how professional cleanup works
Sewage in your home is a health hazard, not a mess. What the real risks are, what to do right now, and how biohazard-certified cleanup works in Vancouver WA and Portland.
March 12, 2026 · 4 minute read
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Reconstruction
How to choose a restoration contractor for an insurance claim
The contractor you choose shapes how your claim goes. Seven things to check — licensing in WA and OR, documentation practices, who does the rebuild, and how billing works.
February 12, 2026 · 4 minute read
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