Why Your Approach against Mold Damage in Clearwater Matters

4/16/2023 (Permalink)

Finding mold on your property does not need to cause fear. Contact SERVPRO for effective mold damage remediation services. We are standing by for you.

SERVPRO Effectively Handles Mold Remediation in Clearwater Homes

Once your Clearwater property exhibits mold damage signs, the situation can worsen unless you intervene. It's likely to start with minor issues like a musty smell before significant problems like structural rot and indoor air quality degradation take root. Ideally, fighting mold should start the moment you notice the first signs. However, an unplanned response might not resolve the problem effectively.

The key to resolving mold damage at your Clearwater home is understanding how mold forms, thus exploring realistic ways to stop it. Professionals like SERVPRO significantly improve the outcomes because we have a deeper understanding of mold growth processes.

Essential takeaways

• Mold colonies signify underlying microbial growth 
• As mold breaks down materials, it releases problematic residues
• Humid conditions can spread contamination widely

Mold contamination is propagated by microbial growth. Inhibiting microbial growth is mandatory to defeat the spreading of contamination. Any other step, including the physical removal of colonies, can only provide temporary relief. SERVPRO technicians evaluate your property to determine what factors lead to microbial proliferation and, thus, the best way to stop it. Moisture retention around organic materials is the main factor since it activates naturally occurring spores that sprout and latch onto surfaces. 

Drying materials helps control microbial growth in the long term. Our crews find sources and use advanced drying procedures to restore normalcy. Since drying might take time, we can also incorporate chemical agents in mold control. 

Useful chemical categories

• Fungistats which slow down the growth rate
• Biocides that destroy fungi
• Sanitizers that generally reduce microbe levels

The moisture in the air

While you may focus on the moisture, affecting materials directly, the mold situation may develop from other sources, such as humid air. Humidity-driven mold can spread vastly, affecting everything, including structural materials, furniture, and clothing. Our SERVPRO crews explore unique ways to manage humidity, including improving ventilation and dehumidifying affected areas.

SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach can help you manage mold damage conveniently. Call (727) 614-0099. We're Faster To Any Size Disaster.

Commercial Water Damage Restoration Projects in Clearwater

3/13/2023 (Permalink)

SERVPRO knows what steps to take to minimize the water damage of your commercial establishment.

SERVPRO Can Assist with Commercial Water Mitigation in your Clearwater Business

Most owners of retail businesses know that appearance is critical to whether someone will want to purchase an item or not. The atmosphere for shoppers must be clean and welcoming for customers. If your business ever suffers from a water leak, steps must be taken before people walk into your store to maintain a pleasant atmosphere for your patrons. For example, if your furniture store's carpets get wet, customers will not want to shop inside your business if they step in puddles or smell musty aromas.

When our SERVPRO technicians conduct commercial water damage restoration in your Clearwater retail business, we know that cleanliness is vital. When working on commercial buildings, we always pay attention to every detail and ensure that the atmosphere inside your furniture shop is conducive to conducting business before we leave. Our goal during every project is to restore your structure to its preloss state "Like it never even happened."

For example, if your carpets get wet from a water leak, we can use a heavy-duty, truck-mounted extractor to pull moisture from your flooring materials. We can use a weighted extraction tool for thick carpets that uses the operator's body weight to squeeze the fibers to pull out the most H2O possible. We can then place an air mover under your carpeting to "float" your carpeting and dry out the floors underneath them. We can also set up dehumidifiers to pull moisture out of the air and speed up the natural drying process.

Steps we can take before we leave the project:

• Test and make sure moisture levels of contents and building materials have returned to normal
• Do a walk-thru with the building's owner to make sure we didn't miss anything
• a thorough final cleaning
• Conduct restorative carpet cleaning

If you ever have a water supply line leak inside your furniture store, call SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099.

Work With Qualified Technicians During Fire Damage Restoration in Clearwater

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Our team trains on the various kinds of fires and how they affect materials and buildings.

SERVPRO Has Necessary Skills to Restore Your Fire Damaged Property in Clearwater

Property owners go through stressful and traumatic moments when they experience fire damage incidents. It is not easy to watch the fire consume personal belongings with which you have developed a connection. Restoration technicians undergo specialized training and can help you determine what is salvageable and what is not.

Our SERVPRO technicians can clean the salvageable materials during fire damage restoration in Clearwater. If necessary, we can recommend pack-out services, which involve taking restorable items to a safe location as the mitigation happens. We can do that since we are trained by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) and are qualified Fire and Smoke Restoration Technicians (FSRT).

During the training, we acquire the following skills:

• Fire Science: We undergo training on the various kinds of fires and how they affect materials and buildings.
• Odor Control: We have the skills to neutralize odors after a fire
• Water Damage: We understand the kind of damage that the water used to extinguish the fire can cause
• Smoke Damage: We understand the damage the various types of smoke can cause.
• Insurance procedures: We understand that various insurance companies have different guidelines to follow during the restoration.
• Restoration and Cleaning procedures: We can clean and restore different materials and surfaces after exposure to smoke and fire.

Safety is paramount during restoration, so our technicians wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). For instance, we wear chemical-resistant gloves to protect our hands from chemicals and soot. We also wear face shields, protective eyewear, respirators, coveralls, footwear, and head protection.

Our team of experts at SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach is motivated to offer you the help you need when you experience a fire damage incident. Call us at (727) 614-0099 and allow us to restore your property as you move forward with life after the incident.

Water Restoration in Clearwater- Salvaging the Living Room

1/10/2023 (Permalink)

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Clearwater Water Damage Repair and Restoration

Natural catastrophes strike unannounced and can affect anyone. A terrible storm may cause flooding even in areas where it would not normally occur, significantly damaging your home and belongings. High levels of water accumulation in your Clearwater home can result from a surge of groundwater or a leak on your roof as the rain intensifies.

When this happens, contacting a water restoration company within Clearwater minimizes further property deterioration and increases your chances for successful restoration. SERVPRO has the knowledge and tools to help mitigate moisture damage and restore salvageable items. We advise you to be cautious around appliances, electrical equipment, and gas lines. Using them prematurely may cause explosions and electrical shocks. Also, some wet items, such as furniture, can be very heavy, and you could hurt yourself trying to move them.

Some items that easily sustain moisture damage:

• Wallboards and drywall
• Insulation
• Solid wood
• Floor coverings

Porous materials such as insulation, drywall, and wallboard act like sponges and easily absorb moisture. They become fragile in floods and might remain contaminated even after drying out. Any flood-damaged porous items ought to be removed and discarded, and they may facilitate microbial growth.

Refurbishing Furniture After a Flood

Furniture items are made using different materials, including wood, fabrics, and leather which respond differently to moisture damage. Wood furniture, for example, swells, rots and warps when exposed to moisture. Also, water causes wood to rot, causing it to fall apart.

Wood drying precautions:

• Avoid exposing wooden furniture to direct sunlight
• Dry wood furniture slowly to avoid warping
• Control humidity in the surrounding air

When you call SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach, we rapidly dispatch our water restoration teams to your property to assess the damage and determine a viable option to help recover your property. Call us at (727) 614-0099. We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster.

Our Water Damage Restoration Team Fixes Wet Clearwater Homes Fast

1/4/2023 (Permalink)

Water damage restoration services by SERVPRO are second to none. Call now!

Freshen Up Your Home with Water Damage Restoration

After a leaky feed line dampens your kitchen floor or an upstairs shower drain floods your living room ceiling, SERVPRO’s water restoration team can make it “Like it never even happened.” We can adjust our machinery and services precisely to your Clearwater home’s needs.

Sometimes, water damage accrues over months instead of a sudden event. Helping residents in Clearwater by providing water damage restoration services to them and their families allows us to remove disintegrated materials. Restoring your home in such situations can make it seem fresher than it felt before we arrived.

Recently displaced water can cause musty odors to develop within your home. Different phases of our work build on or strengthen other aspects, including odor control. Here are some ways our restoration efforts also reduce unwanted odors:

• Installing new materials to replace older, damaged ones,
• Opening up normally enclosed areas to aid in the drying process, and
• Treating for the elimination of microbes.

While previous materials, such as carpeting or drywall sections, may have harbored substances that produced bad odors, new materials are clean and free of contaminants. We often take extra precautions, such as waiting to bring in new materials until after we have removed all older materials and then removing particulates from the area with vacuums and air scrubbers.

The interior of walls, the underside of cabinets, and the recessed areas of stairways and closets can contain microbes, decomposing materials, and waste from vermin – all capable of creating odors in addition to the smells caused by damp wood or drywall. Opening these areas gives us access to remove rotting materials before we dry out the site. 

When SERVPRO’s water damage restoration crew works on a residence involving category 3 water, we treat surfaces with an antimicrobial. This elimination cuts down on the number of microbes producing gases and waste products – both of which create unwanted odors. Our antimicrobials also impart a clean-smelling scent.

Contact SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099. We can help you protect your investment from decay with our water damage restoration services.

Certified Mold Removal Companies in Clearwater

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When mold damage affects your home, calling an experienced remediation company is your best bet. Team SERVPRO is standing by 24/7 for your call.

Clearwater Residents Use SERVPRO for Mold Remediation

Mold contamination can appear as an unpleasant odor, a discoloration of surfaces, or the decomposition of materials. There are thousands of species of these microbes, and any number of them can affect your home environment. Generally speaking, microbes are at their worst when they infest organic matter because the digestive enzymes they produce can cause permanent damage. Synthetic or dense materials are resistant to these enzymes but require extensive cleaning and agitation to eliminate the mold problem. 

SERVPRO technicians are trained to perform

• Mold Remediation 
• Mold removal
• Mold assessments

When researching mold removal companies in Clearwater, you must check for licenses and certifications to safeguard your home. Our technicians are certified by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certifications (IICRC). According to the mold remediation standard guide produced by the IICRC, alongside Indoor Air Quality experts, there are five stages to ridding a property of microbial infestation.

The five stages of mold remediation

• Ensure the safety of occupants and workers
• Document moisture readings and infestation
• Stop mold at its source
• Destroy contaminated materials
• Fix the moisture issue

Our technicians can work with an IAQ specialist to remedy microbial infestation. We can also implement a standard procedure for eliminating the problem based on the IICRC standard guide without needing an IAQ. Often, microbial infestations are caused by past moisture issues. These can usually be corrected using anti-microbial chemicals to destroy the existing colonies without requiring dramatic demolition or lengthy lab-testing procedures. 

If inspections reveal widespread contamination, our technicians can seal off areas before demolition to ensure mold spores cannot travel. One method of controlling the spread of mold is to establish engineering controls. These allow crew chiefs to control how people enter and exit the affected area. Cleaning remediation equipment thoroughly before bringing it through the house is one example of effective containment through engineering controls.

If you discover microbial contamination in your home, contact SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach for mold remediation at (727) 614-0099.

SERVPRO Provides Expert Fire Restoration for Clearwater Businesses

9/12/2022 (Permalink)

Commercial fire damage restoration services by SERVPRO are second to none. Call now!

The Impacts of Smoke Damage on Clearwater Premises

Running a business can be challenging; however, it can quickly become overwhelming when there has been a fire at your Clearwater business premises. The impact can be widespread and costly to restore, from damage to stock and property to business disruption.

Commercial fire restoration experts in Clearwater offer an essential service when a fire occurs. They work diligently to assist business owners in putting their businesses back together. The process can be laborious if not time-consuming. Professionals must efficiently evaluate smoke damage and perform odor removal as they are complex processes. SERVPRO offers professional smoke damage restoration. Our technicians help you sift through the damage and aid in restoring your premises because we have the necessary training, equipment, and experience.

Common surfaces that may require cleaning include;

• Floors
• Office furniture
• Wallpaper
• Ceiling fixtures

Smoke odor and soot removal

Every trace of the contaminants responsible for smoke odors ought to be cleaned and underlying surfaces deodorized. Our restoration crews move quickly to remove the debris from the premises. This involves taking out materials such as charred furnishings, rugs, and ceiling tiles, eliminating all burned remnants from the property. SERVPRO then uses high-powered equipment such as air scrubbers to clear the air of particulate matter and aerosols, thus defeating odors. Even though debris removal reduces the intensity of odors, it does not eliminate them.

Thick layers of soot may cover a good portion of your premises, depending on the size of the fire. Also, depending on the material burned, the chemical composition of soot varies and can further damage other materials through staining and discoloration. SERVPRO crews use industrial vacuums to remove layers of powdery soot after fires.

Other effective methods of dealing with smoke odor

• Fogging with Ultra-low volume misters
• Injecting deodorizers with the Vaportek unit
• Thermal fogging
• Photocatalytic oxidation

SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach is available 24/7 if your business requires fire restoration services. Call us at (727) 614-0099. We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster.

The Obstacles of Fire Damage Restoration in Clearwater Beach

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What Factors Influence Fire Damage Cleanup?

After a fire, SERVPRO professionals work fast to mitigate loss and protect your home and its contents. While our response to these sites is rapid, obstacles can sometimes hinder this efficient result. 

The Temperature of the Soiled Surfaces

The heat is an essential component of the salvageability of affected materials during fire damage restoration in Clearwater Beach properties. Warmer conditions allow chemical processes to occur at a faster rate, including the movement of molecules. Cooler surface temperatures can slow the ability of cleaning products to break down soot soils and smoke damage for removal. 

Moisture and Water Damages

Water and moisture present unique and direct obstacles to restoration and cleanup. Wet materials are often more likely to stain, are often more impacted by smoke odors, and can have an additional cause for structural deterioration. Responding fire restorers must be mindful of:

• Standing water
• Trapped water in cavities
• Saturated flooring materials
• Moist surfaces

Obstacles of the Structure

Areas closed to cleaning and restoration processes by artificial barriers like destroyed structures, or heaped bulk materials can slow the restoration process. Unabated access is essential to introduce the cleaning agents necessary to prevent further destruction of the building materials.

Comparing the Replacement and Restoration Costs

SERVPRO professionals and property owners must choose what is salvageable with the expected replacement costs versus the estimated restoration charges. After a fire, the condition of building materials and contents often makes replacement and demolition a suitable solution against the lengthy and less cost-efficient surface cleanup and refinishing.

Restoring homes after fire damages is not always straightforward. There are often several obstacles keeping this cleanup and recovery from happening quickly. Our SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach team can help overcome these hurdles and get life back to normal as soon as possible. Give us a call today at (727) 614-0099.

Flood Damage in Clearwater Beach Can Impact the Attic

8/16/2022 (Permalink)

All you need is SERVPRO for all your flood damage needs.

We Overcome Flood Damage in Attic Spaces

A compromised roof or related storm damage can direct flooding to your attic space. With this confined space already a challenge based on its size alone, cleanup can be even more considerable to manage with the additional work to replace a wealth of construction materials for the roof, underlayment, trusses, and wall systems. SERVPRO helps with:

• Bulk Material Removal
• Cleanup
• Drying
• Repairs

Roof and Underlayment Components

Flood damage in Clearwater Beach can often target the outermost portion of your home first, and in the case of a flooded attic, this would mean the roof. Battered by a storm, shingles and other outermost components of the building's roof assembly can be destroyed. This construction's vulnerability worsens after a brief period, allowing greater and greater volumes of runoff and floodwater to enter the home. Repairs for this damage could include temporary build-back and full-scale reconstruction of roofing materials.

The Ceiling and Flooring Assemblies

The combination of building materials used to construct the attic, the roof, and the structure between the attic and the living floor beneath must be considered. While flooring in the attic can slow how quickly pooling water in this upper portion of your house can reach where it intends to migrate, work is involved. Combining air movers and other drying tools can help to manage trapped water in these situations.

Insulating Materials

Insulation is essential to your attic's construction but can rapidly become overwhelmed by intruding floodwater. Some of the insulation impacted can be dried and reused if SERVPRO professionals have collected and preserved it neatly. We can roll out new sheets of insulation where necessary after the attic space gets dried.

Flood damage does not have to destroy your attic. Call our SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach team to help at (727) 614-0099. 

When SERVPRO Uses Wet Vacuums for Clearwater Water Removal

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The Versatility of Wet Vacuums for Water Removal

Extraction is vital in the restoration and mitigation processes SERVPRO professionals undertake. After flooding or damaging water line breaks, high volumes of standing water could threaten the structure. We utilize multiple removal tools to help, though wet vacuums are often the most heavily called upon to complete the job.

Smaller Space Water Extraction

Water removal in Clearwater homes and businesses often relies on wet vacuums for their versatility in smaller workspaces. With many coastal homes having small storage areas for attics, flooding in this portion of the property requires a low profile and versatile extractors to help. 

Overcoming Accessibility Issues

Not all areas requiring water removal services are easy to reach or restore. With multi-story apartment buildings, for example, the portability of wet vacuums could be a benefit over running hoses from stationary units dozens of feet in the air. 

Used with Extensions and Attachments

Another advantage of selecting wet vacuums for water removal services is the attachments and related equipment to use with the machine. For example, light wands and carpet attachments provide a powerful deep suction into the flooring fibers to prevent unnecessary tear-out and replacement. Extensions of wet vacuums can include:

• Light Wands
• Weighted Extractors
• Carpet Wands

Shallow Pooling in the Residence

Wet vacuums are also suitable for managing the last bit of shallow pooling that submersible pumps or trash pumps cannot remove. At a certain depth of a couple of inches or less of standing water, prime cannot be maintained by the larger extraction units. Still, wet vacuums provide a consistent and stable removal and discharge.

Knowing when and how to utilize our water removal tools best to help your residence is an essential part of successful mitigation. Our SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach professionals has a rapid response and industry knowledge to make these loss events "Like it never even happened." Call now at (727) 614-0099. 

Necessary Precautions during Water Cleanup in Clearwater Beach

7/11/2022 (Permalink)

Commercial water cleanup for your business in Clearwater Beach needs the attention of SERVPRO. Call now!

SERVPRO Closely Monitors Water Restoration in Clearwater

Water leaks significantly impact businesses, so taking immediate action is essential when your Clearwater facility is affected. However, if your effort is haphazard, you might worsen the problems or create new ones. Professional assistance can help ensure water cleanup achieves the intended goals.

Proper planning before starting water cleanup processes for Clearwater Beach businesses premises helps ensure better control of the factors that might create problems later on. Extensive deterioration of materials from moisture exposure and personal injuries are some of the undesirable outcomes that you can prevent. SERVPRO also seeks to fulfill other goals, such as limiting restoration costs.

Crucial factors to control

• Hazardous incidents 
• Humidity 
• Microbial growth

Various hazards can develop when water accumulates on a property or during cleaning. The main risk is slick surfaces because of the wetness and cleaning products. Another problem is the cables and hoses connected to the water extractors, dehumidifiers, and other restoration equipment. Our SERVPRO technicians set up warning signs and group the wires and hoses using zip ties, thus limiting slip and trip hazards.

The Dangers of Humidity

While your focus during cleanup may be on the wet materials, there is another aspect of moisture that you should pay attention to; otherwise, it can lead to problems. The humidity that escapes into the air though invisible can be problematic. One problem from humidity is condensation which can transfer wetness from the affected sections of the house to other unaffected areas. Humid air also slows down the drying processes necessary for finishing the cleanup, creating room for unfettered microbial growth and mold development.

Actions necessary for managing humidity

• Boosting air circulation with air movers  
• Controlling humidity using dehumidifiers
• Temperature control with portable heaters

SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach has sufficient resources to manage water cleanup allowing your business to resume operations. You can reach us at (727) 614-0099. We're Faster To Any Size Disaster.

Factors That Set Fire Restoration Timelines for Clearwater Homes

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Fire restoration for Clearwater homes need the help of SERVPRO. Our technicians have the training and experience for every size disaster.

SERVPRO Expedites Fire Damage Repairs in Clearwater

It is disappointing when your Clearwater home is gutted by fire, especially if you believe you could have addressed the cause before the damage occurred. It gets worse if fire restoration takes longer than you have anticipated. One unique advantage of seeking professional assistance is getting accurate information on the expected restoration timelines.

When you know what to expect during the fire restoration of your Clearwater home, you can make alternative plans or at least adjust your outlook on the loss, especially considering that some of the tasks you may regard as minor are likely to consume significant time. Our SERVPRO crew chiefs can evaluate your property and inform you of the expected issues.

Factors influencing fire restoration timelines

• The teardown needed
• Level of moisture present
• Smoke odors

Fire damage ranges from partial to complete deterioration of materials. Partial deterioration is common in structural areas like the ceiling, walls, and fixtures like cabinets. Unlike contents that are easily lifted and relocated from the property, structural materials necessitate demolition, which takes time.

Reasons for Demolition

Teardown during fire restoration removes wall and ceiling panels, electrical systems, and insulation. These materials are removed for various reasons. The boards may be heavily soiled or charred. Electrical systems such as wires are compromised by the heat which melts their insulating covers. Wall and ceiling insulation accumulates soot residues or loses its insulating properties. Our SERVPRO technicians have sufficient equipment, including circular saws for cutting and heavy-duty vacuums for removing insulation that helps expedite the demolition.

Moisture and odors are part of fire damage. Although they are less prominent than the rest of the issues, they can be tedious to address. For instance, getting rid of moisture absorbed by materials requires time-consuming evaporation. Our SERVPRO crews set up several air movers and dehumidifier units to expedite drying.

Sources of moisture during fire damage

• Firefighting processes
• Cleaning actions
• Damage appliances or pipes

SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach considers the time required to complete fire restoration critically, thus expediting the process. You can reach us at (727) 614-0099. We're Faster To Any Size Disaster.

Valuable Technical Skills for Mold Remediation in Clearwater Homes

7/11/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO provides excellent mold remediation services for Clearwater homes. We are ready at a moment's notice.

SERVPRO Mold Restoration in Clearwater Is Professional

Your Clearwater home may be clean and well maintained, but mold might still develop. Mold contamination is driven by natural factors like the presence of moisture and organic compounds providing a food source. Since these factors are readily available everywhere, mold remediation can be challenging once your home is infested.

A suitable skill set can expedite mold remediation in Clearwater. That way, it is easy to address the physical changes the infestation causes and fix the underlying conditions that fuel its growth. SERVPRO provides teams trained in different fields to help resolve mold issues in properties.

Critical skills that facilitate remediation

• Applied microbial remediation
• Water restoration
• Applied structural drying 

Mold development is a multistage process that starts from microscopic matter (spores) and progresses to the visible colonies and, finally, the physical deterioration of materials. The colonies can often develop in hidden areas beneath wallpaper and wall or ceiling spaces covered with sheetrock. Only an AMRT, Applied Microbial Remediation Technician, fully understands all the unique characteristics mold exhibits as it develops in a property. Since our SERVPRO teams include such technicians, we can inform you on the best action to take, whether cleaning or removing the entire materials depending on the development stage.

Moisture Management to Control Mold

Wetness is a catalyst for mold development since it activates the microscopic spores occurring naturally in the air. If an area has a continuous moisture supply, all other steps to control mold can only deliver temporary results. SERVPRO provides water restoration technicians to handle the moisture issues in your house while we deal with the contamination. We can set up dehumidifiers in the house for humidity control and use thermal cameras to locate hidden leaks or moisture spreading in hidden areas.

Moisture sources

• Steam from cooking and bathing
• The wetness from pinhole pipe leaks
• Moisture-wicking from the foundation

SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach has highly skilled teams handling mold remediation, dealing with the contamination "Like it never even happened." Call us at (727) 614-0099.

When Your Dollar Store in Clearwater has Fire Damage

6/14/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO provides quality commercial fire damage restoration in Clearwater. Call now!

Keeping Businesses Open by Eliminating Fire Damage

We want to help you keep your store’s doors open in Clearwater. By doing fire damage remediation in Clearwater, we can accomplish that for you. Fires create heat and smoke, along with dangerous flames. Putting them out leaves your business damaged, including strongly unpleasant odors and filthy soot.

Your customers want a pleasant shopping experience. We work diligently to make this a reality again. Our crews use different methods to make it “Like it never even happened.” You might find us using any of the following:

• Soot-absorbing erasers on walls and other flat surfaces,
• Air scrubbers and hydroxyl generating machines, and
• Thermal fogging machines.

Team members also spend time working on upper sections of walls near the corners to prevent soot tags (which resemble spider webs) from forming in the future. These tags commonly appear with fire damage and are not caused by spiders.

When working, we use all applicable protection measures. This includes both those designed for personal wear, such as our use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and other general measures. This might include plastic sheeting around areas where soot might exist to prevent its spread to now-clean areas.

As SERVPRO crews work within your store, we typically attempt to work in a manner that poses as little hindrance to your employees and customers as possible. Whenever time constraints require specific activity, please inform us so we do not interfere in your daily operations. As another local business, we understand that the public is crucial for your business’ soundness.

Fire damage is an ongoing threat to your inventory and your furnishings. Soot that works into your computers can cause you to lose anything stored on them. It can cause other electronics to stop working, including security cameras and electronic doorways. It can discolor inventory and foul up the air. When this happens, we can help.

The fire damage remediation crew at SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach is here to help. Just call us at our 24-hour service line, (727) 614-0099.

You Need Water Cleanup for Leaks in Your Clearwater Rental

6/14/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO water cleanup technicians are IICRC certified and trained. We are ready at a moment's notice.

Accumulated Dirt and Grime Solved by Water Cleanup

Dust is constantly present in even the cleanest residence, containing microbes, pollen, microfibers, and the finest soil particles. Moisture combined with settled dust can create crud in hard-to-reach areas. SERVPRO’s water cleanup team in Clearwater uses scalable methods to suit each job’s specific, precise needs.

When leaks drip water along water lines in your Clearwater property, water cleanup can preserve things and eliminate the chances of deterioration. SERVPRO’s wide range of tools includes:     

• Infrared cameras that detect moisture and water,
• Extraction devices that can handle any quantity of water, from minute amounts to thousands of gallons, and
• Cleaning equipment – buckets and mops, sponges, brushes, whisks, tubing, and more.

Leaks can happen in areas without water lines, also. Around windows, especially if the window is several years old. Seals can warp, shrink, and disintegrate, letting rainwater inside the house’s envelope. Such moisture can become trapped between the exterior and interior surfaces in that area. Missing shingles and gaps in siding provide paths that precipitation can pass through.

Condensation inside refrigerators can overflow the drip pan, and unbalanced dishwashers can leak hot, soapy water onto the floor. Unlike these ongoing situations, water in a washing machine can overfill when too many items are packed inside but can still lead to unfavorable conditions sporadically.

Cleaning up watery messes might seem unimportant and a temporary problem to many. However, we can provide infrared images that show any areas containing excess amounts of moisture. After discovering these locations, we clean them of not only water but also soil, dust, and grime. SERVPRO technicians can help protect your investment from water damage.

Call SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099 for water mitigation services when you discover leaks around appliances, along walls, or anywhere else. We can help with any severity of damage and protect your property.

Why SERVPRO is Chosen for Mold Remediation in Clearwater Beach

6/14/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO mold remediation experts have the skills and training for every phase needed for your home.

Materials Vary in Degrees of Clearwater Mold Damage

Depending on the location of your Clearwater Beach home’s mold damage, SERVPRO’s experts decide on which response is most cost-effective for your family. Your residence's actual building materials, furnishings, and your family's personal belongings inside are all made of different, assorted materials. Plastic, wood, metal, glass, textiles, leather, and much more can all be affected by microbes.

Residents in Clearwater Beach can find mold damage within their domicile on almost anything that has gotten damp for more than a day or two. The first impulse might be to throw away anything with mold or mildew.

Some items, like clothing or paper-based things, can rarely get clean enough to salvage. Dotted stains remain, rendering it unsightly and smelly, regardless of which technique we employ. Other items are more difficult for microbes to ruin, and we can save those for your future use.

SERVPRO technicians know which items we can restore and eliminate microbial damage:

• Glassware, including most other glazed things,
• Metal belongings, and
• Harder plastics.

Spending little time on non-salvageable items except to note their loss for insurance purposes leaves more time to restore those belongings that we can save for you. However, we want you to know that if something holds sentimental value for your family, please, inform us so we can attempt to find a third-party restorer if you wish to pursue that option.

When building materials like your home’s interior walls show mold damage, we can check with a technique that lets us see inside the wall. If mold is present, we can enclose the area, create a negative pressure system, and remove the wall section to eliminate the microbial infestation (Mold Remediation: MRSR1163 license). We then rebuild the wall (CBC-1250662 license), repaint, and leave things “Like it never even happened.” 

SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach has the experienced and skilled team you need when mold damage occurs inside your home. Call us at (727) 614-0099 for prompt service.

SERVPRO Helps with Fire Damage Restoration in Clearwater Beach

5/12/2022 (Permalink)

Explore your options with SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach.

Replace or Restore After Fire Damages Your Clearwater Beach Home – Call SERVPRO

Fire damage restoration in Clearwater Beach involves replacing damaged contents and structure and restoring much of the contents. Many homeowners assume that they must replace everything; however, it is often less costly and takes less time to restore and repair damaged contents than it does to replace them.

SERVPRO works closely with the homeowner and their insurance company regarding fire damage restoration decisions in their Clearwater Beach home. 

Many fires are localized in kitchens. Fire damage is often contained to the kitchen. We find smoke residues distributed throughout the home. We use controlled demolition techniques to minimize structure replacement in the kitchen and damage to other home areas. Many nonporous items can be cleaned, sanitized, and held in a staging area until the home is fully restored.

The fire damage is usually contained in the immediate area of the fire. We fine smoke residues and odors distributed throughout the home. We inspect the house for the type of residue and apply the appropriate cleaners to clean all surfaces and contents in the home. Grease fires produce oily residues and smear when rubbed unless you use the proper cleaning agent. Hotter fires have light, fluffy residues, which can be easily removed by sweeping or vacuuming.

SERVPRO fire specialists prepare and review all recommendations for restoring your home with the homeowner and the insurance company. We explain which items we can restore, repair, or need to be replaced and take the appropriate action agreed to by the homeowner and their insurance adjuster.

Services provided by SERVPRO include:

• Fire and smoke damage restoration
• House fire clean up
• Smoke damage removal and cleanup

Call the fire damage restoration specialists from SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach and nearby areas for assistance. We can help 24/7. Call (727) 614-0099.

Need Help with Flood Damage from Storms in Clearwater – Call SERVPRO

5/12/2022 (Permalink)

When flooding hits your area, you need to call the technicians at SERVPRO.

SERVPRO Provides Flood Damage Repair and Restoration Services in Clearwater

Storms can cause much flood damage in Clearwater homes, and no home is exempt. Water pooling on flat roofs can leak into living areas. Shingles or siding ripped away by high winds allow rainwater to penetrate the home. Floodwaters can inundate a home in minutes, bringing debris, silt, and contamination into the house. In all cases, it is extremely important to remove water and moisture before secondary damage to the structure occurs.

SERVPRO responds within four hours of your call to provide flood damage restoration to residents of Clearwater. Our initial approach is to remove standing water and debris and provide board-up services to cover broken windows, doors, and punctured walls and roofs. We focus on reducing and controlling the amount of secondary damage caused by hours of water standing in your home. We use high-capacity pumps, water extractors, and air movers to remove the water and reduce humidity levels to normal.

Secondary damage such as wood products absorbing water and swelling includes hardwood floors, particle board used in many furniture items, and cupboards. Compressed wood products used as subfloors and carpets can delaminate (carpet fibers separating from the backing) and mold colonies begin growing in 24 hours or less. Quickly removing the water and moisture is paramount to reducing secondary stormwater damage.

Our team also retains a general contractor license allowing SERVPRO to offer controlled demolition and removal services and repair exterior surfaces such as the roof and siding. Interior repair and restoration services are also available.

Our emergency storm and flood damage services include:

• Water damage repairs
• Water clean up
• Water removal services
• Water damage remediation

Call the flood damage restoration specialists from SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach and nearby areas for assistance. We can help 24/7. Call (727) 614-0099.

Water Damage in Clearwater Requires Fast Response – Call SERVPRO

5/12/2022 (Permalink)

Contact SERVPRO to effectively tackle the water damage in your property. Call now!

Why is Water Damage Cleanup and Repair Important in Clearwater – Call SERVPRO

Water from plumbing leaks in Clearwater homes can create a mess and cause damage to walls, cupboards, and flooring materials if the leak is not contained and the water removed. Water travels to the lowest point, disguising the source and causing damage as it travels inside walls, under cupboards, and flooring. Residents should shut off the water supply, mop up noticeable water pooling and call for help before permanent damage occurs.

SERVPRO provides water damage remediation in Clearwater and surrounding areas. Our team responds within four hours of your call. It begins deploying whatever resources are needed to remove excess water and start drying operations. We use drying mats on hardwood floors to withdraw moisture lurking in the spaces between the hardwood planks. Water extractors are used to remove water and moisture from carpets and the underpad below to avoid damage to the subfloor.

We use water sensors to check for high moisture levels inside walls or under cupboards. We drill access holes into these areas to remove water and blow dry air in to dry these areas. SERVPRO deploys high-capacity air movers and dehumidifiers to reduce moisture and humidity levels to normal levels.

We believe that the fast response and focused water and moisture removal will limit the amount of secondary damage caused by wood product swelling and mold formation, which can begin in as little as 24 hours. Mold can cause health effects for many consumers.

Our water damage removal services include:

• Water removal services
• Water damage remediation
• Water clean up
• Mold inspection and removal

Call the water damage specialists at SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach and nearby areas for assistance. We can help 24/7. Call (727) 614-0099.

SERVPRO Provides Commercial Fire Restoration in Clearwater Beach

5/4/2022 (Permalink)

Commercial fire damage restoration is no easy task. SERVPRO has the manpower and equipment for every size disaster.

Need Emergency Commercial Fire Restoration in Clearwater Beach – Call SERVPRO

Emergency fire restoration in Clearwater Beach is a high priority for business owners. Until they can erase all signs and odors from the property and the building, they cannot reopen for business. Every day represents lost revenue and potentially lost customers unless they can relocate temporarily.

SERVPRO provides emergency commercial fire restoration services in Clearwater Beach and surrounding areas. We are on-site in less than four hours from your call and immediately develop and implement a plan to return your business to normal operations as fast as possible. We work with your stakeholders, including the owner of the building, your insurance company, and your employees, too:

• Remove fire damaged contents and structure
• Complete water and fire damage restoration
• Smoke damage and odor removal

Every fire is different. If the fire has been confined to one area, we can erect barriers to separate the undamaged from the damaged areas of the building. Some commercial businesses can continue to operate in this area at a reduced capacity. All of the walls, floors, and contents are cleaned, and if reconstruction is needed, we can help with that. We have a full suite of business services contractors available to help with repairs.

SERVPRO coordinates all the activity on-site, minimizing the time you need to focus on restoration. Our clients can spend their time focused on their customers, suppliers, and employees while we deal with returning your commercial building to its original condition, “Like it never even happened.”

Let our team a SERVPRO help your team return to normal business activities. We have the experience, the knowledge, the team, the equipment, and the partners to help you deal with your emergency.

Call the commercial fire restoration experts at SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach and nearby areas for fire restoration assistance. We can help 24/7. Call (727) 614-0099.

SERVPRO Can Help Clean Up Flood Damage from Storms in Clearwater

5/4/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO storm damage restoration specialists have the technology and experience for all problems needing answering.

Need Help with Flood Damage Restoration and Repair in Clearwater – Call SERVPRO

Once floodwaters have inundated their home in Clearwater, residents never want to go through the experience again. After dealing with the damage caused by the floodwaters, the contamination, and the disruption to their lives, many consider how to reduce or restrict future flooding events and reduce the total amount of damage.

SERVPRO provides flood damage restoration and repairs to Clearwater residents and business owners. We remove standing water using high-capacity pumps and begin drying their home and contents immediately. Fast action mitigates the amount of damage by reducing secondary damage to many porous materials such as particleboard, hardwood flooring, and drywall. Contents and structures are cleaned, dried, and sanitized. All cleaned items are stored in a staging area until they can be returned to the premises.

Clients should avoid hesitating to call us. We have our teams ready to go whenever a major storm event is predicted. Our fast response can reduce the total damage significantly. For example, mold colonies begin to form in as little as 24 hours. Mold can cause health effects, and in most cases, state regulatory guidelines must be followed to remove any mold in your home safely.

Reducing the damage from future storms is another key advantage of using the SERVPRO team. We can return your home to its original condition, “Like it never even happened.” However, the next storm can sometimes cause similar damage to occur. We can provide comprehensive mitigation encapsulation recommendations to help reduce future flooding damage to your property.

SERVPRO provides the following services to our clients:

• Water Clean Up
• Flood Damage Restoration
• Flood Damage Repair and Mitigation

Call the flood damage restoration experts at SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach and nearby areas for fire restoration assistance. We can help 24/7. Call (727) 614-0099.

SERVPRO Provides Mold Remediation Services in Clearwater

5/4/2022 (Permalink)

Mold remediation for your home is no DIY project. SERVPROs team of experts will be on-site within 4 hours of the initial call.

Need Mold Remediation Assistance in Clearwater – Call SERVPRO

A mold infestation in your Clearwater home or business can easily sneak up on you. A little moisture, warmth, and an organic food source are all that is needed. Mold colonies can form within 24 hours, producing a strong, musty odor in your home or business. Many people ignore the signs of a mold colony until it is too late. Contents and even structures can be damaged by heavy mold infestations and colonies, not to mention a strong, musty odor emanating from the infested area.

SERVPRO provides mold remediation and repair to Clearwater homes and businesses and the surrounding area. Our team of mold experts can assess the situation and prepare a plan to remove mold and avoid contamination of the additional regions of your building. Depending on the extent of the infestation, local and state laws may require specific protocols and documentation to be adhered to.

Since mold can cause health effects, it is essential to contain the infestation and prevent mold spores from circulating throughout the building while mold removal and sanitization are applied. SERVPRO installs plastic barriers and negative pressure rooms to exhaust spores while removing mold from surfaces and contents. We may need to remove portions of the structure in severely contaminated situations. Once the mold removal is complete, our building services team can help with repairs and reconstruction to reduce your home or business's time for a full recovery. We provide a full-service solution to ensure the entire time needed to remediate the mold infestation is minimized.

SERVPRO provides the following mold remediation services:

• Mold inspections, remediation, and removal
• Black mold damage removal and damage repairs
• Controlled demolition and building back
• Assessment, documentation, and guidance following local and state law protocols.

Call the mold remediation experts at SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach and nearby areas for assistance. We can help 24/7. Call (727) 614-0099.

SERVPRO Limits the Effects of Flood Damage in Clearwater Beach

2/23/2022 (Permalink)

Storms are a 365 day event in our area. SERVPRO is your one-stop-shop for storm damage remediation.

How Does SERVPRO Prevent the Long-Term Effects of Flood Damage in Clearwater Beach Homes? 

Dealing with flood damage to your Clearwater Beach home can be an intimidating prospect. However, the aftermath of the injury can be controlled if you act fast and hire professionals like SERVPRO.

SERVPRO techs understand that the best way to prevent the lasting effects of flood damage to your Clearwater Beach home is by getting rid of the water as quickly as possible. Consequently, the focus of the restoration efforts in the initial stages is to eliminate any standing and free water from your property. We use powerful extractors to pump out the bulk of the water from the property. However, deep extraction tools are often needed to remove the water soaked into the carpet and flooring. 

The Role of Deep Extraction Tools in Flood Restoration of Clearwater Beach Homes

SERVPRO techs use deep extraction tools to remove water-soaked into carpets after a flooding incident at your Clearwater Beach property. These extraction tools can be either self-propelled or stationary.

• Self-propelled extraction tools: These tools are powered by an independent motor that moves the unit over the carpet at a constant rate. The equipment compresses the carpeting and padding and squeezes the water out. Some extraction tools that SERVPRO techs use also allow the restorer to 'ride' on the unit to provide additional weight.
• Stationary tools: These extract water from carpet and pad using only the weight of the water damage restoration professional standing upon the device. A vacuum system is attached to the device, pulling water through a series of tiny holes in the unit's base.
  

Call SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099; our technicians are available 24/7 to answer your questions.  

Can SERVPRO Help Clearwater Homes After Fire Damage?

2/16/2022 (Permalink)

Smoke and soot affect everything they touch. SERVPRO has the tools and techniques to restore your home.

How Do SERVPRO Techs Clean Hardwood Furniture After Fire Damage in Clearwater Homes? 

The smoke and soot after a fire damage incident in your Clearwater home can have a considerable impact on the contents, including hardwood furniture. The type of finish on the furniture and the extent of the damage affects the success of SERVPRO's restoration effort.

SERVPRO techs use dry and wet cleaning methods to remove residue from hardwood furniture after fire damage to your Clearwater property. If the wood surface is unfinished, smoke and residue particles can easily penetrate the pores making it difficult to clean. SERVPRO techs use dry cleaning with the help of sponges and scrubbers to clean unfinished hardwood furniture.

The Extent of Smoke Damage Determines SERVPRO's Success in Restoring Hardwood Furniture in Clearwater

Although SERVPRO techs make efforts to clean the smoke and soot residue from hardwood furniture from your Clearwater home, certain situations make it impossible to restore the items.

• Blistering: Depending on how close the surface of hardwood furniture was to the heat line, it can show blistering or scorching. In such situations, the smoke can penetrate the finish and cause permanent discoloration that is not restorable.
• Staining: While SERVPRO techs can quickly remove dry smoke and soot particles, the situation gets tricky if the smoke residue is wet and sticky. Residue from a protein fire can cause smoke damage that permanently stains the hardwood furniture, making it unfit for restoration.

What Type of Cleaning Agents are Used on Hardwood Furniture?

For cleaning mild residues from hardwood surfaces, SERVPRO techs use gentle alkaline detergent solutions and clean in the direction of the wood grain. Once the cleaning is done, the techs apply oil-based furniture polish to replenish the wood's natural oils.

Call SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099 for fast and efficient service. 

SERVPRO Saves Time and Money in Water Damage Repair in Clearwater

2/9/2022 (Permalink)

Do you know how to dry water damage? SERVPRO does! Call us today!

How Do SERVPRO Techs Measure Humidity During Water Damage Repair in Clearwater Homes? 

Dry air is perhaps one of the most essential tools for drying wet materials at a restorer's disposal. Hence, the SERVPRO techs need to be able to measure the moisture in the air accurately during water damage repair of your Clearwater home.  

SERVPRO techs express the humidity of air during water damage repair in Clearwater using two ways:

• The relative humidity is the ratio of air's moisture at any given temperature to the maximum moisture it can hold at that temperature expressed as a percentage. As the temperature of the air increases, its moisture-holding capacity also increases.   
• Humidity ratio is the proportion of the weight of water vapor (measured in grains) preset per pound of dry air measured at a given temperature. 

Why Do SERVPRO Techs Prefer Humidity Ratio Over Relative Humidity During Water Cleanup in Clearwater?

While both relative humidity and humidity ratio are a good measure of the amount of moisture present in the air, SERVPRO techs generally prefer to rely on humidity ratios for their calculations. As the temperature has a tremendous effect on the properties of air, relative humidity is not a good indicator of the quantity of moisture present in the air.  

On the contrary, the humidity ratio measures the actual amount of moisture present in the air, and consequently, it is a better indicator of how wet or dry it is.

What Equipment Can Measure the Humidity Ratio of Air?

One of the most trusted devices that can give a restorer an accurate measure of the humidity ratio of the air is a thermo-hygrometer. These can also measure vapor pressure and dew point of the air.

Call SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099 with any questions or concerns.

Discover How to Handle Mold Remediation in Clearwater Homes

1/27/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO will get to the root of your mold problem and work to eliminate and prevent further growth. Call us today for assistance.

SERVPRO Offers Reliable Mold Remediation in Affected Clearwater Residences

Mold damage in your property can cause health problems to your family if ignored for an extended period. Mold often grows within 48 to 72 hours after a water intrusion incident in buildings. Professional restorers like SERVPRO can help you to remediate mold successfully.

If mold remediation in your Clearwater property is not done quickly enough, it might spread to other areas where there is moisture. Excess moisture can be caused by water from various sources on your property. Mold development is unlikely to occur if the space is sufficiently ventilated.

SERVPRO approaches mold remediation using updated equipment and innovative techniques. Our team responds in a quick manner because we understand how fast mold spreads. We start by performing a thorough inspection to determine the extent of mold damage within your property.

Our SERVPRO restorers can use inspection cameras and borescopes to look into cavities to examine the construction method and determine the presence of visible contamination. Cavities like telecommunication chases can be expensive to repair if dismantled for inspection. 

Borescopes feature an objective lens at their tip, similar to a camera lens. It creates an image of the object that restorers are viewing. An optical relay follows the objective lens and transmits the picture down the tube. We can also use motorized inspection cameras to inspect for contamination inside the ductwork.

We choose specific equipment because: 

• So as not to damage the building.
• It allows us to scan more places in a shorter amount of time. 
• It will enable us to examine tough to reach areas.

We have innovative products at our disposal that assist us in removing mold from the damaged region. Our SERVPRO technicians can use sporicides and disinfectants that act against fungal spores and bacteria. The products minimize the chances of mold growth reoccurring and keep a home’s surfaces clean.

Contact SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099 for efficient mold remediation services. We have hi-tech equipment and innovative techniques to handle mold damage to make it “Like it never even happened.”

How to Perform Commercial Fire Damage Restoration in Clearwater

1/21/2022 (Permalink)

If your business is affected by fire damage, call the experts at SERVPRO right away. We are available 24/7.

Hire a Commercial Fire Damage Restoration Service in Clearwater Like SERVPRO

A kitchen fire in your hotel may cause significant fire and smoke damage, and quick action is required to avoid further destruction. Skilled fire damage restorers lower the risk of lasting degradation of wood, drywall, and carpeting, among other materials. It is necessary to recruit the help of a reputable restoration company, such as SERVPRO, which has extensive experience in fire repair.

SERVPRO restorers are trained and certified to offer commercial fire damage restoration services in Clearwater. Our professional restorers respond as rapidly as possible to our customers’ emergency calls to evaluate the extent of the damage. 

Our team of technicians can:

• Board up any openings, including doors and windows. 
• Perform Smoke and soot cleanup. 
• Perform water damage restoration.
• Perform odor removal.

Even seemingly undamaged interior walls and ductwork can be contaminated by smoke and soot. Cooking appliances and equipment in your hotel including, stereos, and laptops, among other electronic devices, can be damaged. Smoke and soot are acidic. They can corrode metals and stain any porous surface if not extracted immediately using specialized cleaning chemicals and techniques. Our SERVPRO restorers can use a natural fabric brightener along with shampoo super concentrate to remove oxidized stains from wool carpets or cotton surfaces.

It is important to get rid of fire odors as soon as possible because odor-causing substances can permeate so profoundly that they are impossible to eliminate. Incorrect techniques can exacerbate the problem. In addition to cleaning buildings with our odor-blasting equipment, our SERVPRO technicians can use air scrubbers to remove gases, airborne particles, and odors from the air. These devices pull out dirty indoor air through a series of filters, capturing gases, odors and particles. They then exhaust clean air back into the environment. HEPA filters can capture particles as small as 0.3 microns in size. The activated potassium permanganate and carbon filters eliminate many odors and gases by attracting odor molecules to the filter through adsorption.

After a fire in your hotel, contact SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach to restore a healthy environment for your staff and customers. Our 24-hour hotline is (727) 614-0099.

Learn How to Address Storm Flood Damage in Clearwater Beach Homes

1/12/2022 (Permalink)

If flood waters wreak havoc on your property, call the experienced professionals right away.

SERVPRO is Qualified to Handle the Storm Flood Damage in Clearwater Beach Properties 

When your house sustains storm flood damage, it is critical to contact an experienced restoration company like SERVPRO as soon as possible. If neglected for an extended period, the floodwater can cause structural damage and weaken the foundation of your home. Attempting to rehabilitate the afflicted area without the necessary knowledge and tools can result in significant damage.

We have the experience and equipment to handle storm flood damage in Clearwater Beach homes. We can restore your property to its preloss state quickly and effectively. SERVPRO’s flood damage restoration service involves:

• Rubbish removal
• Floodwater removal
• Drying the structure
• Deodorization

Rubbish Removal

Our team can remove contaminated porous materials and bag them carefully in 6-mil polyethylene bags. We can move solid debris like bags of carpet, carpet pad, and drywall to a decontamination chamber. Within the chamber, we bag them again to cover any contamination of the surface of the original bag. After double bagging, we move the debris into an unaffected area and place it close to the dumpster or work vehicle.

Water Extraction

Our SERVPRO team of restorers can remove floodwater in your home using electric submersible pumps. The equipment eliminates the suction lift limitations and offers quiet, continuous operation. Electric submersible pumps have a wide range of capacities. Small portable units can move from 100 to 18,000 gallons of water per hour through a ¾″ to 4″ hose.

Drying the Structure 

Our restorers can use air movers to increase the evaporation rate. We can also use portable desiccant dehumidifiers to create negative air pressure in the damaged area.

Deodorization

Deodorization deals with imagined and real odors. Odors are the smells that real substances interacting with the nose causes. Psychological or imaginary odors are what people think they smell. Our SERVPRO technicians can use ultra-low volume (ULV) foggers to dispense solvent-based and water-based deodorizers to your home. ULV foggers generate tiny deodorants or particles that penetrate most areas where odor particles hide.

Contact SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099 to get your home to its preloss condition. Our goal is to make the storm flood damage appear “Like it never even happened.”

SERVPRO is a Trusted Name in Clearwater for Fire Restoration

12/31/2021 (Permalink)

When you are facing fire damage, time is of the essence. Contact our certified SERVPRO team for fire restoration expertise and the equipment to help.

SERVPRO Brings a Premier Fire Restoration Service to Clearwater Homes

A fire incident can devastate your home leaving smoke and soot residue on every exposed surface. Removing such residues is a primary goal during the fire restoration of your Clearwater home, as they can irreparably damage the structure and contents.   

SERVPRO techs must capture these residues during fire restoration of your Clearwater home before they can be removed. Technicians use air and fluids to release and carry the soils away by suspending the particles. The type of smoke residue and the type of surface determine the method used to capture them. 

How do SERVPRO techs remove residues during house fire cleanup in Clearwater? 

Vacuuming the residue and dissolving in an appropriate solvent are the two ways to capture residues and carry them off to dispose of them. 

• Vacuuming: If the smoke and soot particles are dry and loosely attached to the surface, SERVPRO experts use vacuuming to capture them. As wet smoke particles can adhere to the surfaces strongly, this method is not suitable for removing wet residues. 
• Dissolving: If the residues are not loose particles, they need to be dissolved before being removed. The technicians use several solvent-based cleaning products to loosen the bond between the residues and the surfaces. 

What kind of solvents are used in professional cleaning products?

Techs use both water-based and solvent-based cleaning products depending on the type of residues. The nature and properties of the surface also plays a crucial role in the choice of the cleaning product. Solvents can easily damage surfaces such as paints and varnishes, and hence water-based cleaning products are used on them. 

If you need assistance with fire damage restoration, call SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099.

SERVPRO Gets Flood Damage Restored in Clearwater Beach Homes Fast

12/24/2021 (Permalink)

When your home is flooded, both the structure and the contents can be affected. Contact SERVPRO for effective flood damage remediation services.

Clearwater Beach Homeowners Count on SERVPRO for Flood Damage Restoration

Restoring flood damage to your Clearwater Beach home is a complex task. Hiring an experienced company like SERVPRO can help prevent long-term damage to your property by ensuring prompt and reliable remediation. 

SERVPRO technicians are trained and equipped to tackle numerous potential safety hazards during the restoration of flood damage to your Clearwater Beach home. We take safety concerns seriously and address them promptly before proceeding with emergency services and restoration work. Every water damage restoration project is different, and a proper hazard assessment is crucial for the safety of the technicians and the occupants. 

What are some of the safety hazards that SERVPRO techs face during flood restoration in Clearwater Beach?

SERVPRO is committed to the safety of our technicians and our customers. Our technicians abide by the rules and regulations under the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. As soon as the restorers arrive at your Clearwater Beach home, they undertake the process of identifying hazards and managing the associated risk. The technicians look for potential hazards within the building and any operations or activities that expose workers or bystanders to harm. Some considerations examined at this time include- 

• Overhead hazards include ceilings that may collapse due to accumulated water
• Electric hazards due to the intrusion of water in electric systems
• Slip, trip, and fall hazards due to wet surfaces
• Contaminated water
• Inadequate lighting hazards

Control measures are then initiated to manage the risk created by the identified hazards successfully.

Call SERVPRO of SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099 with any query regarding flood damage restoration. 

How Can SERVPRO Help Clearwater Residents with Mold Remediation?

12/19/2021 (Permalink)

Discovering mold in your home can be quite overwhelming. Call team SERVPRO 24/7 - 365 days a year - for mold damage remediation services.

SERVPRO Uses Advanced Technology During Mold Remediation of Clearwater Homes

Mold remediation in your Clearwater home can be a complicated affair. Not only is it important to hire professionals promptly if you suspect mold damage in your home, but it is also equally important to choose the right remediation company as well.  

SERVPRO has years of experience in mold remediation of Clearwater homes. Our 24-hour service and IICRC certified technicians make us one of the highest-rated companies in the area. We use advanced technology for mold inspections, remediations, and removal.        

What should you expect from SERVPRO mold specialists once they arrive at your Clearwater home? 

Once the technicians arrive at your Clearwater home, they perform a thorough inspection and update you with the situation. We never start the remediation process without getting a go-ahead from you. Here is what you should expect-

• Professionals wearing full-body PPE sealing off the affected area with high-quality plastic sheeting
• We use professional-grade equipment such as HEPA air scrubbers and commercial dehumidifying equipment during the restoration process.
• The techs take care of any removed mold by disposing it according to the regulations. 
• Antimicrobial chemicals can also be used in some cases to clean any remaining mold after removal.
• Assess any water damage issue, if present

Why does experience matter? 

It is crucial to hire professionals like SERVPRO who have experience dealing with mold as they are prepared for any situation and know how to handle a job of any size. Our goal is to restore your home “Like it never even happened.”  

Call SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099; our technicians are available round the clock to answer your queries.  

Can a Clearwater Beach Business Stay Open During Water Cleanup With Sagging Ceilings?

11/25/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO has the experienced technicians with the equipment and expertise your property needs after a water catastrophe. Give us a call right away.

SERVPRO Technicians are Available 24/7 for Commercial Water Restoration in Clearwater beach

Water damage in a Clearwater Beach commercial property can be far worse than a residential structure because the building may be closed for a weekend or a holiday, and the damage can compound over days. 

Ultimately, no business owner wants to close during commercial water cleanup in a Clearwater Beach structure. This is particularly true in cases with sagging ceilings from leaky pipes or water damage seeping down from a floor above. Sheetrock exposed to excessive moisture deteriorates rapidly, and ceilings and walls can fall. For that reason, it is best to close the business during the mitigation to ensure that there are no injuries to employees or the public. 

SERVPRO technicians have extensive training for handling water damage restoration services and identifying and securing potential hazards caused by the issue. The techs have not only ongoing training for the latest techniques in the restoration industry but also advanced equipment, which gives them the ability to: 

• Perform controlled demo as needed
• Water removal of any scale
• Cleaning and drying of contents
• Storage of important equipment or documents 

Reopening after a water damage incident often requires repairs. This SERVPRO location holds a general contractor license # CBC-1250662. The technicians can handle anything needed to bring the commercial property back to its normal state, including reconstruction as required, right down to the cosmetic touches such as painting walls. Also, the techs hand-clean surfaces to ensure both employees and public foot traffic enter a clean environment. 

SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099 supports the Clearwater Beach area with large and small commercial water cleanup as needed. The certified, trained technicians are available 24/7.

What Areas of Clearwater Properties Are Most Susceptible to Flood Damage?

11/19/2021 (Permalink)

Flooding can quickly cause water damage. Contact SERVPRO for water removal and remediation services.

SERVPRO Techs Have Training and Experience Handling All Types of Storm Damage in Clearwater

This area of Florida frequently bears the brunt of heavy rains, tropical storms, and hurricanes. All of these weather events can bring storm damage to various areas of the property. 

There are numerous ways that flood damage can occur in a Clearwater property. SERVPRO technicians have certification and the professional equipment to deal with the restoration service from a crawlspace to the roof. The technicians inspect properties upon arrival to determine problem areas and regions of the home that need attention first. Frequently performed actions during water damage mitigation include: 

• Tarping of roofs and broken windows to stop any further water from entering the property
• Tracking floodwater within a home to ensure it all gets extracted and dried
• Removal of home contents as necessary from high moisture areas during the mitigation 

High winds can damage roofs and allow water to enter. This unfortunate situation often continues unnoticed until the homeowner realizes their ceiling is dripping. Then the effects of the incoming water get found. SERVPRO technicians have specialized vacuums to collect fiberglass insulation for cleaning and sanitizing in our facility for reuse. If mold growth is found during the inspection, the insulation requires disposal. 

While basements are a rarity in Florida, crawlspaces are more common. Once the water begins entering regularly, homeowners should consider getting encapsulation after drying and cleaning the area. This will keep the potential for water and mold damage to a minimum. 

SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099 cleans and restores Clearwater properties that have experienced flood damage. The technicians will arrive quickly and clean up the damage, so it is "Like it never even happened."

How Can Fire Extinguishers Assist in Lessening Fire Restoration Need in Clearwater Properties?

11/10/2021 (Permalink)

If your home is damaged in a house fire, SERVPRO is here to help. Contact us for any fire restoration needs.

SERVPRO Technicians Bring Years of Training and Experience for Every Clearwater House Fire Cleanup

Increasing the odds against fire damage involves upping the fire safety around your Clearwater property. One of the basics for prevention is an accessible fire extinguisher in several rooms within the structure. Having the power to stop a fire before it spreads can help limit the amount of fire cleanup needed in a home.

SERVPRO handles fire restoration in the Clearwater area and sees the homes in the aftermath of both large and small house fires. The most important part of owning a fire extinguisher is learning when to use it and how to operate it correctly. SERVPRO techs recommend only using this tool if it is safe to do so and there is access to fresh air and no issues with toxic smoke. Other considerations include:

• Make sure all residents of the house (including pets are out) and someone has called 911
• Create a fire plan and practice it monthly, including instructing all family members how to operate the fire extinguisher
• If the fire is big, do not attempt to tackle it alone; leave the premises and let first responders handle it

SERVPRO recommends checking the smoke detectors in the home monthly. Operating a fire extinguisher is simple and remember the P.A.S.S. method, which is to pull the pin, aim the extinguisher at the base of the fire, squeeze on the trigger and continue to sweep from side to side until the flames are eliminated. 

Even a small fire can leave pungent odors and smoke damage. SERVPRO technicians can remove both the smells and visible traces of the fire in homes quickly and efficiently. 

SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099 supports the local Clearwater community for any size and type of fire restoration services. 

What Can One Expect After Water Damage in a Clearwater Beach Condo?

10/29/2021 (Permalink)

Leaks can quickly damage your home. Contact SERVPRO for the trained technicians and effective equipment to tackle the water damage.

SERVPRO Can Help Inspect Your Condo Revealing Any Hidden Moisture Damages

Although it might not seem so, determining the outcome of a Condo water leak is challenging. A wide range of damages can develop immediately or later on if the water sits in the property for long. Involving a professional ensures that any negative effects are readily identified and resolved.

The type of water damage in your Clearwater condo may depend on the amount of water spilled or the time it takes to start the restoration. Water leaks originating in unoccupied units can remain unnoticed for some time. Even water leaks that start in occupied units and are identified immediately can spread moisture to other unoccupied units where it can remain unnoticed. SERVPRO has significant experience dealing with water intrusions and thus expects such unique challenges. 

Some of the typical issues caused by water include:

• Material deterioration through rusting, rotting, or swelling
• Changes to the aesthetic appeal because stains or patches
• Damaged utilities such as electrical systems

Material deterioration can affect hidden structural elements such as the frames, transforming simple water intrusion into extensive repair works. Luckily, such deterioration takes a long time and can be prevented by focusing on reversing moisture migration. 

One simple approach our SERVPRO IICRC-certified technicians apply is using thermal cameras to check for moisture within the walls and floors. With such noninvasive resources, it is easier to probe vast sections establishing if the problem spreads from one unit to another even when such units are unoccupied. Tracing moisture migration patterns may also be necessary if there is a need to apportion responsibility to different parties.

SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach handles water damage in condos and other properties conveniently since we go in knowing what to expect. Call us at (727) 614-0099. We're Faster To Any Size Disaster.

What Is the Best Way to Handle Residues During Mold Damage Remediation in Clearwater Homes?

10/22/2021 (Permalink)

Finding mold can certainly take you by surprise. Call our experienced technicians when you see or smell mold. We are here 24/7 for your call.

SERVPRO Prioritizes Safety When Handling Moldy Materials in Affected Properties

When mold contaminates your property, one of the challenging tasks you might face is removing the moldy debris that accumulates from mold colonies and the deterioration of materials. The mold damage remediation necessary to restore preloss conditions in your property requires competency in various fields, including building services, moisture management, and management of microbial processes.

One of the best ways to execute mold damage remediation in your Clearwater home is by consulting a professional since you can access all the necessary resources needed at once. SERVPRO has considerable experience handling different levels of mold contamination, so we are best equipped to manage any amount of debris.

The most crucial aspects of handling moldy residues include:

• Safety of the structure during the clearing of debris
• Limiting exposure to the people involved
• Safe disposal of moldy materials

Mold causes unsalvageable damage to porous organic materials. Therefore, tearing them down and removing them from the structure is the best solution. Such removal takes both building skills and correct tools to execute. For example, it would be impractical to break up drywall with a sledgehammer. Our SERVPRO teams rely on better approaches, like using cutting tools and pry bars for neat and safer demolition.

Since mold debris is characterized by fine residues that can easily spread when disturbed, leading to greater exposure for the people within the property, containment is essential. Our SERVPRO technicians can use different approaches to ensure all debris is contained.

The four typical containment actions include:

• Installing plastic sheeting as containment barriers
• Setting up negative air pressure within the containment area
• Establishing cleaning rooms for decontaminating people and equipment
• Sealing HVAC vents to protect ducts

SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach has considerable experience handling mold damage remediation. Call us at (727) 614-0099. We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster.

What Does It Mean When Your Clearwater Business Facility Needs Water Removal?

10/17/2021 (Permalink)

Finding your office under water is definitely a need for water removal. Contact SERVPRO for effective equipment and certified personnel.

SERVPRO Offers All Essential Services Apart From Cleaning and Drying Properties After Water Spills

When you realize that your business facility needs water removal, it can mean other things apart from extracting pooling water or drying wet materials. The extra tasks may be difficult to complete, which is why seeking professional assistance is necessary. 

The type of actions needed during water removal from your Clearwater property may depend on the level of water spilled, the duration elapsed since the intrusion, or even the materials you have in the affected areas. Moisture affects many materials, including organic ones such as wood as well as inorganic ones like metal.

The common processes that facilitate comprehensive water removal include:

• Removal of unsalvageable floor materials
• Removal of porous wall materials
• Drying structural materials and contents
• Extraction of any water remnants

Materials might end up unsalvageable because of extended exposure to moisture leading to physical deterioration or contamination. Typical unsalvageable materials include carpet padding and insulation. Since the two materials are hidden beneath carpets and wall panels, respectively, removal requires the right skills and equipment. SERVPRO IICRC-certified technicians can handle such delicate tasks.

The amount of water left on your property may be more than you expect. For instance, if you have carpeted rooms, the water trapped on the floor surfaces is high even when there are no visible pools. Another challenge of removing such water is that simple extraction is not likely to be effective. SERVPRO has the right extractors with the appropriate vacuum lift capacity to handle such extraction. We also have weighted equipment to help squeeze out the water.

With the assistance from SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach, businesses can resolve any water removal issue. Call us at (727) 614-0099. We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster.

How Impactful Is Timely Flood Damage Intervention for Clearwater Properties?

9/29/2021 (Permalink)

Has your home faced recent flooding? Team SERVPRO can help with water removal and flood damage remediation services. We are standing by 24/7 for you.

Preventing Secondary Damage Is Possible When SERVPRO Manages Flood Restoration at Your Property

Things are usually in disarray in the aftermath of a flooding incident. It is easy to miss or overlook some important actions in your haste to salvage personal items. An effective response should be timely and take a holistic approach rather than focusing on individual items within your Clearwater home.

Flood damage in your Clearwater home continues to worsen even after the storm subsides. Issues can arise from moisture exposure, high humidity, contaminants, and even structural weakness. Luckily, it is possible to manage such issues, reducing the overall damage by a significant margin. SERVPRO crew chiefs can help evaluate your property to determine actions with the biggest impact, thus prioritizing them before embarking on other restoration processes.

Floor restoration normally involves processes like:

• Water damage repairs
• Water removal services
• Sewage cleanup

Our SERVPRO teams prioritize steps that help protect the entire structure and vulnerable contents. Installing roof tarps and boarding up doors and windows are examples of such processes. If the roof caved in during the storm, we could protect contents by covering them with plastic sheets, thus ensuring no further moisture exposure.

A thorough cleanup is also essential after flooding. The process helps remove physical soils such as mud, silt, or even backed-up sewage. It is also essential in removing harmful chemicals or biohazards deposited in the property by floodwater. Our SERVPRO IICRC-certified technicians utilize various methods, including using chemical agents, physical agitation with rotating brushes, or even pressure washing.

SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach works to ensure the flood damage response produces the expected results. Call us at (727) 614-0099. We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster.

What is The Best Way to Handle Fabrics after Fire Damage in Clearwater Properties?

9/24/2021 (Permalink)

Fire damage can affect both the contents and structure of your home. Contact Team SERVPRO for effective remediation services. We are standing by 24/7.

The Assistance from SERVPRO Helps Minimize All Fire Restoration Challenges

Fire affects fabrics in different ways, just like the other materials in your Clearwater Beach home. Fabrics differ in many ways, so it is possible to misunderstand some of the problems they exhibit or use the wrong approaches, thus worsening the damage. 

One advantage of seeking professional help when dealing with fire damage in your Clearwater Beach home is the expertise the restoration teams present. Apart from using the best restoration equipment and methods, the professionals can also help provide information that would be extremely difficult to get on your own. For instance, SERVPRO technicians can help identify the distinctive types of fabrics in the house or tell how the physical difference in diverse materials affects the restoration.

Fire restoration differs and may be classified as:

• Smoke remediation
• Water & fire damage restorations
• House fire cleanup

Since each class of restoration work may present a unique set of challenges, SERVPRO teams start by gathering information about the loss site. For instance, we may start by establishing the type of fabrics affected during the fire incident.

Typical categorization may have broad groups like:

• Textiles
• Draperies
• Upholstery

Our SERVPRO technicians can also identify the weave type of the affected materials and whether they are natural or synthetic fibers.

Taking the right steps when handling the restoration also helps. For instance, we perform pretests on different fabrics before cleaning to limit the chances of dyes bleeding or shrinkage. If we identify a heavily soiled yet sensitive material, our technicians can use less mild cleaning methods, even if it involves repeating the cleaning process. Repeat cleaning requires cleaning the material, letting it dry, and then cleaning it afresh. 

The expertise SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach offers can help you overcome the effects of fire damage, “Like it never even happened.” Call us at (727) 614-0099. We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster.

Which Water Mitigation Processes are Necessary to Save Electronics in Clearwater Properties?

9/19/2021 (Permalink)

Team SERVPRO technicians specialize in water damage remediation especially when it comes to dealing with electronics, books and fine art.

SERVPRO Helps Establish Safeguards While Performing Water Damage Repairs

Water leaks affect many contents in a house, including electronics such as TVs, microwaves, stereos, and appliances. Unlike dealing with other items such as furniture, water mitigation involving electronics is challenging since it takes more than drying to reverse the damages. 

Successful water mitigation in your Clearwater home should help prevent corrosion of the internal components of your electronic appliances after a water leak. Even if the spilled water does not affect appliances directly, the high humidity in the house poses significant risks. SERVPRO takes steps to minimize the chances of corrosion while performing other restoration processes.

Damage to electronics is more likely during incidents involving significant amounts of water like:

• Burst pipes
• Ceiling leaks
• Leaking roof from storms

The risk posed by water to electronics can be immediate or long-term.  Short circuits fall in the immediate damage category and can cause irreparable damage. Our SERVPRO technicians confirm that all electronics are unplugged. We also disconnect backup batteries and remove fuses or trip breakers. 

Temperature changes also pose risks to electronic items, especially in a humidity-filled house. Letting the items cool down beyond the dew point leads to condensation and corrosion. Our SERVPRO technicians take various steps to ensure the temperatures in the storage areas where we put electronics do not dip below the dew point. In case power is turned off in the house, we use portable generators and portable heaters.

SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach can take the necessary steps during water mitigation to save electronics or other valuable items in your home. Call us at (727) 614-0099. We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster.

Are Natural Furnishing Recoverable after Flood Damage in Clearwater?

8/26/2021 (Permalink)

When flooding affects your home, response time is essential. Contact our experienced SERVPRO team 24/7 for effective flood damage remediation.

With the Right Equipment, SERVPRO Can Restore your Clearwater Home and Contents from Flood Damage

Flooding can spell disaster for your home and contents. When large quantities of water enter a home, it immediately begins to absorb and migrate into recesses. Natural furnishings, like hardwood, can absorb moisture or suffer exterior cosmetic damage through contact with contaminated floodwaters. It is vital to bring in professional help for restoring flooding issues like:

• Leaking roof from storms
• Ceiling repairs from water damages
• Crawl space flooding cleanup 

Content restoration for flood damage in your Clearwater home can often be one of the most time-sensitive areas. Unlike the structure of your home, which can withstand exposure to water, furnishing can lose its luster or become permanently harmed through contact with water. Our technicians are fully trained to clean furniture from contamination and conduct a consistent drying process to ensure no further damage. One piece of equipment for drying large amounts of furniture quickly is an axial fan. 

• Axial fans produce large amounts of airflow at a lower pressure than centrifugal air movers. 
• More cubic feet of air moved can rapidly decrease the drying times for wet furniture or possessions. 
• Axial fans can displace humid air and water vapor with drier air by relying on an open-system drying plan. 

Drying a property quickly can help to reduce losses. Contact SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach for flood damage restoration at (727) 614-0099.

What Water Damage Restoration EquipmentI Is Useful for Drying a Home in Clearwater Beach?

8/20/2021 (Permalink)

When water damage affects your business, that can certainly cut into the bottom line. Contact the experienced technicians at SERVPRO 24/7.

SERVPRO Operates in Clearwater Beach and Can Provide Expert Water Damage Restoration Assistance

Ocean side businesses can be susceptible to water intrusion as a result of heavy rainfall and rising tides. A water emergency can scale anywhere from leaks or drips to flooding of lower levels, damaging stock, furniture and impacting business revenue. Our professional restoration technicians can recover your business quickly by implementing:

• Water removal services
• Water damage repairs
• Cleaning up after sewer backup

The process of commercial water damage restoration for your Clearwater Beach business can be tough to navigate without expertise, equipment, and experience. 

Central to fast drying times is the movement of humid air from one area to another, where dehumidifiers can pick it up. Water restoration technicians (WRT) use centrifugal air-movers to encourage air circulation. Air-movers, unlike traditional fans, produce warm air at high velocity to ensure quicker drying of surfaces. 

• Air-movers can be daisy-chained to allow multiple units to run from one power source and work in tandem to decrease drying time. 
• The low profile of industrial air-movers allows warm air circulation to be focused onto wet floors or carpets. 
• There are several positions for operating an air-mover that can concentrate drying apparatus to particular walls or wet areas in your business. 

If your business is suffering from water intrusion, contact SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach for water damage restoration at (727) 614-0099. Our business is to keep you in business.

Does Fire Damage Lead to Indoor Air Quality Issues for Clearwater Residents?

8/15/2021 (Permalink)

Kitchen fires can cause many issues. One call to SERVPRO can certainly put your home on the path to recovery from fire damage. Call our team 24/7.

A Professional Fire Damage Technician Can Remedy Indoor Air-quality Issues. SERVPRO Has Technicians in the Clearwater Area

Property fires can range from small, well-contained kitchen fires to severe housefires that affect multiple rooms within the property. Conducting fire restoration by yourself can be inconvenient and expensive when it comes to procuring equipment or chemicals for one-time usage. SERVPRO is a qualified service that is here to help you with:

• Smoke damage 
• Fire restoration
• House fire cleanup

Enacting fire damage restoration for your Clearwater home can help provide peace of mind by ensuring your home returns to a safe, habitable space. Sometimes it may be necessary to bring field testers to the property to assess the condition of indoor air quality and detect potentially harmful particulates like carbon, ash, and soot. Industrial hygienists can help to determine chemical or biological particles in the home after a fire that could be noxious. Our technicians are qualified to restore your home following certification from the National Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certifications body. 

• Correctly disposing of non-salvageable materials helps to speed up the restoration process and protect the environment. 
• Technicians can use Direct Expansion (DX) Units to control the indoor atmosphere of your property and remove particulates or aerosols. 
• Chemical action can break down organic or chemical compounds that may be causing damage to walls, ceilings, and surfaces following a fire. 

To bring your home back to its normal condition after a fire, contact SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach for fire damage assistance at (727) 614-0099.

SERVPRO Emerges as One of the Most Trusted Water Restoration Companies in Clearwater

7/27/2021 (Permalink)

Sometimes we need to remove construction elements to thoroughly dry your home. Here we have made flood cuts, exposing the structure for drying.

What Makes SERVPRO Stand Out Among Other Water Restoration Companies in Clearwater?

Very few water restoration companies in Clearwater have the experience and expertise that SERVPRO has in dealing with the aftermath of water damage. Whether it is due to burst pipes, ceiling leaks, or basement flooding, SERVPRO has you covered. 

SERVPRO's team of IICRC certified experts who understand the local conditions makes it consistently stand out among other water restoration companies in Clearwater. Our technicians work closely with homeowners during all stages of the restoration, right from planning a strategy to its execution. Our restorers are not only the fastest to the job site; we strive to get your home restored "Like it never even happened." While we work hard to salvage as much material we can during water damage restoration, controlled demolition is sometimes inevitable. 

When Will SERVPRO Techs Carry out Controlled Demolition During Water Cleanup of Your Clearwater Home? 

SERVPRO follows the IICRC S500 Standard for Professional Water Damage Restoration, which states that the restorers should open assemblies such as walls, stairs, or flooring to access pockets of saturation and remove any heavily contaminated material. 

As a result, sometimes it becomes a necessity for SERVPRO experts to remove construction components to decontaminate, clean, and dry the interior wall surfaces and other inaccessible areas. 

The material removed during the controlled demolition is then carefully bagged in a 6-mil polyethylene bag and discarded according to the local regulations. SERVPRO technicians always communicate with homeowners before undertaking any of these actions.  

Call SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099 to talk to our professionals 24/7. 

Why is SERVPRO a Trusted Name When It Comes to Mold Damage in Clearwater?

7/20/2021 (Permalink)

Is mold hiding in your home? Undetected moisture sources can lead to mold growth.

SERVPRO Techs Put Safety First During Remediation of Mold Damage in Clearwater

Restorers must understand the importance of safety during the remediation of mold damage in your Clearwater home since it is a well-documented fact that mold can cause health effects. Consequently, SERVPRO mold specialists take preventive measures that minimize the risk to the occupants and the workers alike.   

The first thing that SERVPRO experts do on reaching the site is determining the scope and extent of the mold damage to your Clearwater home. Our technicians thoroughly inspect the area for any visible signs of mold or water damage and brief you regarding the status of the property. Some of the indications that you might need mold remediation to include:

• Presence of any visible mold damage
• A strong, musty odor
• Evidence of mold in the HVAC system
• Presence of unmitigated water damage

How do SERVPRO Mold Specialists Handle Safety during Restoration of Your Clearwater Home?

SERVPRO takes steps to ensure the safety of both the occupants and the technicians during the mold removal process. Here are some of the safety steps that SERVPRO techs take:

• Establish a safe containment zone with negative air pressure to prevent the spores and fungal debris from escaping from the affected area
• SERVPRO techs always use an N-95 or greater filter type respirator when they work in small, contaminated spaces in your Clearwater home
• If the contamination is extensive, our mold experts wear full-body PPE suits.

Communication is the key to ensure your safety during mold remediation and removal. Our technicians brief you about the conditions and procedures and take steps to ensure your safety.

Call SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099 for safe and efficient mold inspections, remediations, and removals.

SERVPRO Helps Clearwater Beach Businesses by Offering Professional Water Cleanup that is Affordable

7/13/2021 (Permalink)

Your building's envelope will affect the drying time. Our techs know how the environment affects the restoration process.

SERVPRO Professionals Have a Scientific Approach to Water Cleanup in Clearwater

Water cleanup from your Clearwater Beach commercial property involves much more than removing the standing water. The IICRC certified SERVPRO professionals use their knowledge of materials science to afford a quick and efficient water damage restoration.   

SERVPRO restorers understand the impact various factors might have on water cleanup from your Clearwater Beach property. We know that any structure, especially a commercial one, is not airtight, meaning it might leak. The conditions outside the building, such as temperature, humidity, and air movement, might significantly impact the water damage remediation process. One of the most critical factors that have a profound impact on the effectiveness of a drying plan is the building's envelope.  

What is an Envelope of a Building and How Can it Affect SERVPRO's Water Damage Repairs of Clearwater Beach Properties?

SERVPRO technicians of Clearwater Beach define the envelope of a building as a structure separating the inside of the building from the outside habitat. It includes roofs, floors, exterior walls, doors, windows, and foundations. According to IICRC S500 guidelines, the building envelope can be of three types:

• Tight envelope- SERVPRO techs can control the internal drying conditions during water damage restoration without significant influence of the outside environment.
• Moderate envelope- The internal conditions are influenced somewhat by the prevailing outside conditions.
• Loose envelope- The internal drying conditions are significantly affected by the outside environment. Such a situation arises if there is any structural damage to the property.

Call SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099; we are here to help you round the clock.

Rapid Extraction of Water from Clearwater Beach Flood Damage

6/21/2021 (Permalink)

No amount of flood damage is too much for SERVPRO. We are availble 24/7 to restore your home.

Time is critical when handling flood damage in Clearwater Beach

After a flood, your home may have far too much standing water for you to handle. SERVPRO technicians are trained and experienced in handling large volumes of water in residential buildings.

One of your primary concerns after flood damage in Clearwater Beach should be removing as much water as possible in as little time as possible. For most homeowners, this can be an impossible task without help. Extracting pools of water from a house requires specialized and powerful equipment that is rarely seen outside of specialist companies like SERVPRO. Water extraction pumps may be used in:

• Water Removal Services
• Leaking Roof from Storms
• Sewage Cleanup
• Isolated areas such as garages

Most of the time, our portable water extractors can handle the situation in a matter of hours. These small but powerful tools contain built-in motorized pumps and 5-12 gallon storage tanks and can be fitted with custom hose endings. These features make them ideal for situations where a thin layer of water covers carpets and other flooring materials. After extracting as much water as possible through the pumps, we set up air movers, which create powerful air currents to pick up any remaining water droplets.

SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach stays ready 24/7 to respond to local flood damage emergencies. Call us at (727) 614-0099.

Keeping Your Home Livable During Clearwater Fire Damage Cleanup

6/14/2021 (Permalink)

Smoke and soot are by-products of fires. SERVPRO is trained to restore any fire damage your home incurs.

Fire damage in Clearwater Does Not Always Force a Move-Out

SERVPRO can complete most of our House Fire Clean Up projects without anyone moving out of the home. One of the first actions we take when responding to house fire damages is to ensure that your home stays livable if possible.

Clearwater fire damage often affects only one room in the house at a time. Under these circumstances, we work fast to seal off the area from the rest of the building in a process known as containment and stop the damage from spreading. Containment helps reduce restoration costs and ensures that other parts of the home remain functional while SERVPRO technicians work. Containment may happen for:

• Fire and smoke damage in a garage
• Water & Fire Damage Restorations in a bathroom or closet
• Many kitchen fires

Other fires may affect most or all of the rooms in a house. Under these circumstances, some homeowners may have to move out temporarily. Still, whenever possible, we focus our immediate cleaning efforts on the essential parts of the home so that you do not need to leave. Within a few hours, SERVPRO technicians may return bedrooms and a bathroom to normal conditions. Procedures done at this step include deodorization and chemical removal of fire residues from surfaces, fabrics, and upholstery.

SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach stays ready 24/7 to respond to calls for help with fire damage. Contact us at (727) 614-0099.

Stop the Smell with Professional Water Cleanup in Clearwater

6/7/2021 (Permalink)

Foul odors often follow water damage. SERVPRO has the tools and cleaners to keep your home smelling fresh after water damage.

Water Cleanup Professionals in Clearwater Help Your Home Smell Fresh After Disasters

One of the ways that SERVPRO stands out is through our deodorizing treatments. We take great care to leave your home smelling “Like it never even happened.”

Deodorization is a standard process in many of our Clearwater water cleanup projects. Many types of water damage, such as storm floodwaters or Sewage Cleanup, carry inherent smells that may be detectable immediately. Other types of damage, such as burst pipes, may take days or weeks to produce foul odors but inevitably do. SERVPRO technicians are trained not just to eliminate odors but also to prevent them. Our rapid response strategy is critical for reducing odors from:

• Water removal services
• Cleaning up after a sewer backup
• Flood restoration

SERVPRO technicians use multiple methods at once or in sequence to ensure that odors are eliminated at the source rather than masked. Less-experienced restoration professionals may mask odors with cleaning products and fresh paint but fail to address the real problem. Instead of ineffective “quick fixes,” we use advanced technologies such as air filtration devices coupled with activated charcoal. Depending on the severity and type of odors encountered, we also have thermal fogging machines and ozone generators to eliminate smells.

SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach provides fast and precise service after your home incurs water damage. Call us at (727) 614-0099.

Where Can Clearwater Beach Residents Seek Help when they Have Water Damage in their Homes?

5/27/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO teams come with state of the art equipment to wipe out water damages throughout your home. Call us at (727) 614-0099.

They Should Hire an Experienced Company Like SERVPRO to Perform Water Restoration in their Clearwater Homes. 

Water damage can happen due to a number of situations like broken appliances and water line breaks. Immediately you notice water intrusion in your residence, you need to call a team that can mitigate the damage and start the restoration process quickly. Water can ruin carpets, flooring, and furniture.

SERVPRO can provide the results you need when it comes to water restoration in Clearwater Beach. Regardless of the severity of the water instruction, our team has the capability and experience to restore your home. Our company is locally operated and can respond to water damage within a short time. SERVPRO’s location also provides a competitive advantage in returning things to normal and ensuring affordable solutions. We offer efficient structural drying and dehumidification following water damage.

Once our SERVPRO team assesses the damage, we can begin the restoration process. Our water damage remediation services may include:

• Water extraction using portable pumps.
• Drying using air moving and dehumidification equipment.
• Decontamination of fungi and mold infestations.
• Comprehensive disaster restoration

If there is mold, we can remediate it to acceptable levels. By completing the job the right way, the first time, we prevent other complications that might happen in the future. Our team has studied psychometry and that is the science of drying. High humidity can cause materials to dry slowly while low humidity promotes drying. Air temperature affects the ability of water to move out of materials and the capacity of the air to hold moisture. We can establish an initial environment that is suitable for drying. Our SERVPRO team can manipulate humidity and temperature levels to create optimal drying conditions.

When your home has water damage, reach out to SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach for help. Our skilled technicians can perform water extraction services properly. Our 24-hour helpline is (727) 614-0099.

Who Can Business Owners Contact to Help them Perform Fire Damage Restoration in Clearwater?

5/19/2021 (Permalink)

You want a team of experts on the job after your business experiences a fire incident. Call SERVPRO!

They Can Contact SERVPRO Technicians to Conduct Fire Damage Mitigation in their Clearwater Business

When a fire occurs in any part of your business, its secondary damage can spread to unaffected areas. That is why it is vital to involve professional restorers quickly to stop the damage from spreading and handle the fire damage. When looking for the best restorers, an experienced and certified team like SERVPRO.

Fire damage restoration in your Clearwater business does not only involve restoring burned items but also other damage caused by putting out fire and smoke. The sprinkler system in your business building can also cause water damage. A fire loss can also affect your commercial building in the following ways:

• Discoloration of walls, surfaces, equipment, among other surfaces.
• Smoke and soot can continue to damage and corrode metallic surfaces.
• Smoke can tarnish metal fast and cause etching in glass.

At SERVPRO, we understand the techniques needed to clean your inventory and salvage your business furnishings and surfaces effectively. Our restorers can handle every aspect of soot and smoke damage removal and restore the affected areas within a brief period. With access to the right equipment, tools, and products, we can handle fire damage of any magnitude on your property.

We can use immersion cleaning that involves using sound waves to clean our customer’s valuables. This cleaning method is effective for materials that withstand being saturated with a cleaning product. The process can clean your items without damage.

Fire damage should not be among the reasons your business doors are closed for an extended period. Contact SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach for unique restoration in your business “Like it never even happened.” Talk to us today at (727) 614-0099. 

Should You Stay or Leave Your Florida Home During a Hurricane?

5/17/2021 (Permalink)

Plan for the upcoming season with SERVPRO’s Hurricane Preparedness Guide.

SERVPRO Wants Clearwater Area Residents Keeping Safe - Evacuate When Necessary!

Once a storm is here and disaster strikes, you may not be at home with your family. Because of this, you need to prepare your home and have an emergency plan to ensure everybody is as safe as possible. But, how can you tell when it is time to evacuate? SERVPRO wants to ensure all Clearwater residents are prepared and have their emergency contacts handy in a hurricane event.

Storms in Clearwater can be unpredictable, and hurricane categories will often dictate whether you can stay in your home or if evacuation is best. For example:

• If you live in a mobile home park, you are considered high risk in Zone/Level A, which means you should evacuate.
• Outside of a mobile home park, you could be in an evacuation zone.
• You always have to evacuate your home once the zone you live in gets ordered. 

Click here to view our complete '2021 Hurricane Preparedness Guide’

If you shelter in place and your home took on damage, there are dangers and hazards to consider. SERVPRO can send a qualified team out to assess the scene and begin a clean-up plan tailored to your unique situation. Call SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach 24/7 for emergency response at (727) 614-0099.

How Can Homeowners Handle Storm Flood Damage in Clearwater?

5/11/2021 (Permalink)

Don't wait, call SERVPRO right away for expert storm damage remediation services.

They Can Call SERVPRO to Perform Storm Flood Damage Restoration in their Clearwater Homes.

A flood is defined as the covering of land that has normally dry by water that has escaped or been released from the typical confines of any river, lake, natural watercourse, or creek, whether modified or altered or any canal reservoir or dam. On the other hand, storm damage refers to flooding caused by rainwater, tornadoes, hail, cyclones, and other similar elements. 

To deal with storm flood damage in Clearwater, it is essential to contact a certified restoration firm like SERVPRO to complete the work. You also need to lodge your claim with your insurance company to send an assessor to your residence. Assessors usually report on their findings that insurers use to decide whether to reject or accept the claim. 

If an assessor cannot assess the damage, they can hire a hydrologist. The report of a hydrologist usually contains information like:

• The path the water took from where it broke its banks to your home.
• Where along the lake, creek, dam, or river, the water broke.
• The amount of rainfall before the banks broke.

SERVPRO offers 5-star storm flood damage restoration and drying services using advanced water extraction equipment. Apart from drying water from flooring and walls, we can check in crawl spaces, walls, and other hard-to-reach areas. Drying such areas requires ventilation. Wicking water slightly on walls close to baseboards is common even if water is not trapped in them. If there is water in the walls, we can remove the baseboards. Baseboards are normally made of wood in homes. To prevent damage when removing the baseboard, our SERVPRO technicians can use claw devices such as hammers, nail pullers, and thin boards to protect the wall. 

Nobody likes having a storm flood-damaged home. To get your home back to normal, call SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099. We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster. 

What Happens to the Belongings of Clearwater Residents During Fire Damage Restoration?

4/26/2021 (Permalink)

Whether the fire at your home was small or large, team SERVPRO can help. Call us right after the firefighters leave. We are standing by 24/7.

SERVPRO Can Safely Store the Contents of your Clearwater Home When Restoring Fire Damage

Sometimes property fires can be so severe that it is necessary to remove your belongings from the property temporarily. These situations can seem complicated. However, SERVPRO has a tried and tested formula for contents removal in residential properties. Usually, the task is handled by production technicians under the supervision of a crew chief.

Contents removal may be necessary for:

• Fire damage restoration 
• Fire and smoke damage
• Fire damaged homes

The process of storing contents during fire damage restoration in Clearwater may seem like a huge undertaking. With careful preparation and communication, we can create a move-out team that can clear the property without impacting the overall time frame of repair significantly.

• Clearing a workspace is essential when carrying out structural repairs, so these areas are likely to be moved out first.
• Precise coordination of non-salvageable and salvageable items is vital. Non-salvageable items can be discarded.
• By setting up packing and inventory stations, we can increase a property move-out's accuracy and efficiency. 

A professional crew is required to conduct an efficient move-out procedure. Contact SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099.

Are there Water Damage Restoration Technicians in Clearwater?

4/23/2021 (Permalink)

Carpets quickly absorb excess water. Contact our certified SERVPRO team to assess the damage and mitigate the situation.

SERVPRO Uses Local Technicians to Conduct Water Damage Remediation for Residents of Clearwater

Returning property to a preloss condition requires expert equipment. When water is involved, this equipment may include water extractors, pumps, and drying equipment. If water contamination is present, technicians may use antimicrobial chemicals or deodorants inside the property. 

The goal of water damage restoration technicians in Clearwater is to return your home to a sanitary condition. Often the draining and drying procedure is the first step in achieving that goal. Once a property is dry, the likelihood of permanent or further damage is significantly reduced. Technicians can then conduct a walkthrough of the structure to identify areas in need of restoration.

• Inspecting carpet seams is necessary after the drying procedure to ensure there is no permanent damage.
• Drywall may need to be replaced if the materials have absorbed too much moisture.
• SERVPRO can conduct painting and refinishing in the home if other restoration methods are ineffective.

Professionals can help to return your home to its preloss condition. Contact SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach for water damage restoration at (727) 614-0099.

Is Bathroom Mold Removal Expensive in Clearwater?

4/18/2021 (Permalink)

A mold infestation can quickly overtake your home. Call our certified SERVPRO team to investigate and remediate the damage.

SERVPRO Helps Clearwater Residents with Mold Remediation and Can Identify the Root Cause of Mold in your Bathroom

Clearwater is one of Florida's quieter holiday destinations that prioritizes gorgeous weather, beaches, and leisure over its close neighbor Miami's hectic nightlife. Since the mid-twentieth century, the small coastal city has been a popular holiday destination when city-dwellers began taking leisure holidays in the state's quieter townships. Clearwater beach is incredibly photogenic, with tiki bars that line the promenade, while Pier 60 is a popular walking destination with its arcade and entertainment. Like most of Florida, Clearwater maintains a solid connection to its Hispanic roots. Spanish American cuisine lines the thoroughfare, while contemporary theater productions are bookable throughout the year.

At its heart, Clearwater is a beach town. Most of the tourists passing through this region of Florida are focused on soaking up the sun or taking guided boat tours and cruises off the beach. The excellent Clearwater Marine Aquarium offers educational fun for all the family, with profits going primarily toward the study of marine life and conservation. Sand Key park beach is a fantastic leisure spot, while the palm-tree-lined beach walk is an iconic example of Floridian scenery. Out of the box, entertainment includes Sky Surfing over the bay and the Pinellas cycling trail. Visiting the many Hispanic restaurants in the historic old town is the perfect way to wind down after a long afternoon.

• Starlite Majesty is the cruise ship of choice for visitors to Clearwater. The luxury cruise ship features dining rooms, cocktail bars, and an open-air upper deck. A standard trip lasts around three hours and can be taken during the day or evening.
• Ruth Eckerd Hall is a stunning auditorium that the Taliesin Associated Architects designed. The center provides a rotating list of performance art and live music, attracting some of the biggest names in entertainment in the world. The auditorium seats 2,000 people for shows.
• Capitol Theater in the historic old town district was initially constructed in the 1920s, making it one of the longest-lasting active theaters in Florida. The curated performances cover festive plays, traditional Shakespeare, and contemporary theater. 

SERVPRO of Clearwater Can Provide Expert Bathroom Mold Removal for your Home

Wetrooms are at a higher risk of suffering from mold issues. With consistent exposure to moisture and water vapor, traditional building materials can begin to support microbial growth. Mold is a common microbial organism that grows in warm, humid spaces. Over time, mold can break down materials requiring expensive removal or replacement. Using professional remediation technicians can help to reduce long-term costs. 

• We are experts at restoring ceramic, resilient tiles, and hard flooring in residential properties. 
• Using negative air pressure machines in the affected area can help to reduce the spreading of mold spores.
• Our technicians can dispose of infectious waste professionally and legally. 
• We can apply EPA-approved antimicrobial agents

Avoid costly wet room replacement. Contact SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach for mold removal at (727) 614-0099.

Your Clearwater Restaurant Cannot Wait for Mold Damage Remediation.

3/22/2021 (Permalink)

Mold remediation is a service that should be done by a professional outfit. SERVPRO has the man power and experience that is needed for the job.

Calling SERVPRO for mold damage restoration ensures your Clearwater commercial location does not miss a beat!

No restaurant owner wants to see the signs of mold and mildew within their Clearwater place of business. Once you suspect mold damage, you need to have it cleared out quickly. SERVPRO uses powerful disinfectants and leaves no area unaddressed, including the cause of the increased moisture and relative humidity.

Dealing with mold damage in Clearwater goes hand-in-hand with the cause within your Clearwater restaurant. Because mold is present just about everywhere, all it takes is an increase in moisture to create conditions where mold spores thrive and colonize. SERVPRO addresses the water event or excessive moisture with technology such as:

• Water extraction tools to pull moisture from baseboards and within cabinets
• Injectidry technology to access wall cavities
• Suctioning moisture from flooring using drying mats, and more

Our crew always wears personal protective equipment (PPE) and follows detailed protocols for safety to handle mold damage. Our skilled technicians utilize EPA-registered anti-microbials and disinfectants to target all mold colonies present during mold damage cleanup. You can trust that our Applied Microbial Remediation Technicians (AMRT) follow best practices so that your restaurant gets back up and running sooner than later. When we finish, everything is Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned! Mold Remediation Contractor License #: MRSR1163

We’re Faster to Any Size Disaster at SERVPRO of Clearwater South/Clearwater Beach. Give us a call at (727) 614-0099, and we can send our team out to your commercial location with specialized mold remediation equipment to get to work as soon as possible.

What is the Best Way to Handle Storm Flood Damage?

3/15/2021 (Permalink)

Flood damage restoration is no DIY project. SERVPRO technicians are IICRC certified for any size job necessary.

SERVPRO utilizes a range of methods to restore your Clearwater home after you experience flood damage from a recent storm.

When Clearwater residents have significant rainfall that may lead to flooding, it is essential to react accordingly. Secondary damage becomes costly, especially if it develops into mold and mildew growth. At SERVPRO, our crew works fast to restore your home to pre-flood condition "Like it never even happened."

Regardless of the storm's severity, flood damage in Clearwater can become hazardous if moisture enters the home from the ground. Once our technicians arrive within four hours at your property, we inspect the situation to determine all water entry points. Water from a window generally gets considered Category 2, while most water infiltrating from the ground usually gets deemed Category 3. This water includes a broad spectrum of contaminants and potentially harmful microorganisms.

Some of the steps we take to mitigate and restore include:

• Removal of all affected contents and building materials. Porous items such as carpeting and upholstery may have deep saturation, which often calls for complete removal and replacement. General Contractor License #: CBC-1250662
• Sanitization of all structural wooden components. Our crew can sanitize the wooden studs and subfloors, using agents to kill off viruses, parasites, fungi, and bacteria.
• Drying of affected contents to further move through the restoration process. After antimicrobials get applied to the surface, we work on drying structural elements with dehumidifiers and air movers. 

Flood damage after a storm is no match for the crew at SERVPRO of Clearwater South/Clearwater Beach. Call us at (727) 614-0099, and we can dispatch our Green Fleet as soon as possible.

What is the Best Way to Address Fire Damage?

3/8/2021 (Permalink)

Fire restoration is no easy task. Call SERVPRO and let their trained technicians handle the mess for you.

Your Clearwater property has the best chance of full restoration after calling in skilled SERVPRO for fire damage cleanup!

Located in Pinellas County, the city of Clearwater is situated in the northwest area of St. Petersburg and Tampa. As part of the Tampa Bay Area, you have easy access to Tampa Bay as well as the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. 

Years ago, Clearwater was the original home of the Tocobaga people. In 1835, the U.S. Army began construction on Fort Harrison, which acted as an outpost throughout the Seminole Wars. The fort looked out over a bluff on Clearwater Harbor. Later in 1962, this site was excavated by archaeologists from the University of South Florida after a resident found an underground ammunition bunker while planting a tree on his property.

There are several famous points of interest within Clearwater, including:

• Clearwater Marine Aquarium – This is home to the pair of bottlenose dolphins known as Winter and Hope. These famous resident animals at the aquarium are the stars of the Dolphin Tale and Dolphin Tale 2 movies.
• Church of Scientology – This is the hub for the movement, which has given Clearwater, Florida, the title of “Worldwide Spiritual Headquarters.”
• Cleveland Street – This is one of the more historic avenues within the city, including popular attractions like Coachman Park and Spectrum Field. 

Enjoying Various Attractions in the Area

There are many reasons why so many people flock to the Clearwater area for a vacation or put down roots. You will find a vast assortment of entertainment, local attractions, and natural settings to explore. Some of the top attractions in the area include:

• The Tropics Boat Tours
• Clearwater Beach
• Spectrum Field
• Clearwater Ferry
• Pier 60
• Sand Key Park

Of course, you would be missing out if you didn’t plan a bit of a crawl to check out a few of the local eateries and bars in the Clearwater area. You will not only find wineries and breweries, but several cafes, popular restaurants, and great places for grab-and-go meals. Some of the popular stops in the area for a bite to eat or something refreshing to drink includes:

• Poke Havana for Hawaiian and Cuban fare
• The Salty Crab Bar & Grill North Beach for fresh seafood, pizza, and pasta
• Marina Cantina for unique dishes like snapper ceviche and octopus
• Rumba Island Bar & Grill for plates with a Caribbean vibe and a full list of craft cocktails
• Another Broken Egg Café for incredible morning breakfasts or great sandwiches for lunch

Clearwater Residents Benefit Most from Professional Fire Damage Cleanup, So Let SERVPRO Handle Everything for You!

Fire devastates your Clearwater home; whether a big or small blaze, how you react sets up your ability to achieve the best results. SERVPRO features IICRC-certified technicians and proven methods to get the job done.

When you call us to help with fire damage in Clearwater, there are some essential Dos and Don’ts:

• Do turn off utilities. This includes your gas, electricity, water, and other utilities until we inspect and determine damage.
• Don’t use your HVAC system or electronics. Turning on the air moves odorous particles throughout the house. Using electronics can cause further damage.
• Don’t clean clothing, furniture, or walls. Our technicians evaluate surfaces to determine the best restoration methods.

Call SERVPRO of Clearwater South/Clearwater Beach at (727) 614-0099 when you need immediate fire damage assistance.

Need Help with Water Damage in Clearwater?

2/19/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO can cleanup and restore to preloss condition a water-damaged ceiling in Clearwater.

SERVPRO Provides Clearwater Properties with Rapid Water Extraction and Drying

In the course of any given year, many homeowners can come to grips with water damage to their Clearwater homes. The reason can be from a leaky bathroom pipe to a broken appliance.

SERVPRO can respond very quickly to water damage in a Clearwater residence. We stand by our slogan--We're Faster To Any Size Disaster. The sooner we arrive and extract pooling water by pumps, squeegees, brooms, or portable wet vacs, the less chance of secondary water damage.

SERVPRO checks and begins water damage mitigation for

• Burst pipes
• Ceiling leaks
• Flood restoration

After the FNOL First Notification of Loss

Our IICRC Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification certified technicians follow industry best practices. We strive to preserve your contents, possessions, and structure and not replace them. Our advanced equipment hastens water extraction, and our drying equipment works to prevent excess humidity from causing further water damage.

Many water damaging events are not a danger to the structural integrity of your home, but to have professional assistance can afford many advantages. You can be confident that a mold infestation fueled by hidden water or moisture will not mean a call back for more work and expenses. We liaise with your insurance carrier to maintain a scheduled completion date an agreed-upon budget. We can utilize our General Contractor License #: CBC-1250662 if a build back is required.

Rely on SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach to restore your water damaged home in Clearwater, "Like it never even happened." (727) 614-0099