10 Day Itinerary – Best Places to Visit in Southern California (beyond Disneyland)

Looking for tips on the best places to visit in Southern California?

Are you ready for some SoCal adventure on a West Coast road trip? We’ve got you covered!

Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, San Diego

In this 10 day Southern California road trip itinerary we’re talking about outdoor adventures, delicious food, gorgeous scenery, family fun and sunny weather.

Just so you are clear, Southern California (SoCal) is typically the region from San Diego up to San Luis Obispo (just north of Santa Barbara).

Not only does it include the gorgeous coastline, but also the growing wine region of Temecula, beautiful mountain regions and desert areas like Palm Springs and Joshua Tree National Park.

There are so many amazing places to visit in Southern California and it offers a different experience to Northern California.

Sunset at Pacific Beach in San Diego

SoCal is the perfect destination for a short USA road trip. Los Angeles is about in the middle of Southern California with only a 3-hour drive to the northern border and two to the southern.

When you think of Southern California attractions, of course, Disneyland Resort comes to mind. We didn’t do theme parks on this trip, but are going to Disneyland in September – stay tuned!

So this post focuses on things to do beyond Disney, and since so many international travelers fly into LA, it’s normal to want to explore this region more in-depth.

Channel Islands National Park

We visited San Diego County, then Orange County and Ventura County on a paid campaign with Visit California to share the amazing Kidifornia Adventures on offer in this Golden State.

We thought we’d share with you our Southern California road trip ideas and all the fun things to do in Southern California in this 10-day itinerary post!

For you locals, feel free to break this itinerary down and use it for day trips in Southern California, or weekend getaways in California.

We had a fantastic time on this California road trip with kids. Our girls loved being back near the beach and the relaxed coastal vibe that California has.

Huntington Beach, Orange County

I loved how our Southern California road trip was also quite an educational trip for our kids.

They learned a lot about California history, AND are now curious and inspired to visit Mexico, due to experiencing the Mexican influence in the region.

We love how travel can open up their worlds and help them celebrate differences rather than fear them.

Places to Visit in Southern California

Table of Contents: 

Days 1, 2, 3 in San Diego

Day 1 – Mission Beach & Ocean Beach Day 2 – La Jolla & Balboa Park Day 3 – Ocean Beach

Days 4, 5, 6 in Orange County

Day 4 – Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano & Huntington Beach Day 5 – Huntington Beach Day 6 – Newport & Laguna Beach

Days 7, 8, 9 in Ventura County

Day 7 – Ventura Day 8 – Oxnard, Ventura Harbor Day 9 – Channel Islands National Park

Day 10 Back to Los Angeles Planning a Trip to California

Days 1, 2 and 3 in San Diego

Fly into San Diego and pick up your rental car. You can then drop the car off at Los Angeles Airport (LAX).

Or, alternatively, fly into LA and drive to San Diego. You can then easily return your car to LAX and save yourself money. One way rental drop offs are always more expensive.

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Of course, you can change the order of this itinerary.

Perhaps it may be better for you to head north to Ventura first and then finish in Orange County.

Day 1 – Mission Beach and Pacific Beach

San Diego has to be one of the best places to visit in Southern California for families.

Arrive and check into your accommodation. Our recommendation for family accommodation in San Diego is the Bahia Beach Resort.

Bahia Resort Hotel

It’s a couple of blocks back from Mission beach, but it is on Mission Bay with its own private beach and has lovely cabin style accommodation with delicious food in the restaurant.

Afternoon – Bike ride along San Diego boardwalk

You can rent bikes from Action Sport Rentals at the resort and slip into San Diego style with a bike ride along Mission Bay to the Catamaran Resort before cutting back west to the Pacific Beach Pier.

Ride back to the resort along the beach boardwalk. Take your time to soak it all in.

We recommend stopping for a local craft brew for you, a Squirt Mexican soda for the kids, and a plate of shredded beef nachos at South Draft Mission for a snack.

It’s right on the beachfront near Belmont Park and at the turn off to go back to the resort.

6pm Dinner at Corvette Diner

For a quirky and retro dinner, head to Corvette Diner. It’s unlike any place I’ve been before.

Or, if you want to stay at South Draft Mission, make it your main meal, watch the sun go down and then enjoy a few rides at Belmont Amusement park next door.

If you go to Corvette, you may not have time to get back to the beach before sunset. Sunsets in California are special and quite the nightly event.

Day 2 – La Jolla & Balboa Park

Lucky for you, Bahia Resort has a delicious buffet breakfast or ala carte.

We also discovered Better Buzz Coffee Roaster (thanks to a tip from our Instagram community), which was just down the road from Bahia which did great coffee, smoothies and acai bowls.

Torrey Pines State National Reserve

Put your walking shoes on and head into Torrey State Pine National Reserve. It’s one of the best places to visit in Southern California for coastal hiking.

Happy to tick that off our bucket list.

Aim to arrive by 9am at the latest, and we recommend the Guy Fleming Trail for varying landscape, seeing the Torrey Pines, and coastal vistas with some of the best views in Southern California!

If you have time for another trail, I would have loved the Razor Point Trail and climbing the Red Butte.

11am – Time to Explore La Jolla.

La Jolla is one of the best places to go in Southern California to see seals.

Start at the La Jolla Caves and walk around to La Jolla Cove to see the resident seals. You could continue walking around to see more seals at the Children’s Pool. There is also great tide pooling here.

If you have more time, and want to have more of a relaxing beach day, La Jolla Shores is great for families.

For coffee lovers, you can’t go past Bird Rock Coffee Roasters in the small town of Bird Rock.

1pm – Tacos at Oscar’s Mexican Seafood

You can’t go past cheap and delicious fish or shrimp tacos at local institution Oscar’s Mexican Seafood.

This hole in the wall with bright murals on its outside walls is on the border of LA Jolla and Pacific Beach.

2pm – Get Cultural at Balboa Park

Balboa Park is America’s largest urban cultural park, and is ranked as one of the best parks in the world. It is one of the most unique things to do in Southern California.

With 17 museums, a wide variety of gardens, and the San Diego Zoo you could easily spend a day in Balboa Park. Plan for an afternoon here.

We recommend a visit to the Fleet Science Center, the Spanish Village Art Center and the Japanese Tea Gardens.

Dinner at Café Bahia

The food at Café Bahia, which is situated in your resort is delicious.

My recommendation is the sea scallops with grilled corn diced chorizo and chili oil on a bed of herb ricotta. It bursts with Southern California flavor and is one of the most innovative dishes I’ve ever had.

Day 3 – Ocean Beach, San Diego

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

9am – Water activities on Mission Bay

Rent some kayaks and stand up paddle boards from Active Sports Rentals at the Bahia Resort and have a relaxing hour or so out on the water.

It’s calm and peaceful and a great way to connect to each other and Mother Earth.

It was one of my most fun things to do in southern California (actually anywhere!)

11am – Old Town Historic Park

If you have time, and want to experience a little history and culture then head to Old Town State Historic Park, which is San Diego’s first “downtown,” and represents San Diego’s Hispanic heritage from 1821 to 1872 through museums, live reenactments, and historical buildings.

It’s a pretty area with a cute fiesta market and plenty of Mexican restaurants.

If you’d rather spend time at the beach then head straight to Ocean Beach and perhaps visit Cabrillo Monument and the tidepools.

We ran out of time to fit this in but it came highly recommended by our community as a top ten thing to do in San Diego.

1pm – Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is a gritty, more local feel than the other San Diego beach towns. It’s one of our favorite places to visit in San Diego. It has more of a cove beach than the wide sweeping Pacific.

They have good waves near the pier, beach volleyball is popular and so is hanging out on the grassy strip hoola hooping, slacklining, and bongo jamming. Join in!

Lunch at Wonderland Ocean Pub

Tacos and guacamole with a view is what you have at Wonderland Ocean Pub, an upstairs bar and restaurant across from Ocean Beach and the grassy strip.

You won’t be bored watching the OB life go by.

Explore Ocean Beach

San Diego is known to be one of the best places in the US for craft beer and you’ll find a few breweries along the main street (Newport Ave).

If you are a craft brew lover then perhaps pop in for a sample as you wander the OB area.

We went to Belching Beaver Brewery. They have jenga, which kept our girls happy while we tried a local brew before going back out for market shopping.

If you visit on a Wednesday, be sure to check out the Ocean Beach Farmer’s Market from 4 – 8pm in Main Street.

With food stalls, live music, and local artisan goods its definitely a fun thing to do in Southern California. Grab some food here and then head to Sunset Cliffs for sunset.

Sunset at Sunset Cliffs

When you think about free things to do in Southern California, it’s hard to beat a famous California sunset.

And Sunset Cliffs is one of the best places to visit in Southern California to watch the sunset.

If you have kids like us, there is a wide open space for them to play on the rocks safely back from the cliff face, while you relax and watch the day close out.

Finish with an ice cream

Grab an ice cream at Hammonds Gourmet Ice Cream in either Point Loma or back in Pacific Beach. It’s listed as one of the best places for ice cream in San Diego and we liked it a lot.

Can’t decide on a flavor? Sample a bunch with the waffle cone flight.

More San Diego Tips: Click here for in-depth information about things to do in San Diego with kids. For places to stay in San Diego check out Bahia Resort. Or here are other places to stay in San Diego. If you plan on visiting several San Diego attractions, get yourself a San Diego Go Attraction Pass. You can build your own pass based upon what you want to see and do. It will save you money! Days 4, 5, 6 in Orange County

I know you are sad to leave such a cool place like San Diego. But don’t be. You are in for a treat in Orange County – sweet and refreshing, just like the fruit.

Day 4 – Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano and Huntington Beach 10am – Tour the Ocean Institute

If you, or your kids, are ocean lovers, you may wish to stop at Dana Point Ocean Institute on the way to Huntington Beach to learn more about ocean life on a behind the scenes tour at the Ocean Institute.

Dana Point Harbor sits at the bottom of the rugged cliff faces so is really pretty. You may want to arrive before 10am to walk around and explore a little.

There’s a lovely calm swimming beach here as well.

11am – Mission San Juan Capistrano

Not to be missed is the birthplace of Orange County, Mission San Juan Capistrano.

With its crumbling sandstone walls, it’s bell wall, bougainvillea draped pathways, and flowering gardens, it’s one of the most interesting places to visit in Southern California and a pretty place to wander for an hour.

While here walk around the Los Rios Historic district to get an inkling of life centuries ago.

12pm – Stop for lunch at Ellie’s Table

You’ll love Ellie’s Table for a light lunch situated in the old 1883 Judge Egan House. My soup and quiche were filling and delicious. Save room for a special bakery treat after it.

2pm – Head to Huntington Beach

You’re now heading to our favorite place in Southern California, Huntington Beach.

HB has the perfect beach lifestyle vibe for us Aussies – not too pretentious, or busy. It’s laid back with a touch of sophistication and has the surf and the beach as the focus of life!

Check into the Kimpton Shorebreak Hotel.

You’ll want a bit of time to enjoy this hotel when you check in. A room with an ocean view is a magic way to start the day. The Kimpton would be one of the best beach hotels in Southern California.

Head down to the common courtyard area for 5pm wine social hour. You can play ping pong and foosball, and sit around the fire pit chatting to other guests.

Return later when the sun has gone down to roast s’mores with your kids over the fire before bed.

6pm – Dinner at Pacific Hideaway

Not to be missed is dinner at the hotel restaurant, Pacific Hideaway. It’s one of the best things to do in Southern California from a foodie perspective.

The Southeast Asian or Latin American inspired food and wine was just as extraordinary as was the service and the funky décor.

P.S. Aussies, they have pavlova!

Sunset at the beach

Duck on over to the beach to catch the sunset after your dinner.

You can buy some firewood and smore ingredients to roast smores on the communal beach firepits after, or go back to the Kimpton to do it in their courtyard.

Can you finish a Southern California day in any other better way?

Day 5 – Huntington Beach

Breakfast at Pacific Hideaway!

Great news! The breakfast at Pacific Hideaway is just as delicious as the dinner. So stock up for your day exploring.

Morning – Explore Downtown HB and the Beach

Take the morning at leisure to explore what makes Huntington Beach so cool. Main Street is where you’ll find great shopping, especially for surf brands.

Along the Pacific Coast Highway is where you’ll find Pacific City, a new modern shopping, dining and entertainment space overlooking the beach.

On Fridays, at the bottom of the pier is a local artist’s market. And there is the small, but cool International Surfing Museum.

You may even want to play on the beach, go for a swim, or rent bikes to cruise along the beach path.

Huntington State Beach is one of the cleanest in California one of the best Southern California beaches for surfing!

Top lunch options include Wahoo Fish Tacos, Sugar Shack Café and Duke’s.

2pm – Tanaka Farm Tour

If you’re up for it, drive to Irvine (30 mins) for a tour of Tanaka Farms and some strawberry picking. California is not just about beautiful beaches and lively culture.

Some of the world’s best food trends are born from this state, which has a lot to do with the wonderful produce that is grown in its various regions, including many berry farms.

Explore a bit of that at Tanaka Farms.

Not only will you get to eat strawberries straight form the vine but also other produce growing like onions, and sweet corn, which was the most delicious corn I’ve ever tasted.

All of it is grown organically and the kids will love touring around on the back of a farm truck. Our girls thought it was one of the most fun things to do in Southern California.

4pm – O.C Night Market

If you here on a Friday night, for an interesting cultural experience, consider the huge O.C Night Market.

It’s held at the state fairgrounds, which are lined with food trucks, merchandise, arts and entertainment. Be sure to grab your giant baby bottle filled with boba milk tea.

Alternatively, just head back to Huntington to eat at one of the restaurants and catch another Southern California sunset.

Don’t forget those smore’s again!

Day 6 – Newport and Laguna Beach

Possibly the most famous places to visit in Orange County are Newport and Laguna Beach.

Newport is said to be California’s Riviera and Laguna Beach is the artistic community filled with beautiful cove beaches. They make for an easy day trip from Huntington Beach.

10am – Duffy Boat tour of Newport Harbor Lot where John Wayne used to have his home.

A Duffy boat tour is a wonderful way to get to know the relaxed life of Newport.

You’ll cruise past many mansions on the different islands, including Shirley Temple’s childhood home, the beach where some of Gilligan’s Island was filmed, and John Wayne’s old lot.

12pm – Dine and Dock at the Lighthouse Café for lunch

Don’t miss their fish tacos!

If you have time and have young kids, you may want to stop for a carousel ride at Fun Zone after your Duffy boat, or at least an ice cream from Cowafornia.

You may want to add extra time in Newport and visit Corona Del Mar Beach or Newport Beach “Back Bay,” which is a 135 acre park with hiking and biking trails.  

2pm – Head to Laguna Beach

The Laguna Beach area has seven miles of coves and canyons, offering you plenty of outdoor activities and Laguna Beach beaches to enjoy.

Laguna has the main beach at the edge of downtown, or a plethora of beaches to choose from.

For tide pools head to Shaws Cove, Picnic Beach, and Treasure Island Beach. Other beaches to check out include Victoria Beach with the natural pirate tower, Treasure Island Beach and 1,000 Steps Beach.

For art lovers, don’t miss the Laguna Art Museum, which only collects California art.

Dinner at Las Brisas

Las Brisas came highly recommended to us for extraordinary views over Laguna Beach and fantastic Mexican food.

They were correct on both accounts!

It’s best to reserve a table if you want to sit inside. Otherwise, it’s first come first serve for the outside seats, which I think is better.

Laguna Sunset Spots

We had a cloudy sunset when we visited Laguna so we can’t offer any personal advice. But, we were told these beaches in Laguna are great for sunset:

Table Rock Beach Treasure Island Park, Crescent Bay Beach Heisler Park, next to Montage Laguna Beach More Tips for Orange County: Click here for in-depth information about these things to do in Orange County with kids. Where to stay in Orange County: Check into the Kimpton Shorebreak Resort. It’s one of our favorite hotels in America. Here are other places to stay in Orange County. Orange County is also home to Disneyland. So if you have arranged for more time on your Southern California road trip to incorporate a visit to Disneyland, this may be when you want to do it. Or, even at the end of this trip. Our readers love this roundup post we did finding the best hotels to stay at in Disneyland. Days 7, 8, 9 in Ventura County

Ventura County, California is about an hour north of LA and 30 minutes south of Santa Barbara.

Be sure to leave your pretense and busyness on the highway out of LA, because it doesn’t belong in Ventura County.

Day 7 – Ventura

Plan for about three hours for your drive from Orange County to Ventura.

You can stop in at Oxnard Harbor for lunch on the water on your way into Ventura. It’s about 15 minutes from downtown Ventura.

1pm – Check in to the Crowne Plaza Hotel on Ventura Beach

The Crowne Plaza Hotel Ventura is walking distance to downtown Ventura and right beside the Ventura Pier and a popular surfing break. Most rooms have ocean views.

2pm Explore Downtown Ventura

We loved downtown Ventura. It has a fresh modern vintage vibe filled with local boutique stores, thrift stores, used book shops, and cool restaurants, breweries and wine bars.

Don’t miss San Buenaventura Mission, Iron & Resin for the men, and Passport Habits for travel lovers!

4:30 pm Foot Golf

Time for some family bonding with foot golf at River Ridge Golf Club.

We’d never played it before either, but soon discovered a fun family adventure. Foot golf is played on the golf course, you’re just kicking a soccer ball into a much larger hole.

6pm Dinner at The Annex

Go local in this enclave of restaurants and specialty shops which can be found at the Collective, a modern and new retail, dining and entertainment space.

The Annex is a culinary focused, community minded marketplace, which has global cuisine ranging from burgers, Mexican, Italian, crepes, Vietnamese, Hawaiian Poke and Latin American Ceviche bowls, and even healthy smoothies.

You can’t beat a Vietnamese Pho and pineapple cider for dinner.

You can do a bit of shopping after, or even catch a movie at the cinema.

Alternatively, head back into Ventura for dinner and a sunset stroll along the boardwalk and pier.

Day 8 – Oxnard, Ventura Harbor 9am – Head into Oxnard for breakfast

Fresh & Fabulous is a lovely local breakfast spot with typical breaky fare.

10am – Gondola Ride in Oxnard Harbor

Time to slow down your body and mind with a relaxing and peaceful ride around Oxnard Harbor on a Venetian Gondola with Gondola Paradiso, minus the Venetian crowds.

12pm – Explore Ventura Harbor Village

Ventura Harbor Village is a beautiful working fishing harbor, retail and dining space.

We recommend spending a few hours exploring Ventura Harbor and can recommend the following:

Hire some pedal boats, kayaks or SUPs from Ventura Boat Rentals to explore the harbor by water. You have a great chance of seeing the resident seals resting on boats and the wharves. This is a wonderful thing to do in Ventura on a warm, sunny afternoon. Go vintage at the Arcade, play a few games and win some prizes Have a seafood lunch with a view at Brophy Bros. Friday afternoon happy hour is a local’s favorite. Browse the different shops like the quirky hat shop, socks shop and my favorite boutique Grab a taiyaki fish ice cream cone from Coastal Cone. Pop over the road to check out Surfer’s Knoll if you feel like a little beach time. 6pm – Dinner at Lure Fish House

Lure Fish House is more of an upscale seafood restaurant BUT you’re still welcome in your shorts and flip flops. Ventura at its best!

This is the place for locally sourced, sustainable seafood and organic produce. Perfect for families as well.

Day 9 – Channel Islands National Park

You are going to be finishing your Southern California trip with one of the best things to do in Southern California – a sea cave kayaking adventure on Santa Cruz Island.

Channel Islands National Park is one of the most beautiful and unique places to visit in Southern California for adventure travel.

Read our in-depth post -> Day Trip to Channel Islands National Park

6pm – Mexican dinner at La Coscha

You and the kids may be a little tired after your epic adventures on the Channel Islands.

We recommend sitting out the front of the Crowne Plaza Hotel around the fire pit with your last Southern California Mexican meal from La Coscha, the restaurant inside the Crowne Plaza.

The views overlooking the Channel Islands you just returned from are special, as is the sky when it turns pink to red as the sun sets.

There is plenty of space for the kids to run around along the beach path should they still have endless amount of energy.

I’m sure you’ll enjoy the serenity of a cold glass of wine and casual conversation as you end what is no doubt a truly memorable Southern Carolina road trip with the kids.

More Tips for Ventura County: Click here for in-depth information about these things to do in Ventura County with kids. Where to stay in Ventura: Check into the Crowne Plaza Hotel on the Ventura beachfront. Read more reviews here. Here are other places to stay in Ventura.  Day 10: Back to Los Angeles

Be warned that traffic can be hectic getting back to LA, so time your drive wisely with your departing flights. You may choose to stay the night in LA.

Fuel up with a delicious and healthy breakfast before leaving Ventura at Harvest Café.

Drive back to LA at your leisure.

We’ll be visiting Disneyland in September, but below are posts to help you if you intend to explore Los Angeles County:

Cool Things to do in Happening Downtown Los Angeles 8 Non-Touristy Things to Do in Los Angeles Checking in: A Glamorous Boutique Hotel in Downtown LA

If you want to continue the SoCal beach vibe, we highly recommend spending the day at Manhattan and Hermosa Beach.

These two towns are our favorite places to visit in LA and is where we always go in LA.

Manhattan Beach Pier

Grab a Wolverine smoothie from SunLife Organics (it’s one of my favorite smoothies ever) and lunch at Lemonade in Manhattan Beach.

Manhattan Beach is the beach volleyball capital of the U.S. so play a game, rent a bike to ride between the two beaches, or even walk it.

The main beach street at Hermosa has a lot of cool bars and restaurants with happy hour deals for dinner.

Planning a Trip to California: Many thanks to Visit California, Visit San Diego, Visit Orange County and Ventura County Coast for helping us experience amazing destinations to share with you. Click here to learn more about the Kidifornia Adventures on offer in Southern California and other places to visit in California.

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What a fire doesn’t destroy will be heavily damaged by hose water from the brave firefighters who extinguished the blaze. In this case, where the fire started above all the floors below would sustain water damage and also need repair were the structure is not a complete loss.

Orange County firefighters knocked down fires at a home in Mission Viejo and an apartment in Lake Forest early Sunday.

The fire at the house in 25800 block of Via del Sur began in the attic. Firefighters dispatched at 4:03 a.m. had it under control at 6:09 a.m., the Orange County Fire Authority said.

The apartment fire at 26500 block of Normandale Drive. The fire appeared to have started in a garage and extended to the 2nd-floor residence, according to OCFA. No injuries were reported in either fire and the causes were under investigation, said OCFA Capt. Alan Wilkes.

The Red Cross was assisting the displaced residents at the Mission Viejo home, Wilkes said.

Damage estimates were not immediately available.

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Mission Viejo – OCFA onscene of residential structure fire on 25800 block of Via Del Sur. 33 firefighters on scene. Fire well established in attic.

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Lake Forest – OCFA onscene of an apartment fire located on the 26500 block of Normandale Dr. Fire appears to have extended from the garage into the 2nd floor residence. Fire is knocked down; extinguishing remaining fire. Cause under investigation.

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The good news with the evacuation order lifted. Unfortunately, the damage is done.

In some areas property damaged occurred with others reporting no flood damage to personal property. Definitely some expensive road damage as in the video below.

How to Set Fence Posts That Won’t Rot

How to install cedar fence posts that last. Anatomy of a long-lasting fence post

This photo shows the five ways to make your wooden fence posts last a long time.

“Please see an enlargement in additional information below.”

Pick the right posts

Don’t use posts that contain sapwood. Instead, use heartwood, because it’s denser and more insect-resistant.

Treat the post with preservatives

Soak the bottom of the wooden fence posts in a wood preservative containing copper napthanate, such as Cuprinol.

Caulk around the fence post base

Apply high-quality exterior acrylic latex caulk, or silicone specifically designed to adhere to concrete to prevent moisture penetration, at the base of the post.

If your cedar wooden fence posts are rotting at the bottom, you need to replace them. The rot probably developed because the posts were installed improperly. So if you install your new posts the same way the old posts were installed, you’ll just have to do the whole thing over again a few years down the line.

Cedar has a reputation for durability, but unless a few guidelines are followed, cedar posts can fail in as few as five years. Three factors contribute to this early failure: poor drainage, low-quality wood and poor protection against insect damage. To get the most out of your new posts, here are five things you can do:

1. Soak the bottom of the posts in a wood preservative containing copper napthanate, such as Cuprinol. Available at some paint stores and home centers, this wood treatment is specifically designed for in-ground applications.

2. Place about 6 in. of aggregate in the bottom of the posthole to allow for drainage. The bottom of the post should extend a few inches into the aggregate as shown.

3. Pour the concrete so that it’s above the soil level. Trowel the top smooth and slope it so that water runs away from the post.

4. Apply high-quality exterior acrylic latex caulk, or silicone specifically designed to adhere to concrete, at the base of the post. This will seal the gap between the concrete and post that’s caused by freeze/thaw cycles.

5. Don’t use posts that contain sapwood. Sapwood is lighter in color (usually yellow) than heartwood, which is dark. Instead, use heartwood, because it’s denser and more insect-resistant.

Additional Information Anatomy of a long-lasting fence post Required Tools for this Project

Have the necessary tools for this DIY wooden fence post project lined up before you start—you’ll save time and frustration. BucketCaulk gunPaintbrushPosthole diggerShovelTrowelWheelbarrow

Required Materials for this Wooden Fence Post Project

Avoid last-minute shopping trips by having all your materials ready ahead of time. Here’s a list. AggregateCementExterior acrylic latex caulkWood preservative

Wood rot always starts with a source of water, if only just a slight dribble during a hard rain, contacting raw wood. Starting with the best water resistant woods is the best practice. We see the lack proper protection from wood rot from water penetration all too often. If you have moisture damaged wood in your home, give us a call.

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Remodeling 101: The U-Shaped Kitchen (Plus 10 Examples)

Ideal for small spaces, U-shaped kitchens (sometimes called C-shaped kitchens) can accommodate only one or two cooks, depending on the width of the U. As its name suggests, this configuration features a horseshoe-shaped work area, with cabinets and counters running around three sides with an open end for access. At its most narrow, it can be as compact as a galley kitchen. Going a bit wider (if your space allows) might seem desirable, but go too wide and you reduce efficiency because the points of contact within the work triangle (stove, refrigerator, and sink) get too far apart. Have a look at 10 of our favorite U-shaped kitchens to see how to strike the right balance and figure out if the U is the right layout for you.

Above: A diagram illustrates how the ergonomic kitchen work triangle (stove, fridge, and sink) works in a U-shaped kitchen. Diagram from Kitchens Interior Dezine. Above: Julie’s horseshoe kitchen in Orange County, California, is small but efficient. “Dinnertime drop-ins are a frequent occurrence, and I love to cook, so it was important to me that the kitchen is outfitted for action,” she says. Her architect, Jerome Buttrick, provided well-designed storage that allows for all of the necessities to be kept on hand but out of sight. Inset open-shelving creates an eye-catching mixing bowl display. For a full tour and dissection of the kitchen, see the Remodelista book. Photograph by Matthew Williams for Remodelista. Above: Designer Athena Claderone tackled her compact kitchen in Brooklyn with dark paint, Ikea countertops, and budget appliances. See more in Kitchen of the Week: A Low-Cost Before/After Kitchen in Brooklyn. Above: Susan and David Scott of Scott & Scott Architects redesigned the kitchen of a North Vancouver house with a heavy slab of marble and a U-shaped layout of ash cabinets. See more in Kitchen of the Week: A Monumental Marble Countertop. Above: An efficient U-shaped kitchen (complete with custom cerused limed-wax finished oak cabinetry) in Hawaiian Summer: A Charm-Filled Stone Carriage House on the Maui Coast, Restored. Above: A concrete U-shaped kitchen designed by architect Theodore Zoumboulakis’s own retreat on the Greek isle of Hydra. For more, see our post Kitchen of the Week: A Greek Architect’s Ode to Minimalism. Above: When jewelry designer Kathleen Whitaker remodeled her turn-of-the-century home in Echo Park, Los Angeles, she found she liked the way the existing U-shaped kitchen formed a separate cooking area from the dining area. Whitaker’s only update was to repaint the cabinets in Avocado Peel from Martha Stewart Living. (Take a stroll through Whitaker’s equally inviting garden in Tropical Paradise in LA’s Echo Park.) Photograph by Nancy Neil. Above: A butler’s sink and overhead open shelves provide the focus in designer and blogger Sarah Sherman Samuel‘s small cabin kitchen on the shores of Lake Michigan. (Have a look at Samuel’s newly remodeled kitchen in LA employing what she calls “the ultimate Ikea hack”: Ikea cabinets and custom doors). Photograph via Smitten Studio. Above: Serena Mitnik Miller and Mason St. Peter designed their own U-shaped kitchen with marine-grade Douglas fir plywood cabinets and concealed appliances. For more, see our post Kitchen of the Week: A Hip, Low-Key Kitchen in Topanga Canyon, Hidden Fridge Included. Above: A U-shaped kitchen takes up half of the back wall of a house in Ulster County, New York, owned and designed by Megan Sommerville and Matt Ensner of Materia Designs. For more, see our post American Gothic: A Hudson Valley Home Reborn. Above: In the remodel of this U-shaped kitchen in Portland, Oregon, Opal Blue Tiles by Heath Ceramics create a bold backdrop. Architect Michael Howells of Howells Architecture & Design offers his insight on the essentials for a successful remodel in Rehab Diaries: An Oregon Kitchen with a Dose of Downton Abbey. Photography by Anna M. Campbell.

N.B.: This post is an update; the original story ran on March 11, 2014.

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Test your water pressure valve using an outdoor water spigot.

Usually, poor water pressure is caused by clogged pipes. But if you’ve already replaced them or have a newer house with new pipes, try the obvious first. Make sure the shutoff valves near the water meter are fully open. Sounds basic, but plumbers still have to charge for a service call to simply turn a water pressure valve handle! Then check the water pressure. If your house is on city water, ask your local water department for a pressure reading. A reading of 45 to 55 psi is ideal.

Or test the water pressure yourself with a pressure gauge (sold at home centers). Hook up the gauge to an outside water spigot, turn on the water, and you’ll get an instant reading. If the reading is low, the city may be delivering water at a low pressure (less than 40 psi). If the city isn’t likely to boost the pressure, consider installing a water pressure booster system, starting at $300 at a home center or plumbing store, or online as one way how to increase water pressure. Any setting over 80 psi will wear out the washers on your plumbing fixtures. The system we show is only made to fit 1-in. pipe. If you install it yourself, apply for a plumbing permit so your work will be inspected. Some municipalities require a reduced pressure and backflow preventer to be installed when a water pressure booster is hooked up.

If the pressure reading is adequate, you may have obstructions or some pipes that are too small. Call in a licensed plumber to evaluate your system to see how to increase water pressure.

Pressure Booster

If your water department can’t deliver more pressure and you have a 3/4-in. or bigger copper or plastic water main coming into your house, consider installing a water pressure booster. It takes the water coming in from the street and increases its pressure by means of an electric pump and a pressure tank. A dial on top adjusts the pressure to an ideal setting of 45 to 55 psi. The tank holds a reserve of pressurized water so that the pump doesn’t have to run every time somebody opens a faucet. It also helps boost flow when the demand for water is high (like when your teenagers are all showering at the same time). Water pressure boosters like the one shown here are available at home centers and online for about $900.

Inspect your pressure-reducing valve Inspect your pressure-reducing valve

If your pressure test reads lower than 40 psi, see if you have a pressure-reducing valve (PRV) mounted on your water main. It’ll look similar to the one pictured here, and it needs to be adjusted correctly. Most come set from the factory for 50 psi, but you can adjust them up or down by turning a screw on top. PRVs can also go bad after 10 to 20 years and cause too little (or too much) pressure. So if yours is old, it might be time to replace it. Just about any DIYer with a little plumbing experience can handle the job. A new PRV will cost you $35 to $120, and you might have to special-order it.

Call city hall

If after all that you’ve still got low water pressure, call your local water department to see if there’s a problem with the pressure coming from the street to your house. If you get your water from a private well, your well pump might be the cause of your pressure woes.

Too MUCH water pressure?

When it comes to water pressure, you actually can have too much of a good thing. Pressure over 80 psi can cause you to waste water and the energy required to heat it. It can also damage water softeners, water heaters, faucets, appliances and seals. If your pressure test shows more than 80 psi, make sure you have a working pressure-reducing valve and keep it set between 50 and 60 psi.

Required Tools for this water pressure valve Project

Have the necessary tools for this DIY how to increase water pressure project lined up before you start—you’ll save time and frustration. Adjustable wrenchAir compressorAir hoseSoldering torchTube cutter You’ll also need a wire brush for cleaning copper fittings and joints

Required Materials for this water pressure valve Project

Avoid last-minute shopping trips by having all your materials ready ahead of time. Here’s a list. Copper pipe and fittingsFluxSolderTeflon tapeWater pressure booster

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You have a water trap under a floor drain, laundry tub or wash basin that has dried out from lack of use. Water in any trap under unused drains will eventually evaporate. That would allow sewer gas to come up through the drain into the room. Solve that problem just by dumping a pitcherful of water into the drain to restore the trap water.

If you follow that up by pouring a couple of tablespoons of cooking oil into the drain, a floating seal of oil will keep the water from evaporating so fast next time. Check for a cleanout plug inside the floor drain to get rid of a sewer smell in bathroom or laundry room. Remove the grate that covers the opening and make sure there’s a plug inside the drain bowl. If the plug is missing, there’s a direct path for sewer gas to bypass the water trap. Sometimes, the plugs are removed to clean sewer lines and not replaced.

Buy a replacement plug at a hardware store. It’s less likely, but the water in the toilet trap also could have evaporated. Weeks of disuse could cause this. Of course, simple flushing will restore that water. Another culprit for a sewer smell in bathroom could be a bad wax ring seal between the toilet flange and the base of the toilet. This wax ring can occasionally leak, sometimes because of a rocking toilet that has broken the seal. With a leak in this seal, sewer gas will find its way out from under the toilet. If that’s the case, you’ll have to remove the toilet and replace the wax ring.

If the toilet rocks, use plastic shims between the stool and the floor and caulk the joint. This will ensure that a rocking toilet doesn’t ruin the new wax ring. A more serious prospect for the sewer smell in your house would be a broken or cracked sewer line or even a loose connection joint in the ceiling or buried in a wall. If you’ve addressed the four easier possibilities, use your nose to start investigating, starting with all visible joints. If you can’t detect the leak, contact a plumber who specializes in hunting down leaks. Required

Also, you will want to inspect your slab for cracks and moisture. Slab leaks can cause water damage in Arlington. You won’t need any tools to locate the source of the smell and moisture. Your slab will have water and sewer pipes either under the slab or in the concrete.

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1. Orange County Great Park in Irvine

The Great Park has an assortment of tourist attractions which are contained in 1, 300 acres of land. If you visit this particular park you need a day or two to be able to sample some of the primary attractions available here. Some of the main things that attract tourists include a sports/recreation area, an art complex and a farmer market. There is also an opportunity to enjoy a balloon ride on a big airborne balloon that can hold up to thirty passengers. On this balloon, you will be able to enjoy the gorgeous view of the county while floating in the sky. All these attractions make the Great Park in Irvine one of the top area you need to visit while in this county.

Website: http://www.ocgp.org/

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2. The Laguna Beach on the South Coast Highway

Almost every one of us loves the feeling of the sea and basking on the sand especially when the weather is ideal. Laguna Beach will give you an opportunity to enjoy a relaxing time while enjoying the nice feeling of the beach. This particular beach is well maintained where the water is crystal clear, the sand is soft and the air is flesh. This is complemented by the fact that you can enjoy a biking trail and also dine in top-notch restaurants. You will also enjoy visiting the popular shopping center in this area and also enjoy art in the different art galleries which are just close to the beach.

Website: https://www.visitlagunabeach.com/about-us/orange-county/

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3. The Balboa Island on Marine Avenue, Newport Beach

This is an ideal spot to visit with your family when you are in Orange County. This is facilitated by the fact that there is even a fun zone where your kids can get to enjoy different fun activities. There are also opportunities to build sand castles on the sand and then proceed to enjoy the ferries wheel. All the fun activities will create long lasting memories for you and your family at Balboa Island in Newport Beach.

Website: https://www.balboaisland.com/

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4. The Packing House in Anaheim

The Packing House in Anaheim is made up of several sit down bars and restaurants which serves different kinds of foods. You will get to enjoy both local and international cuisines while dining in these restaurants. You can even grab a bite while strolling around to enjoy the fine weather of this area. There is also plenty of live music which will for sure allow you to create long lasting memories of this area.

Website: https://www.anaheimpackingdistrict.com/

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5. Fashion Island in Newport Beach

If you are a fashion enthusiast you will for sure enjoy visiting the fashion island. This is because here there are some of the top designer clothes for both genders and even for children. The clothes you find in this location come from some of the most renowned labels in the world. This gives you the assurance that you can find top quality clothes in this particular location. You also get to participate in other fun activities such as food and wine tasting among others.

Website: https://www.shopfashionisland.com/

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6. Disneyland Park in Anaheim

1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802, USA

While planning on what to do in Orange County it is advisable to include Disneyland Pak. In fact, this is one of the most popular attractions in the entire county where it is known worldwide. Most people prefer to bring their children here but even adults can enjoy visiting this park. While here you will get to meet some of the most popular characters, ride the roller coaster and enjoy different kinds of meals from all over the world. There are different types of restaurants even for travelers on a budget and all these restaurants serve different kinds of foods. There are also Disney themed shops which offer different kinds of things which are related to the park.

Website: https://disneyland.disney.go.com/

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7. Surf City in Huntington Beach

Even if you do not know how to surf you can take lessons in this particular beach. The famous Huntington Beach is popular all over the world where there is even an international surfing museum in this area. Numerous international surfing competitions are usually held on this beach because of its fine conditions. There are also different surf shops where you can buy different surfing merchandise. If you are new to surfing you will get professionals who will get you started and within a short time, you will be surfing like an expert.

Website: https://www.surfcityusa.com/

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8. Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park

This farm in Buena Park might sound like just an ordinary orchard where you can pick fruits. But it is more than that where you get an opportunity to enjoy a lot of fun activities. Some of the things you can enjoy in this farm include attending entertaining shows, riding roller coasters and you can stay overnight at the hotel’s farm. There is also a water park where you can splash to cool off during the hot days. You can also get to enjoy fun western stunt shows at the open air wagon camp.

Website: https://www.knotts.com/

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9. Crystal Cove State Park between Corona del Mar and Laguna Beach

If you want to enjoy the outdoor natural atmosphere of Orange County then you need to visit this park. Here you will get to enjoy three miles of beach and almost 2, 500 acres of land. At this park, you will get to enjoy different hiking trails and you can also go for horseback riding. There are more than forty vintage cottages which are built along the coast. Furthermore, you get to enjoy eating both local and international foods in this park which are prepared by professional chefs.

Website: http://www.crystalcovestatepark.org/

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10. South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa

3333 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA

If you love shopping then this will be an ideal destination while visiting Orange County. This plaza in Costa Mesa is an upscale mall that is close to lots of resorts and beaches in this area. You can shop for an assortment of things which are unique to this county and others which are international and then proceed to enjoy the attractions around the plaza. There are more than 250 stores and millions of people come here annually to shop. Therefore, when planning what to do in Orange County you can consider this plaza to enjoy the enjoyable shopping expeditions.

Website: http://www.southcoastplaza.com/

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When you have water or flood damage in your Yorba Linda home and need a fast response? When flood damage emergencies happen in homes, they happen in different parts and for different causes.

We provide the following services

• Water Damage

• Flood Cleanup

• Equipment Rentals

• Sewage Cleanup

Read on to learn some common causes of water flood damage that we have dealt with in our experience. You should hire a professional can assess accurately the nature and extent of damage to the structure and hygiene of the home, it’s always easy for DIY enthusiasts and competent homeowners to categorize the nature water flooding areas they might be dealing with and take decisive action.

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Our Water Damage Process – What to Expect

• Step 1 – 24/7 Emergency Service

• Step 2 – Onsite Inspection

• Step 3 – Water Removal and Mitigation

• Step 4 – Water  Clean up

• Step 5 – Drying Areas

• Step 6 – Repair and Restoration

Dripping roof and ceiling

If you are seeing water dripping from the ceiling, the damage is already underway above it. Wet ceilings may be as a result of a worn out leaky roof with holes, missing parts or poor drainage. A roof what literary defines your home and any damage to it should be dealt with promptly to avoid compromising the whole house.

Flooded basements

A flooded basement in Yorba Linda pose a significant threat to the health of the occupants of a home starting with a moldy odor that keeps getting worse. It can serve as a breeding ground for all sorts of vermin and risky place to work in due to poor indoor air quality. Being the lowest part of the home, the basement is the most likely to get flooded in the event of a massive storm of poorly designed and clogged drainage systems.

Wet wall interiors

Soaked walls is another sign of water leaking taking root in your home. Walls may become damp if water is dripping from above or rising from the ground by capillary action. Such water may cause paint to peel off and mold to grow causing serious health problems. Walls also bulge and their structural integrity may be soon compromised.

Floor board warping

The floor is also yet another part of the home that suffers the most water damage in case of flooding. Wooden floors are perhaps the worst hit because they start to warp on seeping in too much water. Wetness may be concealed by carpets or other overlying flooring materials of choice making early detection difficult.

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Broken fixtures and faucets

When you are dealing with a leaking faucet, loose bathroom or kitchen fixtures that keep failing, you should bear in mind that the situation can escalate pretty quickly. These evolve to much costlier problems requiring emergency plumbing and water extraction almost always.

Leaking pipes

Your plumbing could be the problem as it is for many homeowners requiring our services. Hot water pipes could be busted, cracked or disjointed causing leakages which amount to risky flooding inside the home.

Natural disaster flooding

Finally, it is worth noting that even the most vigilant homeowners sometimes find themselves in a flood event due to an act of God. Sometimes Mother Nature will throw in a not so pleasant surprise and you might find yourself in need of emergency water damage restoration service.

If you should eve find yourself in one of these tricky situations, then it is high time to call in our professional water cleanup expert in Yorba Linda.

Begin the water extraction process by following these steps

Step 1: Ventilate wet areas. Try turning on air conditioning for accelerated drying in summer. In winter, employ alternate cycles of heating and opened windows.

Step 2: Remove saturated rugs and carpets when hardwood floors are at risk.

Step 3: Remove standing water from flat surfaces by sponging and blotting.

Step 4: Stay out of rooms where ceilings are sagging from retained water.

Step 5: Transport computers to a dry environment; remove cases and blow dry with low pressure, low heat air.

Step 6: Remove lamps, telephones and decorative items from wet furniture tops.

For water damage restoration Service Call 1 (844) 234-0305

Water Damage Repairs: Securing Your Home From Impending and Immediate Risks

A Biohazard Emergency - The Steps to Take

Whenever a biohazard emergency occurs, depending upon the country, state or province and town in which it occurs, the first step is to alert the proper environmental authorities. Their response to the emergency is almost immediate. They are also responsible to determine the seriousness of the situation. From that point, several things may happen:

1. The regulatory group will classify the emergency according to hazardous regulations
2. A list of approved licensed remediation services may be provided
3. Or, the situation will be referred to the individual for discretionary remediation

If the biohazard is serious and necessitates evacuation, the regulatory or biohazard investigatory team will address this and take the proper steps. If the biohazard emergency is less serious and can be quickly remediated by a local emergency services team, this is often left to the individual to make the proper arrangements.

The best thing about professional biohazardous repair and cleanup services is the reassurance that the area is completely safe for human contact again. That's why it's so important to choose only the most expert in this field. Biohazardous repair and cleanup minimizes stress and environmental impact.

A Few Things You Need to Know About Water Damage Remediation

There are several ways that sewage can get into the home. It could be the result of basement flooding, damaged plumbing or a disaster that carried municipal waste into the home. Even small amounts of fluids and waste from a sewer line can create incredibly dangerous conditions inside of a home. Individuals experiencing this type of situation should remain as far from the fluids as possible until a sewage cleanup has been performed. There are several health reasons why anyone in the home should avoid the area.

Infectious Diseases

Sewage carries large amounts of organic matter and can sometimes become heated while in a municipal system. This creates a breeding ground for microorganisms that might otherwise pass benignly through the water. Breathing in the air around the waste or coming into contact with the fluids can result in an increased risk of contracting diseases like hepatitis or leptospirosis. This becomes a serious danger if an individual has any open wounds or broken areas of the skin.

Contamination

Bacteria, parasites and other organisms can breed in sewage and are easily transferred to the skin of the hands through imperceptible droplets, even if the liquid is not directly touched. This can cause a person to contaminate the food or water that is eaten later if the skin is not thoroughly washed after being near or in the flood water. Ingesting these harmful organisms can result in severe fever, liver and kidney damage, as well as dehydration caused by vomiting.

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When you have water damage in your Westminster home but not sure who to phone? When water flooding areas emergencies happen in homes, they happen in different parts and for different causes.

We provide the following services

• Water Damage

• Flood Cleanup

• Equipment Rentals

• Sewage Cleanup

Just the same, there are some very common causes of water damage that we have dealt with many times. You should hire a professional can assess accurately the nature and extent of damage to the structure and hygiene of the home, it’s always easy for DIY enthusiasts and competent homeowners to categorize the nature flooded areas they might be dealing with and take decisive action.

Call toll free now in Westminster for immediate 24 Hour Water Damage Restoration Service

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Our Water Damage Process – What to Expect

• Step 1 – 24/7 Emergency Service

• Step 2 – Onsite Inspection

• Step 3 – Water Removal and Mitigation

• Step 4 – Water  Clean up

• Step 5 – Drying Areas

• Step 6 – Repair and Restoration

Dripping roof and ceiling

By the time you start seeing the first drips from the ceiling boards, the damage is already underway above it. Dripping ceilings may be as a result of a worn out leaky roof with holes, missing parts or poor drainage. A roof what literary defines your home and any damage to it should be dealt with promptly to avoid compromising the whole house.

Flooded basements

A flooded basement in Westminster pose a significant threat to the health of the occupants of a home starting with a musty odor that keeps getting worse. It can serve as a breeding ground for all sorts of vermin and risky place to work in due to poor indoor air quality. Being the lowest part of the home, the basement is the most likely to get flooded in the event of a massive storm of poorly designed and clogged drainage systems.

Wet wall interiors

Damp walls is another sign of water penetration taking root in your home. Walls may become damp if water is dripping from above or rising from the ground by capillary action. Such water may cause paint to peel off and mold to grow causing serious health problems. Walls also bulge and their structural integrity may be soon compromised.

Floor board warping

The floor is also yet another part of the home that suffers the most water damage in case of broken pipe flooding. Wooden floors are perhaps the worst hit because they start to warp on seeping in too much moisture. Wetness may be concealed by carpets or other overlying flooring materials of choice making early detection difficult.

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Broken fixtures and faucets

When you are dealing with a leaking faucet, loose bathroom or kitchen fixtures that keep failing, you should bear in mind that the situation can escalate pretty quickly. These evolve to much costlier problems requiring emergency plumbing and water damage almost always.

Leaking pipes

Your plumbing could be the problem as it is for many homeowners requiring our services. Hot water pipes could be busted, cracked or disjointed causing leakages which amount to risky flooding inside the home.

Natural disaster flooding

Finally, it is worth noting that even the most vigilant homeowners sometimes find themselves in a flood event due to an act of God. Sometimes Mother Nature will throw in a not so pleasant surprise and you might find yourself in need of water damage service service.

If you should eve find yourself in one of these tricky situations, then it is high time to call in our professional water cleanup expert in Westminster.

Begin the water damage remediation process by following these steps

Step 1: Ventilate wet areas. Try turning on air conditioning for accelerated drying in summer. In winter, employ alternate cycles of heating and opened windows.

Step 2: Remove saturated rugs and carpets when hardwood floors are at risk.

Step 3: Remove standing water from flat surfaces by sponging and blotting.

Step 4: Stay out of rooms where ceilings are sagging from retained water.

Step 5: Transport computers to a dry environment; remove cases and blow dry with low pressure, low heat air.

Step 6: Remove lamps, telephones and decorative items from wet furniture tops.

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The Dangers Of Sewage Backup

The numerous losses caused by water intruding will lead to rotting of wood, growth, rusting of steel and many other problems. Luckily, the damage caused by rain or bursting pipes is usually covered in standard homeowners insurance. Nonetheless, this does not include damage caused by floods. Damages are covered if rain or hail enters through an open door or window. A standard policy would provide coverage if the door or window was first damaged by a tree limb or a similar object.

As water damage has taken its toll on numerous states over the years, solid remediation processes have become necessities. The goal is to correct or improve a deficiency or problem. A strategic plan also will prevent the growth of mold. Nonetheless, it is almost inevitable for certain states to face hurricanes and floods. Heavy rain can also occur which will lead to damage of the home and property. Luckily, every state has some kind of process for water damage.

Drying equipment makes an impact on the swelling of furniture and floors. Dehumidifiers are also essential as they reduce the level of humidity in the air. Industrial strength dehumidifiers are also essential as they greatly reduce water damage. High-speed fans can create airflow that can dry out walls and carpets, thereby evaporating moisture. Some unique situations will call for special techniques for drying that require top notch training and equipment.

One of the most important goals of the water damage remediation process is to remove and prevent mold. Mold is a fungus that grows on various kinds of damp and/or decaying organic matter. Once mold finds a place to grow, it can damage both property and health.

Crawlspace - Underhouse - Floods - Water Under Your House Can Cause a Variety of Problems

Your home is your biggest asset and it is important to know how to take care of it. Accidents can and do happen and water damage can be a very real problem. It is important to learn as much as you can so that you can be prepared if something like this happens to you.

When your home is flooded there are a few things you can and should do. First of all shut off your electricity and gas. We all know that electricity and water are a bad combination. So do yourself a favor and turn it off just to be safe. Chances are you will be checking the foundations of your house as well as any short circuits in your electrical systems and you don't want to cause any more problems than you already have.

Obviously the best way to fix water damage is to prevent it in the first place. There are a few things you can do to waterproof your home and here are just a few suggestions. Maintain the gutters around your home and trench and drill it to perfection. Make sure your basement is moisture proof. Consult a professional to make sure that your 'do it yourself water damage repair' is the best job it can be.

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Restoration Companies in Orange County
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982 N Batavia St, Orange, CA, 92867
1 (844) 234-0305