Extreme weather such as storms - can cause damage to your home or business

6/1/2023 (Permalink)

Storms can cause a lot of damage to your home or business. Water can come thru walls, ceilings and even doorways.

Whenever a storm passes through, take time to check your home or business for signs of damage.  After any kind of stormy weather, do a walk-through inside your structure.

1. Ceilings

If your roof is leaking, you’re very likely to see the evidence on your ceilings. You might see wet spots, dripping or discoloration.

2. Walls

Walls can also show signs of moisture damage.  There could be water stains or streaks of water.  Flaking or cracked drywall or even spots of mold or mildew.

3. Floors

Floors can also show signs of leaks with wet spots or puddles.  The floors may even become uneven or sloping.

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Flood damage to your Cleveland OH business left unaddressed can lead to more damage

4/28/2023 (Permalink)

SERVPRO can make sure your building materials are dried thoroughly, cleaned and disinfected to prevent secondary damage.

Water from Floods can cause extensive damage to your building. They not only have the ability to saturate and destroy the building and its contents, but can also threaten it with secondary damages such as mold damage. Once the water is gone, you may assume that moping and drying on its own is good enough but depending on the extent of the damage, your business may need more than that.   Quickly addressing water damage greatly reduces secondary damage from occurring.

Water damage left unaddressed may cause mold damage which can occur within 48 to 72 hours after water infiltration. Drywall and flooring are particularly susceptible to water damage due to their porous materials.

A professional restoration company can make sure that all building materials are properly dried thoroughly, cleaned and disinfected efficiently to minimize any secondary damage.  They may also need to be removed due to the extent of the damage.

SERVPRO of Medina County, Gateway and Western Lake County is able to accurately assess the damage and perform the proper mitigation to complete the drying process to your building.

Call SERVPRO of Medina County, Gateway and Western Lake County at 1-800-933-7179 to address your flood damage.

How to prevent a dryer fire

4/28/2023 (Permalink)

Taking proper precautions and maintenance to your dryer may prevent a fire in the future.

You can do your part as a homeowner to prevent a dryer fire taking place in your home through proper installation, cleaning, and maintenance. Even if your dryer seems to be running fine right now, it’s better to be safe than sorry.

Take these steps to prevent a dryer fire:

Read the manufacturers’ instructions and warnings upon installation and be sure that your dryer is installed by a knowledgeable professional and that the correct electrical plug and outlet are used

Clean the dryer lint filter before and after each load of laundry

Clean the filter with a nylon brush at least once every six (6) months or more often if it becomes clogged

Completely clean lint out of the vent pipe every three (3) months

Check occasionally through the venting system behind the dryer to ensure it isn’t damaged

Put a cover on outside wall dampers to keep out the elements

Ensure the outdoor vent cover opens when the dryer is on

Check your lint traps inside the dryer

Consider having a professional clean all your dryer venting just to be sure you and your family are safe

Call SERVPRO of Western Lake County if you experience a dryer fire in your home.  800-933-7179

SERVPRO of Medina County, Gateway, Western Lake County is an IICRC certified firm

4/28/2023 (Permalink)

Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration and we are an IICRC Certified Firm.

The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) creates the standards for the restoration industry and provides training and certification to restoration companies. IICRC Certified Firms have the right to display the IICRC Certified Logo.

 IICRC Certified Firms must

• Present accurate information to consumers and conduct business with honesty and integrity.

• Require a technician on all jobs who has been formally trained and passed all required tests.

• Require a continuing education program to keep technicians up-to-date on the latest changes in the industry.

• Maintain liability insurance to protect all parties in the event of an accident.

• Maintain a written complaint policy and agree to Better Business Bureau or similar arbitration to resolve disputes, and accept the conclusions and recommendations of arbitration.

The IICRC Develops The Standards For The Restoration Industry

 The IICRC has been the driving force in establishing the main industry standards and reference guides for professional carpet cleaning, water damage restoration and mold remediation. These IICRC standards take years to develop and require the coordination of experts in the field: manufacturers, industry organizations, insurance professionals, training schools, contractors, and public health professionals.

 Every five years, the standards are reviewed and updated. The water damage restoration field changes rapidly with advancements in technology and science, and therefore the standards must evolve to keep pace.

 About SERVPRO of Medina County, Gateway, Western Lake County

 SERVPRO of Medina County, Gateway, Western Lake County specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or water damage event. Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration and we are an IICRC Certified Firm. We believe in continuous training: from initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO’s corporate training facility to regular IICRC-industry certification, rest assured our staff is equipped with the knowledge to restore your property.

A sudden storm can lead to flash flooding in Medina Ohio!

4/28/2023 (Permalink)

Large amounts of rain can lead to flooding conditions that can affect your home and basements. Flash flooding is always a concern.

Recent weather has produced many storms in the area. Flash floods occur when there is excessive rainfall as in a pop up storm or a sudden release of water.  

Heavy thunderstorms rolling over the same area for an extended amount of time can cause flooding. The ground cover can play an important role as parking lots and roads cannot absorb the rainfall.  Streets can become rivers of moving water.  Never try to drive or walk thru swift moving water.  Basements and homes can fill with water sometimes without much warning as sudden flooding is occurring.

Rivers can flood when spring rains melt snow and they fill quickly.  Ice jambs or debris blockage can also occur and stop the flow of water.  The backed up water can cause flooding upstream.  Once the jamb releases, it can cause sudden flooding downstream as well.  The river flooding can also fill homes and basements with water causing much damage.

SERVPRO of Medina County/Gateway/Western Lake County can address your flooded home or basement in Cleveland Ohio.  Call us at 1-800-933-7179 today.

Flood damage to your Willoughby OH home left unaddressed can lead to more damage

4/28/2023 (Permalink)

Water can cause extensive damage to your home and can also threaten secondary damage if not properly addressed.

Water from Floods can cause extensive damage to your home. They not only have the ability to saturate and destroy your home and its contents, but can also threaten it with secondary damages such as mold damage. Once the water is gone, you may assume that moping and drying on its own is good enough but depending on the extent of the damage, your home may need more than that.   Quickly addressing water damage greatly reduces secondary damage from occurring.

Water damage left unaddressed may cause mold damage which can occur within 48 to 72 hours after water infiltration. Drywall and flooring are particularly susceptible to water damage due to their porous materials.

A professional restoration company can make sure that all building materials in your home are properly dried thoroughly, cleaned and disinfected efficiently to minimize any secondary damage.  They may also need to be removed due to the extent of the damage.

SERVPRO of Medina County, Gateway and Western Lake County is able to accurately assess the damage and perform the proper mitigation to complete the drying process to your home.

Call SERVPRO of Medina County, Gateway and Western Lake County at 1-800-933-7179 to address your flood damage.

Does Your Commercial Business Have A Mold Problem?

12/16/2022 (Permalink)

Microscopic mold spores naturally occur almost everywhere, both outdoors and indoors. This makes it impossible to remove all mold from a home or business. Therefore, mold remediation reduces the mold spore count back to its natural or baseline level. Some restoration businesses advertise “mold removal” and even guarantee to remove all mold, which is a fallacy. Consider the following mold facts:

• Mold is present almost everywhere, indoors and outdoors.

• Mold spores are microscopic and float along in the air and may enter your home through windows, doors, or AC/heating systems or even hitch a ride indoors on your clothing or a pet.

• Mold spores thrive on moisture. Mold spores can quickly grow into colonies when exposed to water. These colonies may produce allergens and irritants.

• Before mold remediation can begin, any sources of water or moisture must be addressed. Otherwise, the mold may return.

• Mold often produces a strong, musty odor and can lead you to possible mold problem areas. Even higher-than-normal indoor humidity can support mold growth. Keep indoor humidity below 45 percent.

If your home or business has a mold problem, we can inspect and assess your property and use our specialized training, equipment, and expertise to remediate your mold infestation.

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – 800-933-7179

Mold found in your Wadsworth, OH home?

8/31/2022 (Permalink)

Mold is a common and necessary part of our world. This type of fungus is useful in decomposing organic material, and is part of nature’s garbage disposal system.

It is when mold begins growing in places where we do not want it (such as in our homes) that it becomes a serious issue that can negatively impact our health and the safety of our house. That is why it is important to regularly check and evaluate the mold risk in our homes.

Visually spotting mold is the most obvious way to determine if you have mold in your home. If mold is growing on walls, ceilings, in cabinets, etc.  you most likely have something going on that is encouraging the mold growth, such as a leak, or a humidity issue. The item that is causing the mold is important to fix, even before you begin to think about how to get rid of the mold, because if you don’t fix the source, the mold will inevitably return.

Here at SERVPRO of Medina County we have Certified Trained Technicians that can perform mold remediation services adequately while protecting the health and safety of our workers and your family.

Call us at 800-933-7179

COMMERCIAL BUILDING FIRES CAN BE PREVENTED

8/23/2022 (Permalink)

Commercial building fires put all types of businesses at risk.  Commercial buildings should have smoke and fire alarms throughout the building. Fire alarms are not only necessary to extinguish a fire, but they also help to save lives.

Cooking fires remain at the top of the list as a cause of non-residential fires. The fires sometimes started because of human error while cooking and sometimes by an appliance malfunctioning. A strong effort should be taken to make sure that a kitchen area is adequately protected. Sprinklers, alarms and easily accessible fire extinguishers are an absolute must.

Arson, or an intentional fire, is the next common cause of a non-residential fire.  An arsonist may start a fire anywhere, but bathrooms, trash cans, dumpsters and garages are likely spots. This is why you should have fire detection and prevention systems in unlikely places, such as behind the building.

Human error or unintentional fires are near the top of the list.  There are many reasons why a fire might occur accidentally; therefore employee fire safety training is extremely important. 

HVAC and Electrical systems should be inspected for any problems or potential malfunctions that may cause a fire.    Having a smoke alarm in the areas should be an important part of a fire safety and prevention system.

If you or your business experienced a fire in a commercial building, call SERVPRO of Medina/Gateway/Western Lake County for your fire clean up services.  Call us at 800-933-7179.

Heavy Rainfall from a storm can damage your Cleveland, OH home

8/9/2022 (Permalink)

The effect of heavy rainfall and the possible damage to your home may depend on the construction materials, the location of the house and its general state of repair.

During a heavy rainfall, you may realize that there are weak spots in your roof.  The water can leak into the attic, ruining insulation or the wood may become warped or deteriorated. A leaking roof may even cause mold contamination and growth.

Basement flooding can be a consequence of heavy rainfall.  The heavy rainfall can saturate the soil and the pressure can push water through the cracks in the basement wall or up through the floor.  Damage to the structure as well as your personal possessions in the basement would be likely.  Mold growth and possible damage to the electric panel may occur.

If gutters are clogged or not working properly, they can overflow causing damage to the siding.  This may also promote mold inside the walls.

If you experience storm damage or heavy rainfall to your home, call SERVPRO  of Medina County/Gateway/Western Lake County for your water mitigation services today!  1-800-933-7179.