Restoring Hope and Homes: SERVPRO® of North Leon County's Fire Restoration Services

2/1/2024 (Permalink)

Badly burned utility room.

Fire incidents can be one of the most traumatic and devastating experiences a homeowner can face. The aftermath of a fire often leaves behind not only physical damage but emotional scars as well. At SERVPRO of North Leon County, we understand the challenges that families in North Leon County face when dealing with fire damage. Our dedicated team is here to provide professional and compassionate fire restoration services, helping you rebuild your life and home.

Our Comprehensive Fire Restoration Services:

1. Emergency Response: We understand that fires can happen at any time, which is why we offer 24/7 emergency response services. When you contact us, our team quickly mobilizes to assess the damage and secure your property.

2. Assessment and Planning: Our experienced technicians conduct a thorough assessment of the fire damage to determine the extent of the destruction. We then create a detailed restoration plan tailored to your specific needs.

3. Smoke and Soot Removal: Smoke and soot residues can spread throughout your home, affecting surfaces and indoor air quality. We use advanced equipment and techniques to remove these residues and deodorize your property.

4. Structural Repairs: Fires can weaken the structural integrity of your home. Our team is equipped to handle structural repairs, ensuring your home is safe and sound once again.

5. Contents Cleaning: We understand that your personal belongings hold sentimental value. We provide specialized cleaning and restoration services for your damaged possessions, whenever possible.

6. Full-Service Restoration: Our goal is to restore your home to its pre-fire condition. We handle everything from cleaning and repairs to reconstruction, ensuring a seamless restoration process.

Why Choose SERVPRO of North Leon County:

• Compassionate Service: We approach each fire restoration project with empathy and care, understanding the emotional toll it can take on families.

• Highly Trained Professionals: Our technicians are IICRC certified and receive ongoing training to ensure they stay up-to-date with the latest industry standards and techniques.

• State-of-the-Art Equipment: We utilize advanced equipment and technology to provide efficient and effective fire restoration services.

• Insurance Assistance: Dealing with insurance claims can be daunting. We work closely with your insurance company to help streamline the claims process, reducing stress on your end.

• Local Expertise: As a locally owned and operated franchise, we have a deep understanding of the North Leon County community and its unique needs.

Conclusion: When fire strikes your home in North Leon County, SERVPRO of North Leon County is here to provide the support and expertise needed to rebuild and restore your life. Our commitment to excellence, rapid response, and comprehensive fire restoration services make us the trusted choice for families facing the aftermath of a fire. Contact us today, and let us help you on your journey to recovery.

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Home for the Holidays: Keeping Your Home Safe from Fire

11/25/2023 (Permalink)

The aftermath of interior fire damage

The holiday season is a time of warmth, joy, and cherished traditions. It's also a season when fire risks can increase due to decorative lighting, cooking, and the use of heating sources. At SERVPRO, we're committed to helping you keep your home safe during this special time of year. In this blog post, we'll share valuable tips to prevent fires and steps to take if you ever find yourself the victim of a fire.

Preventing Holiday Fires:

1. Careful Decoration:

• Inspect Lights: Before decorating, carefully inspect holiday lights and extension cords for damage or frayed wires. Replace any damaged items.
• Safe Placement: Ensure that lights, ornaments, and decorations are placed away from heat sources, such as candles, fireplaces, and heaters.
• Candle Safety: Use flameless LED candles as a safer alternative to traditional candles, and never leave lit candles unattended.

2. Safe Cooking Practices:

• Stay in the Kitchen: When cooking, stay in the kitchen to monitor food on the stove or in the oven. Unattended cooking is a leading cause of home fires.
• Keep Flammable Items Away: Keep kitchen towels, oven mitts, and other flammable items away from stovetops and ovens.
• Timers and Alarms: Use timers to remind you when dishes are done, and ensure your home has working smoke alarms installed.

3. Fireplace and Heating Safety:

• Fireplace Safety: Use a screen or glass door to contain sparks and embers. Ensure the fire is fully extinguished before leaving the room or going to bed.
• Space Heater Precautions: Place space heaters on stable surfaces and away from flammable materials. Ensure they have safety features like tip-over switches and automatic shut-offs.

4. Electrical Precautions:

• Avoid Overloading Outlets: Do not overload electrical outlets or power strips with too many decorations or devices.
• Turn Off Decorations: Turn off decorative lights and unplug them when you go to bed or leave your home.

5. Outdoor Decorations:

• Use Outdoor-Rated Equipment: Ensure that outdoor decorations, extension cords, and lights are specifically rated for outdoor use.
• Prevent Tripping Hazards: Keep outdoor decorations and extension cords clear of walkways to prevent tripping hazards.

What to Do If You're a Victim of a Fire:

If, despite all precautions, a fire occurs in your home, here are the immediate steps to take:

1. Ensure Safety:

• Evacuate your home immediately and ensure the safety of all family members and pets.

2. Call 911:

• Dial 911 to report the fire and request emergency assistance.

3. Do Not Reenter:

• Do not reenter your home until it has been declared safe by firefighters.

4. Contact SERVPRO:

• After ensuring your safety, contact SERVPRO for professional fire damage restoration and cleanup services. Our expert technicians will assess the damage, provide immediate cleanup, and initiate the restoration process.

5. Document the Damage:

• Document the damage for insurance purposes by taking photos and making a detailed list of damaged items.

6. Inform Loved Ones:

• Notify family members and loved ones about the fire and your safety.

7. Seek Support:

• Reach out to local disaster relief organizations or support groups for assistance and guidance during the recovery process.

At SERVPRO, we understand the devastation that fires can cause, especially during the holiday season. Our experienced technicians are here to support you in the aftermath of a fire, restoring your home and belongings to their pre-fire condition. Remember, your safety is paramount, and we're here to assist you every step of the way. We wish you a safe and joyful holiday season, free from the worry of fire hazards.

Rising from the Ashes: SERVPRO’s Comprehensive Fire Damage Restoration

10/17/2023 (Permalink)

Our Tallahassee experts were called out to a commercial fire damage site ready to provide immediate restoration.

A fire can leave a trail of destruction in its wake, affecting the structural integrity of your home and the safety of your loved ones. SERVPRO® steps in during these trying times with a comprehensive fire damage restoration service, aimed at not just repairing the damage but restoring hope and comfort.

Beyond the visible charred walls and furniture, fire leaves behind smoke, soot, and odors that permeate into various materials. Our team understands the complexities of fire damage and is equipped to tackle both visible and invisible aftereffects.

The SERVPRO Fire Restoration Process:

1. Emergency Contact: Your recovery journey begins with a call. Our 24/7 emergency response ensures that help is always at hand when you need it most.

2. Inspection and Fire Damage Assessment: Our professionals conduct a thorough assessment to ascertain the extent of the fire, smoke, and soot damage, laying down the blueprint for the restoration plan.

3. Immediate Board-Up and Roof-Tarp Service: To prevent further damage, we ensure that your property is secure by boarding up missing windows and walls and placing tarps on damaged roofs.

4. Water Removal and Drying (if water damage is present): If water damage occurs due to firefighting efforts, SERVPRO will address this immediately to prevent additional damage and mold growth.

5. Removal of Smoke and Soot from All Surfaces: Utilizing specialized equipment and techniques, our technicians meticulously clean smoke and soot from ceilings, walls, and other surfaces.

6. Cleaning and Repair: Beyond structural repair, the team takes care of cleaning, sanitizing, and restoring your belongings, ensuring that memories and valuables are preserved.

7. Restoration: The culminating step of making your home habitable again, ensuring it's not just structurally sound but feels like home, "Like it never even happened."

Navigating Insurance: Fire incidents can be financially impactful. Our team eases this burden by working closely with your insurance company, facilitating the claims process, and ensuring that you have one less thing to worry about.

Fire damage goes beyond burnt walls and destroyed belongings; it takes an emotional toll on those affected. SERVPRO’s fire damage restoration service is a holistic approach designed to restore not just properties but lives. With our prompt, professional, and empathetic service, recovery and restoration are not just possible but are achieved with a touch of compassion and excellence.

Fire Damage Facts: SERVPRO Teams Are The Experts to Know

6/14/2023 (Permalink)

SERVPRO team comes in to restore extensive damage in kitchen area of Tallahassee home.

Florida is a state that is well-known for its warm climate, sunny beaches, and lush landscapes. Unfortunately, it is also a state that is susceptible to wildfires, particularly during the dry season. In recent years, fire damage in Florida has been a significant concern for both its inhabitants and the authorities.

Wildfires can occur naturally, caused by lightning strikes or spontaneous combustion. However, many wildfires in Florida are the result of human activity, such as unattended campfires, discarded cigarettes, and fireworks. These fires can spread quickly, especially during the dry season when the air is hot and humid while the vegetation is dry and flammable.

The effects of wildfires can be devastating. Large areas of land can be destroyed, vegetation can be burned to the ground, and wildlife can be displaced or killed. Moreover, the smoke and ash from wildfires can pose a serious threat to the respiratory health of those living close by, particularly the elderly and young children.

In addition to the effects on the environment and human health, wildfires can also have a significant economic impact. Lost property and infrastructure damages can cost millions of dollars, and tourist activities may be seriously affected, which will result in a devastating loss of revenue for the local economy.

Florida has taken steps to minimize the risk of wildfires by implementing measures such as controlled burns, clear cutting, and creating firebreaks. Education and awareness campaigns have also been implemented to educate people on the risks of human behavior that can lead to fires. However, despite these efforts, wildfires still occur, and there is always the inherent risk of property, environmental, and economic damage.

In conclusion, fire damage remains a significant challenge in Florida. The impact of wildfires in the state can be devastating, lasting, and can have far-reaching consequences on communities, economies, and the environment. In the future, Florida must plan long-term solutions that will help the state prevent wildfires and minimize the damage when they do occur.

Our teams are trained to handle your water damage restoration needs, but before that we are here with prevention tips and solution as well.  

What Fire Damage Looks Like, and What SERVPRO Experts Can Do to Restore Your Property.

3/1/2023 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of North Leon County is brought in to restore fire damage in Tallahassee structure.

SERVPRO of North Leon County can clean up damage from smoke and soot in your Tallahassee home.

Smoke is a mixture of gases and small particles. The small particles are also called ash, and they include soot.

Soot is the collection of particles left from incomplete burning of products that contain carbon. These products include wood and coal.

Smoke and soot do not destroy materials the way fire does. They leave behind greasy films and have an unpleasant odor.

Smoke moves from warmer areas to cooler areas. You will find smoke and soot damage on the ceiling above where the fire started, but you will find the damage in other places. SERVPRO of North Leon County looks for damage in/on:

• Outside walls and windows: Even if the fire was in the center of the room, smoke travels to the cooler areas.
• Closed-off spaces: Smoke and soot settle in cooler areas, including dresser drawers, closed closets, and wall cavities.
• Air ducts: smoke and soot travel throughout the house
• Drapes and blinds. The drapes and blinds are cooler than other parts of the house. During a fire, the areas behind the drapes and blinds are cooler than the rest of the room. Remember that smoke travels to the cooler areas, leaving behind smoke and soot.

Our fire damage restoration experts investigate these areas to get a good idea of what kind of damage is in the building.

Fire Safety Tips Are Only As Good As The Tools They Require.

9/1/2022 (Permalink)

North Leon County teams seek to inform and educate the community on fire safety.

When it comes to prevention, we love to offer tips.  

Still, when dealing with structure fires, nothing is more important than the right TOOL.

It is widely known that having an in-date fire extinguisher on your property is imperative to fire safety, but did you know that there are different kinds of fire extinguishers, as well as a proper way in which to use one?  Keeping yourself, your family, and your property protected in the event of a structure fire is paramount, and the below information can help facilitate that process.

The most common questions we hear is, “What are the different kinds of fire extinguishers, and what is each used for?”

 The U.S. Fire Administration defines five primary types of fire extinguishers used to put out different kinds of fires

• used for ordinary material fires, such as wood, cloth, or paper.
• for use with combustible or flammable liquids like grease, gasoline, or oil.
• for use with electrical equipment like appliances and tools.
• for use with flammable metals.
• for use with animal oils, vegetable oils, and fats in cooking appliances.

Many fire extinguishers may also be multipurpose, in that they carry multiple letter definitions and can put out a variety of material fires.

The next most common question we hear is, “What is the proper way to use a fire extinguisher?”

The U.S. Fire Administration suggests the acronym “PASS” as a means of properly discharging a fire extinguisher:

     P - Pull the pin. Hold the extinguisher with the nozzle pointing away from you and      release the locking mechanism.

     A - Aim low. Point the extinguisher at the base      of the fire.

     S - Squeeze the lever slowly and evenly.

     S - Sweep the nozzle from side to side.

To keep yourself safe, it is important to use extreme caution within a fire damaged structure, and always follow the guidance of local fire authorities.  SERVPRO of North Leon County has years of experience helping customers both before and after a fire. If you have any questions, or need services, call our team today.

Fire Damage Tips You Can Do Before Calling in the Pros

5/2/2022 (Permalink)

Leon County Resident Suffers Fire Damage in the Home

Having a fire in a structure you occupy both impacts you immediately and in the long term as well. The first concern is understandably the confirmation that everyone nearby is safe and out of danger. The next concern that follows is property damage from the fire and smoke. One of the biggest challenges in moving forward is the lingering smell of smoke that serves as a constant reminder of the tragedy. Whether it is bothersome or causes physical uncomfortability, the smell of smoke can’t be ignored.

Full removal of the move smell is not as easy as a deep clean. The smoke is usually ingrained in the walls and furniture fabric as well. It’s not a one stop solution article that we have created here. What we will offer below are a few effective ways to get rid of the smoke smell in the home or business. Despite the feeling of despair, it’s important to remember that you are not alone, and we are one call away with experts that can assist the recovery.

The speed in which to begin to remove the smell is crucial. The faster the better is a great rule of thumb here. Large and lengthy fires leave black soot which has a strong odor and sets on surfaces. Softer surfaces, like carpet, curtains, cushions and other items that absorb the molecules.

The first thing you can do is air it out. Keeping the doors and windows open for at least a full day can help with the ventilation and have a great impact on the smell. Fans and other air-moving tools should be run at full-blast on the highest speed to get a leg up in the cleaning that will follow.

The next step that can follow the airing out step above, is to move into creating positive pressure. This is when the air pressure outside of the structure is greater than the pressure on the inside. What this does is allow the air on the inside shift to move outside. The way to do this is like so:

• Leave your front door open- running a fan placed outside and blowing inward.
• Close all other entryways and windows in order to save one that will act as a ventilator.
• Turn the fan on full-blast for 15 minutes and then close the open door and window.
• Repeat this routine with all structural openings- allocating 15 min to each. 

Another popular method is using baking soda. It is preferred by many that lean towards a natural method and it is gentle on the surfaces being treated. We suggest beginning with carpets by sprinkling baking soda on all of the dry carpets and using a broom to help it saturate at the deepest level possible. The baking soda, if effective, can neutralize the smell. You can repeat this process as many times as you deem necessary. All fabric-covered furniture can be treated in the same way as well. Leave it out overnight, and simply vacuum the remaining with a vacuum the next day.

There are plenty of other DIY-like methods you can find from numerous sources. We encourage all attempts to reduce the smell at a fast and low-cost rate. Still, it is usually the case that you can’t completely eradicate the smell without calling professionals. Experienced technicians at SERVPRO have access to industrial equipment that can go deeper than most methods. Unlike many services, our team is focused on offering cost- competitive, and experience elevated service to all of our customers and to leave your structure “Like it never even happened.”

When Cooking Leads to Flames- What do to After a Cooking Fire.

4/29/2022 (Permalink)

Leon County resident calls for help in cooking disaster, kitchen fire.

SERVPRO Technicians Have Specialized Cleaners Available to Restore Your Tallahassee Home After Fire Damage

Kitchen fire damage is easily the most common type that occurs in homes today and accounts for an estimated 49% of home fires inTallahassee. On top of that, residues and odors from the fire can be dispersed throughout your home through your vents, leaving you with more cleanup than you can easily handle.

If you need a team that can respond quickly to fire damage in your Tallahassee home’s kitchen, SERVPRO technicians are prepared to help. This crew offers both fire and water damage mitigation tools, as well as rebuilding services, to return your home to a safe and comfortable preloss condition.

What Type of Fire Extinguisher Is Best for Kitchen Fire Damage?

• Stick to a lightweight extinguisher. A five-pound extinguisher may run out faster, but it will be easier to carry and use when you need it.
• Type B is the way to go. Type A extinguishers are made to tackle fires caused by conventional solids like wood and paper. Type B, on the other hand, is targeted at oil and grease fires in homes. Some homeowners might prefer Type K, but these extinguishers are designed for commercial kitchens.
• Consider more than one extinguishing method. Try installing a small magnetic extinguisher to put on your range hood that automatically dispenses baking soda upon exposure to flame. If your range hood is not magnetic, many brands offer mounting kits to accommodate you.

How Does SERVPRO Remove Fire Damage Residues from My Kitchen?

SERVPRO technicians use a broad selection of tools to address different types of fire damage residues. For example, protein residues require specialized enzyme digesters to convert these foul-smelling, filmy coatings into water-soluble byproducts. These cleaners remove the protein enzymes that can cause odors to aid in odor control efforts.

Our technician team is ready to leave your kitchen looking, “Like it never even happened.” Call 850.536.6599 for cleanup that can begin within hours.

Fire Restoration Equipment and Expertise are the Game Changers in Getting Back to Good!

4/29/2022 (Permalink)

Leon County Community Benefits From Top-Notch Fire Restoration Equiptment.

Fires that affect Tallahassee homes often come with multiple layers of damaging effects for homeowners to overcome. As overwhelming as these circumstances can be, there are ways that you can work to resolve some of the pressing and challenging lingering symptoms on your own with the right equipment and products. Knowing what you need for aspects like deodorization can help the process to complete more efficiently and to be more successful in the end. By looking at the tools that our SERVPRO team uses for this niche of fire recovery, you can too acquire some of this odor removal equipment for your property. 

Fire damage in Tallahassee might feel overwhelming at first, especially with various obstacles all present at the same time. Our SERVPRO team has certified Fire & Smoke Restoration Technicians (FSRT), many with additional endorsements as Odor Control Technicians (OCT), so we have experience and industry-leading equipment to make a difference quickly should you decide it is too much to handle on your own. Part of our success in fire recovery over the years stems from our ability to manage symptoms like lingering smoke odors amid these other effects. 

Regardless of the severity of fire damage incidents, odor control is a considerable phase in recovery and restoration. Our SERVPRO team has an entire inventory of practical deodorization tools and products that lead the industry, and when combined with our extensive experience in fire recovery, improve the speed and success of these odor removal endeavors. Some of these devices we use regularly are:  

-  Hydroxyl Machines – These units can help to reduce or eliminate harsh odors in a compromised environment. Units also work to filter out particulates, debris, dust, and soot circulating in the damaged areas of the property. 

-  Thermal Foggers – While our SERVPRO professionals lean more towards UV foggers for the elimination of lingering smoke odors, thermal fogging is still a powerful tool in our arsenal. These machines are highly portable, helping to address odors throughout the entire property quickly and efficiently. 

If you need our experienced SERVPRO of North Leon County fire restoration specialists or a second opinion on the work you have done for your home, give us a call today at (850) 765-5706.

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Fire Damage in Your Tallahassee Home May Necessitate Cleaning of the HVAC System

3/10/2022 (Permalink)

Tallahassee Home Have Fire, Smoke, and Soot Problems? Even Foul Odors?

Many building materials and items in a Tallahassee house can sustain damage after a fire. Residual smoke damage is typical after such an incident. SERVPRO has a comprehensive fire and smoke damage restoration process that can restore your home to its usual condition.

We can take the correct steps to clean up the smoke residues from your home and its ventilation system. Our restorers can use specialized cleaning tools and equipment to handle the fire damage in your Tallahassee property. We can apply restoration products that can remove smoke stains, soot, and odors.

Our smoke damage specialists can eliminate smoke damage and odors caused by dry smoke, wet smoke, fuel oil smoke, and protein smoke. HVAC ventilation systems can also sustain smoke damage. The HVAC system’s ductworks can spread residues throughout your home by distributing hot and smoke-filled air. Our team can inspect your HVAC system to check for smoke residues. We can check for the extent of the damage by considering the type of residues in the system, if they are heavy, moderate, or light and if smoke smells are present. We can perform HVAC cleaning if there are moderate to heavy smoke residues in it.

Cleaning contaminated ducts can prevent them from distributing smoke particles back into your restored home when you operate the HVAC system. Our HVAC and duct cleaning services can eliminate smoke residues from ductwork and the ventilation system to ensure that you breathe clean air. Our team can take the following steps:

• Inspect the conduits in your air duct system.
• Clean the air duct system if necessary
• Clean the blower fan, drain pan, and coils.
• Apply environmentally safe solutions to decontaminate and sanitize your ventilation system
• Seal the ducts if it is not possible to clean them effectively during the restoration

We can also use high-efficiency particulate (HEPA) filters to help purify the air during the cleanup process. HEPA filters can capture smoke particles, which are as small as 0.3 microns in size. HEPA filtration is useful when restorers have demolished hazardous materials during the fire damage mitigation process. These devices can also have attached carbon filters to defeat malodors.

Besides using HEPA filters to eliminate smoke particles from the air, our restorers can also use HEPA vacuuming to capture and remove fine particles from surfaces. We can vacuum the surfaces before cleaning them with detergents to prevent the spread of the smoke particles. HEPA vacuuming is also useful in removing smoke particles that could have settled in crevices and cracks.

After extinguishing a fire successfully, call SERVPRO of North Leon County at (850) 536-6599. We can handle your fire clean-up and repairs professionally to your peace of mind and satisfaction.

Florida Panhandle Fights Fires and Flooding

3/10/2022 (Permalink)

Fires rage, and rain falls, on the Panhandle leading into the weeks of Spring Break vacations.

As untimely as ever, Florida’s Panhandle is in the fight of a lifetime, at the worst time! Bay County reported wildfires covering over 34,000 acres on Wednesday morning, March 9th. What was deemed another threat to the upcoming weeks of vacations for families from all over the country, may now be called a “saving grace” or at least quality problem to have. The heavy rain that has said could cause flooding, may be helpful after all, as the steady rain can reduce heat and intensity for the fires. The firefighters will try to use the opportunity to tighten up the containment lines circling this rapid-paced fire.  

The last report of the fire status were shared on Wednesday offering the following, helpful information:

• Bertha Swamp Road Fire: 33,047 acres, 10% contained
• Adkins Avenue Fire: 875 acres, 80% contained
• Star Ave. Fire: 197 acres, 80% containe

It has also been documented that the 

The Bay County Sheriff's Office announced that the mandatory evacuation for the Bear Creek area due to the Bertha Swamp Road Fire has been lifted.

Deputies informed residents that they can return to their homes.

Law enforcement also warns to stay on high alert while we see wind shifts that could bring the fires back around to the panhandle.

What Are the Common Causes of House Fires?

9/1/2021 (Permalink)

symbol of a house with a roof on fire

What Are the Common Causes of House Fires?

According to the National Fire Protection Association, there are nearly 350,000 house fires every year in the United States. House fires are one of the most common at-home disasters.

What is even scarier is they can happen at a moment's notice. And, once they spark, a home can go up in flames within minutes.

Even if the fire does not destroy the house, smoke damage can ruin the interior, exterior, and belongings. But how do house fires start? If you want to know the answer, keep reading to learn the most common causes of house fires and how to prevent them.  

Cooking Fires

If you wonder how a house caught on fire, cooking may be to blame. Cooking fires are one of the most common mishaps. Many times, these happen because of grease slipping down into the burner.

When grease hits an intense amount of heat, a fire can spark. Sometimes, these flames are minuscule and go away. However, there are instances where they shoot up and grow out of control.

To prevent this type of fire damage, ensure no grease falls into your burning while you cook. You also want to clean out your burners to prevent grease build-up.   

Electrical Fires

Faulty wiring in your house can spark and light a fire in your walls. That is why it is critical to pay attention to your home's electrical system.

If something isn't working right, you might want to call someone out to inspect the situation. Allowing poor electrical wiring to persist can eventually lead to a fire. 

Smoking Fires

Another main house fire cause is due to smoking cigarettes. An estimate of 100,000 fires occurs due to smoking inside. All it takes is for someone to drop a cigarette on a flammable surface.

People will sometimes fall asleep with a lit cigarette in hand that eventually falls to the floor. To ensure this doesn't happen to you, make a rule or habit of smoking outside and putting the cigarette out in an ashtray. 

Candle Fires

Candles are nice objects to have in the house. They add mood lighting and a wonderful smell. However, candles are also easy to forget.

If they burn for too long, a candle flame could catch with another object like a table. A pet might even knock it over and set fire to your home.

If you are a candle person, try to set reminders on your phone. That way, you get notified to blow them out before leaving. 

SERVPRO Helps With Common Causes of House Fires

As you can tell, there are several causes of house fires that you can work to prevent. Simple tasks like cooking or lighting candles can result in thousands of dollars in damages.

If you do experience a fire, then your home may have extensive smoke damage. If you want to know what to do after a fire, SERVPRO in Tallahassee, Florida, is here to help.

We offer professional, 24-hour emergency services to help with fire restoration and repair. Feel free to contact us today. We are more than happy to answer any questions you may have.  

Dangers Present in the Aftermath of Fire Damage

6/1/2021 (Permalink)

Tallahassee roof on fire

Let SERVPRO Make Your Property Safe After a Fire

In the event of a fire, most homeowners are only able to grab their most cherished belongings and items before evacuating the building. After the fire has been put out or run its course, it is only natural to want to go back in and see what can be salvaged from the remains. However, caution is advised when doing this, as there may be unseen hazards and dangers everywhere in the burned-out property after a fire. Even if the fire was small and contained, one should still be careful when re-entering the property. Here are some of the dangers you may encounter after a fire in your home.
 
Twisted, Rusted, and Sharp Metal
 
Any metal appliances pipes or building materials in your home may become irreversibly warped during a fire, as they are heated almost to or past melting point and bend under their weight and heat. This can create a number of sharp, dirty edges across the house, waiting to slice open a fresh wound to unsuspecting victims.
 
Spilled and Melted Chemicals
 
During a fire, household objects and cleaning supplies may be melted or boiled, potentially creating dangerous pools of liquid or trapped fumes. Although fumes are rarely in high enough volume to cause an issue, victims of fire damage in Bradfordville should be careful in and around rooms which contained cleaning supplies or other chemicals.
 
Structural Instability and Falling Objects
 
During a fire, many parts of a home are severely damaged, often including key structural support regions. While these may not collapse immediately, they may be severely weakened after a fire and prone to disaster if improperly handled. Do your best not to lean on walls and pillars, and always be wary of dangerous-looking walls, ceilings, and supports.
 
SERVPRO of North Leon County is a locally owned and operated business, with key restoration experience in a variety of types of fire damage, water damage, mold damage, and other types of household damage. If you need professional fire cleanup and restoration services in the area, please don't hesitate to call us 24/7 at (850) 536-6599.

What To Do After A Fire: A Guide To Fire Damage Restoration Services

4/27/2021 (Permalink)

fire damage on roof inside Tallahassee home

There are over 350,000 house fires each year across the United States, and the aftermath of these fires can be devastating. Post-fire, it can feel like nothing will ever be the same again; however, there is hope! We are going to show you just want to do after there is fire damage at your property so you can mitigate losses and get your life back! 

From finding a fire damage restoration service to fire damage cleanup, we have the resources you need. Let's get started! 

Safety First 

A house or property fire can be crippling for anyone; however, if you and your loved ones have managed to escape unharmed, you should consider yourselves lucky. There are over 16,000 injuries each year due to fires, and in many cases, the injuries occur because of people trying to reenter the property during or after the fire. 

Safety should be your number one concern. Even if you think a fire is 100% under control, there could still be hazards, such as compromised structures. Don't rush to reenter your property to check for damage or recovery important items; instead, enlist the help of a local fire damage restoration service to help you with the process. 

Seek Shelter 

If you have experienced a fire, it is unlikely that you will be able to reenter the home right away for safety reasons. Finding a place to stay during the fire damage, cleanup, and restoration period can help you and your family maintain some normalcy after the incident and ensure your safety. 

In most cases, your homeowners' insurance will cover things like finding a hotel room, clothing, food, etc. With that being said, handling claims after a fire can add additional stress, so consider working with a fire damage restoration company that helps its clients work with insurance companies to manage claims. 

Salvage 

Not all house fires completely destroy the property, however, some damages can be hidden and dangerous. For example, smoke from the fire can permeate through the house and will need to be cleaned up by professional fire damage restoration services. Additionally, water damage is another factor to consider when managing post-fire restoration.

When firefighters use water to put the fire out, there is often a need for fire water damage restoration. Other items that might have been partially damaged but not ruined, such as furniture and clothing, should also be cleaned and restored by professionals to ensure they are safe again. 

Fire Damage Restoration Service 

After a fire, you need an advocate. Finding the right fire damage restoration service can help you navigate life after the fire and get you and your family back into your home and your routine faster.

At SERVPRO, our dedicated team is committed to helping our clients manage damages and the restoration process. So, if you are in need of our services, contact us today so we can help you get started!

A Guide To Fire Cleanup Services And Preventing The Effects Of Smoke Damage

4/27/2021 (Permalink)

fire extinguisher used for fire damage and fire damage cleanup in Tallahassee.

A Guide To Fire Cleanup And The Effects Of Smoke Damage

Are you the victim of a house fire and unsure where to begin? Fire cleanup services can help prevent the long-term effects of smoke damage on your home.

There were over 1 million house fires in 2019, responsible for close to 15 billion dollars worth of damage. If your home or business was subject to fire, you know how devastating they can be.

You also know how difficult the fire cleanup process is. Home fire damage cleanup can be expensive and time-consuming. Worse, some unreliable fire cleanup contractors can rip you off, even at this vulnerable time in your life.

Use this guide to plan your best course of action when it comes to your fire damage cleanup.

Take Stock

Your first step is to take stock of the extent of the fire damage. Your building could be salvageable, or it may be left in utter ruins. This will influence the overall cost of your fire cleanup. 

If the fire department used vast amounts of water to subdue the blaze, you may need both fire and water damage cleanup. For small fires, you may only need smoke damage remediation services.

Smoke damage can leave lasting odors. It can also cause structural and aesthetic corrosion in your home. Remedying smoke damage can be very hard and requires a professional.

Either way, getting an inspection and assessment is your first step in finding out what services you need.

Find a Reliable Fire Cleanup Company

You will want a name you can trust with a good reputation when it comes to your fire cleanup company. Make sure whoever you choose is accredited by the Better Business Bureau.

You can use their online scam tracker to find any undesirable fire restoration candidates yourself. There are all sorts of unreliable fire cleanup contractors out there who will overcharge you or rip you off.

Some will promise you work and not complete it in a timely fashion, if at all. Many are looking to take advantage of your insurance company.

They know that people are vulnerable after a fire and willing to go with the lowest prices without doing proper research. Don't fall prey to this pitfall. Go with a name you can trust. Always look for a B.B.B. accreditation.

Rebuild Right

If your home was destroyed by wildfire, take some fire prevention methods to keep disaster from striking again. Create defensible space around your home and make it out of non-combustible materials such as brick.

Make sure to have a metal roof so that ember-wash doesn't catch it on fire. If your home was not destroyed by wildfire and was subject to a normal structure fire, there are still some measures you can take.

Replace cheap, particulate wood furniture with less combustible materials. Avoid reconstructing and renovating your home out of materials such as wood to avoid future fire risk. Also, have proper fire insurance for your home and land.

Call a Pro Today

After a traumatic experience such as a fire, you just want to move on with your life. To do that, you will need to finish your fire cleanup process. Your best bet is to call a professional.

Contact us today to schedule your appointment. That way, you can go with a trusted name in the business that guarantees you good results.

Odor Removal Tools for Fire-Damaged Tallahassee Homes

3/11/2021 (Permalink)

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Odor Removal Tools for Fire-Damaged Tallahassee Homes

Fires that affect Tallahassee homes often come with multiple layers of damaging effects for homeowners to overcome. As overwhelming as these circumstances can be, there are ways that you can work to resolve some of the pressing and challenging lingering symptoms on your own with the right equipment and products. Knowing what you need for aspects like deodorization can help the process to complete more efficiently and to be more successful in the end. By looking at the tools that our SERVPRO team uses for this niche of fire recovery, you can too acquire some of this odor removal equipment for your property. 

Fire damage in Tallahassee might feel overwhelming at first, especially with various obstacles all present at the same time. Our SERVPRO team has certified Fire & Smoke Restoration Technicians (FSRT), many with additional endorsements as Odor Control Technicians (OCT), so we have experience and industry-leading equipment to make a difference quickly should you decide it is too much to handle on your own. Part of our success in fire recovery over the years stems from our ability to manage symptoms like lingering smoke odors amid these other effects. 

Regardless of the severity of fire damage incidents, odor control is a considerable phase in recovery and restoration. Our SERVPRO team has an entire inventory of practical deodorization tools and products that lead the industry, and when combined with our extensive experience in fire recovery, improve the speed and success of these odor removal endeavors. Some of these devices we use regularly are:  

-  Hydroxyl Machines – These units can help to reduce or eliminate harsh odors in a compromised environment. Units also work to filter out particulates, debris, dust, and soot circulating in the damaged areas of the property. 

-  Thermal Foggers – While our SERVPRO professionals lean more towards UV foggers for the elimination of lingering smoke odors, thermal fogging is still a powerful tool in our arsenal. These machines are highly portable, helping to address odors throughout the entire property quickly and efficiently. 

If you need our experienced SERVPRO of North Leon County fire restoration specialists or a second opinion on the work you have done for your home, give us a call today at (850) 536-6599.

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The Telltale Signs of Smoke Damage (and What to Do About It!)

3/10/2021 (Permalink)

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Say you've had a recent fire in your home, but it was mostly contained. You got rid of the damaged furniture, but your home still smells like smoke.

That's because smoke can spread throughout your home even if a fire doesn't. It can ruin your furniture, causing smells and stains that can become permanent. 

Here are some signs of smoke damage to stay aware of.

Signs of Smoke Damage

Lingering smoke damage is one of the many types of fire damage you'll have to deal with. 

Furniture that hasn't been burned can still carry a strong smoke smell. If not cleaned soon, that smell can linger and cause health effects down the line. Both fabric and leather furniture are equally susceptible to this issue. 

Wooden furniture may not carry scents as strongly as other types, but it can still have soot or debris in its many crevices. 

Smoke damage can also present itself on your walls and ceilings in the form of stains. You'll have to clean drywall carefully to prevent mold or damage. 

Be sure to document any damage you come across if you intend on making a smoke damage insurance claim. Most policies cover professional cleaning costs. 

Dangers of Smoke Damage

Fire isn't the only thing that can cause damage to your health and home. Acidic soot can cause metal surfaces to corrode over time. Porous surfaces can develop permanent stains, and appliances can yellow within hours. 

Even though the fire is gone, your furniture can hold onto the fine soot particles long after. Every time you sit on your couch, you could end up inhaling a puff of smoke. So it's important to hire a professional to cleanup as soon as possible. 

Smoke Damage Restoration

In order to avoid a smoke-damaged home or health effects, you should do your best to clean your home after a fire. 

Fabric-cleaner can help with certain pieces of furniture. Baking soda can also help lift out whatever soot is in your cushions. 

Leather furniture may require a harsher cleaner. A brush or vacuum should be used to remove ash residue. 

As for your walls, you need to be careful not to cause damage. Too much moisture can damage your drywall of cause it to develop mold. 

When in doubt, reach out to your local fire damage repair and restoration experts. They come especially handy after your home has just survived a fire.

Avoid Lingering Smoke

If you're noticed any of these signs of smoke damage, don't wait to do something. They can quickly become permanent fixtures in your home if they're not removed. 

And when you've scrubbed all you can and still notice smoke damage, reach out for help. Request a visit online or ask whatever questions you want about cleaning, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

5 Benefits of Hiring Professional Fire Damage Restoration Services

3/10/2021 (Permalink)

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2020 was such a wild year that it's difficult to remember what was happening right before Covid hit. In the early months of the year, almost the entire continent of Australia was ablaze.

The unprecedented giant fires engulfed the entire continent. Experts say climate change was the cause. With that in mind, we should expect even more fire-related events in the coming years.

If your home or business catches fire, then fire damage restoration services can help. Read on to learn five important benefits that the pros can provide to help you overcome a disaster.

1. Determine Your Losses

Fires are terrifying and traumatic. If you were in your home or business when the blaze started, then you'll need time to cope with what happened.

Revisiting the scene of the fire can bring back scary memories. Unless you've had time to process what happened, then you might not want to visit the area right away.

Fire damage experts can help you avoid emotional distress by going to the scene for you. They'll comb through the wreckage and determine the extent of your damage.

This way, you'll be more prepared to speak with your insurance company. You can give them an expert's estimation of your losses, which will speed up your claim, too.

2. Remove Excess Water and Dry Out Your Home

Did the fire department help put out your blaze? If so, then you might be surprised at how much water gets left in your home.

Fire damage restoration services include water removal. Experts will use wet-vacs and dehumidifiers to ensure your home is water-free.

3. Deep Cleaning Your Home and Valuables

Excess water isn't the only thing you'll need removed after a fire. Blazes also cause significant smoke and soot damage. This damage isn't easy to clean off, either.

Experts will use specialized cleaning agents to remove soot and smoke. They'll deep clean your home and ensure your air quality isn't affected by the smoke, soot, or mold spores.

A prompt response could mean the difference between losing and preserving your valuables.

4. Helps You Recover Faster

The best part about hiring fire damage experts is the speed at which they operate. Hiring the pros will ensure that you recover faster than if you go at it alone.

After the fire, you're likely ready for things to get back to normal. Let the professionals help you get there as soon as possible.

5. Safeguards Your Future

Experiencing one fire is more than enough in one lifetime. That's why the experts will help safeguard against future fires. They'll rebuild or restore your property using the most up-to-date technology and materials.

Fire Damage Restoration Services You Can Trust

When disaster strikes, it's all-too-easy to withdraw and isolate yourself. It's a real challenge for some people to ask for help. Despite that, fire damage restoration services are just the helping hand you need.

Not only will the pros speed up your recovery but they'll also help preserve your valuables, too. If your home or business went down in flames, let us help lift you up.

Our experts at SERVPRO are ready to get started. Contact us on our online form now, and we'll get in touch ASAP.

A Building Owner's Guide to Fire Restoration Methods and Services

2/4/2021 (Permalink)

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It was almost midnight when the candle caught your drapes on fire. If it hadn't been for your dog panic barking to wake you up, you might not have made it out in time!

Studies show that there were about 379,600 residential fires reported in the United States in 2018 alone! So, many people have had to go through the same nightmare that you did.

Now that the fire is out and the fire trucks have gone, how do you fix the damage that the fire inflicted on your home? Keep reading to learn all about the methods professionals use in fire restoration.

Top Causes of Residential Fires

While there are no limits to the ways a home could catch on fire, there are a few causes that occur more often than the others. Here are the most common causes for house fires.

• Cooking
• Heating Appliances
• Smoking in the Home
• Faulty Electrical Equipment
• Unattended Candles
• Faulty wiring

Try to mitigate these risks as best as you can. If your home does catch fire, the repairs can cost between $3000 and $40,000 depending on the extent of the damage.

Fire Restoration Methods

When you call in professionals to restore your home, there are a few processes that they go through. These are the 4 major methods they use for fire damage repair and restoration.

Water Damage Repair

When the fire department comes to put out a house fire, they use lots and lots of water. All that water sitting in your home will cause further structural damage if not dealt with right away.

They may set up dehumidifiers or large fans to help dry the area and help prevent mold from growing. The dehumidifiers and fans help draw water out of the walls and floors as well.

Soot Removal

Do you see a fine layer of black or grey covering your belongings? That's soot left behind when something burns until there's nothing left but carbon.

You'll want to clean up the soot fast too. If you leave soot on a porous surface like fabric for too long, you'll never get it all the way out again!

Smoke Damage Repair

After the soot and water damage, the next step is to look at any smoke damage. Regular cleaning methods may get all the visible soot, but you'll want to do a deep clean to get all the smoke remnants out of the cracks, crevices, and fabrics.

Burn Damage Repair

The last method is to remove anything that the fire touched. You may love your Mom's old stuffed animal, but if it has char on it, you'll need to get rid of it.

Don't Let a House Fire Be a Total Loss

No one wants to go through the trauma of your home going up in flames. But, with any luck, it doesn't have to be the end of your life!

As the professionals take care of restoring your home, focus on your family and finances. If you feel overwhelmed, don't shy away from asking for help.

We hope you enjoyed reading this article and that you learned a few things about fire restoration methods. If you have any questions about this article, or if you need home restoration services in the Tallahassee area, contact us today!

5 Immediate Steps to Take After Your Home Has Been Fired Damaged

1/8/2021 (Permalink)

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After a fire it can be hard to think and know what to do. Here are 5 immediate step you should take immediately after your home has been fire damaged.

Between 2014 and 2018, there were over 350,000 home fires.

Many of us grow up learning fire safety in school, but we never thought about having to put those safety tips to use. House fires can be small, but they can also leave huge amounts of damage. 

What they didn't teach you in school is what to do after significant fire damage. Processing the news and knowing what step to take next can be overwhelming, but we're here to help. 

Below are 5 steps to take after your home has been fire damaged. Hopefully, you'll never have to take these steps, but it's better to be safe than sorry. 

1. Find a Safe Place to Stay

While much of home fire damage is noticeable, there's also a lot of damage you aren't able to see. There are hidden layers of soot and weakened ceiling spots. 

Grab your kids and pets, and find somewhere to stay for a few nights until you know it's safe to go back. Call nearby family and friends, or check out apps like Airbnb for more long-term stays. 

2. File an Insurance Claim

Directly after you settle into somewhere safe, file a claim with insurance. If you wait to file a claim, you'll also be waiting to receive a lot of the help you need. Insurance will help pay for repairs or help you find a new home.

When filing the claim, don't forget to thoroughly document all fire damage spots.  

3. Talk With Your Family

In addition to physical recovery after fire damage, there will also be the process of mental and emotional recovery. House fires are traumatic events for many people, and it's important to talk together as a family after the damage. 

Let everyone talk about how they're feeling, and decide if anyone may benefit from seeking out mental health services. 

4. Look Into Fire Restoration Services

The fire restoration process is long and complicated, so you'll need to find someone you trust. Check out local company reviews online or speak to your insurance provider about any suggestions. 

5. Pause Utilities

Until the local fire department gives you the green light, pause the use of all of your utilities. Keep the water and electricity off. If you use your water or electricity before approval, you run the risk of another fire or water damage. 

Once you believe you're safe, contact a professional to inspect your home to provide you with your next step. 

Take Action After Your Home Has Been Fire Damaged

It can be extremely overwhelming knowing what to do after your home has been fire damaged. Above is a quick list of some first steps to take. 

Immediately after the fire has been put out, find somewhere safe to stay such as a hotel or friend's house. You'll want to later document the fire damage and file an insurance claim. Most importantly, take some time to sit down with your family for love and support. 

Are you searching for a water and fire damage restoration company? You've come to the right place. Contact us with any questions about the cleaning process. 

Does Your Business Need A Fire Damage Escape Plan?

8/10/2020 (Permalink)

It's important to plan ahead to better prepare for an emergency situation. SERVPRO can help you with our Emergency Ready Plan.

Tallahassee Companies Must Help Their Employees Escape In Case Of Fire Damage.

Business owners in Tallahassee know it is essential to look after their employees and ensure a safe and comfortable working environment. Part of taking care of your staff is making a plan for potential disasters and ensuring everyone knows what to do if a problem arises.

Tallahassee entrepreneurs need a fire damage escape plan that protects their employees in the event of a blaze. It is better to draw up your strategy sooner rather than later.

What is a fire escape plan?

A fire escape plan sets out all the actions staff should take if a fire breaks out. Do not take the plan lightly – SERVPRO of North Leon County recommends dedicating plenty of time to meeting with staff to hash out the details. It is best to have a committee draw up the document, rather than just one person.

Once the plan is complete, all staff members should familiarize themselves with it. You should also keep copies in easily accessible places within your business.

What should I include in the plan?

Every fire damage escape plan should include:

A communication plan – communication during and after a fire is not easy, so draw up a plan that clarifies who is responsible for calling emergency services and contacting staff members and insurers

Escape routes – make sure staff in all areas of the building know their primary and secondary escape routes, and make sure you post appropriate signage and maps throughout the building

Assembly points – once people are out, ensure they know where to go

A list of staff roles for dealing with fires 

Which roles should I assign?

Assigning staff roles is vital. If a fire happens to break out, it is likely to be chaos in your business. People will be panicking, the emergency services will arrive, people will lose access to their regular equipment and communication channels. Establish in advance who is responsible for what, to lessen confusion. Assigning roles means staff can respond faster.

Staff roles should include:

Fire wardens are responsible for planning the fire response and for taking charge in the event of a fire

Assistant fire wardens are usually accountable for sounding the alarm and calling the emergency services

Floor monitors make sure everyone has left and therefore are the last to leave – in a larger company you will need several floor monitors, each with an assigned area

Route guides supervise evacuation, make sure everyone knows where to go, and does their best to keep people calm

Fire extinguishers fight the blaze with the provided equipment but only if it is entirely safe to do so, and they must be trained in how to use the equipment

How can SERVPRO help if a fire breaks out?

Even with excellent planning, a fire might break out in your business premises. In the event of fire damage, SERVPRO is on hand to help with fire restoration, building repairs, and clean up after the firefighters have left.

SERVPRO understands that getting back to business is your top priority. Our teams arrive fully equipped to clean and restore your business premises. We start by removing excess water from fire hoses and sprinklers to help dry your building and prevent spore growth. Once the water is gone, we turn our hand to cleaning and scrubbing any soot-damaged surfaces, including floors and ceilings, HVAC ducts, drapes and blinds, and office furniture such as chairs and desks. We use a range of scrubbing, vacuuming, and cleaning preparations to achieve our aim.

We also take care of deodorizing your premises afterward, so it is pleasant to work in once more.

How can SERVPRO help me prepare?

Our Emergency Ready Plan (ERP) is ideal for helping you prepare for a fire. It is free to get started – download the app, and create an online account. Once you have created your account, the app guides you to carry out a thorough walk-through of your office or warehouse. When prompted, you will take photos and note down all the information the app asks for, such as water main location, exit routes, and premises layout.

You can use the information you gather to draw up a thorough fire damage plan, which includes information on staff responsibilities, the chain of command, and evacuation points.

You can also use your ERP to establish us as your first point of contact for cleanup.

Having your ERP to hand helps you respond quicker in the event of a disaster, and makes it easier to get in touch with us.

If you are concerned about the effects of fire damage, give SERVPRO of North Leon County a call at (850) 536-6599.

I Need to Restore My Centerville Home After a Fire. What Should I Do?

6/3/2020 (Permalink)

“Like it never even happened.”

Seek Professional Help from SERVPRO to Handle the Fire damage in Your Centerville Property

Several factors cause fires in homes that leave property owners in a devasted state with no idea of where to begin. The professionals from SERVPRO can get your life back to normal by restoring your Centerville home to its preloss condition.

Where should I begin?

Begin by seeking help from SERVPRO technicians who have the skill and experience to restore your Centerville property after fire damage. Our technicians can conduct a comprehensive inspection of the damage. We help our customers to record and document everything in the property for insurance purposes. Our technicians can remove valuable items like upholstered furniture immediately after the inspection so that smoke and soot do not embed themselves into the fibers.

How secure is my property during the restoration process?

Our priority during the restoration process is to protect the property from more damage. We can seal any openings to protect the structure from rainfall and intruders. Our team of technicians can attach plywood to the surface around the holes.

How do you conduct the cleaning and soot removal?

It is difficult to clean out smoke residues after a fire. Our team has access to hi-tech equipment and tools to clean it. Since the stain goes beyond the surface, we can deep scrub, sand, and refurnish the surfaces to rid of the soot on hard surfaces such as the floor.

To remove stains on carpet and furniture, we can use a natural fabric brightener. We mix the product with shampoo super concentrate to remove oxidized stains from cotton and wool.

What about the water damage on my property?

We understand that firefighters often use gallons of water to fight the flames Residual water from fire extinguishing efforts can cause mold to grow throughout the affected areas if it is not mitigated properly. The increased moisture interacts with mold spores. In confined spaces, this allows the mold to proliferate on porous sources. Our water damage restoration service involves:

    •    Inspecting the affected areas.
    •    Extracting water using portable pumps.
    •    Thorough drying using air movers and dehumidifiers.
    •    Cleaning and wiping down all affected surfaces with anti-microbial agents.

Our SERVPRO technicians can also use a ventilation box fan to generate high-velocity airflow. The equipment moves dry air in the property, helping the affected surfaces to dry faster. Also, the box fan removes the charcoal-like odor in the affected area.

After a fire loss in your home, contact SERVPRO of North Leon County immediately at (850) 536-6599 for effective restoration. “Like it never even happened.”

Fire Damage Restoration In Centerville

4/20/2020 (Permalink)

If you ever notice foul odors or soot residues after a small fire burns inside your home, call SERVPRO.

Fire Damage Restoration In Centerville Can Involve Using A ULV Fogger

Even if a small blaze ignites inside your Centerville home, the smoke coming from it can cause you several different issues. Smoke and the odors and residues it leaves behind can become a significant portion of any fire damage restoration project. When the inferno is small and extinguished quickly, smoldering items can still give off a large amount of smoke. The smoke can then find its way all over your house.

Once the smoke that consists of partially combusted particles comes into contact with cooler surfaces such as your walls or ceilings, it can harden and turn into soils or soot residues. During any fire damage project in Centerville, our SERVPRO technicians know that the cleaning of soot residues is vital to restoring your structure. Soot residues can ruin some surfaces, cause discoloration, and become the source of foul odors. The smoke coming from the burnt items in your building can also penetrate deeply into your porous contents and building materials like your carpets or upholstered furniture.

When foul odors are still prevalent inside your home after all burnt materials get removed, and the soot residues are cleaned, our SERVPRO crew can implement specialized deodorization procedures. In some cases, the key to removing all malodor particles is to dispense a chemical deodorant into the atmosphere that mimics how the smoke flowed throughout your structure. To do this, we can use industrial deodorization equipment such as thermal or Ultra Low Volume (ULV) foggers to break down the chemicals into microscopic particles so that they can penetrate deeply into your affected contents and structural components.

ULV foggers atomize water-based chemical deodorants and turn them into a fine mist. These foggers can break deodorants down into particles as small as 20 to 60 microns in size, which can penetrate most affected items. ULV misters can be used to deodorize your building materials, contents, air supply system, or your attic. We can also use air movers to push the mist further into an affected area or to keep the deodorants airborne for a longer time.

If you ever notice foul odors or soot residues after a small fire burns inside your home, call SERVPRO of North Leon County at (850) 536-6599 24/7. We’re Faster to Any Size Disaster.

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Does Cleaning My Centerville Home After a Fire Remove Odors?

4/15/2020 (Permalink)

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Smoke Odors Can Be a Challenge to Remove, But Our Professionals Have Many Tools and Products to Get the Job Done.

After a fire loss incident, you might find that the damage has stayed localized to a specific area. However, migrating effects like odors have penetrated almost every area of the house. This situation might be even worse when structural damage and the destructive effects of a fire encompass more than a small area of your Centerville property. Cleaning up after a fire loss can be easier said than done, as different materials and areas of the house require different approaches to protect underlying substrates.

When you consider how quickly and thoroughly the spread of fire damage in Centerville homes occurs, it can show how critical fast-responding technicians are in this situation. Even in the reduction and eventual neutralization of smoke and fire odors, steps to make odor elimination more efficient can begin with the arrival of our emergency responders. There are many ways that we can limit the concentration and continued spread of smoke scents.

Will Fire Odors Disappear on Their Own? 

It is a common belief that given enough time, fire effects like odors dissipate and disappear on their own. In truth, while it might appear as though the effects have wavered some, it might be due to a closing of the pores in the affected materials in the fire-damaged areas. When temperatures in the house rise again naturally, pores can reopen and spread a smoke smell throughout the property once again. The only effective way to address this is during the mitigation and restoration phases of your home following fire losses with sophisticated equipment.

Some materials are more susceptible and sensitive than others when it comes to absorbing smoke and fire odors. Often, this has much to do with the permeance of these materials and how likely they are for gases and liquids to penetrate surface layers and infiltrate the molecular structure of the structural element or content. Some of the most vulnerable in your home are:

• Drywall
• Wood Framing
• Soft Materials
• Porous Surfaces
• Carpets
• Fabrics

What Can Reduce Odors from a Fire? 

Reducing the immediate severity of odors is a step that is often left to the emergency technicians responding to the disaster. By implementing some of these practices, we can reduce the great lengths necessary to neutralize odors without slowing the spread of it.

• Debris Removal 

One of the first steps that our SERVPRO team can take is to remove rubbish, debris, and charred remnants of structural elements and contents out of the house. These piles of ash and debris can be highly concentrated points of odor circulation.

• Cleaning

Cleaning surfaces and exposed contents might be part of the mitigation and restoration phases, but it can also help to reduce the severity of odors and threatening circumstances like soot circulation.

• Content Management

It is no surprise that one of the priorities of the customers that we serve is the belongings in their house, and these items can become odor hot spots as well. With content management practices like pack-outs, we can remove damaged possessions to our nearby facility for cleaning, deodorization, and storage until mitigation completes.

What Equipment is Best for Fire Odor Removal? 

Choosing one piece of equipment for odor removal is much like traveling through Tallahassee in the same way every day, regardless of traffic patterns, the time, or construction projects. You might always get where you are going eventually, but there are often more efficient routes than the same path over and over. We have several critical pieces of deodorization equipment, including:

• Thermal Foggers

Foggers are a versatile piece of equipment. By superheating deodorizing products to a vapor fog, the gaseous compound can penetrate porous materials with trapped odors to neutralize these odor molecules permanently.

• Hydroxyl Machines

By using the same natural reactions from our atmosphere with UV interacting with water droplets, we can use this equipment to clean environments and eliminate odors with the production of hydroxyl radicals. The onboard HEPA filter can help to reduce circulating debris as well.

• Ozone Generators

A machine that divides an oxygen molecule in two produces an unstable result that bonds with odor compounds in the environment and breaks them apart. Ozone itself is harmful to be exposed to, so this is only a beneficial approach in a vacated house or our warehouse’s ozone chamber, which can eliminate odors in several items simultaneously.

Odors can often be one of the most troublesome aspects of fire recovery, but our SERVPRO of North Leon County team can help. We have experienced professionals ready 24/7 to reach out when you need it most. Give us a call anytime at (850) 536-6599.

Some Warning Signs of Fire Damage Remediation Issues in Tallahassee

3/8/2020 (Permalink)

Don't despair after a fire. Contact our certified fire damage remediation team for an assessment and effective services.

Rely on Our Content Cleaning Specialists After Fire Damage in Tallahassee

Continual advances in the products and techniques used to capture and remove fire residues on the structural surfaces of your Tallahassee home offer hope that interior spaces can return to preloss condition. After thorough cleaning, and repairs we can help arrange, the structure of your home looks, feels, and even smells “Like it never even happened.” Unfortunately, the same cannot always be said of the furnishings and personal belongings filling your home.

Ponder a Pack-Out

Proven protocols also can mitigate and remediate the harm done to your home’s contents after Tallahassee fire damage. Our production facility makes available a wide range of specialized cleaning, deodorizing, and disinfecting services developed for everything from furniture and household goods to belongings and mementos of great personal value. Our Contents Claim Inventory Service (CCIS) offers a comprehensive and secure system that inventories items packed up for evaluation. Using lists, digital photos, and barcoding, we can track articles and the interventions we perform for your information and to provide documentation for your insurer.

High-Level Skills and Access to Innovative Resources

When helping our customers deal with the overwhelming amount of soiling and deterioration of belongings after a fire, SERVPRO employees often note a sense of hopelessness and despair. The stress experienced after the crisis can cloud the judgment of homeowners unaware of the ability our trained and experienced professional restorers have to return even badly corroded or soot-covered items back to function and appearance. 

Controlled Environment with a Wealth of Options

Once your belongings undergo evaluation at our production facility, we can choose appropriate cleaning products and techniques away from the high-energy circumstances in your home. SERVPRO technicians can control the environment as we work through your items. Examples of specialized procedures we offer at the production facility include:

• Freeze drying of documents saturated by firefighting water
• Small drying and deodorization chambers for upholstered furniture, allowing focused treatment for persistent odors due to smoke and water damage 
• Immersion cleaning, with the option of ultrasonic treatment, using sound waves to dislodge deeply embedded soils

Consult with the experts at SERVPRO of North Leon County to explore opportunities for individualized contents cleaning after fire damage. Call us at (850) 536-6599 to coordinate an assessment after the official all-clear for your property.

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Some Warning Signs of Fire Damage Mishaps in Tallahassee

1/30/2020 (Permalink)

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Reasons to Hire Professionals to Restore Your Fire Damaged Tallahassee Home 

After a fire starts in your home, lasting damage can occur. After putting out the fire, ash, water, and smoke can continue damaging your house. Using DIY techniques to clean your home may cause more problems because you may not remove the residues effectively.

Even though you may be anxious about cleaning your Tallahassee home after fire damage, remember that while certain cleaning materials and techniques are safe to use, others can cause further damage. You can hire a fire restoration company such as SERVPRO to help you prevent additional damage. Our crew can take steps to remove the smoke residues, debris, the chemicals, or water used to put out the fire and odors.

When restoring fire-damaged homes, worker and occupant safety is a priority. Our crew can inspect your home thoroughly, noting all the destruction the fire caused. When checking your home, our team can identify and address safety hazards. This includes slip and trip hazards, electrical hazards, and air quality issues. We can separate burnt electrical equipment and cords for disposal and unplug and tag questionable electrical appliances so they can be evaluated for safe operation. We can turn off the electrical power and keep it off until a licensed technician evaluates it.

Smoke quickly travels to rooms that the fire did not affect, causing other damages such as stained walls and bad odors in the house. Therefore, our team can deal with smoke damage immediately to prevent costly repairs. We have suitable tools to remove ash and soot. We can clean all the walls and ceilings that have stains from the smoke. We take care of all the debris left after the disaster.

Smoke may also affect furniture, clothing, and electronics. Our SERVPRO technicians can restore your salvageable contents to their preloss condition. We can use the immersion cleaning technique to clean items that can tolerate being completely saturated with the cleaning product like Venetian blinds. Our restorers can also immerse small washable items in the cleaning solution and use brushes or towels to dislodge the soils. After cleaning the things, we can use fresh water to rinse them. We can also use a less labor-intensive and more straightforward immersion cleaning procedure known as ultrasonic cleaning to clean items. We place the contents into an ultrasonic tank that is filled with water and a suitable cleaning solution.

During the restoration process, we work directly with our customer’s insurance company to come up with the loss estimate. We update our customers about every decision we make and give them a chance to air their views.

After experiencing fire damage in your home, you need quick, professional help. SERVPRO of North Leon County can help you to handle the fire loss. Call us today at (850) 536-6599 for prompt restoration.

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Solvent-based Fire Damage Cleanup for Tallahassee Residents

11/10/2019 (Permalink)

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Usually, a property fire is followed by a lengthy cleanup process. Certain charred materials need removal and disposal. Others may be considered restorable or salvageable. Being able to sift through debris as well as identify the areas in your home where soot or smoke residues may reside is essential to performing a quick service. Your estimator may inspect and test residues to put together your claim expense. Equally, our fire and smoke restoration technicians (FRST) can conduct pre-tests of residues to determine an appropriate cleaning method. 

We can handle your fire damage cleanup in Tallahassee from start to finish. After pre-testing surfaces and soiling, SERVPRO can begin the process of capturing dry residues. These dry residues are usually created by the combustion of natural materials or soot that get blown outward from a high-pressure fire. We use wet/dry vacuums to help remove any loose soot from the surface, which can help prepare a surface for the solvent cleaning stage.

Solvent-based cleaning methods are useful on surfaces where there are no loose particles. As a wet-cleaning method, these can be more time-consuming as drying times becomes an additional factor. However, by applying the correct wet-cleaning methods, SERVPRO can complete a thorough cleanup that can help to reduce odor while getting your home back to its preloss condition. 

Solvent cleaning agents can be water or oil-based depending on the type of smoke residue we are removing. Generally, the solvent is applied, which loosens the bonded particles from a surface. These particles become suspended in the solvent then removed by washing away cleaning products with clean water. SERVPRO technicians can significantly reduce the drying times by applying air-movers or other drying equipment to the affected surfaces.

If you are considering conducting fire cleanup yourself, it is vital to be aware of the state and local laws regarding the disposal of cleaning solvents. You should never dispose of solvents in sewer or septic systems, avoid storm drains, or disposing of solvent in septic tanks. 

Our technicians can dispose of the solvent correctly in line with local and federal laws during fire cleanup. Contact SERVPRO of North Leon County at (850) 536-6599 for expert assistance. 

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Our Crew Has The Proper Techniques To Handle Your Fire Damage In Tallahassee

7/24/2019 (Permalink)

Fire Damage in this kitchen began on the stove, we were able to arrive right away to begin restoration on the hood of the stove and the cabinetry.

Tips for Removing Odors After a Fire Damages Your Tallahassee Home

A fire incident can injure the residents of a house and ruin various parts of the building and the possessions in it. The items that survive the fire damage can bring comfort, but when the smoke scent sets in, removing it from clothing, fabrics, furniture and other porous materials can seem like an impossible undertaking. Acting speedily to eliminate the odors is essential because the longer they remain in your house; the harder it is to remove them.

You can take several steps to eradicate smoke odors after a fire damages your Tallahassee residence. Begin by removing most items that have a smoke scent such as furniture, area rugs, clothing and wallpaper to streamline the process of eradicating smoke smells. If the weather allows, open the windows and place fans in your home to circulate the air. Ventilation helps to minimize the scent while drying out the moisture damage that happened in the fire extinguishing process.

You should also eliminate soot from fabrics to prevent secondary destruction because it is acidic. Since soot holds the scent, it is advisable to use an industrial vacuum to eradicate the oily residue. Make sure you hold the nozzle of the vacuum cleaners above the carpeting, fabric or drapery to prevent it from staining or damaging the materials further. To deal with smoke smell, also consider sealing the porous surfaces that may have absorbed it such as raw, unfinished wood.

It is also essential to use the odor removal services that SERVPRO offers. We have the sophisticated equipment and expertise required to eliminate smoke smells after fire damage. Our technicians usually combine several deodorization techniques to solve odor problems. The same deodorizing product or technique cannot solve all scent issues. Some smells require direct spraying, some fogging and others activated oxygen. Our odor control technician (OCT) can use safe and efficient strategies to achieve the best results possible using equipment like:

· Hydroxyl generators
· Thermal foggers
· Ventilation box fans
· Ozone generators
· Air scrubbers

We can also clean and sanitize your belongings by using ultrasonic technology to remove soot. Ultrasonic cleaning can restore ceramics, glass, plastics, hardware, toys, cloth lampshades and blinds among other items. Once our SERVPRO technicians deodorize your house, it can smell fresh once again. Our deodorization process seeks to make the fire and smoke damage seem “Like it never even happened.”

When a fire ruins your house and you need a rapid response and quick answers, contact SERVPRO of North Leon County to deal with the smoke scents. Our crew can locate and restore the areas and items that fire, soot, and smoke have ruined. You can reach us 24/7 at (850) 536-6599.

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Our Trained Technicians Will Restore Your Tallahassee Home After A Fire Disaster

6/5/2019 (Permalink)

A fire in this Tallahassee kitchen began on the stove, the hood of the stove and the cabinetry were charred by the fire.

Fire Odors in a Tallahassee Home Can Come From Many Sources

One of the most common complaints we get from local homeowners about fire odors in their residences is that the odors may have remained in their homes for many years, sometimes since before they ever purchased their homes. Smoke odors can, depending on the volume and type of smoke in the building, take decades to fall to unnoticeable levels. Given that smoke odors can bother those in and around your home and potentially decrease property values, investing in a permanent deodorization treatment may be worth your time.

Fire damage in Tallahassee homes can come from many different sources and may pose unique challenges even to SERVPRO technicians certified in fire damage treatments by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC). Different types of smoke produce significantly different particles that may require variable mixtures of absorption agents, adsorption agents, and other odor-neutralizing chemicals to treat. Over the years, however, we have learned to treat fire odors from sources ranging from long-term tobacco use to large-scale house fires that can affect the entire building. Telling us over the phone what type of situation caused the odors can help us to prepare adequately for the work to come.

Some projects may pose additional difficulties due to the volume and spread of smoke particles throughout the home. Significant fires or long-term tobacco use can cause smoke odors to spread throughout the air vents in your home and lead to a more prolonged and extensive odor removal process. SERVPRO technicians also receive IICRC certifications related to the cleaning of your home HVAC systems and can use this training to eliminate odors that might otherwise circulate around your home. We provide full and total coverage for your home when eliminating odors of any kind, leaving the place looking and smelling "Like it never even happened."

SERVPRO of North Leon County specializes in reversing the effects fire and smoke damage can have on your home. Call us as soon as possible after a disaster at (850) 536-6599 for our 24/7 services.

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Tallahassee Fire and Soot Problems? SERVPRO Is a Premier Cleaning and Restoration Company--Ready to Help

5/8/2019 (Permalink)

Even SERVPRO Cannot Restore Every Fire Damaged Chandelier in Tallahassee--But Most, We Can!

Structural Content Restoration after Fire Damage in Tallahassee

A minor or medium scale fire usually causes damage to structural components that requires professional remediation. Unlike contents, structural components are fixed in place which can make them awkward to clean correctly. Gaps that can be penetrated by smoke but are tough to access also could create an odor issue in your home.

We provide expert restoration of cabinets, attics, lighting fixtures, insulation, windows & glass as well as drapery rods and fixtures that have suffered from fire damage in Tallahassee. Each of these structural components presents a unique challenge for restorers, and here at SERVPRO we continually develop approaches to ensure an efficient service from start to finish.

The kind of approaches we develop incorporate the latest technology as well as care and attention to detail. Chandeliers, for example, frequently require detailed cleaning due to decorative trim or color. Our technicians can use steam cleaning to restore onsite, or pack the chandelier down and send it for ultrasonic immersion cleaning. Once the restoration is complete, we can re-assemble it in its preloss condition.

Cabinets present a different challenge due to their fixed nature. It is also not uncommon for cabinet interiors to be unfinished woods which means standard wet cleaning methods could cause further damage. For the inside of your fittings, we can apply dry cleaning to remove soots and place odor neutralizing pellets inside the cabinet. We can also drill small holes to create airflow in case any residual moisture from the firefighting procedure is left behind.

Fabrics including curtains, furniture covers or clothes can often assimilate soots and become difficult to clean with household appliances. SERVPRO has Esporta washing machines capable of removing up to 99% of soiling from fabrics. We make an inventory of any items requiring a pack-out and can restore them to your property once cleaning is complete.

Getting your structural contents back to preloss condition is our specialty. Contact SERVPRO of North Leon County at (850) 536-6599 today.

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Answered: Your Most Burning Questions About Tallahassee Fire Damage

5/4/2019 (Permalink)

Fire damage can leave smoke remnants lingering in your home. Contact SERVPRO today for remediation help.

Fire Damage can Leave Your Windows Blackened in Tallahassee

The scene of a fire with smoke spewing out of windows and firefighters' vent holes in the roof does not always mean the complete loss of the home. Even smaller fires can cause smoke to pour out of open windows. This often causes neighbors in Tallahassee to call the fire department and check to see if they might help in some way. SERVPRO advises our customers never to re-enter a burning house and to leave such dangerous activities to the fire department.

Once the firefighters extinguish the flames and check to rule out any hot spots that might restart a fire, SERVPRO can check your house for the severity of fire damage in Tallahassee. When a fire stayed contained in a single area of a home, the rest of the home merely needs extensive cleaning. The windows in these areas, as well as mirrors and other hard, smooth surfaces, often contain high amounts of carbon residue. This black soot can also contain other components from plastics and other synthetic materials that burned during the fire.

Replacing windows in otherwise undamaged areas can impose unnecessary expenses on the homeowner. Cleaning these structural elements of a home while we also restore more seriously damaged areas of your house reduces your expenses and helps your family get back to normal routines faster. Reducing your overall costs means your budget also bounces back more quickly.

Our ability to clean these items without their removal also keeps your home more secure against vandals and looters. Our presence during the time we work can help deter curious teens and others who want to see what a fire damaged house looks like, protecting both them and your family's belongings.

There are many aspects to a fire, and how it can affect your home. When we clean the interior and work on removing damaged items, we take these different issues into consideration of how they interact with other parts of the mitigation and restoration process.

SERVPRO of North Leon County can help get your family's home back to its preloss condition, “Like it never even happened.” Call us at (850) 536-6599 to find out more about our services, training, and our dedication to our neighbors in Centerville, Meridian, and Miccosukee. Fire damage of any degree needs professional specialists who can safely restore your home.

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We Have The Equipment And Training To Handle Your Tallahassee Fire Damage Restoration

3/15/2019 (Permalink)

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How Advanced Training Improves the Outcomes in Restoration of Fire Damage in Tallahassee

A fire incident can happen anytime considering the number of likely sources in a house including stoves, electrical equipment, and even chimneys. Whatever the cause, taking remedial action immediately after the fire is out can make a significant difference to the outcome. Choosing a team of restorers with advanced training in fire and smoke restoration helps in many ways.

Many incidents of fire damage in Tallahassee also includes aspects of water damage especially if the blaze is big enough to involve the fire department. As water is sprayed into the property to suppress the flames, it soaks into any porous materials in the vicinity including carpets, wall materials and contents such as upholstery. Our SERVPRO technicians can tackle different aspects of water damage including extraction of standing water and drying moisture from materials using advanced equipment and skills.

Once the fire is out, you are left with many types of wastes in the property including charred item remains and residues such as soot on surfaces or airborne particulate matter. Removing such wastes requires different approaches. Removal of larger items charred by the flames requires physical strength. Our SERVPRO technicians have no problem doing this since we work as a team. Removal of residues requires skills because the heat from the fire opens up pores in materials embedding residues deeper. We use powered multi-surface scrubbing equipment and professional cleaning agents to remove residues from surfaces.

Fire damage leaves different types of damages on surfaces either due to the action of heat, flames, and residues. Restoring materials affected in the blaze instead of replacing them can help reduce the overall cost of the process. Through the use of advanced techniques such as soda blasting, our SERVPRO technicians can restore slightly charred furniture surfaces effectively. We also understand how different residues affect materials. For example, soot tends to be acidic causing rust or stains in metallic and stone materials respectively. We remove such residues from surfaces at the earliest possible opportunity to prevent such outcomes.

After a fire incident in Centerville, Lake Lamonia and Meridian areas, call SERVPRO of Leon County to help restore your property. You can reach us at (850) 536-6599 any time.

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How Fire Damages Your Tallahassee HVAC System

1/9/2019 (Permalink)

Your HVAC system can circulate smoke and soot damage throughout the house.

Cleaning Your HVAC System After a Fire in Your Tallahassee Home

Combustion in some area of your Tallahassee property can create both smoke and flames, both of which can present substantial concerns for the entirety of your house. When you factor in that many homes utilize their air circulation appliances almost continually, it is often running whenever the fire breaks out. This added variable allows smoke odors, residues, debris, and other airborne concerns to travel to every room in your house from the source of the fire via the ductwork.

Cleaning up the fire damage and present debris in your Tallahassee home is a vital component to beginning restoration. Among the chief concerns with the cleanup is any health hazard or potential risk for our technicians on site or others that might come into contact with the area. Removing buildup and residue from the ductwork system can help to reduce the continued spread of the damage and keep the bulk of the restoration work to occur confined to the area where it happened.

This process begins with a thorough inspection of the HVAC system affected by the recent fire. Much like our traditional cleaning efforts for this area of your house, we visually inspect and use equipment to determine the full extent of the damage through unreachable areas of your ducts. Once we can determine the problem areas, our SERVPRO technicians bring out the equipment that is necessary to clean out the HVAC system thoroughly.

Bristled brushes that can get extensively extended get used to help break apart buildup and sediment caked to the walls of the ducts. These brushes can get attached to a drill base to offer more power and precision for cleaning set in debris. High powered vacuums seal over floor grates or ceiling grates to clean large portions of the system without the mess.

Reducing the buildup and trapped dust, debris, smoke residue, and particulates within the system allows for our professionals to better prevent the spread of fire damage throughout your home and helps to allow later the HVAC system to run more efficiently. Give our SERVPRO of North Leon County rapid response team a call to help with any emergency at (850) 536-6599.

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SERVPRO (Pan)Handles Tallahassee Properties After a Fire Loss

10/1/2018 (Permalink)

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Widespread Effects Following a Fire in Your Tallahassee Home

One of the things that Tallahassee homeowners try to prepare for is the threat of natural disasters in their home. With the severe weather systems that steadily work through the region through over half of the year, these disasters are never far-off possibilities. It is the disasters that happen inside of your home, causing widespread concerns that are challenging to overcome that can catch you even more off-guard. A fire breaking out in your residence is an excellent example.

You might not realize just how much fire damage can affect your Tallahassee residence until the situation is upon you. From the immediate threats to the structure of your home to substantial secondary effects to contend with, a homeowner can often find themselves overwhelmed at the thought of what it could take to return their home to the way it should be.

From the moment that our SERVPRO team appears at your door, we start assessing the full scope of the damage that the house has sustained from the disaster. With fire damages, the effects rarely remain isolated to the origination point of the fire. Instead, these effects travel through adjoining rooms and areas, even through the ductwork, to influence many regions of your house.

Among the most challenging and widespread of these effects to overcome, even for our experienced and well-equipped SERVPRO technicians, is smoke and soot damage. These symptoms of the fire travel well beyond the range of the primary effects and can alter not only the open areas of the house but also its contents and construction materials. While soot can often get cleaned with conventional approaches, locating it throughout your house can be a chore, even with our sophisticated equipment. Smoke damage often presents itself as the harsh odor throughout your house, and this can get addressed with the use of thermal fogging deodorization equipment, at least. There may be a need for ozone generated molecules to neutralize foul odors.

Fire damage only gets worse the longer that you wait to repair and restore the effects in your house. Trust our SERVPRO of North Leon County technicians to help you recover from this incident and restore its damages efficiently, "Like it never even happened." Give us a call anytime at (850) 536-6599.

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Handling Loosely And Firmly Attached Smoke Particles After A Fire Damage Incident In Tallahassee

8/15/2018 (Permalink)

After a fire damage incident, you need to know the items you can and cannot refurbish.

A Fire Damage Incident In Your Home

After a fire damage incident, you need to know the items you can and cannot refurbish. It is time you need to seek professional advice as you work towards returning your property to its former state. Working with fire restorers can help you reduce further damage and in the process avoid the costly option of replacing restorable materials. We are outlining how we handle the different forms of smoke residues when such events happen in Tallahassee.

When responding to fire damage incidents in Tallahassee, our SERVPRO technicians begin by performing an inspection. During the inspection, we can determine the types of smoke residues and the extent of the damage. It helps us to establish the most appropriate cleaning services and restoration procedures to use. Remember, all fire events are unique, and they require professional expertise and the use of logic to salvage items and restore your property.

To remove the residues from surfaces, our SERVPRO technicians must use appropriate capturing techniques that are either fluid or air-based. Vacuuming and dissolving are the two common processes that we use when capturing and removing the smoke residues. We prefer vacuuming when the site has dry particles which are loosely attached to the surface. If we introduce moisture at this stage, the surface may absorb them and end up being hard to remove.

After we are through with vacuuming and all the loose particles have been captured, we then loosen the bond of the firmly attached particles by dissolving. Once we have suspended all the residues in a cleaning product, it is time to rinse the surface. The type of smoke particles as well as the surface they are attached to usually helps us to select the cleaning agent we use to dissolve the particles. We use solvent based cleaning agents when we are dealing with particles that are not water-soluble. It's also important to note that some surfaces can get additional damage when cleaned by water or solvents.

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Cleaning Actions For Fire Damage In Tallahassee Homes

7/6/2018 (Permalink)

The SERVPRO Green Fleet: We're Faster To Any Size Disaster--The Fire & Smoke Cleanup Specialists in the Tallahassee Area

SERVPRO Provides Fire & Smoke Options for Cleanup and Restoration

Tallahassee homeowners usually deal with floods much more often than fires. If left untreated or poorly cleaned, the residues left by a fire can cause as much or more damage than a tropical storm.

Cleaning up Tallahassee fire damage means breaking the bonds between the residues and other soils that settled on the various surfaces in each affected home. SERVPRO restoration technicians use four different actions to break these bonds, tailoring each one to the surface to prevent any further damage.
 
First, there is the Mechanical Action. Agitation is effective in dislodging residues and soils from many surfaces; metal, stone, and hardwoods in particular. Technicians also use it as a pre-cleaning method to remove the bulk of dry, non-greasy soils before applying a cleaning agent.
 
Once our specialists begin cleaning, using an agent for a Lubrication Action can be very useful. The goal here is to use the cleaning agent to make the surface slippery, so the residue or other soils slide off the surface without affecting it. Depending on the chemical agent they use, specialists can dissolve the residue or isolate it in the cleaning agent, away from the personal or structural property.
 
In some instances, SERVPRO technicians have to use a Chemical Action to alter the residue. After they change it, they remove the residue or other soils with one of our bleaching agents or a concentrated shampoo. This method is used primarily on fabrics and carpeting to prevent colors from bleeding while also removing stains. It is especially useful on cotton and wool carpets and upholstered furniture.
 
Finally, there is the Suspension and Dispersion Action. It is the most common action our restoration teams use. Specialists use one of the cleaning agents in our inventory designed to loosen the soils from a wide variety of property. Once loosened, the soils become suspended in the solution which then disperses them throughout, preventing clumps from forming. They eventually dissolve in the solution, and our clean-up teams dispose of them.
 
These methods take time, but when accomplished by a professional restoration service like SERVPRO of North Leon County, they can return your home to its original condition. If you need our services, call us today at (850) 536-6599 to schedule a visit.

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Understanding The Full Extent Of Fire Damage In Your Tallahassee Home

6/20/2018 (Permalink)

With the variety of ways that fire can begin unexpectedly, it serves as one of the most devastating events for a homeowner.

Fire Damage In Your Home

Among the things that pose the most significant threat to your Tallahassee home, it is challenging not to include a fire around the very top of the list. With the variety of ways that fire can begin unexpectedly, it serves as one of the most devastating events for a homeowner. Fortunately, even with more substantial damage, your insurance company insists that the work needed to restore your home gets done professionally.

That is where our team of SERVPRO professionals comes in. From the moment that fire damage affects your Tallahassee home, our team is ready and waiting for the call to head out to your home and begin cleaning up the mess and setting things right. We respond quickly to provide your family with the assurance that our technicians want to get the job finished to the highest quality and in the most efficient of ways.

This process begins with an initial inspection of the affected areas throughout your residence. This assessment determines the work that must get done, the personnel required, equipment necessary, and even a rough estimate on how long the job takes to complete. This information gets shared with the insurance adjuster handling your claim, which can save both time and effort on your end for our project manager or estimator to work directly with the insurance company on your behalf.

This same estimation takes into account structural damages that are too severe to clean and restore as they are. It notates the materials that must get removed and replaced, and if any reconstruction efforts are necessary on a grander scale. Finally, our SERVPRO estimator also takes the time to assess the effect that the fire had on the contents of your home, both what can get salvaged and what has gotten irreparably damaged.

It may seem like a lot to merely discuss the inspection process; it can show you how thorough our team is when it comes to restoring your home after a disaster. You can count on our SERVPRO of North Leon County professionals to get the job done. Give us a call anytime at (850) 536-6599.

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Staying in Your Home After Minor Fire Damage in Tallahassee can Reduce Expenses

4/29/2018 (Permalink)

Localized fires can offer the homeowner a chance to stay in the home during the remediation. Contact SERVPRO to come out to inspect the damage.

SERVPRO Finds Ways to Help Your Family After a Fire With a Customized Remediation Plan

Many homeowners who experience a fire in their Tallahassee residence lose almost everything, while other people fare much better. A smaller, more localized fire which never spreads can still create a considerable amount of havoc in your life and even cause you to doubt the safety of your home.
 
If your Tallahassee home suffered minor fire damage recently, SERVPRO professionals can help you and your family. We work with both homeowners and insurance adjusters, so your experience involving your home's restoration becomes less stressful. In the case of smaller fires, many families find they can remain in their own home while we work on just the areas damaged directly by the fire. This requires some preparation that eliminates the smoke damage and its odors in the area intended to become your primary living area during the restoration work. However, staying in your home while restoration helps keep children calm, schedules on track, and medicines, necessary documents, and other vital belongings within your reach.
 
One of the things we do first includes cleaning excess soot from the most easily damaged surfaces in your home. These include chrome and other finishes on your bath and kitchen fixtures, as well as any other belongings that include a metallic component. Works of art and pieces of American history often contain metal that can quickly corrode when covered by abrasive soot and ashes from the fire.
 
Even though the soot may seem minor, the effects can become permanent over time, as well as cling to anyone unfortunate enough to wash their hands at the sink before we clean the faucet handles. As sticky as soot seems, it easily transfers to anything touched, making a messy trail rapidly.
 
We wash the linens and clothing your family needs immediately, and then return these to you as soon as possible. We want to help you as much as possible during this challenging time, so your family can recover faster and with less stress. As soon as we complete the initial cleaning of your undamaged-by-fire living area in your home, our Odor Control Technician (OCT) can eliminate the odors that your family can do without smelling.
 
Using thermal fogging, our IICRC-certified technician chemically bonds leftover and hidden soot particles to the neutralizing agents in the fog. With spot treatments, fresh scents can soon fill your rooms with odors that your family enjoys. We use safe and effective chemicals that do not cause problems for your home, family or the environment.
 
Staying in your home after minor fire damage can help save you from the brunt of a disaster. SERVPRO of North Leon County can help you through such a trying event when you call us at (850) 536-6599, our local 24-hour service number. We serve the communities surrounding Centerville, Killearn, and Bradfordville.

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Fire Damage Professionals In Tallahassee Are the Answer

2/26/2018 (Permalink)

After the First Responders, Call SERVPRO for Tallahassee Area Fire & Smoke Cleanup and Restoration

The Question Is Who Do You Call for Smoke & Fire Cleanup?

Nobody ever plans on it happening, but sometimes fires start inside a building. If a fire ever starts inside your Tallahassee condominium, the first thing to do is make sure everyone is safe. Next, either you or the fire department puts the fire out so that the danger gets eliminated and the condo is safe to re-enter.

After the fire is extinguished nd it gets confirmed that everyone is safe, it is now time to assess the damage caused by the fire. The best call is to SERVPRO's fire damage experts in Tallahassee to assess and mitigate the damage present. Our technicians are IICRC certified and have experience in dealing with all types of fire damage.
 
Anytime a fire burns inside a structure, both the heat and smoke ruins contents and building materials within your condo. SERVPRO trains all of their staff to know how fire and smoke behave so that all of the damage created by the fire gets found and mitigated. Sometimes smoke coming from fire affects areas of the home that are not in the direct location of the fire's source.
 
Due to convection smoke initially rises straight up as the less dense hot air rises and cold air falls. Smoke then heads to other rooms of the structure leaving behind less and less soot the further it travels from the source. The longer a fire burns, the more evenly soot gets deposited onto the walls and ceilings. Smoke often follows the natural air flow inside a building and gets attracted to colder surfaces first. At times the partially combusted particles can ionize and attached to objects like iron filing to a magnet. People often mistake smoke tags (webs) as spider webs. This is often the case with furnace puff back in colder climes.
 
Sometimes soot collects heavier in some areas of the home than others. As smoke follows the building's airflow, areas near intake vents and cavities above suspended ceilings sometimes attract more soot than in other places. Smoke travels through closed doors and leaves thicker soot deposits in cracks where smoke gets concentrated as it travels past the door.
 
In some fire damage scenarios smoke damage is found in areas you would not think about. The best solution is to call in the professionals of SERVPRO of North Leon County at (850) 536-6599 for assistance 24/7.

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Smell Isn't the Only Effect of Smoke in Tallahassee Fire Damage

12/24/2017 (Permalink)

Contact SERVPRO after a fire in your home so that we can remediate the damage and clean your property thoroughly to prevent finding secondary damages.

Our Technicians Look for Smoke Residue Throughout Your Home to Prevent Secondary Damages

Smoke is one of the most costly aspects of most instances of fire damage in Tallahassee. Smoke creates a pungent odor that is very difficult to mask or remove without powerful treatments. However, odor is not the only problem that originates from smoke damage. Smoke can also damage your home in other ways, especially if left untreated for longer than necessary. Here are a few ways smoke can cause further damage to your home.
 
Discoloration
 
Discoloration from smoke may, in some cases, be the single most prominent sign of the fire damage in your Tallahassee home. Some types of smoke leave behind gray and black films over anything they reach. Without treatment, this can severely damage patterned belongings or surfaces such as wallpaper, furniture, and clothing. These films are separate from regular ash and soot, often possessing a finer texture and requiring a deeper clean. In addition to looking bad, discoloration of this variety also often comes with a foul and sticky or slimy texture. SERVPRO technicians use a variety of industrial-strength cleaning tools to remove any visible signs of smoke around the house.
 
Acid Damage
 
Many types of smoke are also acidic, especially when combined with some amount of water (even water suspended in the air). Over a relatively short time, this can eat away at materials in your home and cause permanent damage to fabric, wood, metal, paper, and almost anything else. Fast treatment is crucial to avoid as much of this effect as possible.
 
Clogged HVAC Systems
 
Heavier smoke particles and larger fires may sometimes clog up your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Most residential HVAC systems operate with relatively weak filters and machinery, and these can fail or get stopped up when too much smoke interferes with their operations. SERVPRO staffs trained and certified HVAC technicians to make sure that your systems can get back online as soon as possible.
 
SERVPRO of North Leon County is always ready to respond to your call for help after a fire, 24/7. Give us a call at (850) 536-6599.

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Deodorizing Smoke Smell in Your Tallahassee Attic After Fire and Fire Damage from a Candle

10/19/2017 (Permalink)

Smoke and Fire Damage and Odors Remediated by SERVPRO in Tallahassee Properties

SERVPRO Manages Fire and Odor Control

Even a small fire in your Tallahassee home can create all sorts of damage to the structure. Fire from a candle in an upstairs bedroom, although gotten under control and put out before it reached other areas of the home, can create unseen damage above the bedroom inside your attic. The removal of smoke and soot is essential, as it is acidic and can corrode items in your home. When the smoke rises into your attic, you are looking at having to get rid of the smoke odor as well.

Smoke odor from fire damage in your Tallahassee attic can be a troublesome thing to clean. Therefore, you need our professional staff from SERVPRO to assist you. Attics present challenges which are unique when it comes to deodorizing them after a fire. Items stored in your attic may have to be moved out so we can determine whether the odors are coming from the contents or your structure. Two materials which are affected in attics are structural materials such as rafters and insulation. How badly the smoke penetrated these materials determines the procedures of deodorization we need to use.
 
When insulation has been severely affected by the smoke, it may need to be taken out and replaced. If air pressure was low during the fire, smoke residues likely settled on top of the insulation, meaning it could be deodorized by following some simple steps.
 
First, SERVPRO techs ventilate your attic area to the exterior of the structure, then we spray or ULV-fog a counteractant which is water-based. We then thermal fog your attic and if needed, put a new layer of insulation over the old.
 
How intense the fire also affected whether structural materials have only light smoke residues, or they are charred and damaged by heavy smoke. We ventilate your attic, then clean the residues before sealing. Smoke odor removal, regardless of burnt elements, requires careful effort, to eliminate and not mask the odors.
 
SERVPRO of North Leon County can expertly take care of the smoke odors in your attic after a fire. Just give us a call at (850) 536-6599 if you live in the areas of Bradfordville, Centerville, or Tallahassee.

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Localized Blazes can Cause Fire Damage to Homes and Outbuildings in Tallahassee

9/14/2017 (Permalink)

Fires in garages and sheds are as likely as house fires. Prevent the start of a fire with SERVPRO and contact us after a fire for remediation.

Our Technicians Prevent Fires and Fire Damage By Taking Some Precautions

Although hurricanes leave our area saturated with water, fires can start anywhere in Tallahassee. Gas pipes and power lines do not fare well during a hurricane and fires can spread to nearby structures with ease. Firefighters and their trucks can find themselves delayed by flooding on streets and washed out bridges.
 
Unattended homes, garages, sheds, and pool houses can sustain extensive fire damage in Tallahassee even when saturated. However, SERVPRO technicians can restore homes and other structures after a fire and smoke ruins them. When gas is involved in a fire's ignition, saturation with water provides little protection for the structures located in the area. Restoration begins with removal of all the damage. Working with property owners, we continue the restoration work, matching trim, paint, and other ornamental details as closely as feasible to the original materials.
 
When fire claims garages and sheds, the risk of explosions increase because of the increased likelihood these buildings hold stored containers of gasoline, charcoal lighter fluid, or other accelerants. We can clean the area around these buildings after such events, and prepare the area so reconstructive work can proceed safely. Broken shards of glass, bent metal pieces, and wooden beams complete with protruding nails all pose severe safety hazards to anyone present.
 
Rebuilding sometimes requires demolition to pave the way for new structures, and we can assist with this step of the process. Rest assured, we always salvage everything of value to avoid any wastefulness, protecting our customers' interests as much as possible. We have a network of over 1700 other franchises which we rely on whenever a job requires extra-specialized attention. There is no job too complicated or complex for SERVPRO, especially when we work as a team, either locally or with other franchises. Being your neighbors, we know how Florida weather can affect families in the area and always treat our customers in the manner in which we would want our own family members treated.
 
At SERVPRO of North Leon County, our technicians know that the fire damage sustained by your home or outbuilding can keep you from using your property as you would like. Contacting us at (850) 536-6599, which we answer 24/7, is the first step in getting your property back under your control.

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Unexpected Fire Damage Hazards in Your Tallahassee Home

8/23/2017 (Permalink)

Keeping your laptop on a desk rather than on a bed or blanket can prevent it from overheating and potentially catching fire.

Preventing common household items from causing house fires

As homeowners, we are all aware of the dangers of fire. You have most likely heard the most common advice such as get a fire alarm and check it regularly and do not leave hot pans or burning candles unattended. SERVPRO understands that people in our local Tallahassee community want to be fire aware and minimize potential fire risks. That is why we would like to draw your attention to unexpected fire risks that you might not know about.

In the event of fire damage to your Tallahassee home, SERVPRO is on hand to assist with all aspects of fire remediation. We train our IICRC-certified technicians in all elements of fire damage cleanup, including the most appropriate cleaning actions for soot and smoke damage, and the use of thermal fogging, air scrubbers or even ozone machines to eliminate lingering odors.

However, prevention is always better than remedy, which is why we recommend you check for these unexpected fire damage hazards in your home today.

Laptops. You probably already know that laptops can get very hot. As such, they pose a fire risk if you leave them on a bed, couch or blanket. We recommend placing your laptop on a desk or laptop stand, and always switching it off when not in use.

Used charcoal. Have you ever thrown charcoal back in the bag after a barbecue, ready to use for next time? It is a common habit, and many of us do it. However, it can also be dangerous because there is a risk that the charcoal could catch alight and start a fire. That is why it is best to always store charcoal in a metal container with a tightly fitting lid.

Old appliances. As appliances such as kettles, TVs, hairdryers or stereos get older, they suffer from wear and tear. Old appliances might have frayed cords, poor connections, or damaged insulation, all of which can cause a fire hazard. It is a good idea to check appliances regularly and repair or toss any that are showing signs of damage.

Dryer lint. You might not think of your dryer as a fire risk, but in fact, dryer lint can spark a blaze. The heat from the dryer plus the lint is a potential fire starter. SERVPRO recommends cleaning out dryer lint after every use and checking the connecting hose and inside the drum for any stray lint, too.

SERVPRO of North Leon County is on hand to help with any fire cleanup jobs in Tallahassee and throughout the county. Call us today at (850) 536-6599 for assistance.

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Understand What To Do Immediately After Fire Damage Occurs In Your Tallahassee Area Home

6/7/2017 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Can Board Up and Restore Your Tallahassee Home After a Fire

The Degree of Damage Dictates the SERVPRO Steps to Recovery

Those of you who have faced fired damage on your property before have likely heard that you should never enter your fire damaged home until the proper authorities tell you that it is safe to do so. Even then, you might want to consider waiting for some help before attempting to enter.  

Admitting that you do not know what to look for to prevent additional damage, or avoid injuries after a fire can save you from making a huge mistake. Fire damage occurring in your Tallahassee area home is bad enough, never add to the problem by tromping through damaged rooms and making things worse. Knowing whom to call and how to act after a fire incident occurs in your home can make all the difference.
 
With your family safe and the fire under control, you want to split responsibilities with your significant other, if you have one. Hopefully, you do because your day or night is far from over. Send one of you off to find temporary housing, make contact with family, friends, and your insurance company. Securing your families comfort for the next few nights, getting the kids and pets out of harm's way. If the damage caused by the blaze is not extreme, then we can rapidly expedite a return to normal.
 
The other should stay at the damaged home, secure the location, and make it a point to handle contacting a qualified restoration company, like SERVPRO for help. You never want to leave your damaged home all alone after an event occurs. Regardless of how quaint your neighborhood is, looting happens quite often, leading to further losses.  
 
Once your SERVPRO representative arrives, they can assess the area for damage, hazards, and help you perform a walk through safely, catching a glimpse of damages first-hand and make it clear to you what needs to happen as you move forward. Fire damage itself can be devastating. However, smoke, ash, and soot residue can make everything look far worse and actually be far worse.
 
Only someone with an expertly trained eye can tell the difference between an item that is irrevocably damaged and one that might be restorable with the proper services. SERVPRO technicians put several years of experience, IICRC certifications, and industrial-grade restoration equipment to work recovering your home and its contents immediately.  
 
Call us anytime, 24-hours a day, 7-days a week. SERVPRO of North Leon County can make the fire damage in your home disappear, “Like it never even happened.” (850) 536-6599 Check this site here for more information.

SERVPRO Cleaning Methods for Fire Damage in your Tallahassee Home

3/2/2017 (Permalink)

Call SERVPRO after fire damage in Tallahassee.

Methods for Cleaning Fire Damage

The threat of a home fire is perhaps the most terrifying of possible disasters. What the flames do not outright destroy, smoke and soot stain and ruin nearly everything else if there is not quick action. Replacing personal contents after even a small fire runs into the thousands and even ten thousands of dollars.

Restoring the contents of your Tallahassee home after fire damage often costs less than total replacement. Not every item is salvageable of course, but SERVPRO has years of experience in the restoration industry and maintains an expansive inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, as well as a 24-hour response team to make certain your property has the best options available.

The methods we use are the standards of the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC). Each one has been developed and refined over decades, providing us the best ways to serve you:

Dry Cleaning - Despite the name, this has nothing to do with getting an ink stain out of a shirt pocket. Our restoration technicians use dusting cloths and feather dusters to remove soot and dust and dry sponges to remove particulates and larger pieces of debris from dry surfaces. This method is sometimes enough or is used to remove excess amounts of residues before wet cleaning.

Wet Cleaning - The process uses water, sometimes mixed with a cleaning chemical to remove moderate to heavy soot and smoke residues. In nearly every instance, restorers saturate the item to ensure success.

Spray and Wipe - If an item might be damaged when saturated, technicians use a spray bottle to apply a mist of water and chemical to an affected surface. It is more time-consuming than wet cleaning, but this method provides the restorer more control over the amount of product used. Product control is critical if the surface has a veneer or paint the owner wants undamaged, regardless of how long it takes.

Foam Cleaning - This method works well on many types of furniture and bedding. Restorers use the foam to apply a cleaner directly without using too much product and a lesser amount of water. Foam is especially useful on upholstery dyes that bleed when soaked or fabrics that are more likely to shrink. This method is also excellent for mattresses and box springs.

Abrasive Cleaning - This method uses a mechanical device to agitate the surface of an item. Restorers use this with a cleaning chemical when the residue is very thick, or the surface is very uneven such as some types of stone and marble. Technicians may use a hand brush on small items.

Restoration is a long process, but it is often cheaper and saves property that is more valuable regarding memory rather than dollar amount. SERVPRO of North Leon County is here to help put those memories back to their original state before the fire. Call us at (850) 536-6599 today to begin.

For Baum Properties, Expert Quality Fire Damage Restoration

10/20/2016 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Removes Smoke Odor from Your Baum Home

The SERVPRO Approach to Training is Peerless for Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration in Baum

While recovering your property from fire damage can be rough, obtaining expert quality professional help doesn't have to be. We provide a dedicated professional service that helps prevent secondary damage and reduces the cost of your restoration!
 
You should accept no substitute when it comes to restoring fire damage in Baum. Our Technicians have the best vocational training and years of experience. Which gives you full access to the highest quality, specialized talent and the best equipment available that works wonders in returning your property to its pre-fire condition.
 
We make the most of SERVPRO's restore versus replace mentality to help you lower the costs associated with your case. With our Corporate Training Facility maintaining a staff of highly trained Technicians who specialize in property damage restoration. We discard charred building materials to initiate the clean up phase.
 
The IICRC Training and Certification set high standards that our Technicians at SERVPRO study. These standards and practices are used to provide you with the absolute best in water, fire, mold, carpet, upholstery and other cleaning services. Any soot and smoke residue can be cleaned typically.
 
Our Drying Technicians learn how to use devices to monitor, extract and dry structures with the most efficient methods available. With practical training to assist in developing their technical drying expertise. This comes in handy after standing water remains after there has been fire damage.
 
While the Fire Damage Restoration Technicians learn how to navigate different types of smoke and fire damage techniques, they also learn about job planning and quality cleaning methods for instances of both fire and smoke damage. The methods for removing soot, smoke, and odors from HVAC systems is one of our team members skill sets.
 
There are quite a few highly skilled Technicians that you'll find at SERVPRO and we back up their specialized training with a self-paced Employee Certification Training program.
 
Going above and beyond; we also provide our Technicians with e-Learning courses for continued, self-directed training that includes videos and supporting materials to enhance the knowledge of our entire staff. Along with 'Continued Education (CE) Classes,' that are available for our fellow professionals including; insurance agents and adjusters, real estate agents, and Franchise employees. We provide you with the absolute best Technicians available in the industry today.
 
We are ready to provide you with unbeatable service and expert work, call SERVPRO of North Leon County today for your fire damage restoration needs! Locally owned and operated by professionals you can trust. Call us anytime, 24 hours a day, seven days a week- (850) 536-6599

Common Types of Fire Damage

9/6/2016 (Permalink)

If you're dealing with fire damage in Meridian, you may be unaware of the many types of problems that can occur once the emergency is over.

Various Types Of Damage That Can Occur As A Result Of A Fire

Home fires are devastating, no matter how the incident started. Once the emergency has been resolved, most people begin the task of picking up the pieces and getting back to a normal routine, but fire damage isn't limited to that caused by flames. Many homeowners are surprised to find that new issues often pop up well after the fire has been extinguished. If you're dealing with fire damage in Meridian, you may be unaware of the many types of problems that can occur once the emergency is over. Here are some of the most common types of damage that happen after a fire.

Smoke Damage
One of the most notorious aftermaths of fire is smoke damage, which will ruin your home's contents and the structure itself if allowed to linger. Our technicians will be careful to eliminate any soot and smoke left in your home.

Structural Problems
One of the most noticeable types of fire damage is structural issues including destroyed walls, flooring, and roofing. SERVPRO technicians are trained to skillfully restore and repair homes after fire emergencies, and we'll develop a plan to get your property back into a safe and habitable condition.

Water Issues
If firefighters were called to your home, the water and solutions they used to extinguish the flames will need to be pumped out. Our team will remove the excess water from your home to prevent mold, mildew, and long-term water damage.

Damage to Electronics
Most electronic equipment, including computers, appliances, and televisions, can be negatively affected by fire damage. If your possessions survived the fire, we will act quickly and decontaminate your electronics.

SERVPRO of North Leon County knows how important it is to restore your home after a fire emergency quickly, and we have the professional tools and knowledge to get your house back into good shape. For an estimate or to get more information about our fire damage repair services, call us 24/7 at (850) 536-6599.

Dangers Present in the Aftermath of Fire Damage

6/26/2016 (Permalink)

Professional Remediation Can Get Your Home Back To Normal

Let SERVPRO Make Your Property Safe After a Fire

In the event of a fire, most homeowners are only able to grab their most cherished belongings and items before evacuating the building. After the fire has been put out or run its course, it is only natural to want to go back in and see what can be salvaged from the remains. However, caution is advised when doing this, as there may be unseen hazards and dangers everywhere in the burned-out property after a fire. Even if the fire was small and contained, one should still be careful when re-entering the property. Here are some of the dangers you may encounter after a fire in your home.
 
Twisted, Rusted, and Sharp Metal
 
Any metal appliances, pipes or building materials in your home may become irreversibly warped during a fire, as they are heated almost to or past melting point and bend under their weight and heat. This can create a number of sharp, dirty edges across the house, waiting to slice open a fresh wound to unsuspecting victims, potentially causing more severe health effects such as infection or tetanus.
 
Spilled and Melted Chemicals
 
During a fire, household objects and cleaning supplies may be melted or boiled, potentially creating dangerous pools of liquid or trapped fumes. Although fumes are rarely in high enough volume to cause an issue, victims of fire damage in Bradfordville should be careful in and around rooms which contained cleaning supplies or other chemicals.
 
Structural Instability and Falling Objects
 
During a fire, many parts of a home are severely damaged, often including key structural support regions. While these may not collapse immediately, they may be severely weakened after a fire and prone to disaster if improperly handled. Do your best not to lean on walls and pillars, and always be wary of dangerous-looking walls, ceilings, and supports.
 
SERVPRO of North Leon County is a locally owned and operated business, with key restoration experience in a variety of types of fire damage, water damage, mold damage, and other types of household damage. If you need professional fire cleanup and restoration services in the area, please don't hesitate to call us 24/7 at (850) 536-6599.