Question 1

Is Buckeye licensed, insured, and background-checked?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We maintain full licensing and insurance, and our team members are carefully vetted — giving you peace of mind before any project begins.

Question 2

Are you a legitimate, long-standing company?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Buckeye Restoration & Remodeling is a third-generation, family-owned business founded in 1996 by Rod Patterson. We’ve been serving Central Ohio homeowners for decades, building a legacy of trust, quality, and integrity.

Question 3

Do you handle emergency situations like fire or flood 24/7?

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Yes. We offer round-the-clock emergency response and fast board-up and mitigation services to secure your home immediately — your safety and protection are our top priorities.

Question 4

Will you work with my insurance company on my behalf?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We coordinate directly with insurance adjusters, provide detailed documentation, and help you get the fullest claim possible — so you don’t have to navigate the paperwork alone.

Question 5

Why should I hire a professional fire restoration company?

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Professionals use specialized tools and chemicals to remove smoke, soot, and odor effectively. They also prevent further damage from water or mold — ensuring your home is cleaned, deodorized, and restored safely.

Question 6

What is Water Damage Prevention ?

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There is nothing more frustrating than the buckling of your beautiful hardwood floors or a nasty brown water stain on your ceiling. Except, perhaps, learning that there is mold on top of those things. Water damage restoration and clean up are part of life, especially when you live in a world that rains. However, while I can’t promise you will never have to deal with water damage, below is a list of ways to do your best to prevent the preventable water damage to your home.
Water damage occurs when there is water or moisture on material over a period of time. Water damage can occur as a result of a burst pipe, a leaking roof, or a malfunctioning pipe. Natural disasters such as floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires can also result in substantial water damage. Also any type of standing moisture can be the cause of immediate water damage. Make regular inspections of your home to check potential trouble spots.
Kitchen – Water damage prevention
• Check the hoses and pipes of the dishwasher, refrigerator, and sink to make sure there aren’t any leaks.
• Use plenty of water when operating garbage disposals so that waste is flushed out of the system.
• React quickly to small leaks around water heaters, refrigerators, dishwashers, and other appliances before they become more troublesome ones.
• Follow the recommended maintenance procedures for your appliances.
Bathroom – Water damage prevention
• Check caulking around the sinks, tubs, and toilets.
• Make sure the toilets aren’t clogged.
Laundry room – Water damage prevention
• Inspect washing machine hoses for cracking, fraying, or bulging. Replace the hose if you find any problems.
• Wet spots around the water heater may indicate a problem. Try placing a drain pan under the water heater.
• Change filters on the air conditioning regularly and get a contractor to make regular inspections.
• Don’t wash heavy-duty dirt down drains and don’t put extremely dirty clothing in clothes washers. Instead, use a garden hose on the soiled item outside the house, so that the dirt doesn’t get into the drainage system inside the house.
Roof – Water damage prevention
• Keep debris out of gutters, downspouts, roots, and valleys.
• Ventilate the roof to reduce moisture and heat build-up in the attic.
• Use a preservative to prevent weathering and damage to the roof.
General – Water damage prevention
• Know where the main water shutoffs to your home are located.
• Install water shutoff valves on water lines under sinks and toilets, and leading to outside faucets.
• Be aware of what goes down drains (grease, lint, and dirt in particular).
• When a problem does arise, hire an established contractor who has a good reputation.
• When a plumber is at the house to make repairs, have him or her conduct a quick check on other appliances, drains, and pipes to ensure that everything is in proper working order.
• Don’t leave the room after you have turned on the water, especially full force, in the bathtub or a sink.
While I can’t promise that Mother Nature will never wield her ugly head in the direction of your home, it is important for you to know how to prevent the small types of water damage. If, however, water damage does occur, it is very important that you call water damage services immediately for water restoration and mold remediation before a bad problem becomes worse.

Question 7

Can fire damage lead to mold or water issues?

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Yes. Water used to extinguish the fire can cause secondary damage, leading to mold growth. That’s why it’s essential to call a restoration team immediately for both fire and water damage cleanup.

Question 8

What Should I Do When I Find Mold ?

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How do I know If I Have mold, need professional mold removal, or mold clean up in my central Ohio home or business?
The first and most important step is determining whether or not what you have is actually mold. Many times, water stains are mistaken for mold and mold is almost always suspected when musty odors are present.
Have you had:
Recurrent water leaks, burst pipes, HVAC leaks, a wet basement or a damp crawlspace?
Water stains on walls, floors or ceilings?
Discolorations on basement walls or other building materials?
Musty, moldy odors?​
If you can answer yes to any of the previous questions, you may want to consider having your home or business inspected and tested for mold. There may be no warning of a mold problem in your home or business until someone becomes ill.
Mold can hide in thousands of places at any time of the year; basements, attics, bathrooms and any other place that shows evidence of moisture are a few common problem areas. A key fact to remember is mold isn’t always visible; this is why it’s important to have a thorough mold inspection done by professionals in Mold remediation and mold clean up.
The good news is you know you have a serious problem. You know that you have mold and you know this you need to get rid of it NOW. You are not letting that water spot in your ceiling go ignored or the weird smell in your basement waft up the stairs. You are smart. You know that you need to call someone to fix your problem as soon as possible. Or you know now. The first thing you need to do is call a professional.
They will be able to search your home and not only remove the mold but also remove that source. Chances are you have a serious leak somewhere in your home causing water damage. Water damage leads to mold and mildew. As if the sagging ceiling is not ugly enough, now you have to worry about all of the health effects that coincide with water damage.
Anywhere in your house where you may have had water damage or water damage repair, you will also need to look into mildew removal and mold remediation. Look for visible mold growth (may appear cottony, velvety, granular, or leathery and have varied colors of white, gray, brown, black, yellow, green). Mold often appears as discoloration, staining, or fuzzy growth on the surface of building materials or furnishings. Look for signs of excess moisture or water damage mold.
Variations of health symptoms that may occur include coughing, wheezing, nasal and throat conditions. People with asthma or allergies who are sensitive to mold may notice their symptoms worsen. Individuals with a severely weakened immune system who are exposed to moldy environments are at risk of developing serious fungal respiratory infections. Still considering just painting over that stain? I don’t think so! Call your local water damage services now!

Question 9

Can you restore versus replace materials? How do you decide?

Accepted Answer

Our trained experts assess every affected area carefully — using moisture meters, inspection tools, and professional judgment — to determine what can be salvaged safely and what must be replaced for your long-term health and safety.

Question 10

What is the importance of Fast Board Up Services?

Accepted Answer

Lock the House Before Criminals or the Elements Get In! I don’t care where you live. You might live in the same neighborhood as the Cleavers, if you do not board up your home, SOMETHING is going to get into your home. It may not be as serious as a criminal (but who’s to say it won’t be?) but there are other damaging threats that can creep into your home if it is not boarded up properly.
Often people are more afraid of who might get into their home than what. That isn’t to say that you shouldn’t lock your doors and pay more attention to your windows being shut, however, the damage that a raccoon or other animal can cause from being in your house is just as important to prevent. And if that doesn’t persuade you to board your house up think about all of the water damage, mold, mildew and permanent issues that will occur inside of your home from changes in weather.
Rain does not care if your window is broken. If the water can get inside, it will. Animals are searching for a warm, dry place to inhabit, if your home can’t keep them out, they will get in.
The only person who can prevent future damages to your home if you. You need to call a professional and have them board up your home properly. Don’t risk your homes well being and your families on trying to board up your home yourself. You would not install a security system in your home with the knowledge you found online so why would you leave the security of your home to anyone but professionals? You have worked hard to make your house a home, let a profession help you keep it that way.

Question 11

Do you guarantee your work?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We stand behind our craftsmanship and material quality. If any issue arises post-project, we address it promptly — that’s part of how we honor our commitment to quality and care.

Question 12

Will you treat my home with respect — and keep the worksite safe and clean?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. We use dust-containment measures, follow safety protocols, and ensure daily cleanup — because we know you live there, and we treat your home as if it were our own.

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