Police at scene of smash-and-grab turned building fire in Detroit strip mall

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An attempted robbery left a mess on Detroit's west side after the would-be thieves crashed a U-Haul into the side of a bank. Thankfully, OnSite Solutions was there to assist with cleanup!

 

For regular commercial waste, you have a dumpster outside the building or perhaps a recycle collection service for paperwork and other appropriate items. Toxic waste requires a different type of disposal service. Toxic waste which can potentially...

Preservation services are vital in the real estate industry. In most cases, financial institutions are the principal users of the preservation services. The institutions use these services on properties that are involved in foreclosure. Below are...

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What is it? Asbestos is the name given to a group of minerals which occur in the environment naturally. They are bundles of fibers which can be separated into thin and durable threads. Because these fibers are resistant to heat, fire, and...

Increasing the value of your home is important whether you're planning to sell or just want more equity. Remodeling part of your home is an excellent way to increase the value if the remodel is done right. This is especially true of the kitchen,...

Smoke alarms are preventive household equipment that are often forgotten about. Most people forget to inspect their smoke alarms and just assume that in the event of a fire, their smoke alarm will alert them. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the...

If you hear scratching and scuffling coming from above, it’s a sign you should inspect your attic for birds or rodents. Birds and rodents often take up residence in attics due to the seclusion and quiet that usually comes with the space. If you...

You should inspect your roof for damaged shingles at least once a year. The inspection can be done from the ground or on the roof, and inspections are best done in the spring or fall, before and after seasons with extreme weather. If you do this...

Inspections should take place once a year, along with other heating appliances such as furnaces and stoves. Inspections are important in order to prevent problems from occurring in the future and fix any current problems your chimney and fireplace...

Caulking is used to seal two materials together inside and outside of your home. Caulking is usually made from various chemicals and is oil- or petroleum-based and can be injected with a tube. Caulking closes gaps and acts as a filler for structures...

Weather stripping is the strip of material, typically made of foam or vinyl, which rests on your windowsill or door frame and is meant to keep these openings sealed. Weather stripping keeps out moisture, unwanted drafts, insects, and weather. How...

It’s important to change and clean your HVAC air filters routinely in order to ensure your system is working efficiently, which will in turn keep the costs of energy down. Although there is not a set number of times you should change or clean your...

Good Afternoon, I am Danielle Dorsch’s Step Mother and she contacted you today because our furnace went out.  Her father just had a Liver Transplant and cannot afford to get cold or sick.  She contacted you this morning and you showed...

Having routine professional heating system inspections ensures your heating system is performing at a high standard. Whether a residential or commercial building, we can perform a heating system inspection for you. A heating system inspection is...

Winterizing your property will prepare your house for colder weather and prevent problems from occurring. Winterization will prevent water damage, stop ice dams from building up and will minimize the opportunity for pipes to burst. What Should I Do...