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Commercial Disaster
11/15/2022 (Permalink)
Being ready for a disaster is easier than you think. Although you cannot avoid a disaster, you can educate yourself enough to navigate through the tough situation. The best way to avoid a disaster is to try and prevent the disaster from happening in the first place.
- Dedicate time weekly checks of all your fire alarms and carbon monoxide alarms.
- Create an evacuation plan of time. Make sure you employees know the correct and safest way to exit the building in case of a disaster.
- Keep an updated emergency contact list for everyone to have access to
- Put together an emergency supply kit with items such as flashlights, radio, bottled waters, blankets, extra batteries etc.
If you have a fire, water, mold or asbestos disaster and need help give SERVPRO a call today! We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for all your cleaning and restoration needs. We have highly trained professionals ready to help in your time of need.
Burst Pipes
11/15/2022 (Permalink)
Water disasters, such s broken pipes, can happen suddenly and without warning especially in the winter months. Some common signs of busted water pipes include:
- Water puddle forming under your sink
- Watch for a dramatic increase in your water bill
- Watch to see if your water is fluctuating
- Stinky or rust smelling water
- Noisy pipes
If you happen to have a pipe burst you should immediately turn off your water, locate the burst pipe and call a professional. The quicker you do these three things, the better the outcome my be.
If you have a fire, water, mold or asbestos disaster and need help give SERVPRO a call today! We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for all your cleaning and restoration needs. We have highly trained professionals ready to help in your time of need.
Why choose SERVPRO
11/15/2022 (Permalink)
When someone asks me why I would choose SERVPRO over all of the other cleaning and restoration industries my answer is always the same… Customer service, community involvement and Veteran Owned Franchise. SERVPRO strives to have the absolute best customer service possible. From the moment we get our first call to the end of the job when we are signing paperwork, we always try to maintain great customer service. The second value we pride ourselves on is community involvement. SERVPRO is an active member of the community and donates time and money to causes all of the world. Some of those causes include Toys for Tots, Veteran charities and our First Responders. We find it an important part of our franchise to be involved any and every way we can. The final thing we pride ourselves in is being a Veteran Owned Franchise. Our fearless leader and Owner Skylar Price served over 10 years over seas for our beautiful country. He knew when he got back that he wanted to make a difference within his community and that is why he decided to become a franchise owner of a SERVPRO.
If you have a fire, water, mold or asbestos disaster and need help give SERVPRO a call today! We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for all your cleaning and restoration needs. We have highly trained professionals ready to help in your time of need.
Smoke and Soot
11/14/2022 (Permalink)
What should you expect after you experience a fire in your home? What should you do after you have a fire in your home? These are questioning every homeowner dread thinking about but should be prepared for. Fires in the home can range from minor to severe due to many factors. How it was started, how long it lasted, where is started etc. Many people think that the fire itself is the worst part but that is just the beginning. After the fire is extinguished then comes the evaluations of belongings. You will want to really look over all your person belongings to see what is salvageable and what is a complete loss. Your insurance company will need to know this.
Smoke and soot after a fire can sometimes do the most damage. It will stick to anything and everything and cause quite the smelly mess. Thankfully that is where we come in! We have highly trained professionals who come in, help inventory your salvageable belongings and get to work restoring your most valued possessions. We have an entire space dedicated to restoring items affected by soot. We will work day and night to get your items back to the way they were.
If you have a fie disaster and need help, give us a call today! We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for all of your cleaning and restoration needs. We have highly trained professionals ready to help in your time of need.
Roughly 200 Christmas tree fires a year!
11/14/2022 (Permalink)
With the holidays upon us it is extremely important to take every precaution in order to keep your home safe. U.S. firefighters respond to roughly 200 Christmas tree fires per year, according to the National Fire Research Laboratory at NIST. There are many reasons why a Christmas tree can and will catch on fire. This includes faulty Christmas tree lights, not enough water causing the Christmas tree to die and candles too close to the tree to name a few. There are steps you can take to avoid these situations.
- Purchase a new artificial Christmas tree every 6 years to maintain the fire retardants.
- Don’t ever leave the lights plugged in overnight.
- Avoid using extension cords. Try and plug the lights directly into the wall
- Inspect pre lit Christmas trees every year for exposed or broken cords
- Check water level daily on your fresh trees
Give us a call today! We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for all of your cleaning and restoration needs. We have highly trained professionals ready to help in your time of need.
The importance of a tidy oven
11/14/2022 (Permalink)
SERVPRO is known for their experience in fire, water mold and asbestos disasters, but did you know we also have highly trained and experienced crews to battle commercial cleaning jobs as well? Recently we went to a retirement home where the over had not been cleaned in quite some time. Now this might not seem like something that a large restoration company would do but having a clean and well working oven is extremely important.
There are many hidden dangers that can become real life if an over is neglected. Some of those dangers included are health risks due to food poisoning and possible grease fires from food dripping into the bottom of the oven and not being cleaned up. Less dangerous instances would include foul smells that could linger around your house for days. Cleaning your oven after every clean is extremely important and something everyone should get in the habit of doing.
Give us a call today! We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for all of your cleaning and restoration needs. We have highly trained professionals ready to help in your time of need.
Preparing for winter damage
11/13/2022 (Permalink)
Water damage to your home becomes a much higher possibility when winter weather hits. Rain and snow can do a number on your home if it is not prepared correctly. There are a few ways to get yourself prepared for when jack frost come nipping at your door. Here are few examples on how you can get ready for winter.
Clean your gutters and drains outside your home. Recaulk your windows and doors. Get your roof inspected for any cracks or leaks. Reverse your ceiling fans so the warm air moves down to the floor. Drain the fuel from your gas-powered lawn mowers and other engines. And finally cut back tree branches to avoid falling on your home.
We have highly trained professionals ready to help with all your fire, water mold and asbestos needs. We are ready to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Give us a call today!
Christmas tree danger
11/13/2022 (Permalink)
Every year there is estimated to be over 100 Christmas tree fires in homes in the US. As beautiful and festive as Christmas trees are, they can be a very scary hidden danger. There are a few things you can do to help prevent a disaster this Christmas season. Make sure to look for and pick a fresh-looking tree. Keep the tree hydrated by always watering it. Do not put the tree neat any heat, including heaters, candles, etc. Check the tree lights for any broken bulbs and turn off lights before bed. And finally, if the tree looks like it is dead, dispose of it.
Here are a few Christmas tree fire facts:
- Between 2015-2019 , U.S. fire departments responded to an average 160 home fires that started with Christmas trees per year. These fires caused an average of two deaths, 12 injuries, and $10 million in direct property damage annually.
- Electrical distribution or lighting equipment was involved in almost half of home Christmas tree fires. Nearly one in five Christmas tree fires were stared by decorative lights.
- In nearly one-fifth of the Christmas tree fires, some type of heat source, such as a candle or equipment, was too close to the tree.
- One in five Christmas tree fires were intentional. These fires were more common in January.
- Roughly three-quarters of Christmas tree fires occurred in December or January.
- Almost two of every five home Christmas tree fires started in the living room.
We have highly trained professionals ready to help with all your fire, water mold and asbestos needs. We are ready to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Give us a call today!
Prepare your business
11/13/2022 (Permalink)
When it comes to your business you can never be too careful in the winter months. Being prepared and planning can make a huge difference when a disaster hits. There are many things you should do to prepare your business for the winter months to come. Make sure to communicate with your employees your emergency plan that way they will already know what to do if a disaster hits. If you are preparing to close your business during normal business hours, then make sure to notify your customers about your dates that you will be closed. Salt the sidewalks in front of your storefront or business to make sure your customers remain safe. Possibly consider buying a generator in case of a power outage. And finally, check and re check fire alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.
We have highly trained professionals ready to help with all your fire, water mold and asbestos needs. We are ready to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Give us a call today!
Mold in the window sills
6/3/2022 (Permalink)
Recently we received a call from a homeowner that was concerned about multiple mold sightings in window seals. When our estimator went out to the home he discovered that due to the lack of proper sealing in the window frame itself, it had allowed water to enter through the window causing mold spores to then grow and reproduce.
Windows have two sides – one on the inside and one that faces outside. Should windows be caulked on the outside? Yes, it's best to apply caulk to both the interior and exterior when installing new windows. This will seal any unwanted air leaks.
If you have a fire, water, mold or asbestos disaster, give SERVPRO a call today at (208) 523-5365. We have highly trained professionals ready to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for all of your disaster restoration needs. We are ready to help and make it "Like it never even happened."
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