How a Rapid Response Helps New London Fire Damage Recovery

3/22/2023 (Permalink)

Smoke, Soot, and Fire Damage in New London homes get the SERVPRO treatment--"Like it never even happened."

SERVPRO Acts Fast for Fire Damage Mitigation

 Fires are widely destructive and compromising, so it is vital to have a team of technicians willing to respond fast to help. Our centrally located facility allows us to reach all of New London County rapidly after the first notice of loss.

New London fire damage can impact a range of structures, from the homes of nearly 30,000 residents to commercial facilities like Mitchell College. We work fast to help, having various trained professionals in niches like:

• Fire Restoration (FSRT)
• Odor Control (OCT)
• Water Restoration (WRT)
• Carpet Cleaning (CCT)
• General Contracting

When Can SERVPRO Enter the Property?

In many cases, our experienced team is notified of active fire disasters as they happen and can prepare to enter the structure as soon as possible. We must wait for the work of first responders to complete and their go-ahead to enter the building. As a preferred vendor for insurance work and the urgency of fire loss scenarios, we are often prepared to enter before getting cleared.

Early Fire Damage Mitigation

Mitigation is the combination of actions taken by our SERVPRO FSRT-Certified technicians to limit damage to the house and its contents after a fire or other disaster. Emergency services combine the talents of our experienced restorers and licensed contractors to meet the initial demands of the property. Some of the most common mitigative actions taken by our professionals include:

• Temporary Board-Up - This process sees our experienced contractors sealing over structural vulnerabilities to the outside to prevent secondary damage when water or animals enter a house.
• Debris Removal - Combustion creates ash, smoke solids, charred materials, and bulk collapsed structure in a residence. Debris removal is vital to increasing restoration completion time and limiting soot and odor concentrations. 
• Controlled Demolition - When the structure poses an immediate risk to the safety of responding technicians or house occupants, our licensed contractors can perform needed controlled demolition services.
• Water Removal - With the high volume of water used to extinguish the blaze, many rooms of the house could likely be overwhelmed with water damage and the effects of the fire. 

Setting Up Staging and Containment

After fire damage, loss effects can spread quickly in the house. Containment barriers and filtration equipment can help establish a set perimeter of a work zone. Similarly, we can create a staging area for equipment and content management to limit cross-contamination with undamaged areas of the house.

How Has Soot Damaged the Structure?

Soot is one of the more common byproducts of structure fires generated when fuels only partially combust. This incomplete burning is widespread, so soot generation can be heavy depending on environmental conditions and other factors. The type of smoke damage ultimately influences the needed cleaning approach to help resolve the issue. Some kinds of smoke damage include:

• Wet Smoke
• Dry Smoke
• Proteins
• Furnace Puffback

Rebuilding After Fire Damage

Few fire loss events do not require some form of build-back or reconstruction. With the expected repairs necessary after restoration, having a team licensed to complete this work can be beneficial. While many are still waiting to schedule openings for vetted subcontractors, SERVPRO continues to complete the steps that make it "Like it never even happened."

Between the coordination with insurance providers and the multiple layers of needed restoration and recovery following New London fire damage, it is necessary to lean on the experience of professionals. When you contact our SERVPRO of New London team, you get the full measure of the training our FSRT-Certified technicians receive to be knowledgeable assets in the field during emergencies. Call now at (860) 443-2222.

Effective New London Water Damage Restoration and Cleanup

3/22/2023 (Permalink)

Dehumidifiers and air movers help mitigate water damage in New London homes. SERVPRO makes it "Like it never even happened."

SERVPRO’s Fast Water Damage Recovery Solutions

From spills to leaks, flooding to burst pipes, water disasters are happening all the time. We must act fast when these threats occur to protect impacted homes and properties and minimize expenses for the customer. This fast action is one of the many benefits of hiring a full-service restoration team like SERVPRO.

When New London water damage occurs, many steps and phases are necessary to restore and recover the property. From single-family homes to massive structures like Connecticut College, we keep our Green Fleet stocked with needed restoration equipment to help like:

• Extractors
• Air Movers
• Dehumidifiers
• Deodorants
• Cleaning Products
• Mold Inhibitors

Emergency Contracting After Water Damage

There are initial construction and repair needs for the house after water emergencies. Not only can drywall become quickly overwhelmed by water exposure and begin to sag or collapse, but access is often needed to the damaged portions of plumbing so that SERVPRO professionals can restore water service.

Water Removal Services

Removing standing water is one of the first steps in mitigating loss for homes after leaks and burst pipes. Pooling is likely to occur with higher volumes of water, and a combination of equipment gets used to manage these threats and remove surface water concerns to get drying underway. Often pumps and vacuums are needed to achieve the complete water removal services necessary.

Surface Drying Solutions

Initially, the drying focus targets the surface of exposed materials like drywall, flooring, and ceiling assemblies. Air movers propel blasts at wet surfaces to begin the evaporation process. With the rising relative humidity in the structure from air mover use, dehumidification units get placed to counteract changing environmental conditions and complete the exhausting or collection and removal of water in the air.

Specialty Drying Equipment for Water Damage

While air movers and dehumidifiers combine to manage the bulk of the moisture concerns in a building, there are many applications for specialty tools. Certain equipment in our inventory is ideal for specific situations and materials, including:

• Carpet Wands – These attachments and extensions of wet vacuums and extractors pull moisture from the carpet and padding layers of installed flooring.
• Weighted Extractors – Using the weight of the restorer or a roving model, layers of carpeting and padding become pressed against the subflooring, and moisture is squeezed to the surface for extraction.
• Drying Mats – Hardwood floors water and moisture extraction. Placing these units across several planks can pull moisture to the surface layer through capillary suction.

Preventing Mold Damage

It is essential to focus on the necessary steps to prevent the development and spread of harmful mold colonies. Because spores exist naturally in the environment, moisture and ideal temperature ranges create conditions that facilitate microbial growth and threaten hosting materials. While much of the restoration process has addressed moisture and water concerns, applying mold inhibitors to sensitive surfaces can be an added measure of protection against potential growth.

Water Damage Repairs Necessary

Making water emergencies “Like it never even happened” often comes down to needed repairs and reconstruction. Having a capable team of contractors with a license on our roster lets us complete many build-back services usually required after restoration. Replacing drywall and repairing compromised plumbing are among the most frequent needs, though our license allows a wide array of construction work.

New London water damage is frequent for the more than 28,000 residents that our SERVPRO of New London team stays ready to help 24/7. We understand the urgency of these scenarios and the rapid degradation of materials and belongings. We are prepared to mobilize at the first notice of loss when you call (860) 443-2222.

Lasting Recovery After New London Mold Damage Discoveries

3/22/2023 (Permalink)

Mold remediation in New London by SERVPRO ensures a high level of removal, restoration, and build-back. "Like it never even happened."

SERVPRO Manages Mold Damage Remediation and Its Causes

As a seaport city, humidity and high moisture content are common concerns for every home and business. New London County is home to thousands, and when mold and microbial threats impact structures, fast action is needed to help. The process starts with recognizing the triggers of mold development in your house, which can include:

• Unmanaged water damage
• Moisture penetration
• High humidity
• Leaks
• Poor ventilation

With so many causes of New London mold damage, including the proximity of many homes and businesses to the Thames, we are ready to respond to these situations as they happen. It is essential to act on suspected mold development in a residence as unchallenged organisms continue to spread and the problem can worsen.

How Does Mold Damage Threaten Homes?

Microbial growth and development pose a significant threat to the household. A few focuses should encourage homeowners to act quickly when they recognize mold development in their properties.

• Structural damage - Even with limited exposure, colonies use organic matter as a food source. Moving organisms destroy building materials. 
• Challenging living conditions - Another concern is the living conditions for residents. While structural deterioration is troublesome, harsh malodors can make comfortable living impossible.
• Continually spreading colonies - It is important to note that mold continues to spread and impact new materials when it forms. 
• Moisture damage - The conditions that facilitated mold growth can continue to degrade and deteriorate nearby materials until repaired.

Is Mold Damage Easy to Identify?

When you suspect mold might be growing in your home, many do not immediately choose to pursue professional remediation. Instead, they seek confirmation of the existence of mold before securing professionals to remove colonies. There are a few signs that microbial growth could exist and be actively spreading in your residence, including:

• Spotting
• Odors
• Damp Surfaces
• Structure Damage

The Remediation Solutions for Mold

Remediation and mold removal are never a one-size-fits-all approach. Countless variables require detailed inspections that determine the ideal technique. Using SERVPRO's experienced AMRT-applied microbial remediation technicians ensures quality service. While surface cleaning is one of the more favorable solutions and the least invasive, this is not effective if the mold has penetrated beyond the outermost layer of the hosting material. We provide a combination of cleanup and recovery to help remove active mold colonies in homes and businesses. Typically, an antifungal application after the cleanup helps ensure a minimal chance of reoccurrence.

Overcoming the Musty Malodors

While musty smells can indicate active mold colonization in a household, this odor persists after remediation steps in many cases. It is only after the application of powerful products and deployment of effective deodorization equipment that this formidable restoration obstacle is fully managed. Foggers and hydroxyl machines often combine for the greatest impact on post-mold recovery.

Mold Damage Repairs to Help

Repairs are a common need after mold organisms spread in a structure. Hosting material can become irreparably harmed, especially high porosity elements like drywall. We can provide the needed build-back services and structural repairs appropriate to return a residence to its original condition with a general contractor license. Our experience in this regard can make us suitable choices for restoring and repairing even historic properties in New London like the Joshua Hempsted House.

Overcoming and eliminating New London mold damage concerns involves several steps and actions by our experienced team. Our SERVPRO of New London team is here to help, from clearing surface mold threats to neutralizing lingering malodors. Call us when you need us at (860) 443-2222.

New London Businesses Depend on Water Damage Repair From SERVPRO

3/21/2023 (Permalink)

Don't let water damage go unchecked in your property. Call SERVPRO for help to avoid further damage.

Water Damage Repairs Neatly Maintain Your Shop

Most shoppers in New London would spend less time in a store with a dank, damp-smelling environment, preferring to go elsewhere to make their purchases in a cleaner environment. Any structural elements needing water damage repair typically give off distinctive odors. The decay caused by dry rot and disintegration creates particulate matter that easily enters the air, creating unpleasant odors.

When this happens within your shop in New London, our water damage repair team can resolve the issue for you. Each member brings specialized skills to every project we work on, ensuring your property receives the expertise required to make everything "Like it never even happened."

The work we do restores safe conditions, also, as we:

• Eliminate mildew materials
• Cleanup dust and debris from crumbling materials
• Repair the area using new materials

To keep water from creating fresh damage to newly installed or repaired materials, we perform checks to locate the source of the water and take appropriate actions to protect your shop's interior.

Because mildew and mold can easily spread from the affected location to other places, we often use custom-built chambers to keep contaminated areas sealed off. Large pieces of dirty materials are broken down into smaller pieces so we can fit them into large plastic bags. We protect other areas of the building's interior from dusty mold particles and spores.

Other dusty, powdery materials, such as drywall and insulation, are also placed in separate bags to prevent the spread of harmful dust and debris. The smaller debris is then properly disposed of, ensuring the building remains clean.

Once everything is clean and the humidity in the area is normal, we can make the needed repairs. We work within all local building codes and requirements, ensuring compliance and long-lasting quality combine to create a beautiful and safe interior space.

When you need repairs and restoration services, call SERVPRO of New London at (860) 443-2222. We are always available, day or night, year-round.

New London Storms Often Necessitate Water Damage Repair Work

2/3/2023 (Permalink)

For any type of water damage in your property you can count on SERVPRO to help.

SERVPRO Does Water Damage Repair in New London 

Whenever storm waters flood New London homes, they are fouled by harmful, odor-causing microbes. These troublesome bacteria and fungi usually cause persistent, unpleasant smells throughout your residence, mold, mildew growths, and even structural deterioration. Together, such threats could ultimately reduce your home’s overall livability.

Fortunately, SERVPRO knows all about flood-borne microorganisms and is equipped to eradicate them and mask any flood-related odors during water damage repair on your New London home. As a top biohazard cleaning company, our firm performs everything from basic water removal services and water damage repairs to major basement flooding recovery, sewage cleanup, and restoration projects. Some of the resources our skilled technicians use in these efforts are:

• Powered or manual sprayers that directly apply powerful disinfectants to floodwater-impacted, colorfast surfaces
• Ultra-low volume foggers that deodorize even the most difficult-to-access areas by dispensing water and solvent-based deodorants in tiny particles
• High-velocity box fans to fully ventilate interiors before and after deodorization
• State-of-the-art air scrubbers cleanse the air by filtering out foul smells, chemicals, and airborne particles.

A few of the chemical agents we employ to eliminate microbes and undesirable odors include:

• SERVPROxide is an agent that kills bacteria on all types of surfaces, eliminates fungal growth, and prevents mold and mildew from growing up to four weeks.
• Sporicidin (#154) is an all-purpose antimicrobial and odor-neutralizer that has low toxicity and can keep flood-related smells away for up to six months
• Vanquish (#175) is a powerful, EPA-registered disinfectant and deodorant that kills a wide range of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses
• Wall and All Surface Cleaner (#351), a detergent-based cleaner that is safe for all washable, painted surfaces

With all of this in mind, the next time you need water damage repair work done, contact your helpful neighbors at SERVPRO of New London. Call us anytime at (860) 443-2222 for fast assistance.

Water Damage Restoration in Your Waterford Home

1/4/2023 (Permalink)

We aim to restore your property as quickly as possible, “Like It Never Even Happened.”

Call SERVPRO When You Need Water Damage Restoration for Your Waterford Property

No one plans for a water damage emergency. When you suddenly find your home flooded, you might need help knowing where to begin to return your property to its prior condition. Make the right move and call our HQ to mitigate the water damage.

At SERVPRO, we are trained and experienced in water damage restoration, so we can have your Waterford property dried and cleaned promptly. When we receive your call, we waste no time getting to your residence to assess the damage and create a plan of action. The sooner the restoration can begin, the better to prevent further damage.

Cleaning Contents as Part of Water Damage Restoration

As part of the restoration process, SERVPRO will take care of the required cleaning of things such as the structure itself. Subfloors and walls can require cleaning. We use appropriate cleaning methods for restorable materials, along with professional products. The carpeting may also need cleaning and deodorizing, and SERVPRO technicians use the proper techniques for the soil level. Next, we clean any contents, such as furniture, wall hangings, and electronics.

When the restoration is complete, we finalize the job by ensuring you are satisfied with our work:

• We check the moisture levels a last time to ensure your home is dry.
• We complete a walk-through to ensure everything is done.
• We then conduct the walk-through with the customer and listen to any issues.
• We fix any problems as necessary.
• We remove our supplies and equipment.
• Then the customer completes a Certificate of Satisfaction.
• Payments are collected as appropriate
• Paperwork is returned to the office.

SERVPRO of New London strives to be thorough in the restoration of your home after water damage has occurred. Call us as soon as an emergency arises at (860) 443-2222, and we will take care of the rest.

Smoke and Fire Restoration for New London Properties

12/6/2022 (Permalink)

Let SERVPRO of New London fix it, Don’t stress it.

SERVPRO's 24/7 Fire Restoration Saves New London Homes

Even a non-devastating, minor fire in your New London home or business can have extensive consequences. Some issues may not be visible to the average person. To fully identify and mitigate all adverse effects after a fire, you must call professionals to begin proper fire restoration efforts. SERVPRO is available in the area, offering 24/7 response to bring your property back to pre-fire condition. "Like it never even happened."

Structural Issues

During a fire, your home or business will likely have structural damage. With fire restoration in New London, we are always cautious upon entry, taking steps to ensure floor supports are intact. We handle all structural concerns before cleaning and further restoration to care for the safety of our SERVPRO crew and anyone else who may come and go throughout the reconstruction process.

Smoke Damage

The average person might be surprised that most smoke particles only measure about .004 microns in width. Their size makes it easy to work into all nooks and crannies, including porous materials like insulation, drywall, carpeting, and furniture. Many people who attempt DIY fire cleanup fail because of the challenges of addressing all smoke odors and residues. SERVPRO's Odor Control Technicians (OCT) come armed with the best tricks of the trade, including:

• Ultra-low volume (ULV) foggers
• Odor counteractant beads, pellets, or granules
• Air scrubbers with onboard HEPA filters
• Ozone generators
• Hydroxyl equipment

What About Water Damage?

In most cases, fires bring water damage due to dousing the building with water to put out the flames. Without immediate action to dry the interior, you risk costly damage and the onset of mildew and mold. SERVPRO handles all drying along with proper reconstruction and cleanup to leave your property as it was before the fire. 

Regarding fire restoration, nobody beats the team at SERVPRO of New London. Request help online or call our offices at (860) 443-2222 to mobilize a crew to your door. We're Faster to Any Size Disaster.

Mold Inspection Services in New London Help Track Damages

11/2/2022 (Permalink)

For fast and efficient service call SERVPRO of New London at (860) 443-2222.

Professional Mold Inspection in New London

Many homes will experience mold growth in their lifetime, and this is nothing that you should choose to live with for any length of time. Microbial colonies are destructive to structural integrity and can threaten your household with their rapidly spreading capabilities. Professional inspection services can help track the presence of mold.

Can You Find Mold on Your Own?

While there is a necessity for professional mold inspection in New London properties when you suspect a threat, there are ways that homeowners can determine their need for remediation services preemptively. Specific signs often accompany early mold development, such as spots on the surfaces of drywall and wood trim or musty malodors that overwhelm small spaces of your home can be strong indicators of a microbial presence.

Professional Inspection Services

While there are signs that mold damage might threaten your home, it is often better to get final confirmation or the complete picture of this impact from our professional inspectors. Through air sample testing and thorough visual evaluations, we can track the migration of organisms and determine where remediation attention is needed and how to contain the current threat to avoid further contamination and infestation.

When You Find Mold, What Do You Do?

The discovery of mold can be alarming and stressful, especially when you are unclear on how to proceed. With experienced and leading remediation specialists on our roster, we can help you find the best mold removal solution to return your home to pre-damaged condition as soon as possible. We carefully evaluate the situation of hosting elements to choose among several possible remediation methods:

• Antimicrobial Products
• Abrasive Cleaning
• Sanding
• Controlled Demolition

Microbial growth can be a substantial threat to your home or business. Knowing where you stand with these possible threats can ensure you are better prepared to face what you must do with remediation specialists. Give SERVPRO of New London a call to help at (860) 443-2222.

Commercial Fire Damage Restoration New London is Better with Certified Professionals

10/3/2022 (Permalink)

Disaster may strike at any time in New London. Call SERVPRO for the fire damage restoration services needed for your property.

SERVPRO Offers Commercial Fire Damage Restoration in New London

A fire at your commercial property can impact more than just the building’s structure. It can ruin equipment or inventory and displace workers. Outside of the typical fire and smoke damage, water damage can occur. 

Professionals performing commercial fire damage restoration in your New London property can assure you that your inventory, building, tenants, and employees are safe. At SERVPRO, we aim to restore commercial properties quickly while causing minimal disruption to business activities. Our restoration process includes these steps: 

• Assessing the fire damage
• Board up and tarping services
• Water removal
• Removal of smoke residues
• Cleanup

Assessing the Damage 

Our SERVPRO technicians can inspect your property and document the damage. We can also determine what to save or discard and the most appropriate restoration process. 

Board Up and Tarping Services

Our team could board up all vulnerable parts like broken windows and doors and apply roof tarps if the fire ruined roofing materials. This helps prevent additional damage from weather, vandalism, and debris. 

Water Removal

Suppose your commercial property has standard commercial-grade sprinkler systems installed. In that case, each sprinkler head can discharge about 20 to 40 gallons of water every minute from detecting the fire until it shuts off. Our SERVPRO technicians can use powerful extractors to remove the water and dry the affected areas using air movers and dehumidifiers. 

Removal of Smoke Residues

The type of materials burned affects the aerosols and smoke particles a fire produces. Natural materials like paper, dry wood, cotton, and cork usually produce powdery, dry, small, and non-smeary residues. Artificial materials like foam rubber, plastics, and similar polymers make significant, wet, and easily smeared residue particles. Our SERVPRO team can remove smoke residues from the salvageable structures and contents. 

Cleanup

Cleaning the retail property is an essential step before tenants move back or employees return to work. It ensures that the building is livable and everything in it is clean, safe, and structurally sound. 

SERVPRO of New London can manage your property’s recovery. We dedicate ourselves to integrity, reliability, and superior quality service. Call us at any time at (860) 443-2222.

Contact Professionals to Take Care of Storm Flood Damage in New London

10/3/2022 (Permalink)

Flood damage? SERVPRO is prepared with restoration equipment and experienced technicians.

Storm Flood Damage in New London Requires SERVPRO’s Help

Few things can match the damage that comes after a flood. When your house is affected by a flood, taking quick action to contact professional flood damage restorers is vital if you want to save it from more damage and make sure it is safe for you to live in it again.

If your New London home has storm flood damage, SERVPRO is the solution to your problems. We are a team of highly-trained professional restorers armed with advanced technology to deal with any situation in your house. Some of the ways how flooding can affect your home are:

• It can cause emotional hardship in dealing with situations that might come from anxiety, grief, anger, fear, sadness, and frustration.
• Damage to your property, of which 99% results from water damage, can happen to your equipment, belongings, vehicle, and other possessions.
• An economic downturn might happen if your insurance policy does not cover damage due to flooding.

SERVPRO has self-priming trash pumps that help us extract all the standing water and slurry in your house so that we can begin the process of drying and restoration. This helps prevent the damage from spreading over your home to unaffected areas.

To dry all materials to normal conditions, our SERVPRO team can use a range of air movers to blow in blasts of warm air into the affected area to evaporate the water still embedded in the structures of your building and the materials affected. Our main goal here is to get them back to normal levels.

 To ensure no moisture remains in the areas hidden from the site, SERVPRO has structural cavity drying equipment that allows our restorers to direct airflow into wall cavities. The equipment replaces moist, cool air with drier, warmer air, which increases the temperature of the surfaces, lowers the vapor pressure, and increases the evaporation rate. 

To prevent your house from losing its value after flood damage, contact SERVPRO of New London at (860) 443-2222 for fast and efficient restoration services. We can make the storm flood damage seem “Like it never even happened.”