Storms occur with little warning and can be especially devastating, so you’ll need the company that you can trust to rise to the occasion. Regardless of the type of storm, SERVPRO Franchise Professionals can handle any size disaster.
Most homeowners’ and renters’ insurance does not cover flood damage. Learn more about flood insurance at FloodSmart.gov #PrepareNow #FloodSmart
It’s important to include kids in the disaster planning process. Review your family emergency plan together so that they know what to do even if you are not there: ready.gov/kids #YouthPrep #PrepareNow #NatlPrep
30 Days: The number of days it takes for most flood insurance policies to go into effect. Don’t wait until it’s too late! For more information visit: FloodSmart.gov #PrepareNow #BeReady
Avoid disaster. New rugs are often treated with a chemical wash to brighten colors. If a chemical wash was too strong, it could loosen the dye and wash out. Pre-test a small area to avoid a big problem.
Immediate mitigation can lessen damage to carpets. Leaving water too long can lead to delamination, stains, warping, and mold.
Wear proper personal protective gear, such as gloves, before touching any burned items in your home.
Any mold in your home or business should be treated with caution. SERVPRO Professionals are certified and skilled in mold remediation. #molddamage
All homes have the key ingredients needed for mold growth: the presence of mold spores, a surface for it to grow on, oxygen, warmth, and darkness.
If you experience a major water loss or flooding, never turn on electrical appliances that have been exposed to water. Repairs to electrical wiring must be performed by a pro.
After a fire, SERVPRO packs all the damaged content into boxes, cleans them at our facility, and returns them once the home is restored. This is called pack-out.
Candles cause an estimated 15,600 house fires per year. Treat all open flames carefully.
Did you know? Hot smoke migrates to cooler areas and upper levels of a structure.
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Keep computer files backed up on an external hard drive or cloud in case of fire damage.
You may see or smell mold on clothing, drywall, furniture, cardboard boxes, or books, but it may also be hidden under or behind items like carpet, cushions, or walls.
Did you know? Using a dehumidifier in your crawlspace can reduce the amount of moisture in the air. Mold does not grow well in dry areas.
SERVPRO uses three types of water extractors: Truck Mount Extractor, Portable Extractor, Weighted Extraction Tool. Each will rid your home or business of water quickly after a disaster.
