Showing posts with label servpro. Show all posts
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Monday, July 7, 2014

Home Emergency Tips

Here at SERVPRO we clean and restore fire and water damage, but our desire is that you never need to call us.

Harmful Waste (Sewage, Bloodborne Pathogens, Etc.)

Here are some home emergency tips:

Do:
-Stay out of affected areas
-Call emergency service personnel if the situation is life threatening.
-Treat all bodily fluids as if they are contaminated
-Turn off the HVAC system if there is sewage damage.

Don’t:
-Attempt cleanup of any kind
-Touch or handle items that might be contaminated with bodily fluids.
-Eat, drink, smoke, apply cosmetics or handle contact lenses in affected areas.


*If exposed to harmful waste, OSHA recommends a post- exposure medical evaluation. Consult your local health department or physician.

Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Let's Talk Lightning

Photo Credit: http://cosmicconvergence.org/?p=1109
Some people think lightning never strikes the same place twice. However, lightning often strikes the same place twice. Reportedly, the Empire State building is struck nearly 25 times a year. It is also believed that lightning only poses a threat when it’s cloudy or raining. The truth is lighting often strike more than three miles outside of a storm and has been known to travel as far as 10-15 miles before striking the ground. Many people are confused by the term “heat lightning” and think it occurs as the result of a very hot summer day. The term “heat lightning” is used to describe lightning from a thunderstorm too far away to be heard. 

For more information, visit http://www.servprolexingtonsc.com/

Tuesday, June 24, 2014

Educating Kids About Fire

Photo Credit: http://servprograndjunction.blogspot.com/
Have you educated your kids about fire safety? Do you know how to talk about fire safety with your kids? Here are a few tips.

-Keep matches and lighters in a secured drawer or cabinet.
-Have your children tell you when they find matches and lighters.
-Develop a home fire escape plan. Practice it with your children and designate a meeting place outside.
-Supervise young children closely. Do not leave them alone even for short periods of time.
-Take the mystery out of fire by teaching children that fire is a tool, not a toy.
-Teach children the nature of fire. It is FAST, HOT, DARK and DEADLY!
-Demonstrate how to stop, drop to the ground and roll if their clothes catch fire.
-Show children how to crawl low on the floor, below the smoke, to get out of the house and stay out in the case of fire.
-Teach children not to hide from firefighters, but to get out quickly and call for help.

Tuesday, June 18, 2013

From Wildfires to Hurricanes: Here's Why You Want SERVPRO


In the midst of of the drought-related wildfires that are devastating the West and the hurricane-induced water and wind damage hitting the East Coast, people everywhere are having to make tough decisions about where to go from here. Particularly in large-scale disasters, being taken advantage of is a threat that faces many homeowners. On the other hand, taking on fire and water damage cleanup yourself can be overwhelming and not entirely possible without the right equipment. So take it from a neighbor you can trust: here are 7 reasons to choose SERVPRO.
Timely mitigation is key to controlling damage, downtime and recovery costs. The  training of your local SERVPRO Franchise Professional will help limit damage and get your facility back in operation quickly. You can count on our nationwide coverage, full line of restoration services, and the 1-4-8 service guidelines.
They key to a good relationship is good communication. With SERVPRO, you'll know what is happening every step of the way. From the first telephone call within the first hour following damage notification, until the job is complete, we are dedicated to effectively communicating with you. You will be aware of the job status and the progress toward project completion.
Jobs are documented with itemized estimates, digital photographs, signed work authorization forms and regular progress reports. SERVPRO Franchise Professionals, utilizing technology developed for documenting insurance claims, electronically collect and store project information which is accessible to you via a secure e-mail link 24 hours a day. Upon project completion, a signed customer satisfaction form is the final piece of information entered into the file.
When fire, water or mold damage strikes a commercial facility, it has a negative impact on everyone -- the owner, the management team, employees, tenants and even customers. Even small fire or water damages must be addressed quickly in order to limit secondary damage. We understand the urgency in responding to your facility or home following a disaster. By arriving quickly, mitigating damage to the structure and contents, and providing effective cleanup and restoration services, we will get you back in business as soon as possible.
We help you save money: Emergency mitigation services help minimize secondary damages; proper restoration versus replacement of contents is less expensive; faster recovery lessens loss; pre-approved pricing and procedures; and comprehensive cleanup and restoration services help prevent future problems and potential liability risks.
Commercial properties probably have an emergency exit plan in place with illuminated signs leading occupants to safety and even facility maps strategically placed to identify alternate routes out of the building. But have you developed a thorough Contingency Plan? Is the emphasis on the first 24-48 hours, to help you get back in your building as quickly as possible?
Your local SERVPRO Franchise Professional can provide you assistance in developing an Emergency Response Profile. As part of a well-thought-out Contingency Plan, your Emergency Response Profile will contain information you need in the event an emergency situation occurs.
An added advantage to utilizing SERVPRO in the development of your Emergency Response Profile is the opportunity to coordinate a preferred provider relationship including pre-arranged pricing and procedures for handling emergency response for your facility before damage occurs.
We have the solution to your cleanup needs. Utilizing the right equipment and supplies, SERVPRO can handle all of your cleanup needs. In addition to our superior fire, water and mold restoration services, we provide cleanup services for those special needs that surpass the capabilities of your regular maintenance staff: Fire, Smoke and Soot Cleanup and Restoration; Water Removal and Dehumidification; Crime Scene, Biohazard and Vandalism Cleanup; Mold Mitigation and Remediation; Contents Claim Inventory Service; Air Duct and HVAC Cleaning; Carpet and Hard Floor Cleaning and Care; Stain Removal, Stain Resistance Applications; Odor Identification and Deodorization; and Upholstery and Drapes: Wet or Dry Cleaning Methods.
In the event of a major catastrophe, SERVPRO has a nationwide Large Loss Response Team comprised of trained and equipped professionals capable of responding to your facility. While most systems have a waiting list, you get priority service with SERVPRO. Call us today to find out how.
Each of SERVPRO's over 1,400 nationwide Franchises is independently owned and operated by trained professionals committed to providing the highest level of emergency cleanup and restoration services and customer satisfaction. What this means to you, the commercial property owner or manager, is that should fire, water or mold damage occur in one of your local facilities or a facility across the country, a SERVPRO Franchise Professional will provide quality professional service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.


Monday, June 17, 2013

The Facts on Wildfires and What You Can Do


From coast to coast, wildfires across the country have been making national news. Thousands of acres, homes and businesses have suffered and even faced destruction in lights of these flames.
Southern California isn’t the only area of the country that faces this threat. In 2008, 29 states had more than 10,000 acres scorched by wildfires, as a total of 5.2 million acres burned across the country. In fact, South Carolina ranked number 8 in the nation for number of wildfires in 2008. Though thousands of wildfires are started every year by natural causes—lightning strikes for example—many more are man-made disasters. Returning to the 2008 statistics, 8.856 fires were attributed to lightning strikes, while humans caused 70,093 fires.* Man-made wildfires can be more dangerous than natural fires, because they tend to occur in more populated areas.
Through we may never be able to eliminate wildfires, there are steps we can take to help lessen the danger of damage to our homes and businesses. As a National Preparedness Coalition member, your local SERVPRO Franchise Professional encourages you to follow these safety tips, courtesy of FEMA.
  • Always build fires away from nearby trees or shrubs.
  • Create a 30-foot safety zone around the house or business, clearing all flammable and combustible objects.
  • Remove debris from under decks and inside gutters.
  • Prune branches and shrubs within 15 feet of chimneys and stove pipes.
  • Replace highly flammable vegetation such as pine, eucalyptus, junipers and fir trees with lower growing, less flammable species. Check with your local garden store or fire department for suggestions.
  • Use fire-resistant siding.
*Statistics provided by the National Interagency Fire Center.

Thursday, June 6, 2013

Small Fires


Even a small fires can cause an odor. Any firs in your home is bad But when you try to clean it up yourself, it can be a disaster. Especially considering that smoke and soot from even a small fire can cause odors that may resurface for years. So, before you risk doing more by attempting to clean it up yourself, call your local fire, smoke and soot cleanup and restoration experts at SERVPRO.
Servpro does not just cover up lingering odors, we seek out the source of odors and remove them.
Call us 803-755-9774
-Denea Duran

Wednesday, June 5, 2013

Skin Type Factors



It makes no difference whether you're Irish, African-American, Hispanic, Asian, Native American—or whatever! People of all races can burn—no matter who you are or where you live!

Although everyone is at risk from too much UV exposure, some people with certain skin types may have a higher risk factor.This doesn't mean that if you have a darker skin tone you shouldn't practice proper sun safety though, as skin cancer affects everyone. In fact recent statistics have shown that while those individuals with lighter skin tone have a higher incidence of skin cancer, those with a darker skin tone have a significantly lower survival rate once diagnosed. So everyone should take proper precautions, regardless of skin type!

The chart below represents a range of skin types and the frequency of burning or tanning. Remember though that skin cancer can occur in any of these skin types, so even if you have darker skin you should always practice sun safety.



Skin Type
History of Sunburning or Tanning
I
Always burns easily, never tans
II
Burns easily, tans minimally
III
Burns moderately, tans gradually to light brown
IV
Burns minimally, always tans well to moderately brown
V
Rarely burns, tans profusely to dark brown
VI
Never burns, deeply pigmented


Content Credit: http://www.sunsafetyalliance.org







-Denea Duran

Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Tragedy at the Boston Marathon






Our thoughts go out to all of the victims and families of yesterday's tragic incident at the Boston Marathon. 

We also want to thank all of the emergency responders, volunteers and heroes who rushed to help in any way they could.





Tuesday, January 22, 2013

What we can do for YOU








So you know that SERVPRO does “fire and water cleanup and restoration,” but do you know what that entails? Don’t miss out on all that we can do for you.
Restoration:
-Fire, Smoke and Soot
-Water Removal and Dehumidication
-Mold Mitigation and Remediation
-Catastrophic Storm Response
-Move out sand Contents Restoration     
-Electronics and Equipment
-Document Drying
-Contents Claim Inventory Service

Cleaning:
-Air Ducts and HVAC
-Biohazzard, Crime Scene and Vandalism
-Carpet, Upholstery, Drapes and Blinds
-Ceilings, Walls and Hard Floors
-Odor Identification
-Deodorization

We’re here to serve you and make it like it never even happened.
Give us a call: (803)755-9774
For more information: http://www.servprolexingtonsc.com/



-Denea Duran 


Monday, January 14, 2013

Real Quotes from Real People




Real Quotes from Real People

"I stopped in a local gas station in Manahawkin, NJ, and had the honor of meeting four of your guys from South Carolina. I knew by the southern accent they were not from here, and I could tell by their dirty boots those boys had been working all day.

I had to take a minute to ask them where they were from and if they were here to help. They smiled very politely and said "yes ma'am, been here since last Thursday". All I could do was look at them and tell them from the bottom of my heart, I thank them for being here, told them New Jersey loves them and made them promise when the Jersey shore is all better someday they must come back for a day in the sand and sun.I didnt get their names, but I will never forget how special they were for coming and helping people and our state of New Jersey!

To those four southern boys in the green SERVPRO trucks, this Jersey girl thanks you. To your company, thank you for the caring and compassion of helping the people in our area. People helping people- it's what it is all about and your company has truly shown that."

-Tiffany, New Jersey





Friday, December 21, 2012

Before we say Happy Holidays .........

Before we are off to say Happy Holidays, remember we are still collecting for the the canned food and coat drive. If you have out grown your coats please donate them. Tis the season for giving~ 

MERRY CHRISTMAS! HAVE A FUN & SAFE HOLIDAY~







-Denea Duran 



Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Hurricane Sandy!

Just last year we were helping clean up the destruction that Hurricane Irene left! Now today our crew is in New Jersey cleaning up the mess that Hurricane Sandy has left. Please keep all emergency workers and crews in your prayers!






If you want to help those affected by Hurricane Sandy here are a few organizations to help donate to! 


The Salvation Army has dozens of mobile feeding units and shelters along the East Coast that are working to serve thousands in the most heavily hit areas. Visitwww.salvationarmyusa.org to donate.
Feeding America has thousands of pounds of emergency food, water and supplies in the disaster zone that it is working to distribute to the storm's victims. To donate, visit www.feedingamerica.org or call            800-910-5524      .
AmeriCares is providing medicine and other supplies to people affected by Hurricane Sandy. To donate, visitwww.americares.org.
World Vision is distributing flood clean-up kits, personal hygiene items and emergency food kits to people hit by the hurricane. To donate, visit www.worldvision.org.
Save the Children is also working to provide relief to families and their children. Visit www.savethechildren.orgto donate.
Samaritan's Purse is asking for volunteers to help storm victims. To volunteer, visit their website.
One way to help is by donating to the Red Cross. All donations will provide shelter, food, emotional support and other assistance to those affected by the storm. To donate, visit www.redcross.org, call 800-Red-Cross or text the word "Redcross" to 90999 to make a $10 donation.
Nearly 100 Red Cross blood drives were canceled because of Sandy, so blood supplies are low in the areas affected the most. The Red Cross asks that those who can donate to schedule an appointment to give blood. The New York Blood Center is urging people to donate blood for those in the New York/New Jersey area. To donate, call             800-933-2566       or visitwww.nybloodcenter.org.
-Denea Duran




Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Ready Plan Mobile App

Ready Plan Mobile App

Be Ready on the Go

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The SERVPRO Ready Plan is a tool for property managers and owners, both residential and commercial. It allows for the creation of an Emergency READY Profile containing critical facility information to help speed up response time after fire or water damage.
Learn more about the SERVPRO Ready Plan Mobile App
 
 
 
 

SERVPRO ERP - Emergency Ready Profile

No one plans on a disaster,

but you can plan to be

"Ready for whatever happens."

50% of businesses that may never reopen after suffering a disaster.
As many as 50% of businesses close down following a disaster, according to the latest research. Of the businesses that survive, the overwhelming majority of them had a preparedness plan in place. Pre-planning can serve as an insurance policy aimed at peace of mind. And knowing you are "Ready for whatever happens" speaks trust to your clients and employees that in the event your business is affected by a disaster, they don’t necessarily have to be.
By developing a SERVPRO Emergency READY Profile for your business, you minimize business interruption by having an immediate plan of action. Knowing what to do and what to expect in advance is the key to timely mitigation and can help minimize how water and fire damage can affect your business.
The SERVPRO Emergency READY Profile Advantage

To get started with a SERVPRO Emergency READY Profile, please call 1-800-SERVPRO.

  • A no cost assessment of your facility.This means there is no need to allocate funds, giving you a great value at no cost.
  • A concise Profile Document that contains only the critical information needed in the event of an emergency.It will only take a little time to complete and will not take you away from current projects. But it will save a lot of time if ever needed.
  • A guide to help you get back into your building following a disaster.This can help minimize the amount of time your business is inactive by having an immediate plan of action.
  • Establishes your local SERVPRO Franchise Professional as your disaster mitigation and restoration provider.You have a provider that is recognized as an industry leader and close by.
  • Identification of the line of command for authorizing work to begin.This saves time so we can begin the work of mitigating the damage which can save you time and money.
  • Provides facility details such as shut-off valve locations, priority areas and priority contact information.Having a quick reference of what to do, how to do it and who to call provides solutions in advance of an emergency so that during the emergency you are "Ready for whatever happens."