SERVPRO Has What it Takes for Water Removal from a Warehouse in Sacramento

11/14/2023 (Permalink)

When water damage is on a large scale, you need to call SERVPRO. We have the equipment, technicians and experience to handle the job.

Although finding a company capable of handling water removal from a warehouse in Sacramento may seem difficult, we at SERVPRO remain confident that we can handle even the largest of water removal and restoration projects in the area. Through superior logistics, networks of allied companies that act as a safety net should something go wrong, and industry-leading standards in equipment technology and availability, we handle water removal from large buildings without trouble. If you still have doubts, here are a few of the techniques we use to dry the place out quickly and thoroughly.

High-Volume Water Extraction
When a water removal project from a Sacramento warehouse calls for extraction of standing water, many companies balk at the prospect of handling such a large volume of liquid. Even worse, some may begin the extraction process under-equipped and poorly prepared, and may not remove water from the premises in time to prevent some of the worst damage from happening. We use truck-mounted extraction pumps to remove standing water as quickly as necessary, bringing in additional trucks as needed to make sure the building gets drained before damage can get any worse.

Fast Drying
Once standing water has been cleared, we can begin the process of drying the area out and eliminating moisture that has already soaked into materials in the building and stored objects. By creating targeted air currents throughout the building, we can pick up water droplets on a large scale before depositing them in buckets via our fast-acting chemical and thermal dehumidifying technology.

Care for Contents
Depending on what you have stored in the warehouse, we may have to use special preventative and restorative measures to protect the building's contents. If they present a safety hazard when mixed with water, be sure to let us know so that our technicians can don adequate personal protective equipment.

SERVPRO of North Sacramento provides industry-leading care for our commercial customers in the aftermath of a disaster and has the resources required to handle even the largest projects. Contact us at (916) 587-3438.

Commercial After Hours Water Loss

10/9/2023 (Permalink)

Water damage is not a pleasant event for any commercial or residential property owner in
Sacramento. When a water supply line breaks in a commercial space, it can cause significant flood damage. If the loss occurs after hours, the quantity of water flowing into a facility can be significant and incredibly destructive. As soon as the staff first notices the flooding, the best thing to do in this situation is to take fast action from water removal professionals. It is crucial to limit the damage done as soon as possible.

Drying After Accidental Plumbing Break in Sacramento Store

10/19/2022 (Permalink)

Our IICRC certified SERVPRO team takes your water damage situation seriously and brings the appropriate equipment to get the job done right!

Renovations and improvements to your Sacramento store can help to bolster its aesthetic appeal to your customer and generate additional revenue with innovative displays and advertisements in the shop. The downside is the added workload to continually think of new looks and functions for areas of the business, and the risks of causing more substantial problems for your business by accident. Anchoring displays and massive signage in the shop can improve visibility for the patrons, but it also requires substantial anchoring into the construction materials of the store. 

The more frequently holes get drilled into the walls of your store, the likelihood increases for puncturing water lines – requiring fast water removal for your Sacramento building. Most plumbing is neatly tucked away behind materials like drywall and kept in the cavities formed between rooms with a shared common wall. Our SERVPRO professionals can help with an immediate response amid a water loss incident, helping to reduce the need for comprehensive restoration and recovery efforts. 

From the time that a line gets punctured beyond the drywall into the cavity, the property owner must move quickly to get the supply to this breach stopped. Depending on the severity of this water damage to the plumbing, high volumes of water are possible within these wall cavities, and it does not take long to begin to saturate materials like drywall to become a substantial threat to trafficked areas of your business. 

With holes drilled into walls of your main floor of the store, your entire stock and inventory become at risk for spreading water damage and moisture concerns. Soft materials like clothing and other fabrics can quickly absorb standing water pooling on the floor, and even elevated relative humidity levels can increase the threat of secondary effects like mold growth for our SERVPRO team to battle. 

Water loss incidents that begin with a breach of your plumbing supply lines can quickly get out of control without experience and leading equipment. Let our SERVPRO of North Sacramento and Woodland team show you how to make it “Like it never even happened.” Give us a call today at (916) 587-3438.

Fire Damage Restoration Professionals in Sacramento Describe How Smoke Issues Are Treated

9/9/2022 (Permalink)

The SERVPRO Green Vehicle-We're Faster To Any Size Disaster for Fire Damage Cleanup in Sacramento

If a fire breaks out in another building other than yours inside your Sacramento office complex, your unit could still get negatively affected. Problems that happen in units above, below, or next to yours can cause commercial fire damage inside your place of business. Smoke from fires in other parts of your building can get to your office by going through walls or entering through heating and ventilation systems. Any time smoke enters a structure, foul odors and soot residues can cause problems with materials and contents. During many commercial fire damage scenarios, soot cleaning and removal is a part of what our SERVPRO professionals can do to help save the structural components and contents inside your office.
 
As soon as you notice smoke entering your office unit from one adjacent to it, you should call in a professional restoration company such as SERVPRO. The first step we take when arriving at any fire damage situation in Sacramento is to figure out which of your building materials and contents we can clean and which items we have to remove and replace. We accomplish this with a test cleaning kit. Included in this kit is a large variety of chemicals that are designed to clean off different types of soot residues from the various surfaces inside your structure. We also utilize different techniques so we know whether we can clean a surface or not and what combination of chemicals and methods to use.
 
Once we figure out the best techniques to use on each of your affected surfaces and give you an initial estimate, we begin treating any damage that we found during the original inspection. After all of your building materials and contents get cleaned we work towards deodorizing your office. To remove burnt smells, we can implement fogging machines that disperse chemicals into the air to mimic smoke or a hydroxyl generator that chemically neutralizes foul aromas.
 
If you ever see or smell smoke in your office, call SERVPRO of North Sacramento at (916) 587-3438, 24 hours a day.

Efficient Fire Odor Elimination for Your Sacramento Business

9/2/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO can easily get rid of smoke residue and odor in your business.

Smells are the fastest way to remind someone of an event or a place. As long as the aromas are pleasant, the memories are welcome. The acrid smell of a fire in your Sacramento business is not a remembrance to treasure. Even if our restoration technicians do their best to clean up fire residues, a smoky odor brings back the terror and the frustration of the fire that nearly closed your doors for good.

Restoration of a business in Sacramento is incomplete if fire odors linger. Employees might be triggered with flashbacks about the blaze and clients can lose confidence in your management abilities if the disaster appears partially unresolved. Inventory, documents, and other items stored on-site can carry the smell far from your headquarters, troubling to loyal customers as well as potential leads.

SERVPRO’s deodorization specialists use a broad range of strategies to eliminate the odors remaining after other fire cleanup completes. Cover-ups with distracting scents are not permanent solutions. We work through an odor-elimination protocol to get rid of the stench for all time.

All burned items must be located and removed, including searching in hidden cavities. Thorough cleaning of surfaces is then checked off, with consideration of sealing some areas to prevent the volatile compounds from vaporizing and increasing the smell. This is often an option when areas in a commercial HVAC system contain sooty residues that the airflow could move throughout your business space. On occasion, enzymatic products can help as well.

SERVPRO deodorization technicians then choose from among advanced techniques to eliminate the ability tiny airborne and settled particulates to share the smell. We might recreate the conditions of the blaze with thermal foggers, equipment that combusts deodorants at high temperatures to seek out smelly particles and neutralize them. Our experts also use ozone machines and hydroxyl generators to change the chemical composition of the remaining sooty bits, rendering them non-offensive to the nose.

If your business suffered from soot and fire, persistent odors are often not far behind. Contact SERVPRO of North Sacramento at (916) 587-3438 for our industry-leading deodorization services.

Expert Help for Flood Damaged Sacramento Businesses

3/17/2022 (Permalink)

Flooding after a pipe break requires powerful water removal to help prevent mold from starting. Call our SERVPRO team to assess and remediate.

Flooding is not a pleasant event for any property owner in Sacramento. The struggles felt by our local businesses when overland or internal flooding occurs in commercial spaces extend to the city at large as well. We all depend on our schools, restaurants, retail stores, workplaces, and entertainment venues to be open and ready to meet our needs. When a flood disaster strikes a commercial customer our efforts help both the business and our community.

A water supply line break in a commercial space can cause significant Flood damage in Sacramento. If the event occurs outside of working hours, the quantity of water flowing into a facility can be vast and incredibly destructive. As soon as the staff at the business first notes the flooding, fast action from water removal professionals is crucial to limit the damage done.

SERVPRO crews are expert at managing large flood water removal scenarios. We arrive in vehicles stocked with pumps and truck-mounted high-efficiency extractors powered by onboard generators if the electricity at the site is temporarily unavailable. Our crews jump on the tasks at hand as soon as a preliminary assessment completes, and the water is shut off, confident in our ability to begin and complete needed water evacuation.

After the majority of the standing water exits, SERVPRO crew members use a range of devices to detect and measure moisture levels to inform us as we structure drying goals and configurations. Infrared scanners help detect water trapped in recesses and cavities behind walls, under floors and ceilings, and any other place moisture collects in a commercial physical plant.

All water must be suctioned out or otherwise released or the risk of mold growth spirals. The SERVPRO team uses a host of strategies including flood cuts, drilled holes, and top-down wand extraction to rid the spaces of all liquid water. Then we employ air movers, heaters, and dehumidifiers to reduce the moisture content of porous building materials by moving water out as a vapor to be captured and removed via condensation or absorption.

Water that remains unabated for 24 to 48 hours dramatically increases the probability that mold spores generate into colonies and multiply. Any other microorganisms present in a sewage backup or overland flooding during the event also have a window of opportunity to grow and spread. Because of this, SERVPRO concludes flood damage remediation with a thorough cleaning and treatment with EPA registered disinfectants to inhibit microbial infestation.

SERVPRO of North Sacramento works fast and hard to remediate commercial flood damage in the communities we serve. Contact us 24/ 7 at (916) 587-3438 to schedule an evaluation.

Protecting Artifacts in Water or Fire-Damaged Sacramento Museums

12/7/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Offers Professional Fire, Smoke & Water Damage Restoration to Sacramento Buildings--Large and Small

Museums throughout the Sacramento area offer a look into global and local history that must get protected for viewing by interested parties for generations to come. Unfortunately, as with any building, a museum could fall victim to disasters like fires or water. Finding the right professional restoration team is critical at this point, as the right technicians can help protect these unique artifacts and items from becoming unsalvageable and worthless.

With so much of the area’s history tied up in the displays of your Sacramento museum, protecting it from fire or water damage has to be a top priority. Even small localized blazes can cause widespread effects throughout the facility with smoke and soot damages. Our SERVPRO professionals have expert cleaning strategies to provide on the spot restoration for your building, but also pack-out services to carefully restore individual items that could have been affected more directly by carbon and residues. For expensive and precious pieces of art, SERVPRO recommends a professional curator seek out the services of a conservation restoration company that specializes in this field.

As the overseer of the facility, you must protect the artifacts and items you display within your museum with the highest regard. In ways, this responsibility is even more important than making these items available to view by the public that wanders the halls daily. Our professionals offer a pack-out service that can help affected pieces get restored to their original vibrancy and appearance.

Pack-outs are items removed to a nearby facility or safe area of the museum itself out of harm’s way. These decisions can get made based on items that continue to be at-risk throughout fire restoration efforts or based on items that have gotten damaged by the fire but can get restored by our experienced technicians. Our SERVPRO team tags items for removal and storage with our initial assessment of the damage and have gentle cleansers and techniques to preserve the authenticity and uniqueness of one-of-a-kind artifacts affected by soot or smoke residue. Many items are good candidates for submersion into an ultra-sonic bath for gentle cleaning.

While you might not anticipate the possibility of fire damage affecting your museum or other place of business, the right trained professionals can help you to get your doors back open to the public quickly. Give our SERVPRO of North Sacramento rapid response team a call anytime at (916) 587-3438.

Professional Water Removal Services For Your Saturated Commercial Property

11/4/2021 (Permalink)

Commercial Water Damage Events Present Unique Challenges

Having water make its way into your commercial property in Sacramento means that you need fast, effective water cleanup and restoration services. With access to these restoration services, you can reduce the amount of damage you may face and drastically limit the amount of time it takes to return things to normal.   

Getting help with water removal in your Sacramento commercial property is much easier than you might think. Regardless of whether you are dealing with water issues of an internal or external nature. Our IICRC-industry standard professionals stand ready to provide you with the quality services you deserve. The fact that we are a local restoration company enables us to arrive, Faster To Any Size Disaster.

SERVPRO understands how water damage affects your commercial property. We work hard to keep the doors of your business open. Using advanced water removal equipment, experienced personnel and advanced cleaning methods to get things done right the first time. We help prevent conditions that affect your food storage, appliances, or important documents and office equipment.

SERVPRO technicians remove excess water immediately, using hand-held, truck-mounted, and submersible pumps. The idea behind our water removal service involves getting rid of any standing water as soon as possible, making the drying process that much quicker. We use portable heaters, dehumidifiers, moisture detectors, and a variety of evaporation equipment to restore the relative humidity inside your property.

SERVPRO’s entire team of water removal specialists work together to provide excellent results. We use both air movers and dehumidifiers to channel water caught inside of your property to the outside. A process that helps quicken the drying process and promotes drying of contents found throughout the building. When contents have the opportunity to dry naturally, it dramatically reduces the possibility of developing secondary damages.

Have you found yourself facing water problems on your property? Contact SERVPRO of North Sacramento for access to quality, professional water removal services you can trust. We have highly trained professionals available 24/7 to help you confront the unexpected and regain control of disastrous situations. (916) 587-3438

What to do when Covid comes to your door?

10/15/2021 (Permalink)

WE are Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned.

When Covid impacts your home or business, your normal disinfecting is not going to be the highest standard.  SERVPRO of North Sacramento does a great job of disinfecting everything, not just the touch surfaces. If you are in need of Covid cleaning because there has been a positive case or you just want to be safe and preventive. Our team really strives for "Like it never even happened," and not every cleaning service can provide that professional service that you or customers might feel satisfied with. The equipment we use and our service is what sets us apart from other companies. The team at SERVPRO of North Sacramento go above and beyond their expectations, whether it is disinfecting for a prevention or positive case. The service for a Covid case includes disinfecting with a ULV fogger, wipe down of touch surfaces such as light switches, handles, and desk. We also provide carpet cleaning if your home or business needs a deep cleaning or you just want to be overly cautious. Each technician wears their complete personal protective equipment when disinfecting for Covid, for their own and your protection. The personal protective equipment includes a full covall-suit with a hood, covall-boots, gloves, and a full face respirator.  When our experienced technicians go to a Covid disinfecting, you don't have to move anything. Our team will do content manipulation if it is needed. Anything you have on tables and desks don't have to be moved, such as computers, pictures, or decorations. The ULV fogger transforms the disinfectant into droplets that get dispersed into the atmosphere. This allows our technicians to spray all surfaces and contents without having to worry about damaging electronics or soaking fabrics, such as couches or curtains. After the ULV fogging our team will do a secondary disinfecting and wipe down of all the touch surfaces. Covid can be a serious virus, make sure you keep your home and/or business safe. If you need any disinfecting or cleaning services especially for Covid, call our team SERVPRO of North Sacramento anytime that you need us at (916) 587-3438.

Water Removal for a Sacramento Arena

9/9/2021 (Permalink)

Sacramento and California Depend on SERVPRO for Water Removal from Sport's Venues

Sacramento has multiple sports and entertainment venues designed to not only attract unique visitors to the area but also provide revenue for the city with top acts and sporting events. Much like any other commercial structure, however, this building is not disaster-proof and can get affected by disasters like water loss incidents that spread quickly throughout areas of the facility and require immediate attention. Even with a staff of custodians or maintenance workers, you need a fast response to work to prevent having to close off portions of the facility or cancel upcoming events.

Our SERVPRO team can help your arena overcome its damage, if it should ever occur, by offering in Sacramento prompt water removal and drying services. With our leading equipment, we can quickly extract the water from the affected areas of the building and get to work immediately on our thorough drying techniques. We understand the timeline that we have and work to exceed your expectations in providing a fast and effective response in the face of emergencies to limit the impact of this situation on the potential revenue for the venue.

We have specialized equipment that can penetrate materials that could have become exposed to the pooling water to effectively dry these surfaces and prevent secondary effects like mold and mildew growth. Our SERVPRO technicians have drying mats that can draw out the saturation from hardwood flooring and air movers that can force moisture from affected materials like drywall and other porous surfaces.

We can double check the quality of the extraction and drying efforts with the use of our moisture detection equipment. Thermal imagery cameras can offer temperature cues to indicate the presence of water and moisture pockets even below or behind surfaces to show our technicians where to continue to focus our efforts to ensure that the moisture levels drop to acceptable parameters.

We're Faster To Any Size Disaster; our SERVPRO of North Sacramento rapid response team can make a difference quickly in your water-damaged arena. Trust us to get the job done quickly to limit the effect that this situation has on future events and ticketholders. Contact us 24/7  at (916) 587-3438.

Call SERVPRO of North Sacramento for Water Removal from a Warehouse in Sacramento

8/2/2021 (Permalink)

Commercial Water Damage Events Present Unique Challenges

SERVPRO Has What it Takes for Water Removal from a Warehouse in Sacramento

Although finding a company capable of handling water removal from a warehouse in Sacramento may seem difficult, we at SERVPRO remain confident that we can handle even the largest of water removal and restoration projects in the area. Through superior logistics, networks of allied companies that act as a safety net should something go wrong, and industry-leading standards in equipment technology and availability, we handle water removal from large buildings without trouble. If you still have doubts, here are a few of the techniques we use to dry the place out quickly and thoroughly.

High-Volume Water Extraction
When a water removal project from a Sacramento warehouse calls for extraction of standing water, many companies balk at the prospect of handling such a large volume of liquid. Even worse, some may begin the extraction process under-equipped and poorly prepared, and may not remove water from the premises in time to prevent some of the worst damage from happening. We use truck-mounted extraction pumps to remove standing water as quickly as necessary, bringing in additional trucks as needed to make sure the building gets drained before damage can get any worse.

Fast Drying
Once standing water has been cleared, we can begin the process of drying the area out and eliminating moisture that has already soaked into materials in the building and stored objects. By creating targeted air currents throughout the building, we can pick up water droplets on a large scale before depositing them in buckets via our fast-acting chemical and thermal dehumidifying technology.

Care for Contents
Depending on what you have stored in the warehouse, we may have to use special preventative and restorative measures to protect the building's contents. If they present a safety hazard when mixed with water, be sure to let us know so that our technicians can don adequate personal protective equipment.

SERVPRO of North Sacramento provides industry-leading care for our commercial customers in the aftermath of a disaster and has the resources required to handle even the largest projects. Contact us at (916) 587-3438.

Call SERVPRO of North Sacramento for Your Commercial Water Loss

3/17/2021 (Permalink)

Commercial Water Damage Events Present Unique Challenges

Stabilize Structure After Water Damage

After a severe water damage event like a flood or major interior water leak. Your building might have suffered some structural damage. To remedy this, your restoration contractor will need to fix these problems before finishing out the building.

Structural problems could include things like:

• Roof damage that is causing leaks
• Wood rotted from water damage or saturation
• Shifting soils that undermine your building’s foundation
• Rusted or weakened building components like metal studs and fasteners
• Leaning or damaged window and door frames

Replace Water Damaged Mechanical & Electrical

HVAC and other mechanical equipment may need to be replaced.

Electrical wiring, conduit and outlets may need to be replaced due to corrosion.

Water saturation in electrical motors or electrical infrastructure can cause irreparable damage.

Light fixtures may require replacement.

Local code may dictate some of replacement requirements as well.

Replace Water Damaged Windows & Doors

Depending on the source of the leak and how deep the water accumulated.

You might need to replace some windows and doors.

Roof leaks or pipe leaks inside ceilings can flow down and around windows.

When that happens.

Wood framing or window components may swell or warp, rendering the windows useless.

With any standing water, you may need to replace your doors.

Hiring The Right Water Damage Cleanup Company

Finding the right water damage restoration company for your needs doesn’t have to be tough.

While you’ll likely be in a rush to get someone out as soon as possible, you still need to ask plenty of questions to ensure you’re making the right choice.

Here are a few tips to help with the hiring process.

Ask About Experience with Commercial Water Damage Cleanup

There are a ton of water damage cleanup companies out there. However not all of them specialize in commercial services. Most cater to residential customers that require a different set of needs.

Ask about certification by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC).

Determine Cost for Water Damage Cleanup Services

Some providers work by the entire job.

Others have a running list of totals where each action or use of equipment means a separate charge.

Insurance Experience

Most commercial building owners want their insurance to cover the cost of repairs.

Which is highly understandable considering the scope of the work that needs to be done.

Finding the right water damage mitigation and cleanup team means using someone who understands the insurance claim process.

SERVPRO of North Sacramento Can Assist you with Restoring Your Commercial Property. Call us at: 916-587-3438 

SERVPRO of North Sacramento can Restore your Commercial Property

1/15/2021 (Permalink)

Commercial Water Damage Events Present Unique Challenges

Flooding and water damage events at Sacramento commercial properties are often complex with numerous issues that require a knowledgeable and flexible response. Whether we’re dealing with a relatively small water cleanup scenario or a large scale event, we work quickly to assess each unique situation and isolate the damaged area. In many instances, normal operations can continue in a temporary space while we restore your facility.

Restoring Commercial Properties Presents Unique Challenges

Our professionals are trained to be mindful of legal and environmental concerns and strive to fully restore the damaged area while working within your budgetary constraints. We understand that every hour spent cleaning up is an hour of lost revenue and productivity. So when an emergency situation arises in your business, give us a call and we’ll be there fast with the help you need.

About SERVPRO of North Sacramento

SERVPRO of North Sacramento specializes in the cleanup and restoration of commercial and residential property after a 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.

Restoration Services

• Fire, Smoke & Soot
• Water Removal
• Mold Mitigation & Remediation
• Catastrophic Storm Response
• Move Outs
• Contents Restoration
• Electronics and Equipment
• Document Drying
• Contents Claim Inventory Service

Cleaning Services

• Biohazard, Crime Scene & Vandalism
• Carpet & Upholstery
• Drapes & Blinds
• Ceilings, Walls & Hard Floors
• Deodorization

Certifications

• AMRT - Applied Microbial Remediation Technician
• ASD - Applied Structural Drying Technician
• CCT - Carpet Cleaning Technician
• CMT - Commercial Carpet Maintenance Technician
• ECTP - Employee Certification Training Program
• FCT - Floor Care (Hard Surfaces) Technician
• FSRT - Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration Technician
• HST - Health and safety Technician
• IICRC Certified Firm
• OCT - Odor Control Technician
• RCT - Rug Cleaning Technician
• RRRP - Lead-Based Paint Activities and Renovation
• UFT - Upholstery & Fabric Cleaning Technician
• WRT - Water Damage Restoration Technician

Water Damage Repairs After a Commercial Fire in Sacramento

12/7/2020 (Permalink)

Commercial Fire or Water Damage Events Present Unique Challenges

At the time of a business fire, hundreds of gallons of water are used by firefighters to extinguish a fire.  As is expected, most businesses may be focused on the loss of their personal property and the fire damage to their structure.  In addition, the amount of water used to put the fire out is also going to cause immediate additional damage issues.  After a fire, some of the water damage you find will be obvious as it is visible to trained mitigation professionals.  The difficult thing about water is that it can permeate into locations that are not readily visible such as under flooring and between walls.  If water is left unattended for an extended period of time, the water damage can quickly form mold and mildew and spread throughout a structure causing additional damage requiring repairs.

Regardless of whether the structure is a home or a business, calling a professional like SERVPRO of North Sacramento to complete the following remediation process to mitigate damages will be needed:  

1.  Cleanup:  

Cleaning a home or business structure is critical.  Once the majority of damaged items have been removed, the interior needs to be cleaned and disinfected.  

2.  Mold Damage: 

The most important issue in preventing mold growth is to control excess moisture and remove standing water fast.  Cleanup and drying out the structure needs to be handled as quickly as possible (within 1 hour to 48 hours).  Mold spores can exist almost anywhere making it impossible to remove all mold from a home or business.  If possible, open windows and doors to air out the affected rooms.  Position fans to dry out the structure and blow the air out of windows and doors.  SERVPRO of North Sacramento offers the following facts related to mold:

• 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 on a pet.
• Mold spores thrive on moisture. Mold spores can quickly grow into colonies when exposed to water. 
• 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.

3.  Wood Damage: 

When a structure contains any porous material such as wood floors and furniture, they will absorb water very quickly and end up with damage.  Any wood material or wood furniture that is extremely wet and damaged should be removed.

4,  Ceiling Damage:

After a fire, one of the first places to check for damage is in the ceilings.  Damaged ceilings can collapse which may cause more damage or worse yet, injure people in the structure. 

5.  Drywall Damage

When assessing drywall damage, the size of the fire, and the amount of water used to extinguish it will determine the extent of the damage.  Often some portions of the drywall can be saved by drying it out and other portions will need to be cut out and replaced.

6. Caulk and Seal Damage

When the water has been left standing in a structure for some time, the seals around appliances, bathtubs, and toilets will become weak.  If these seals crack or become loose, it could cause catastrophic damage.  All seals should be checked carefully and be removed if damaged beyond repair.  Caulk can be used for the repair.

7. Electrical Damage

Electrical components in a structure including the wiring behind your walls may be damaged and could pose a separate fire risk incident.  Typically, electrical components such as computers, televisions, microwaves, etc. are often damaged as well from not only water but from fire and smoke.  Depending on the proximity from the point of ignition of the fire, these items can be cleaned or replaced which will be determined by your insurance adjuster.

8. Carpet Damage

Carpets can hold mold and other toxic substances after severe water damage. Some carpets and rugs can be dried enough to be salvaged, but others will need to be torn up and replaced. 

9. Drying Your property

Ensuring your home or business is dry before, during, and after restoration should be a priority.   Fans need to be placed throughout the damaged structure to circulate air in every room.  Dehumidifiers should be used in areas that were impacted by the most water damage. 

At SERVPRO of North Sacramento, we know the water damage remediation process is a critical and necessary process. The sooner you select your remediation professional, the quicker you can salvage structural components in your home or business and return to your regular routine of enjoying life and work.  We are focused on helping our community handle disasters as quickly as possible to ensure your experience is "Like it never even happened."

SERVPRO of North Sacramento: 916-587-3438

Restoring Your Sacramento Commercial Property After A Water Damage Event

11/4/2020 (Permalink)

Commercial Water Damage Events Present Unique Challenges

At SERVPRO of North Sacramento, we believe it is vital to know as much as possible about the water loss in an effort to provide services immediately.  Education and information are provided to our customers by completing a walk-through of the affected property and identifying priorities with the best approach to help in their particular situation.  We provide information such as how many levels of the property are affected, approximately how many areas are affected, and what was the water source. In addition, we advise the property owner with helpful tips to help them know what to do until a crew arrives. This process ensures all project parameters and our client's requirements are addressed before an emergency action plan is developed for our customer's approval. 

SERVPRO of North Sacramento crews are trained water loss professionals and are confident when previewing a loss site and providing a consult with our customers. They listen, emphasize, and offer immediate solutions to fit our customer’s needs.  During the initial Inspection/Walk-through of the property loss, it is important that our customers explain how the loss occurred, if they know.  Our Project Manager will take photographs as the walk-through is conducted.  We take great care in capturing "BEFORE" photos to document the conditions at first arrival.  We believe it is helpful to explain to our customers how affected areas are located with a moisture meter or a thermal imaging camera and explain the actions we take to resolve a water problem.  We believe it is important to listen to our customer's concerns and help them through the normal anxieties they will have about the restoration of their home or business.  Often, their primary concerns may be particular structural materials, personal belongings, or just the overall time and cost around restoration efforts.  During this walk-through, our Project Manager will begin assessing potential safety problems and watch for indications of mold contamination.  An effective walk-through will identify customer priorities, safety hazards, affected areas, and general service needs. Additionally, restoration challenges or other project limitations that would affect the completion of the project are recognized.

The walk-through will give our Project Manager a good understanding of what areas are
affected and what materials and/or assemblies are affected (what is wet and how wet is it).  This information is carefully reviewed with the customer, followed by a plan of action for their loss (e.g., containment, demolition, drying).   We will ensure our customer understands what we plan to do and why.  Once the customer understands the plan for water loss remediation, a preliminary scope and required steps will be taken by SERVPRO of North Sacramento to begin a productive and efficient process to return our customer's business to preloss condition or better.  

"Like it never even happened."

SERVPRO of North Sacramento is here to assist you with you commercial business water damage 24/7 call us at: (916)587-3438

Commercial Fire and Water Restoration Services

9/11/2020 (Permalink)

Commercial Fire and Water Damage Events Present Unique Challenges

Fire damage can cause significant problems for your business from the devastating consequences of a fire disaster. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the top five causes of fires in commercial facilities are issues with cooking equipment, heating units, electrical/lighting issues, smoking materials, and intentional fire starting.  

SERVPRO of North Sacramento understands the function, size, and complexity differences in commercial fire and water losses.  We provide commercial restoration services for fire-damaged structures, affected tenants, and contents.  This includes understanding the variables and complexities when coordinating services among property owners and/or property managers, carrier representatives, and associated professionals engaged in the decision making process.  Coordinating timely approval of workflow through decision-makers promotes efficiency in managing a project to completion.  It is also important to recognize and schedule the correct tools and equipment required to successfully complete a commercial remediation project.

SERVPRO of North Sacramento is aware that using the proper tools and equipment on a commercial project is important to our ability to handle the loss. Some of the equipment used on a commercial loss will not differ from that used on a residential loss; however, the type and size of the equipment can differ substantially.  Commercial losses can require large-format desiccant dehumidifiers, portable dehumidifiers, and various heating and cooling units.  This type of equipment is used to focus on temperature and humidity control.  In addition, it may be necessary to use various extraction units, generators, power distribution devices, lighting, air movers, and air filtration devices. This type of equipment is used to focus on extraction, power, lighting, and airflow.  The use of monitoring, cleaning, and deodorization devices are important in commercial remediation due to the size of commercial losses.  In some cases, aerial work platforms, scaffolding, and material handling equipment may be needed for unique commercial loss situations. This type of equipment is used to focus on monitoring, cleaning, deodorization, lifts, and material handling.  Due to the size of commercial remediation projects, some projects may require additional labor and equipment resources.

SERVPRO of North Sacramento has a well-developed network of local commercial subcontractors, vendors, and resource providers that it can rely upon should additional labor and equipment be required on a large scale project.  Having immediate access to quality vendors and subcontractors is vital to providing a fast response to our commercial clients.  Commercial projects require a systematic approach to proper coordination of decision-makers, tools, and equipment as well as labor and equipment that contribute to the successful completion of commercial cleaning and restoration projects.  

The following commercial fire damage statistics are provided by the NFPA:

Food Services:  From 2010-2014 there were an estimated 7,410 fires in food services facilities, which caused annual losses of $165 million in property damage.  Cooking equipment was the root cause of over 60% of those fires with electrical malfunctions the next highest cause.

Retail:  On average, 13,570 structure fires in stores and merchant properties each year, resulting in $604 million in property damage.  The average fire damage comes to $73,800 per facility.  Electrical issues are the primary cause of these fires.

Hospitality:  Each year the NFPA estimates there are 3,520 hotel/motel fires.  The main source of hotel fires happens in the kitchen.  Whether it’s the individual rooms’ kitchenette or the main kitchen of the hotel, 2 out of every 5 hotel fires start here.  Annual property damage estimates for the hospitality industry are around $84 million.

Education:  Education facilities have on average 4,980 structure fires resulting from cooking equipment issues in the cafeterias to intentionally set fires.  These fires cause around $70 million annually.  Seventy percent of educational facilities that have fire losses are nurseries, elementary, middle, and high schools. 

Healthcare:  5,750 healthcare facilities succumb to fire damage each year, with an astounding $50.4 billion in property damage.  A breakdown of healthcare structure fires shows 48% are in nursing homes, 22% in mental health facilities, 20% in hospitals, and 11% in doctors' offices.

Office Properties:  Office property fire damage has an annual estimate of $112 million with the top 3 fire sources being cooking equipment (6%), intentionally set (20%) and electrical/lighting (12%).

Fires put businesses out of business on a regular basis.  It's reported that 50-60% of businesses close down following a disaster. Of the businesses that survive, the overwhelming majority of them had a preparedness plan in place.  At SERVPRO of North Sacramento, we believe pre-planning can serve as an insurance policy aimed at peace of mind.  We can help you be "Ready for whatever happens" which speaks trust to your clients and employees in the event your business is affected by a disaster.  By developing a SERVPRO of North Sacramento 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. 

In the insurance claim process, a speedy restoration company response matters, and that is why SERVPRO of North Sacramento is Faster to Any Size Disaster.

Restoring Your Sacramento Commercial Property After A Fire or Water Damage Event

7/6/2020 (Permalink)

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At SERVPRO of North Sacramento, we understand storms and inclement weather can bring wind damage, heavy rain, and flooding that can devastate any business in a matter of minutes.  Disasters don’t just strike during regular business hours which is why SERVPRO of North Sacramento offers 24-hour emergency service 365 days per year with highly skilled disaster professionals.

Every hour spent cleaning up is an hour of lost revenue and productivity.  When an emergency situation arises in your business, call SERVPRO of North Sacramento.  Our technicians are trained and know what to do in any unpredictable disaster which is critical in mitigating any further loss or damage to your property and your contents.  We are faster to any size disaster!

As a business owner, if you've never experienced a disaster, here are some tips to help you move forward and take control of your loss.  If you don't take control, the insurance company will and that could cost you thousands!

Step I – Locate Your Insurance Policies

• It is very important that you carefully read your insurance policy and know your coverages.  Obtain a COMPLETE COPY of your current policy not just the "Declarations Page".  Read the fine print and understand the coverages you have and how much you are entitled to by coverage.
• If your policies are lost/destroyed, contact your agent/broker or insurer.
• If you can’t remember who the agent or insurer is, look at bank/payment records.  Your mortgage company may also have records.

Step II – Contact Your Insurer

• Contact your broker or agent immediately and let them know about your loss.  If you don’t have a broker or agent, contact your insurer directly to file a claim.
• Ask your insurer for an advance to cover immediate expenses, such as the cost to board up/fence and/or dry out your business property to prevent vandalism, additional destruction, and removal of debris.   You have a duty to mitigate any further damage after a loss.  If you operate your business in a rental property, you should still seek an advance for costs necessary to protect your business's personal property and inventory.
• If your insurance provides coverage for loss of business income, you may also be entitled to the costs you incur to avoid or minimize the suspension of your operations. 

Step III – Documenting Your Loss

Make notes and lists as you remember the property that was lost. 

• Don’t worry about trying to value all items at this stage.  Final valuations will be worked out later.  It is likely that your property loss will be resolved sooner than your business income loss, which will vary depending on the length of the suspension.  You may need to involve your accountant to help document the loss.
• Keep receipts for everything you buy and what you spend on repair/replacement of property/inventory and business continuity expenses.
• Keep track of how much the insurance company gives you and what it’s for.
• DOCUMENT EVERYTHING.  Create a folder or binder with expenditures due to the fire, repair estimates, claim reports, and all communications with and submissions to your insurance company.
• Cooperate with all reasonable requests from your insurance company, allow them to fully inspect, and keep them informed. Clear and frequent communications and a diary will help with disputes.

SERVPRO of North Sacramento has the training, experience, and equipment to manage commercial fire, water, mold and flooding damage. We will respond quickly to mitigate the damage and manage the restoration project through to its completion... "Like it never even happened."

From Carpet Cleaning to Catastrophes SERVPRO can Help

3/2/2020 (Permalink)

Contact us if you need assistance with your commercial or residential property!

When you need it done right and done fast, call SERVPRO of North Sacramento Franchise Professional for all your commercial and residential cleaning needs.

Can't figure out how to get the job done? Call SERVPRO of North Sacramento for all your emergency restoration needs. Because when you experience a fire, water or mold damage in your property, you need fast response and the expertise to get the job done right, ensuring your business can get back into operation as quickly as possible. Though it all, you expect the most reliable information and very best service at a fair price.

SERVPRO of North Sacramento Professionals are committed to providing fire and water cleanup and restoration services to reduce business interruptions and recovery cost.

SERVPRO of North Sacramento can provide:

Restoration:

  Fire, Smoke and Soot

  Water Removal and Dehumidification

  Mold Mitigation and Remediation

  Catastrophic Storm Response

  Move Outs and Contents Restoration

  Electronics and Equipment

  Document Drying

  Contents Claim Inventory Service

Cleaning:

  Air Ducts and HVAC

  Biohazard, Crime Scene and Vandalism

  Carpet, Upholstery, Drapes and Blinds

  Ceilings, Walls and Hard Floors

  Deodorization

  We are always available for your emergency home restoration needs. Our SERVPRO of North Sacramento team is local and ready to respond 24/7. Contact us anytime at (916) 587-3438.

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How SERVPRO Removes Water in Sacramento Businesses

1/13/2020 (Permalink)

When the owners of this office called, we removed the water then dried the building. Our goal is to restore your business quickly.

Commercial Water Removal in Your Sacramento Business 

A pipe bursting in the bathroom of your retail shop can have a significant impact on your business. If the pipe burst outside regular business hours, it may be some time before you become aware of the issue. Once aware, it is crucial to work immediately to mitigate as much damage as possible. 

Our SERVPRO team moves quickly toward successful commercial water removal in Sacramento. While you are waiting for professional assistance, you should ensure the water main is off to stop more water flowing from the pipes and begin drying the impacted areas by mopping tile floors and using towels to sop up any excess moisture. Mopping is especially essential to ensure that your business does not suffer any secondary damage, such as loose floor tiles or hazardous mold infestations. 

We understand that any time your business is out of operation is money lost. We're Faster To Any Size Disaster. Our project manager or crew chief first assesses the damage to the structure, materials, and merchandise within your store. Then, they develop a plan for fast and effective removal of excess moisture from within the establishment. 

SERVPRO restoration technicians remove the merchandise from impacted areas, to ensure that excess moisture and humidity do not damage items that sustained no initial damage. These undamaged items should be kept in a safe, dry place. Damaged items should be inventoried with details for insurance purposes before removal. 

The water damaged areas should be thoroughly dried, and the relative humidity (RH) of the room restored to restore the commercial space to preloss conditions. Technicians use extraction equipment to take the remaining water out of the space. Typically, portable extractors can remove water after a pipe bursting. Technicians may make several passes for optimal extraction. 

We place high-velocity air movers and industrial-strength dehumidifiers throughout the impacted area. These tools pull excess moisture from the materials, contents, and air within the room. The dehumidifying process stops when RH levels are under 60 percent, and the contents are dry. We make it, "Like it never even happened." 

Contact SERVPRO of North Sacramento at (916) 587-3438. 

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The Pros and Cons of New Construction on Mold Growth after Flooding in Sacramento Businesses

11/25/2019 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Deploys Advanced Equipment in Sacramento to Mitigate Flood Damage and Mold Infestations

Commercial Flood Damage Sacramento – Avoiding Mold in Air Tight BuildingS

Flash floods sometimes materialize in seconds, making it challenging to prepare and protect your business contents. Everything is wet, and debris has washed into the office area. Newer office buildings are designed to be airtight to reduce the cooling and heating requirements. With little fresh air coming into the building, mold can proliferate, especially after a severe flood.

Our SERVPRO crew chief is usually first on the scene at every commercial flood damage event in Sacramento. One of their first tasks is to assess the damage, debris in the building, safety concerns, contamination, type of building, and whether the building air exchange system is still operating. The crew chief or the project manager develops a plan to mitigate the damage, arranges for the appropriate equipment and staff to respond, clean, dry, and restore your business.

Managing Fresh Air

Air Tight buildings rely upon air exchange systems to bring fresh air into the building and expel stale, humid air. Depending on local conditions, especially after a storm, the outside air can be very humid. In these situations, the air exchange system may bring in the humid air while SERVPRO is attempting to dry the interior of the building after it has been cleaned. Technicians may recommend turning the air exchange system off or establish negative pressure areas to manage the humidity.

Mold can proliferate in these conditions. SERVPRO technicians are IICRC-certified and trained in mold remediation and prevention. With the assistance of the buildings AC system, dehumidifiers, and internally placed SERVPRO air movers, we focus on removing all areas of moisture. Moisture sensors are utilized to detect moisture pockets and dry these areas before mold can develop.

Occasionally SERVPRO may have to make flood cuts in the walls to access water or moisture pockets. Any of these sources of moisture may contribute to the growth of mold, especially in buildings that are designed to be airtight.

Our crew chief always communicates our plan to our clients, and the approach technicians plan to take to return your commercial space as quickly as possible.

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Our Professionals Can Save Your Sacramento Hotel After A Fire

11/4/2019 (Permalink)

After a fire disrupts operations in your hotel, it helps to rely on professional mitigations and remediation experts.

Reliable Help When Your Sacramento Hotel Suffers Fire Damage

After a fire disrupts operations in your Sacramento lodgings and event center, it helps to rely on professional mitigations and remediation experts. The inclination of your managers and housekeeping crew might be to close for a short time to get things back to normal. Unfortunately, disappointed customers have other options, and the failure of your accommodations to honor reservations can cause the loss of business into the future. We can share strategies that can respond to the fire crisis while also permitting you to remain open for many of your operations.

Guest Negligence Can Cause Fire Risks
There is an endless number of ways human error results in fire damage in your Sacramento hotel. Your Sacramento hotel, unfortunately, can be the site for one of these accidents. If a guest falls asleep, cigarette in hand, or an iron used to smooth out an outfit is left on; a blaze can start. Smoke from a smoldering slow burn can spread to other rooms, and sprinkler systems, although necessary to quell the fire, can add to the mess by soaking everything.

Containment Strategies Can Minimize Effects
Because of the mandated and build-in safeguards, fires in your property can be knocked down quickly and limited in their direct effects. The problem with fire damage, however, is the tendency of smoke to drift far from the ignition site. The key to mitigating odor and residue migration is to have SERVPRO onsite as soon as possible. We use heavy plastic sheeting and negative pressure air scrubber technology to define the work area to the smallest space possible. Air scrubbers capture the airborne particles in HEPA filters and exhaust to the outdoors. The configuration also prevents further movement of the smoke and associated residues to other areas on your property so operations can continue.

Streamlined Approach and Comprehensive Results
SERVPRO is a full-service disaster recovery company. We can manage everything from fire-fighting water removal to air-quality remediation to efficient soot cleanup. Our production facility can clean, dry, and deodorize affected contents off-site, using a range of innovative resources and our dedicated Contents Processing Technicians (CPT). You can rely on our wide-ranging skills and hard-won certifications to clean up fire damage professionally while supporting the ongoing operation of the rest of your hotel.

Count on SERVPRO of North Sacramento to partner with you when fire damage threatens the overall operations of your business. We have research-proven strategies to share; set up your consultation by calling (916) 587-3438.

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SERVPRO has What it Takes for Commercial Water Damage Restoration in Sacramento

10/1/2019 (Permalink)

Our vehicles are loaded with equipment and are ready to roll to your water damaged business. Call us today!

Why SERVPRO Should Be Your First Call for Commercial Water Damage Restoration in Sacramento

For Sacramento properties, commercial water removal requires more than the standard equipment the regular janitorial crew that cleans the building uses. SERVPRO's green service vans come stocked with industrial-grade portable pumps, extractor wands, specialized attachments, and professional drying equipment.

Extensive Service Fleet

SERVPRO has a fleet of service vehicles ready to roll on-site to assist in the cleanup for water damage within hours of the initial call. Along with their vans, trucks with mounted pumps for large-scale water removal are also available. The technicians bring everything they need on each job site, including generators for situations where electricity is not accessible to power the necessary extraction and drying equipment.

Extensive Training

The technicians undergo comprehensive instruction before they ever set foot onto a live worksite. The training facility has numerous scenarios set up for technicians to learn through hands-on experience the best methods for different types of water loss situations.

Fans vs. Air Movers

Commercial properties must undergo complete drying after a water loss to avoid foul odors or mold infestations in the building. Standard industrial fans do not provide the airpower to dry more than surfaces. The commercial centrifugal air movers used by SERVPRO blow high-velocity air streams and their compact design allows for focused airflow and the use of specialized attachments for specialty drying situations such as floormats or within wall cavities using Injecti-Dry systems.

Industrial Dehumidification Lessens Loss

The faster the ambient humidity lowers in a property, lessens the probability of secondary issues such as mold. Technicians use different types of professional dehumidifiers in tandem with air movers to lower the interior moisture levels and circulate progressively warmer drier air. This cycle dries properties quickly and inhibits mold spore germination. 

SERVPRO of North Sacramento at (916) 587-3438 has the experience and expertise to perform commercial water removal for both small businesses to large-size corporations and make the water loss, "Like it never even happened."

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We Get You Back To Business In Sacramento

7/18/2019 (Permalink)

Our IICRC certified SERVPRO team takes your water damage situation seriously and brings the appropriate equipment to get the job done right!

DIY Drying After Accidental Plumbing Break in Sacramento Store

Renovations and improvements to your Sacramento store can help to bolster its aesthetic appeal to your customer and generate additional revenue with innovative displays and advertisements in the shop. The downside is the added workload to continually think of new looks and functions for areas of the business, and the risks of causing more substantial problems for your business by accident. Anchoring displays and massive signage in the shop can improve visibility for the patrons, but it also requires substantial anchoring into the construction materials of the store. 

The more frequently holes get drilled into the walls of your store, the likelihood increases for puncturing water lines – requiring fast water removal for your Sacramento building. Most plumbing is neatly tucked away behind materials like drywall and kept in the cavities formed between rooms with a shared common wall. Our SERVPRO professionals can help with an immediate response amid a water loss incident, helping to reduce the need for comprehensive restoration and recovery efforts. 

From the time that a line gets punctured beyond the drywall into the cavity, the property owner must move quickly to get the supply to this breach stopped. Depending on the severity of this water damage to the plumbing, high volumes of water are possible within these wall cavities, and it does not take long to begin to saturate materials like drywall to become a substantial threat to trafficked areas of your business. 

With holes drilled into walls of your main floor of the store, your entire stock and inventory become at risk for spreading water damage and moisture concerns. Soft materials like clothing and other fabrics can quickly absorb standing water pooling on the floor, and even elevated relative humidity levels can increase the threat of secondary effects like mold growth for our SERVPRO team to battle. 

Water loss incidents that begin with a breach of your plumbing supply lines can quickly get out of control without experience and leading equipment. Let our SERVPRO of North Sacramento team show you how to make it “Like it never even happened.” Give us a call today at (916) 587-3438.

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Sacramento Smoke and Soot Cleanup--Done Right by SERVPRO

4/10/2019 (Permalink)

The SERVPRO Green Vehicle-We're Faster To Any Size Disaster for Fire Damage Cleanup in Sacramento

Fire Damage Restoration Professionals in Sacramento Describe How Smoke Issues Are Treated

If a fire breaks out in another building other than yours inside your Sacramento office complex, your unit could still get negatively affected. Problems that happen in units above, below, or next to yours can cause commercial fire damage inside your place of business. Smoke from fires in other parts of your building can get to your office by going through walls or entering through heating and ventilation systems. Any time smoke enters a structure, foul odors, and soot residues can cause problems with materials and contents. During many commercial fire damage scenarios, soot cleaning and removal is a part of what our SERVPRO professionals can do to help save the structural components and contents inside your office.
 
As soon as you notice smoke entering your office unit from one adjacent to it, you should call in a professional restoration company such as SERVPRO. The first step we take when arriving at any fire damage situation in Sacramento is to figure out which of your building materials and contents we can clean and which items we have to remove and replace. We accomplish this with a test cleaning kit. Included in this kit is a large variety of chemicals that are designed to clean off different types of soot residues from the various surfaces inside your structure. We also utilize different techniques so we know whether we can clean a surface or not and what combination of chemicals and methods to use.
 
Once we figure out the best techniques to use on each of your affected surfaces and give you an initial estimate, we begin treating any damage that we found during the original inspection. After all of your building materials and contents get cleaned we work towards deodorizing your office. To remove burnt smells, we can implement fogging machines that disperse chemicals into the air to mimic smoke or a hydroxyl generator that chemically neutralizes foul aromas.
 
If you ever see or smell smoke in your office, call SERVPRO of North Sacramento at (916) 587-3438, 24 hours a day.

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Don't Let a Fire Ruin Your Sacramento Business

3/19/2019 (Permalink)

SERVPRO can easily get rid of smoke residue and odor in your business.

Efficient Fire Odor Elimination for Your Sacramento Business

Smells are the fastest way to remind someone of an event or a place. As long as the aromas are pleasant, the memories are welcome. The acrid smell of a fire in your Sacramento business is not a remembrance to treasure. Even if our restoration technicians do their best to clean up fire residues, a smoky odor brings back the terror and the frustration of the fire that nearly closed your doors for good.

Restoration of a business in Sacramento is incomplete if fire odors linger. Employees might be triggered with flashbacks about the blaze and clients can lose confidence in your management abilities if the disaster appears partially unresolved. Inventory, documents, and other items stored on-site can carry the smell far from your headquarters, troubling to loyal customers as well as potential leads.

SERVPRO’s deodorization specialists use a broad range of strategies to eliminate the odors remaining after other fire cleanup completes. Cover-ups with distracting scents are not permanent solutions. We work through an odor-elimination protocol to get rid of the stench for all time.

All burned items must be located and removed, including searching in hidden cavities. Thorough cleaning of surfaces is then checked off, with consideration of sealing some areas to prevent the volatile compounds from vaporizing and increasing the smell. This is often an option when areas in a commercial HVAC system contain sooty residues that the airflow could move throughout your business space. On occasion, enzymatic products can help as well.

SERVPRO deodorization technicians then choose from among advanced techniques to eliminate the ability tiny airborne and settled particulates to share the smell. We might recreate the conditions of the blaze with thermal foggers, equipment that combusts deodorants at high temperatures to seek out smelly particles and neutralize them. Our experts also use ozone machines and hydroxyl generators to change the chemical composition of the remaining sooty bits, rendering them non-offensive to the nose.

If your business suffered from soot and fire, persistent odors are often not far behind. Contact SERVPRO of North Sacramento at (916) 587-3438 for our industry-leading deodorization services.

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Some Ways to Make Your Commercial Flood Damage Remediation Situation in Sacramento Easier

2/10/2019 (Permalink)

Flooding after a pipe break requires powerful water removal to help prevent mold from starting. Call our SERVPRO team to assess and remediate.

Expert Help for Flood Damaged Sacramento Businesses

Flooding is not a pleasant event for any property owner in Sacramento. The struggles felt by our local businesses when overland or internal flooding occurs in commercial spaces extend to the city at large as well. We all depend on our schools, restaurants, retail stores, workplaces, and entertainment venues to be open and ready to meet our needs. When a flood disaster strikes a commercial customer our efforts help both the business and our community.

A water supply line break in a commercial space can cause significant flood damage in Sacramento. If the event occurs outside of working hours, the quantity of water flowing into a facility can be vast and incredibly destructive. As soon as the staff at the business first notes the flooding, fast action from water removal professionals is crucial to limit the damage done.

SERVPRO crews are expert at managing large flood water removal scenarios. We arrive in vehicles stocked with pumps and truck-mounted high-efficiency extractors powered by onboard generators if the electricity at the site is temporarily unavailable. Our crews jump on the tasks at hand as soon as a preliminary assessment completes, and the water is shut off, confident in our ability to begin and complete needed water evacuation.

After the majority of the standing water exits, SERVPRO crew members use a range of devices to detect and measure moisture levels to inform us as we structure drying goals and configurations. Infrared scanners help detect water trapped in recesses and cavities behind walls, under floors and ceilings, and any other place moisture collects in a commercial physical plant.

All water must be suctioned out or otherwise released or the risk of mold growth spirals. The SERVPRO team uses a host of strategies including flood cuts, drilled holes, and top-down wand extraction to rid the spaces of all liquid water. Then we employ air movers, heaters, and dehumidifiers to reduce the moisture content of porous building materials by moving water out as a vapor to be captured and removed via condensation or absorption.

Water that remains unabated for 24 to 48 hours dramatically increases the probability that mold spores generate into colonies and multiply. Any other microorganisms present in a sewage backup or overland flooding during the event also have a window of opportunity to grow and spread. Because of this, SERVPRO concludes flood damage remediation with a thorough cleaning and treatment with EPA registered disinfectants to inhibit microbial infestation.

SERVPRO of North Sacramento works fast and hard to remediate commercial flood damage in the communities we serve. Contact us 24/ 7 at (916) 587-3438 to schedule an evaluation.

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For Sacramento Buildings, SERVPRO Provides Emergency Cleaning after a Fire & Smoke Damaging Event

1/28/2019 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Offers Professional Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration to Sacramento Buildings--Large and Small

Protecting Artifacts in Fire-Damaged Sacramento Museums

Museums throughout the Sacramento area offer a look into global and local history that must get protected for viewing by interested parties for generations to come. Unfortunately, as with any building, a museum could fall victim to disasters like fires. Finding the right professional restoration team is critical at this point, as the right technicians can help protect these unique artifacts and items from becoming unsalvageable and worthless.

With so much of the area’s history tied up in the displays of your Sacramento museum, protecting it from fire damage has to be a top priority. Even small localized blazes can cause widespread effects throughout the facility with smoke and soot damages. Our SERVPRO professionals have expert cleaning strategies to provide on the spot restoration for your building, but also pack-out services to carefully restore individual items that could have been affected more directly by carbon and residues. For expensive and precious pieces of art, SERVPRO recommends a professional curator seek out the services of a conservation restoration company that specializes in this field.

As the overseer of the facility, you must protect the artifacts and items you display within your museum with the highest regard. In ways, this responsibility is even more important than making these items available to view by the public that wanders the halls daily. Our professionals offer a pack-out service that can help affected pieces get restored to their original vibrancy and appearance.

Pack-outs are items removed to a nearby facility or safe area of the museum itself out of harm’s way. These decisions can get made based on items that continue to be at-risk throughout fire restoration efforts or based on items that have gotten damaged by the fire but can get restored by our experienced technicians. Our SERVPRO team tags items for removal and storage with our initial assessment of the damage and have gentle cleansers and techniques to preserve the authenticity and uniqueness of one-of-a-kind artifacts affected by soot or smoke residue. Many items are good candidates for submersion into an ultra-sonic bath for gentle cleaning.

While you might not anticipate the possibility of fire damage affecting your museum or other place of business, the right trained professionals can help you to get your doors back open to the public quickly. Give our SERVPRO of North Sacramento rapid response team a call anytime at (916) 587-3438.

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When Businesses in Sacramento Run Into Problems With Water Damage, This Is What They Do

1/25/2019 (Permalink)

When your busy and popular restaurant has water damage, there is no time for delay. Contact our helpful SERVPRO team for water removal.

Professional Water Removal Services For Your Saturated Sacramento Restaurant

Having water make its way into your restaurant in Sacramento means that you need fast, effective water cleanup and restoration services. With access to these restoration services, you can reduce the amount of damage you may face and drastically limit the amount of time it takes to return things to normal.   

Getting help with water removal in your Sacramento area restaurant is much easier than you might think. Regardless of whether you are dealing with water issues of an internal or external nature. Our IICRC-industry standard professionals stand ready to provide you with the quality services you deserve. The fact that we are a local restoration company enables us to arrive, Faster To Any Size Disaster.

SERVPRO understands how water damage affects your restaurant. We work hard to keep the doors of your business open. Using advanced water removal equipment, experienced personnel and advanced cleaning methods to get things done right the first time. We help prevent conditions that affect your food storage, appliances, or important documents and office equipment.

SERVPRO technicians remove excess water immediately, using hand-held, truck-mounted, and submersible pumps. The idea behind our water removal service involves getting rid of any standing water as soon as possible, making the drying process that much quicker. We use portable heaters, dehumidifiers, moisture detectors, and a variety of evaporation equipment to restore the relative humidity inside your restaurant.

SERVPRO’s entire team of water removal specialists work together to provide excellent results. We use both air movers and air scrubbers to channel water caught inside of your restaurant to the outside. A process that helps quicken the drying process and promotes drying of contents found throughout the building. When contents have the opportunity to dry naturally, it dramatically reduces the possibility of developing secondary damages.

Have you found yourself facing water problems on your property? Contact SERVPRO of North Sacramento for access to quality, professional water removal services you can trust. We have highly trained professionals available 24/7 to help you confront the unexpected and regain control of disastrous situations. (916) 587-3438

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SERVPRO's Speed to Emergency Water Removal Fits the Ticket in Sacramento

12/11/2018 (Permalink)

Sacramento and California Depend on SERVPRO for Water Removal from Sport's Venues

Water Removal for a Sacramento Arena

Sacramento has multiple sports and entertainment venues designed to not only attract unique visitors to the area but also provide revenue for the city with top acts and sporting events. Much like any other commercial structure, however, this building is not disaster-proof and can get affected by disasters like water loss incidents that spread quickly throughout areas of the facility and require immediate attention. Even with a staff of custodians or maintenance workers, you need a fast response to work to prevent having to close off portions of the facility or cancel upcoming events.

Our SERVPRO team can help your arena overcome its damage, if it should ever occur, by offering in Sacramento prompt water removal and drying services. With our leading equipment, we can quickly extract the water from the affected areas of the building and get to work immediately on our thorough drying techniques. We understand the timeline that we have and work to exceed your expectations in providing a fast and effective response in the face of emergencies to limit the impact of this situation on the potential revenue for the venue.

We have specialized equipment that can penetrate materials that could have become exposed to the pooling water to effectively dry these surfaces and prevent secondary effects like mold and mildew growth. Our SERVPRO technicians have drying mats that can draw out the saturation from hardwood flooring and air movers that can force moisture from affected materials like drywall and other porous surfaces.

We can double check the quality of the extraction and drying efforts with the use of our moisture detection equipment. Thermal imagery cameras can offer temperature cues to indicate the presence of water and moisture pockets even below or behind surfaces to show our technicians where to continue to focus our efforts to ensure that the moisture levels drop to acceptable parameters.

We're Faster To Any Size Disaster; our SERVPRO of North Sacramento rapid response team can make a difference quickly in your water-damaged arena. Trust us to get the job done quickly to limit the effect that this situation has on future events and ticketholders. Contact us 24/7  at (916) 587-3438.

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Some of the Biggest Problems With Sacramento Commercial Water Damage

11/9/2018 (Permalink)

When water damage is on a large scale, you need to call SERVPRO. We have the equipment, technicians and experience to handle the job.

SERVPRO Has What it Takes for Water Removal from a Warehouse in Sacramento

Although finding a company capable of handling water removal from a warehouse in Sacramento may seem difficult, we at SERVPRO remain confident that we can handle even the largest of water removal and restoration projects in the area. Through superior logistics, networks of allied companies that act as a safety net should something go wrong, and industry-leading standards in equipment technology and availability, we handle water removal from large buildings without trouble. If you still have doubts, here are a few of the techniques we use to dry the place out quickly and thoroughly.

High-Volume Water Extraction
When a water removal project from a Sacramento warehouse calls for extraction of standing water, many companies balk at the prospect of handling such a large volume of liquid. Even worse, some may begin the extraction process under-equipped and poorly prepared, and may not remove water from the premises in time to prevent some of the worst damage from happening. We use truck-mounted extraction pumps to remove standing water as quickly as necessary, bringing in additional trucks as needed to make sure the building gets drained before damage can get any worse.

Fast Drying
Once standing water has been cleared, we can begin the process of drying the area out and eliminating moisture that has already soaked into materials in the building and stored objects. By creating targeted air currents throughout the building, we can pick up water droplets on a large scale before depositing them in buckets via our fast-acting chemical and thermal dehumidifying technology.

Care for Contents
Depending on what you have stored in the warehouse, we may have to use special preventative and restorative measures to protect the building's contents. If they present a safety hazard when mixed with water, be sure to let us know so that our technicians can don adequate personal protective equipment.

SERVPRO of North Sacramento provides industry-leading care for our commercial customers in the aftermath of a disaster and has the resources required to handle even the largest projects. Contact us at (916) 587-3438.

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Commercial Water Restoration in Sacramento

6/1/2018 (Permalink)

Water Restoration in a Commercial Building in Sacramento.

SERVPRO of North Sacramento is an IICRC 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 North Sacramento

SERVPRO of North Sacramento 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.

Warehouse Water Damage in Sacramento

2/6/2018 (Permalink)

Warehouse water damage.

Flooding and water damage events at Sacramento commercial properties are often complex with numerous issues that require a knowledgeable and flexible response. Whether we’re dealing with a relatively small water cleanup scenario or a large scale event, we work quickly to assess each unique situation and isolate the damaged area. In many instances, normal operations can continue in a temporary space while we restore your facility.

Restoring Commercial Properties Presents Unique Challenges

Our professionals are trained to be mindful of legal and environmental concerns and strive to fully restore the damaged area while working within your budgetary constraints. We understand that every hour spent cleaning up is an hour of lost revenue and productivity. So when an emergency situation arises in your business, give us a call and we’ll be there fast with the help you need.

About SERVPRO of North Sacramento

SERVPRO of North Sacramento specializes in the cleanup and restoration of commercial and residential property after a 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.

Water Damage in a commercial building in Sacramento

12/21/2017 (Permalink)

Commercial Water Damage in Sacramento.

SERVPRO of North Sacramento received an emergency call after hours on a holiday.

This commercial building experienced water damage that was caused by a sprinkler head. Our crew arrived quickly to the site and started the water mitigation work to prevent additional damage the property.

The manager of the building was so thankful that we responded so quick .

The following day our office contacted the insurance and took care of claim document.

SERVPRO of North Sacramento is a local company with national resources backing up every water removal job we take. We provide 24/7 service. If you need help with water remediation and restoration please feel free to us at (916)587-3438.

SERVPRO of North Sacramento team is highly trained and equipped to take care of any water damage.