Running on the Rails
We’re Running on the Rails on Saturday, June 10 to benefit the Ephrata Public Library. The race, hosted by Knead It Massage & Bodyworks, is on the Ephrata Linear Park Trail and has 5k or 10k option. Compleat Restorations is pleased to be an event sponsor. In addition to sponsorship, Compleat employees and friends will […]
It feels good to do good
Compleat Restorations is pleased to participate in the BIA Food Drive for the month of May. Employees, guests, and customers are welcome to help with food donations all month. All food donations from Compleat will stay https://compleatrestorations.com through Ephrata Area Social Services. EASS is a non-profit organization supporting neighbors in need throughout the Ephrata and […]
A New Chapter for a Library
The Ephrata Public Library is a community treasure. Innovative programming, community resources, and large collections of mixed media make this library an anchor in the Ephrata area. The Book Store (Books N Stuff) is a valuable source of income for the library; however, the supporting auxiliary organization disbanded abruptly and left library staff with the […]
Airplane Maneuvers
As restorers, we are called to help in an infinite variety of circumstances; each loss is unique because of the customers we service. Some projects, however, are particularly memorable because of the contents. On April 2, 2017, a townhouse fire affected several homes. Compleat Restorations was summoned by the fire company to help secure property, […]
Where’s the Storm and Are You Safe?
Stay Connected. Stay Safe. Did you know that you carry a life saving device in your pocket? Your smartphone is potentially the item that can save your life and the lives of loved ones in an emergency. Taking a few moments to download these could be the difference between safety and catastrophe for you and […]
Who’s Who in a Property Loss Claim?
Ask anyone who has ever had to file a claim for property damage today. Ask them how simple filing the claim is and you are bound to get a variety of answers. Many will tell you that it becomes confusing at times. Understanding the insurance policy is daunting in and of itself. Mainly there are […]
Are You Prepared for the Call of Survival?
What if you had to leave, NOW! Could you do it? By William L. “Bill” Harvey You are sitting in your home, perhaps reading a book. There is an emergency responder rapping upon your door telling you to evacuate the premises immediately, could you do it? There is no time to gather mementos, family portraits, […]
Why Me? Why Now? Why Again?
On January 10, 2017, Compleat Restorations responded to a vaguely familiar water loss on an evening when icy roads seemed to make the notion of an emergency response almost impossible. A hotel in northern Harrisburg had the worst kind of disaster any manager can imagine. A sprinkler pipe had frozen and burst on the top […]
What should I do in the event of water or flood damage?
Water and flood damage arises from fire damage, broken pipes, blocked drains, malfunctioning appliances, storms, and other causes. The appropriate treatment depends on the nature of the damage. Some water carries contaminate and should be considered hazardous. Whatever the origin, the prospects for restoration depend largely on the speed with which your building and personal […]
When the Smoke Clears – What About Teddy?
It is difficult to think about how the impact of a fire in your home would affect your life. Those who have experienced this will tell you about the little things that they did not consider at first. The fire is out, and your family is safe. Restoration professionals arrive to stabilize the structure of […]