Preventing Water Damage!

Water damage and leaks can be anything from a minor irritation to a major problem. For some homeowners, the damage caused from water leaks may be covered under their homeowner's insurance policy. For others, the cost to repair these damages is out-of-pocket. No one likes to spends lots of money in repairs, therefore preventing damage is the best way help prevent those excess expenses.

• Occasionally, check appliances that use water. Check for leaks around hoses, underneath for soft flooring and nearby for evidence of water leaks. When leaving the house, don't leave these appliances running. Disconnect or turn off the water to your washing machine before leaving the house for extended periods of time.
• Check sinks, showers/tubs, and toilets for clogs and loose caulking. Also check for soft flooring or water nearby that might indicate a leak.
• Check your water heater for rust and for wet spots on the floor.
• Make sure your roof is in good condition, all soffits and vents allow for good air flow, there isn't any debris on the roof or guttering, and there is no evidence of bent, missing or damaged shingles.
• Before and during cold weather keep faucets off and hoses disconnected from the spigots.
• During warmer weather, have your A/C unit serviced to ensure that it is in good working order.
• Check all caulking and paint on the exterior of your house and around windows and doors.
• Prevent water from sitting around the foundation of your home by filling low spots.
• If you suspect a leak that you can't find, turn off all appliances (that use water), faucets and don't flush the toilet. Record your water meter reading at the beginning and ending of an hour. If the number has changed, a leak is possible.
• Make sure everyone in the household knows where the water shut-off valve is in case of an emergency. Turning this off while away from home for vacation can also help to prevent damage from leaks.

Remember to keep the above tips in mind to help prevent water damage, however when water damage does occur consult with maintenance professionals.

If you suspect roof damage on your Tulsa, OK area commercial real estate, contact Jonathan Knapp of Royal Roofing at 918-398-6500 or www.royalroofingllc.com.

For property drainage solutions and commercial landscaping needs in the Tulsa area, call Nathan Vaughn of Bluum Outdoor at 918-599-8500 or www.bluum.net.

If you have suffered water damage or suspect water damage to your Tulsa, OK commercial property, contact Roger Fisher of PCC Cleaning and Restoration at 918-641-1111 or www.pcccr.com.

For commercial A/C service or for installation in the Tulsa area, contact Stephen Taylor of Air Assurance at 918-258-HEAT or www.airassurance.com.

Selecting a Tulsa, OK Area Pest Control Company....

How do you select a great Tulsa, OK area pest control company for your commercial property?

One of the easiest ways to is to ask people in Tulsa, OK. What do people in Tulsa, OK say? In their June issue, Tulsa People magazine featured readers’ favorite service companies. Among the favorites for Tulsa, OK is our very own Montgomery Exterminating! In addition, Montgomery Exterminating is among the top favorite service companies in Tulsa, OK as listed in the Tulsa People Magazine A-List. As a customer, I am not surprised that Montgomery is a favorite! They are knowledgeable, friendly, reliable, effective, and a great value. Congratulations Montgomery Exterminating!

To check out the Tulsa People Magazine A-List visit their website.

For commercial pest control service in the Tulsa, OK area, call Duane Montgomery of Montgomery Exterminating at 918-438-4885 or www.montgomeryexterminating.com.

For all your Tulsa, OK commercial real estate needs, contact The Baskin Real Estate Specialist of McGraw Realtors at 918-258-2600 or www.darrylbaskin.com.

Choosing a Moving Company for Your Business Move

Choosing a moving company is a big decision. Not only for your finances, but also for your business and peace of mind. When it comes time to make the big move, keep these things in mind...

1. Don't wait until the last minute or you might get stuck with a bad company or a high price.
2. When calling a mover, make sure that you have the following information at hand: a list of items to move, moving date, where you are moving from and the destination, and approximate value of the items you are moving.
3. Make sure the company is licensed. If the company is not licensed, think twice!
4. Check their record with the Better Business Bureau and ask for references. Ask around. A company that has been around for a while, will likely have a reputation.
5. Ensure that they have insurance adequate to cover the value of your property. Also, ask questions about what items are covered. For instance, many times, boxes that you pack yourself are not covered.
   

After asking lots of questions and selecting the right moving company, you can have peace of mind knowing that your property is in good hands!

For a quote to move your business in the Tulsa, OK area, contact Mike at Relocation LLC at 918-459-6683 or www.relocationllc.net.

Want to move your business to the Tulsa, OK area? Contact The Baskin Real Estate Specialists of McGraw at 918-258-2600 or www.darrylbaskin.com.

How Do I Handle Fraud in Title Insurance?

Handling fraud in any situation is difficult. When it comes to title insurance, there are some things to keep in mind. First, let's define title insurance. Title Insurance is insurance that covers financial loss as a result of a defect in a title to real estate. Second, we need to know what period the insurance will cover. When we buy commercial property or auto insurance, we are covering our business or auto from the time we purchase the policy until that point in the future that the coverage is canceled. With title insurance, though, it works in reverse. Title insurance covers from the moment you purchase your commercial property and into the past. If you are sued after you close on the property, then the title insurance may not cover you. Finally, title insurance issues can be quite tricky, especially with commercial real estate. To ensure that you are covered for everything you need, talk to your attorney or your title company. You may even consider asking for extended coverage on your title insurance to cover you from your commercial real estate purchase into the future.

If you have legal problems with your Oklahoma title, contact David Keesling at Richardson, Richardson, Boudreaux at 918-492-7674 or www.rrblawok.com.

To purchase title insurance or if you have questions about title insurance in Oklahoma, contact Ann Rollins of Closings of Tulsa at 918-493-2241 or www.closingsoftulsa.com

For all your Oklahoma property, auto, and life insurance needs and more, contact Mike Tedford, Tedford Insurance at 918-299-2345 or www.tedfordinsurance.com

For all your Tulsa, Oklahoma area commercial real estate needs, contact Darryl Baskin of McGraw Realtors at 918-258-2600 or www.darrylbaskin.com

New Area Code

By  now, probably most everyone in the 918 area has heard that we will be getting a new area code.  It will no longer be simply 918.  Now we will be adding area code 539.  The hardest part for most of us will be getting adjusted to using a 10 digit phone number every time we call.  To ensure that we are all ready for the new area code and 10 digit calling, the Oklahoma Corporation Commission has set up a practice period before the 10 digit calling is required.  Keep these dates in mind:

• July 7, 2010- You should have received a notice in the mail with dates and information about the new area code.
• August 7, 2010-  "Permissive Calling Period Begins"-  you can call using 7 or 10 digits.
• March 5, 2011- "Permissive Calling Period Ends"-  you will now be required to use the 10 digit number.
• April 1, 2011-  New 539 area codes will be available.  You can also request a 918 area code phone number if one is available.
• Spring 2012- 918 area code phone numbers are expected to run out.
  

The same long distance rules will apply for the 539 area code.  Simply put, if you can call a 918 area code now without long distance, you will be able to call 918 or 539 without long distance.  If you pay long distance to call 918, then you will also pay for the 539 area code

CASA- Court Appointed Special Advocates

Court Appointed Special Advocates give children in the custody of the State a voice in court. Many children who have been removed from their homes are thrust into a system of attorney's, case workers, Foster homes, judges, and a host of other representatives. CASA volunteers are appointed by a judge to speak for a child in the "system" to give the child a voice in the courtroom. As a Foster parent for twenty children over the past 13 years and an adoptive parent to seven children, I have witnessed first-hand the need for CASA in the lives of these children.

Your support of CASA whether financially, by spreading the word to your friends, or by volunteering to represent a child, will make a lasting difference in their future. Find out more about CASA here.

How to Understand Your Insurance Company's Late Policy!

One of the main things that customers need to know about their insurance is what type of policy coverage they have, what type of insurance company they have, and what type of policy the insurance company has on payments. When considering what type of policy your insurance company has on payments, ask theses questions:

1. When does my payment have to be received in order to be on time?
2. Does the payment need to be postmarked by a certain time?
3. In what office does the payment need to be received?
4. How do you issue a cancellation policy, will it be a part of the bill or separate?
5. Do you have a maximum number of late payments that are allowed before you cancel my insurance policy permanently?

To ensure you have the proper insurance coverage for your Tulsa, OK commercial property or for more questions, contact Mike Tedford of Tedford Insurance at 918-299-2345 or www.tedfordinsurance.com.

For all your Tulsa, OK area commercial real estate needs, contact Darryl Baskin, McGraw Realtors at 918-258-2600 or www.darrylbaskin.com.