Heavy Rainfall Brings Water Damage

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Water damage in a home can result from various issues such as plumbing malfunctions, roof leaks, and even human error, like leaving a faucet running. Additionally, heavy rainfall can cause significant problems, particularly around the foundation and in crawl spaces. Rainfall rates exceeding 0.3 inches per hour can exploit even the smallest vulnerabilities in your home. There are several ways rapid rainfall rates can cause issues and lead to household water damage, including:

• Backup of clogged gutters: Debris-clogged gutters can prevent water from draining away, causing water to stand against the roofline and potentially lead to damage.
• Leaks around windows and doors: Improperly sealed windows and doors can allow rainwater to seep into tiny cracks, causing damage.
• Poor drainage around the foundation: In homes located at the bottom of a hill or lacking adequate foundation drainage, heavy rain can lead to water buildup against the base of the home, resulting in leaks in the basement or crawl spaces.
• Leaks in and around the roof: Even a loose shingle or weak spot in the roof can allow rainwater to seep in, leading to roof leaks.
• Malfunctioning sump pump systems: Regular maintenance and checks are essential for homes with sump pumps to prevent overwhelming the system, which could lead to ineffective water movement away from the home.
• Leaks around chimneys and skylights: Homes with chimneys and skylights are particularly vulnerable to heavy rains due to aging or improper installation.

After a heavy torrential rainstorm, it's crucial to have excess water professionally extracted to minimize further structure damage and the potential for mold growth. If you encounter water emergencies, the Restoration Team at SERVPRO of Baldwin and Monroe is available to assist promptly. Reach us at (478)452-8000 or (770)267-0023.

When Storms or Floods hit Monroe, Madison, & Monticello, SERVPRO is ready!

6/6/2018 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Monroe, Madison & Monticello specializes in storm and flood damage restoration.  Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.

Faster Response

Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.

Resources to Handle Floods and Storms

When storms hit Monroe, Madison & Monticello, we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States.

Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today 770-267-0023

Weather Alert and Safety

5/9/2018 (Permalink)

Weather can change dramatically and often quite suddenly, causing severe destruction, injuries, and even fatalities. In the last few years especially, we have witnessed increasingly violent weather phenomena. Fortunately, today's improved weather alert services are often able to warn us of impending natural disasters well before they occur. This advance warning allows people to prepare themselves and their homes to weather the storm.

A key part of disaster safety is having a sufficient amount of supplies, as well as an emergency kit. A disaster kit typically includes a bountiful supply of water for drinking and cleaning, along with non-perishable canned or packaged foods, a can opener, a first aid kit, flashlights and batteries, cell phones and chargers, emergency phone numbers, and a radio. Other useful items to have are prescription medications, supplies for infants and pets, cash, matches, and personal hygiene items.

By creating this kit and packing it ahead of time, emergency preparation becomes much easier and quicker when a natural disaster is announced. It’s equally important to have a predetermined emergency ready profile, so that each person in the house knows exactly what to do when a disaster strikes. Without a proper action plan, people often tend to first panic, acting illogically, which may put them directly in the path of danger. At SERVPRO, we can assist you in preparing your own Emergency Ready Profile for your home or business.

Call SERVPRO OF MONROE, MADISON, AND MONTICELLO today and let us help you plan your Emergency Ready Profile.

Hurricane Harvey

9/6/2017 (Permalink)

Gearing up for Hurricane Harvey

Our thoughts are with those who have been affected by Hurricane Harvey. SERVPRO of Monroe, Madison & Monticello has been dispatched to aid Hurricane Harvey victims.  Our team is part of SERVPRO’s Storm Response Program.  SERVPRO of Monroe, Madison & Monticello unites with other SERVPRO Franchises to assist the victims of storm damage. 

Resources to Handle Floods and Storms

When storms hit, we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States. Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition. We respond quickly with the right resources thus limiting further damage to your property lowering the restoration cost.

Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today 770-267-0023

Rain Damage vs. Flood Damage

8/22/2017 (Permalink)

What is the difference between rain damage and flood damage to your home?

Rain damage is caused by falling water. A leaky roof or window can cause rain to intrude into your home. Gutters and downspouts can also be a large contributor to rain damage. It is important to clean your gutters and downspouts to keep the rain away from your walls and windows.

Flood damage is caused by rising water. Improper grading, failing drainage, or rising creek water are all examples of how flood damage can occur in your home. Flood damage can also cause cracks to your foundation allowing excess water to intrude into your home.

It is important to professionally dry the structure so as to prevent further damage. SERVPRO of Monroe, Madison & Monticello uses updated technology and professionalism to treat your home as it is ours. We want to help you restore your home “Like it never even happened”.

Have Storm Damage?  Call Us Today-- SERVPRO of Monroe, Madison & Monticello 770-267-0023

When Storms or Floods hit Monroe, Madison & Monticello, SERVPRO is ready!

2/23/2017 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Monroe, Madison & Monticello specializes in storm and flood damage restoration.  Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.  Our crews have had experience in storm events such as the recent Hurricane Matthew that hit Georgia's coast.

Faster Response

Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.

Resources to Handle Floods and Storms

When storms hit Monroe, Madison & Monticello, we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States.

Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today 770-267-0023

Turn to SERVPRO for Carpet Cleaning after a Storm

2/14/2017 (Permalink)

Carpets and Upholstery Cleaning

Even the highest-quality items can show soiling over time. Protect your investment by calling your local SERVPRO Franchise Professional to clean and maintain your carpet and upholstery.

Today's carpet and upholstery materials vary dramatically. The SERVPRO System offers a number of cleaning options to match any type of upholstery or carpet.

Need Carpet or Upholstery Cleaning?
Call SERVPRO of Monroe, Madison, & Monticello Today (770) 267-0023!

SERVPRO Franchise Professionals also offer a range of specialized cleaning methods:

• Bonnet Cleaning: A less aggressive method for short piled carpets.
• Hot Water Extraction: A deeper cleaning method for all carpet types.
• Deluxe Precondition and Rinse: Helps restore deeply soiled areas.
• Showcase Premier Cleaning: The most thorough cleaning method in the industry.
• Dry Cleaning: When color-fastness is an issue.

Preventative Maintenance

Carpets act as a filter, trapping dust, dirt, gases, animal hair, and other soils. All carpet manufacturers agree on actions you can take between carpet cleanings to increase the life span of your carpet.

IICRC states that 79% of soil in carpet is dry soil. Vacuuming is a key component to proper care and maintenance of carpet.

Preventative maintenance actions include: 

• Regular vacuuming
• Spot removal
• Pilating the carpet to prevent matting
• Moving furniture to change traffic patterns
• Using walk-off mats to limit the amount of soil tracked onto the carpet

Professional Cleaning

Professional cleaning can address moderate and heavy soil conditions in your carpets. How often you’ll need professional cleaning depends on soil build-up, traffic, type and color of carpeting. A good rule of thumb would be to professionally clean your carpet every 12 months. The best advice is to clean carpets before they become totally saturated with soil. If you wait until carpets look really dirty, the carpets may never be restored to their former appearance. Dirt builds up in layers, and when a carpet looks dirty you are only seeing the dirt at the tips of the fibers. More dirt is hiding below the surface down near the base of the pile, causing damage to the carpet. When a carpet is saturated with dirt, the soil has penetrated crevices and has become firmly lodged.

SERVPRO Franchise Professionals will get the job done right. For a cleaning backed by state-of-the-art equipment, over 40 years of experience and Professionals trained to the highest standards, call us today. With over 1,700 Franchises nationwide, there’s a SERVPRO Professional nearby and ready to serve you.