What to do after appliance water failure

Name: SERVPRO of Forest and Magee
Address: 5141 Highway 84 W, Laurel, MS, 39443
Telephone: (662) 779-1070

5/12/2023 (Permalink)

What would you do if you come home to a flooded house because of an appliance failure. These failures can come from leaky dishwashers, burst ice maker lines, ruptured washing machine hoses, and failure in toilet supply lines. Most water damages in the homes are the result of a failed appliance or broken pipe, rather than water from a rising creek or rain event.

Appliance water damage sounds simple, but the truth is very different. A failure from an appliance can drop several gallons of water on the floor every hour. SERVPRO of Forest and Magee knows that if this happens when a homeowner leaves for the day, by the time you return an entire structure could be affected.

An advantage to dealing with flooding from such a source is that the water is usually clean, unless it has been there for an extended time or traveled through a contaminated source. This usually allows for a faster restoration time because it is less invasive than having to remove affected building materials due to contaminated water.

The first step we take is to stop the flow of water. If the property owner has not stopped the flow of water, we do it immediately upon arriving on the property.

Next, we get to work by extracting the standing water. We use both truck mounted and portable units to accomplish this task. By removing as much water as possible through extraction, it allows our drying equipment to be most effective.

With the standing water removed, we now lower the moisture levels in the surrounding air and building materials. To do so, we use dehumidifiers and air movers to create a balanced drying system. The equipment is placed based on calculations from SERVPROS drying software. This determines the number of air movers and dehumidifiers required to efficiently dry the structure. During the process the drying data is tracked to ensure a properly dried structure.

Drying out your home is no easy process, but the right restoration company can do it quickly and safely. SERVPRO of Forest and Magee has years of experience helping our neighbors put their homes back together after a flood. If you need our help, call today at 662-779-1070

SERVPRO of Forest and Magee 24 Hour Emergency Water Damage Service

5/12/2023 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Forest and Magee is available 24 hours a day for water emergencies, large or small. When you are dealing with water damage, immediate action is crucial. A delay of just a few hours can greatly increase the severity of the water damage.

We Answer the Phone Ready to Help
Call Today - (662) 779-1070

We understand that when you call us, you may be feeling confused, stressed, and vulnerable. You need an expert to guide you through this crisis. SERVPRO of Forest and Magee has the specific water damage training and experience to help you through this tough time. We specialize in water damage restoration—in fact, it's the cornerstone of our business.

What to Expect

When you call, we will ask several questions regarding your water damage emergency. These questions will help us determine what equipment and resources to bring, including how many trained SERVPRO Professionals may be needed.

Our SERVPRO Representative will ask several questions:

Your name and contact information
Your insurance information (if applicable)
The street address of the water-damaged home or business
When did the flooding or water damage occur?
What caused the water damage (if known)?
Is there electricity available (on-site)?

About SERVPRO of Forest and Magee

SERVPRO of Forest/Magee 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. 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.

SERVPRO of Forest and Magee 24 Hour Emergency Water Damage Service

1/31/2023 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Forest and Magee is available 24 hours a day for water emergencies, large or small. When you are dealing with water damage, immediate action is crucial. A delay of just a few hours can greatly increase the severity of the water damage.

We Answer the Phone Ready to Help
Call Today - (662) 779-1070

We understand that when you call us, you may be feeling confused, stressed, and vulnerable. You need an expert to guide you through this crisis. SERVPRO of Forest and Magee has the specific water damage training and experience to help you through this tough time. We specialize in water damage restoration—in fact, it's the cornerstone of our business.

What to Expect

When you call, we will ask several questions regarding your water damage emergency. These questions will help us determine what equipment and resources to bring, including how many trained SERVPRO Professionals may be needed.

Our SERVPRO Representative will ask several questions:

Your name and contact information
Your insurance information (if applicable)
The street address of the water-damaged home or business
When did the flooding or water damage occur?
What caused the water damage (if known)?
Is there electricity available (on-site)?

About SERVPRO of Forest and Magee

SERVPRO of Forest and Magee 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. 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.

What is water restoration?

1/19/2022 (Permalink)

The following is provided by the IICRC.

Companies that perform water damage restoration have to be skilled in a number of areas to stay current in their field. Technicians in the industry have to combat a number of threats, some visible and some invisible, before their job is done. Structural weakening, chemical runoff, electrical hazards, dangerous wildlife, and deadly microbes are all common risks technicians have to contend with. Without the proper education and equipment, a technician risks grave injury and may leave health risks behind for a family to encounter. Fortunately, technicians in the industry have access to the educational resources offered by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification, or IICRC.

After getting certified in water damage restoration and a number of related fields, a professional in the field will be able to identify and neutralize any problems they are likely to face at a job site. In most cases, a technician is called to a home following a flood or plumbing disaster. In either case, the initial threat a technician has to encounter is hazardous standing liquid. Floods and sewage backups are normally host to dangerous chemicals, like oil runoff, bacteria and viruses. Before any repairs can be done on the home, a technician will need to be outfitted with the proper safety wear and begin investigating where the liquid is pooling. Moisture meters can detect the level of moisture in and behind drywall, carpet, and other areas. Using minimally-invasive tools, a technician can quickly find pockets of heavy moisture in areas not readily accessible.

This is important because only thorough drying will ensure that further destruction does not occur. Most companies use a combination of industrial air movers and dehumidifiers to extract moisture from both materials and the air. This process can take some time, but diagnostic tools like moisture meters help technicians monitor the drying process. Once all of the materials inside the home have reached safe levels, mold and other microbial growth can be halted.

The most severe threats a water damage restoration company has to deal with are molds and other pathogens. These contaminants can remain a major hazard for years after they have taken root, and can cause health problems while remaining hidden in vents or behind walls. Trained technicians are capable of neutralizing molds and other pathogens by utilizing special cleaning products and quickly removing compromised materials. Being able to identify mold growth is an important skill for a professional, and stemming the growth of a colony can be the difference between saving a home and having to condemn it. Certified firms are capable of quickly working through a property and disposing of anything that is beyond repair. Anything that is salvageable but soaked is separated, cleaned properly, and promptly dried. If the building’s structural integrity has been affected, these technicians can identify it and alert the homeowner and the insurance representative to its presence.

Without professional help, a homeowner will never know for sure that their home is safe to live in again. This is why the help of a certified technician is so valuable. They don’t just repair homes, they restore normalcy.

Though IICRC does not in fact operate its own school, it does recommend the best water damage restoration technician training courses per industry standards.

Time is of the essence after a major water disaster. Though Journeyman-certified technicians may be the right choice for water damage that does not threaten structural integrity, it is vital to bring an IICRC certified Master professional to the scene of a major disaster as soon as possible. Certified professionals use the skills they’ve learned in the accreditation courses to examine the structure, textiles, and the belongings, and will likely be able to control the damage, so no further damage will occur.

Furthermore, knowing the fastest and best means of drying the structure and textiles is imperative. Familiarity with the most effective processes and safest compounds to stop the spread of molds and microbes is also needed to protect people and animals in the environment. Graduates of the relevant IICRC-approved classes excel in these areas.

The importance of providing customer satisfaction cannot be over-emphasized. Each certified technician must pass a stringent series of exams prior to acceptance, and continual training is required. Complaints are taken seriously and must be handled promptly to ensure continued accreditation as a certified firm.

Water damage restoration technician training is a surefire way to insure the latest and greatest procedures are used to protect a customer’s property. There are various courses of study and ways to learn the information, so IICRC works with both the consumer and the professional to guarantee the best experience.

The reasons you should seek professional help after a flood

1/17/2022 (Permalink)

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Here’s Why You Should Seek Professional Help After A Flood

Water is one of the most long-term destructive substance in homes and business premises. Excess and unwanted moisture or flooding could cause the deterioration of personal property and even the building's structure. Therefore, it is imperative to seek water damage restoration services from qualified professionals before the water in home and water in business causes severe losses.

It is necessary to call a restoration company as soon as there is excess moisture in home and water in business premises or when there is flood damage. Water cleanup services serve the purpose of mitigating the harmful effects of water, especially within the first 48 hours. Whether the water damage looks severe or not, a quick cleanup can produce excellent results.

If not addressed in the quickest time possible, excess water in home or water in business can cause expensive damage to the home structures and furniture. More so, it can promote electrical hazards and also lead to the growth and spread of mold.

Water in business and water in home may be as a result of clogged toilets, overflowing washing machines, pipe break, plumbing leaks, leaky roofs, supply line break among other causes. Fortunately, home and business owners can access a professional restoration company as quick as possible. The mitigation process involves the use of the industry’s best techniques handled by qualified personnel to free home and business premises of flood damage and water damage.

The effects of a flooded home can quickly jump from bad to irreparable. If not catered for in the shortest time possible, a flooded home may result to secondary damages that are accompanied by costly repairs. Water mitigation is a way of water damage restoration which stops water from spreading. If the water spreads, it can cause severe damage to the structures in the premises. A quick mitigation by skilled professionals prevents the spread, reducing the water damage costs.

The water cleanup process is very scientific, and for the professionals to determine if the business or home structures should be restored or replaced, they evaluate the following:
• The degree of contamination
• The amount of property damage, and
• The replacement costs versus the restoration costs

The water in home and businesses if not quickly dealt with could cause massive business interruption and financial burdens. Mold is also a major problem caused by excess moisture. To prevent mold and mildew from developing, it is imperative to get a fast response from the professional water restoration company. These professionals ensure to apply the safest removal methods so that the affected business and home premises are repaired promptly and professionally.

Both pipe breaks and supply line breaks are a major cause of a flooded home. And if the drying is not done as is required, there is a major risk for the property to be prone to flood damage. Professional flood damage restoration firms help homeowners to get the proof of damage as well as a list of the required repairs. If drying is done through the proper methods, a flooded home can be restored to its former state.

Each water and flood damage scenario is different, and each needs a unique solution. Professionals are well aware of how to carry out the necessary process whether the damage is as a result of pipe breaks, plumbing leaks, and supply line break. However, the general process involves the following steps:
• Emergency contact
• Inspection and damage assessment
• Water removal
• Drying and dehumidification
• Cleaning and sanitizing, and
• Restoration

The damage caused by water has many sources, from natural disasters to supply line break, and more often than not pipe break. Despite the source, Restoration Company professionals can carry out the water mitigation and drying process as is expected. Moreover, there are many benefits associated with the water cleanup process.

Water cleanup benefits
1. Rapid restoration
2. Preventing mildew and mold
3. Important details are addressed
4. There is professional input
5. Insurance issues are handled.
CALL- 662-779-1070 for more information on water damage.

Can Carpets be saved after a flood?

10/6/2021 (Permalink)

After a flood, many homeowners and property managers wonder if their carpet and pad can be saved. The answer is, it depends. Factors such as the age and quality of the carpet and pad, as well as the type of installation used, have to be taken into consideration. However, the type of floodwater that caused the damage is most important when determining whether or not carpet and padding can be salvaged.

There are 3 floodwater categories that determine whether the carpet and padding can be restored to their pre-disaster condition:

Category 1 (clean water): non-contaminated water that may come from a broken pipe, sink, etc. After the water has been extracted, carpets and pads can be dried and restored in place.
Category 2 (gray water): dirty water that has been released by sump pumps, washing machines, dishwashers, etc. The carpet can usually be restored if it has been wet for less than 48 hours. The pad is replaced in most cases.
Category 3 (black water): water containing dangerous contaminants that may originate from sewage and toilet backflows as well as from floods caused by natural disasters. To protect your family’s health, carpets and pads should be removed, discarded and replaced.

Since every water damage situation is different, you cannot know for sure if or when your carpet and pad can be salvaged until you have a professional restoration company inspect the situation.

The faster you report the disaster, the lower the costs will be. If you’re dealing with a flooding problem, contact SERVPRO of Laurel today to speak to a Mitigation Specialist at 601-425-0119.

Can Carpets and Flooring be saved?

9/29/2021 (Permalink)

After a flood, many homeowners and property managers wonder if their carpet and pad can be saved. The answer is, it depends. Factors such as the age and quality of the carpet and pad, as well as the type of installation used, have to be taken into consideration. However, the type of floodwater that caused the damage is most important when determining whether or not carpet and padding can be salvaged.

There are 3 floodwater categories that determine whether the carpet and padding can be restored to their pre-disaster condition:

Category 1 (clean water): non-contaminated water that may come from a broken pipe, sink, etc. After the water has been extracted, carpets and pads can be dried and restored in place.
Category 2 (gray water): dirty water that has been released by sump pumps, washing machines, dishwashers, etc. The carpet can usually be restored if it has been wet for less than 48 hours. The pad is replaced in most cases.
Category 3 (black water): water containing dangerous contaminants that may originate from sewage and toilet backflows as well as from floods caused by natural disasters. To protect your family’s health, carpets and pads should be removed, discarded and replaced.

Since every water damage situation is different, you cannot know for sure if or when your carpet and pad can be salvaged until you have a professional restoration company inspect the situation.

The faster you report the disaster, the lower the costs will be. If you’re dealing with a flooding problem, contact SERVPRO of Forest and Magee today to speak to a Mitigation Specialist at 662-779-1070

Should I buy a house with water damage?

9/25/2021 (Permalink)

Should I Buy A House With Water Damage? (H1)

Find out whether it is worthwhile to invest in a home with water damage, and how to make a wise, profitable decision regarding this matter.

When you are in the market to buy a house, there is so much to consider in order to make a long-term profitable decision. So, what happens if you come across a lovely home in a great area, but the interior or exterior shows signs of water damage? Do you take the plunge and make an offer? Or do you continue your search elsewhere? We investigate below:

Yes Or No?

Many people may be surprised to discover that water damage is not always as big a deal as expected. Unless the water damage is extensive, it should not be the only reason as to why you might pass on buying an otherwise perfectly livable house. This is because many companies, like SERVPRO Mendocino County, offer affordable water damage restoration services that will aid in getting your new home looking as good as new in no time.

Home Inspection

Having said that, it is important to investigate just how bad the water damage is, along with the root cause of it. Some water damage may be easily restored, but if the cause of it is a faulty piping system, for example, buying the house would be a risky and expensive decision. It is also important to ask the sellers the following questions before coming to a conclusion:

How long has the water damage been there for?
What, if anything, has been done to rectify the problem?
If they have paid for a water damage restoration service in the past, what was the name of the restoration water damage company that performed it?

Insurance

Before making the decision to invest in a house with existing water damage, it is also essential that you speak to your future home insurance company about it. What are they willing to cover in terms of restoration costs, if anything? From there, it is also worthwhile to call on a water damage restoration company to provide you with an estimate for water damage repair. This will give you a good idea in terms of what to expect should you make an offer to purchase. Also, do not forget to negotiate a new purchase price for the house if you feel it is unfair considering the water damage, and in line with the estimate provided by the water damage restoration company. Many sellers will be more than happy to oblige if it means making a sale!

For more information about water damage repair in Willits, don’t hesitate to contact the experts at SERVPRO at 662-779-1070

SERVPRO of Forest and Magee 24 hour Emergency Water Damage Service.

9/22/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Forest and Magee is available 24 hours a day for water emergencies, large or small. When you are dealing with water damage, immediate action is crucial. A delay of just a few hours can greatly increase the severity of the water damage.

We Answer the Phone Ready to Help
Call Today - (662) 779-1070

We understand that when you call us, you may be feeling confused, stressed, and vulnerable. You need an expert to guide you through this crisis. SERVPRO of Forest and Magee has the specific water damage training and experience to help you through this tough time. We specialize in water damage restoration—in fact, it's the cornerstone of our business.

What to Expect

When you call, we will ask several questions regarding your water damage emergency. These questions will help us determine what equipment and resources to bring, including how many trained SERVPRO Professionals may be needed.

Our SERVPRO Representative will ask several questions:

Your name and contact information
Your insurance information (if applicable)
The street address of the water-damaged home or business
When did the flooding or water damage occur?
What caused the water damage (if known)?
Is there electricity available (on-site)?

About SERVPRO of Forest and Magee

SERVPRO of Forest/Magee 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. 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.

What to do after an appliance water failure.

9/20/2021 (Permalink)

For water damage cleanup call SERVPRO of Forest and Magee! 662-779-1070

What would you do if you come home to a flooded house because of an appliance failure. These failures can come from leaky dishwashers, burst ice maker lines, ruptured washing machine hoses, and failure in toilet supply lines. Most water damages in the homes are the result of a failed appliance or broken pipe, rather than water from a rising creek or rain event.

Appliance water damage sounds simple, but the truth is very different. A failure from an appliance can drop several gallons of water on the floor every hour. SERVPRO of Forest and Magee knows that if this happens when a homeowner leaves for the day, by the time you return an entire structure could be affected.

An advantage to dealing with flooding from such a source is that the water is usually clean, unless it has been there for an extended time or traveled through a contaminated source. This usually allows for a faster restoration time because it is less invasive than having to remove affected building materials due to contaminated water.

The first step we take is to stop the flow of water. If the property owner has not stopped the flow of water, we do it immediately upon arriving on the property.

Next, we get to work by extracting the standing water. We use both truck mounted and portable units to accomplish this task. By removing as much water as possible through extraction, it allows our drying equipment to be most effective.

With the standing water removed, we now lower the moisture levels in the surrounding air and building materials. To do so, we use dehumidifiers and air movers to create a balanced drying system. The equipment is placed based on calculations from SERVPROS drying software. This determines the number of air movers and dehumidifiers required to efficiently dry the structure. During the process the drying data is tracked to ensure a properly dried structure.

Drying out your home is no easy process, but the right restoration company can do it quickly and safely. SERVPRO of Forest and Magee has years of experience helping our neighbors put their homes back together after a flood. If you need our help, call today at 662-779-1070

SERVPRO of Forest and Magee

1/15/2021 (Permalink)

What you want is access to a quality restoration company when recovering from storm damage in your Forest and Magee, MS area business. We have strategically located restoration teams with several years of experience helping businesses just like yours recover from storm damage throughout the area and all of the resources needed to assist you and your neighbors when an emergency situation strikes.

SERVPRO of Forest and Magee has a special DRT division (Disaster Ready Team), who expertly trained teams composed of quality water, fire, mold, storm, and major event technicians, designed to assist you with cutting costs and saving time associated with the restoration of your business after a disaster. All of these teams are lead by an operations manager that assists with seamless communication and timely mitigation involving the recovery of your business. Services that SERVPRO of Forest and Magee provides to every business owner involves the mitigation of the wind, rain, and flood damage that causes substantial damage in a matter of minutes, requiring an immediate response and quick, efficient implementation to prevent excessive loss of revenue and productivity. It does not matter how small or large your property is; SERVPRO of Forest and Magee has the services, equipment, and personnel available to address the emergency affecting your business. We provide you with access to expertly trained storm and water damage restoration specialists, as well as cleaning and building preparation services to manage your restoration project from start to finish. Any storm can cause severe damage to your property when you are ill-prepared. Give us a call to help fortify your property against the wind, flood, storm, and tornado damage that this type of phenomenon generates. We can help protect your business and get things under control when everything is said and done. Contact SERVPRO of Forest and Magee at (662) 779-1070 for the professional restoration and cleaning services your company requires.

Water restoration

9/30/2019 (Permalink)

For water restoration needs call. SERVPRO of Forest and Magee 662-779-1070