While Hurricane Irma seems almost a distant memory to many, Florida has not forgotten. Many areas are still reeling from its effects. For instance, the 97-mile stretch between Key Largo and Key West sustained the heaviest damage and is still in recovery. According to the Miami Herald, tourism is a $2.7 billion industry in Monroe…
It’s a word that evokes childhood nightmares of quicksand and disappearing into the void. The word is “sinkhole” and, unfortunately, it’s not only the stuff of nightmares but a real possibility for millions of Floridians. More than most parts of the U.S., Florida is susceptible to sinkholes because of the geology of the peninsula. Under…
When hurricane winds blow out and flood waters recede, the work of hurricane recovery begins. Our crews are currently on the ground in both Texas and Florida assisting in hurricane recovery efforts after Harvey and Irma. I’m personally overseeing asbestos and water damage assessment teams at seven sites in Texas and 24 in Florida, ranging…
Hurricane Harvey flood waters have largely receded from Houston, and Hurricane Irma has long since passed through Florida, both leaving massive water damage in their wakes. Many people continue to be homeless or displaced, and many businesses are unable to operate. Hundreds of residential and commercial buildings remain unusable due to water damage. Our teams…
In the aftermath of the Houston flooding and the havoc wreaked by Irma, water damage is on everyone’s mind. And with water damage, comes mold growth. In fact, you don’t have to be hit by a hurricane to run into a mold problem. Even a small-scale issue such as a window leak or a dripping…
Historic flooding in Houston has emergency workers scrambling to deal with the aftermath, while people from all over the U.S. and the world send prayers, well wishes, and practical assistance. Meanwhile, many observers are asking the obvious questions: Could this have been prevented? Who is at fault? And how do we move forward? At GLE,…
When you hire a contractor to conduct renovations, repairs, or to construct a new facility, many property owners and managers know that the contractor should be required to bond the project. But what exactly does it mean for a contractor to bond a construction project, and why should you care? Contractor’s bonds mitigate owner risk…
When a contractor advertises that their company is “bonded and insured,” it provides a level of trust for the owners and managers who hire them. Unfortunately, not all bonding and insurance is created equal. Owners who don’t thoroughly understand the types and levels of contractor’s insurance put themselves at unnecessary risk. Here’s what you need…
If you’re looking for a free online construction cost calculator for your commercial project, you won’t have to look far. The internet is stuffed full of simple, convenient tools that allow you to enter your desired square footage, type of construction, location, and other factors to get a free estimate of what your project might…
Everybody knows that air pollution is bad for your health. Many cities issue air quality alerts to encourage people to stay indoors on poor outdoor air quality days. But that may not always be the best advice, as indoor air quality can often be worse in summer than the smog. In fact, according to the…
