Rapid Response to Weather-Related Disasters

8/12/2024 (Permalink)

When extreme weather strikes, our SERVPRO Storm Team is here to provide fast, reliable, and comprehensive support.

When severe weather strikes, the aftermath can be devastating for businesses and homeowners alike. From heavy rain and flooding to powerful winds and hail, the impact of such disasters can disrupt lives, damage property, and create chaos. In these critical moments, our SERVPRO® Storm Team is ready to respond quickly and efficiently, providing the support needed to navigate the challenges of recovery.

When dealing with weather-related disasters, the longer it takes to address the damage, the more extensive and costly it can become. Our SERVPRO Storm Team operates around the clock, ensuring that help is always just a phone call away. Our commitment to 24/7 availability means that we can mobilize our resources at any time, day or night, to respond to emergencies. Whether it's a flash flood, tornado, or snowstorm, our team is equipped to handle any situation, no matter how severe.

Our Storm Team consists of highly trained professionals who are experts in disaster recovery. Equipped with the latest technology and techniques, they assess damage quickly and develop comprehensive restoration plans tailored to the specific needs of each situation. From water extraction and structural drying to debris removal and cleanup, our technicians are prepared to tackle the challenges that arise from storm damage.

One of the advantages of the SERVPRO Storm Team is our vast network of local franchises. This allows us to mobilize resources from multiple locations, ensuring that we can scale our response based on the severity of the disaster. Our teams are familiar with the unique challenges posed by different regions and weather patterns, enabling them to act swiftly and effectively.

Beyond just emergency response, our SERVPRO Storm Team provides a wide array of services to facilitate recovery after a storm. These include:  Water damage restoration, mold remediation, Board-up and Tarping services, as well as demolition and reconstruction. 

At SERVPRO, we are not just about restoring properties; we are also committed to restoring communities. Our Storm Team understands the emotional toll that weather-related disasters can take on individuals and families. By providing prompt and compassionate service, we aim to help our clients feel supported during their time of need.

When extreme weather strikes, our Storm Team is here to provide fast, reliable, and comprehensive support. Our commitment to rapid response and effective restoration helps ensure that communities can bounce back from disasters stronger than ever. Remember, when disaster strikes, you don’t have to face it alone—SERVPRO is just a call away, ready to help you through the recovery process.

When To Use a Flood Cut

8/27/2022 (Permalink)

If the damage to your home is caused by flooding from a recent storm in Pierson, FL, however, the walls are probably going to have to go.

When Should You Use a Flood Cut?

If you experience flooding after a storm, you may hear the flood restoration experts who are tasked with mitigating the damage talking about a flood cut. A flood cut is a mark that is made on the wall that tells technicians how much of the wall has to be removed. Such measures are not always necessary with all water damage, but there are times when taking out walls cannot be avoided.

Saving the Wall

Not all damage to your home is the same. Experts consider some types of water damage relatively minor, such as:

• Damage by clean water
• Small spills
• Superficial damage that doesn’t reach the drywall

If the water doesn’t actually permeate the wall or contaminate it with microbes, there is no reason to tear out the drywall. Technicians can just dry the area to prevent secondary damage from occurring.

Removing the Wall

If the damage to your home is caused by flooding from a recent storm in Pierson, FL, however, the walls are probably going to have to go. Flood water is considered Category 3 water, which means it is likely contaminated with bacteria and other microorganisms. You do not want these germs remaining on your walls. Unfortunately, there is not really a good way to clean the walls. They have to be removed and replaced.

Technicians start by making a flood cut about 12 inches above the highest visible damage. This distance may seem excessive, but it ensures that all the contamination is removed, even if the damage isn’t obvious. Once the wall is down, the technicians can check to see if anything inside the wall was affected, such as the insulation. After the area is dry and clean, the wall can be rebuilt.

Flooding from a storm can destroy your walls by saturating them with contaminated water. Such damage can only be dealt with by tearing it out and throwing it away. A flood cut helps ensure that all the damaged materials are removed.