On average, fire departments in the U.S. respond to more than 350,000 home fire calls per year – that’s about one call every 85 seconds! And since about seven people per day die in home fires in the U.S., the danger is real and something you should be cognizant of, especially during the winter ... MORE ›

The holiday season is here. The pumpkin spice lattes, cider mills and college football tailgates we enjoyed just weeks ago seem like distant memories, and as the big chill of another winter descends upon Michigan once again, throwing a few logs into the fireplace and gathering ‘round to make some family memories is a ... MORE ›

Walking downstairs to discover a flooded basement can be one of the most confusing and concerning non-emergency situations homeowners experience. Unless your basement has flooded before, it’s an issue that typically isn’t top of mind, and one you probably haven’t spent much time preparing for. That means potentially financially crippling damage to flooring, drywall, ... MORE ›

Leaves changing color and blanketing the ground across the state of Michigan officially mark the end of many of our favorite summer traditions, but spark the beginning of the things we love most about autumn and fall in the Great Lakes State. Cider and donuts, tailgating and pumpkin-flavored drinks of all sorts are some of ... MORE ›

At Gold Star Property Restoration, we’ve helped countless Michigan homeowners rise above the unexpected damage and hardship that fire damage brings. If a fire disaster has occurred at your home, keep the following tips in mind to ensure you and your family remain safe, and to ensure your home and belongings are restored to ... MORE ›

While spring and summer bring new life and colors to the Great Lakes State, warmer weather also brings the potential for severe weather, which can cause unexpected – and costly – damage to your home. Roofs often take the brunt of Mother Nature’s wrath in the Midwest, so we’ve created a list of things ... MORE ›

Mold typically found in homes can be hard to permanently remove, and considering there are more 100,000 types of mold spores, it’s even trickier to identify. Today we’re going to share some easy-to-identify signs of common household molds as well the steps you should take to prevent health issues for your family if you ... MORE ›

At best, frozen pipes can slow the flow of water throughout your home, but at worst, they can burst and cause severe damage to your home, which could significantly limit your financial freedom. At Gold Star Property Restoration, much of the frozen-pipe-related damage we see and repair across Michigan is very preventable. Our team of ... MORE ›

  As Veterans Day approached, Team Gold Star mobilized to show its appreciation for the men and women who so bravely offered to leave behind the comforts of civilian life to protect the freedoms that make our country great. We participated in two initiatives that gave us an opportunity to give back to our nation’s ... MORE ›

As a fully licensed and insured disaster restoration company in Michigan, we see our fair share of damage resulting from Old Man Winter’s longstanding tradition of kicking our door down and overstaying his welcome – if he was ever welcome in the first place. And while the issues we respond to during colder weather ... MORE ›

At Gold Star Property Restoration, our mission, simply put, is to help our neighbors overcome. And our ability to do so begins and ends with our compassionate, motivated team. Today, we’d like to share a story about how Gold Star Brand Manager Melissa Jones turned a simple social media conversation into an opportunity to ... MORE ›

Last week, it was our pleasure to present a $2,000 check to the Troy Police and Fire Benevolent Foundation (TPFBA), an organization that provides financial assistance to families of public safety officers and other residents of Troy, Michigan. The $2,000 donation was raised through our company’s Family Fun for Charity event, which took place ... MORE ›

Last month, we shared some tips to help you identify signs of foundation damage before it becomes severe and requires major repairs that could limit your financial freedom in the future. This month, we’re going to share a few easy, but extremely effective ways to prevent foundation issues from occurring in the first place. ... MORE ›

At Gold Star Property Restoration, we believe it’s our responsibility to make a positive impact on our community, and to support our local heroes and neighbors during times of need. Join us for a day of family fun to benefit the Troy Police and Fire Benevolent Association (TPFBA), a non-profit organization that provides financial assistance ... MORE ›

As a full-service property restoration contractor in Michigan for more than 20 years, we’ve seen our fair share of foundation damage to homes old and new. While some of the damage we encounter is caused by circumstances beyond the homeowners’ control, such as build location, the vast majority is preventable. By the time many of ... MORE ›