Freeport Families Preparing for Hurricane Season?

6/6/2023 (Permalink)

We are leaders in storm damage restoration services in Walton County.

It’s that time again! The Atlantic Hurricane season begins on June 1 and ends on November 30. Our local Destin, Seaside, and Freeport teams respond to storm damage emergencies every hurricane season and offer these some tips for preparing for hurricane season from Senator Marco Rubio’s website:

• Know your area and the evacuation routes. Evacuation route information is available on the Florida Division of Emergency Management’s website.
  
• Have a plan to prepare your home and/or business with storm shutters or plywood. Bring items that could be picked up by the wind and break windows - like lawn furniture, toys, or trash cans - inside.

• Make sure you know where your home’s safe room is located. Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) website details what a safe room should look like.
  
• Keep your automobile fully fueled; if electric power is cut off, gas stations may not be able to operate pumps for several days.
  
• Be prepared to survive on your own for at least 72 hours. Assemble a disaster kit with a battery-powered radio, flashlights, extra batteries, a first-aid kit, blankets, clothing, food, water, and prescription medications, and needed medical supplies. The Florida Division of Emergency Management provides a good list of items to have ready. Be sure to have enough food and water for your pets.
  
• Know how to shut off utilities. Know how your water, heating, and air-conditioning systems work and if you have natural gas appliances, where pilot lights are located. If you have any questions, contact your local utility company.
  
• Gather your personal documents - insurance policy information, emergency contact information, and any other vital documents – and have them somewhere they can be easily located and ready to take with you should you have to evacuate your home.  

Call Us Today!

When your Freeport home or commercial business has a storm damage emergency, our Destin, Seaside, and Freeport team is Here to Help. ® We’ll clean and restore your storm damage “Like it never even happened.” Call us today at 850-267-0746.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Point Washington Home Flooded by Broken Pipe?

5/30/2023 (Permalink)

We restore water damage 24 hours a day in Walton County.

Unless your home or business in Washington Point has plastic pipes, you may have corrosion issues. PEX pipe (cross-linked polyethylene) is a type of flexible plastic that is replacing copper and galvanized steel pipes. Early versions of PEX pipes have been replaced with new versions that do not deteriorate when exposed to high chlorine levels. Antioxidants are added during the manufacturing process making PEX piping safe for carrying drinking water.

Our local Destin, Seaside, and Freeport teams respond to water damage emergencies throughout the year, and we’ve seen our share of water damage caused by corroded pipes. Many times, pinhole leaks develop, especially in copper pipes that leak inside walls and cause mold growth. If you hear water dripping inside a wall or notice a strong musty odor, you may have hidden water damage from a compromised pipe.

Water Damage Restoration Process

Although every water damage scenario is unique, we perform the following steps for every water damage loss as follows:

Step 1: Emergency Contact

Step 2: Inspection and Damage Assessment

Step 3: Water Removal/Water Extraction

Step 4: Drying and Dehumidification

Step 5: Cleaning and Repair

Step 6: Restoration

Call Us Today!

When your Point Washington home or commercial business has a water damage emergency, our Destin, Seaside, and Freeport team is Here to Help. ® We’ll clean and restore your water damage “Like it never even happened.” Call us today at 850-267-0746.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Water Damage Disaster in Ponce De Leon Home?

5/23/2023 (Permalink)

We are leaders in water and mold damage restoration services in Okaloosa County.

First comes water damage, then comes mold. Our Destin, Seaside, and Freeport teams have been remediating mold damage in Destin for over twenty years. Part of the mold remediation process involves the safe removal of mold-infested materials and cleaning contents and belongings.

Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials

The mold remediation process depends on the amount of mold growth and the types of surfaces on which the mold appears. We use antifungal and antimicrobial treatments to eliminate mold colonies and to help prevent new colonies from forming. It may be necessary to remove and dispose of mold-infested porous materials, like drywall and carpeting, to remediate heavy mold growth.

Cleaning Contents and Belongings

We clean your furniture, decorative items, curtains, clothing, and other restorable items affected by mold. We use a variety of cleaning techniques to clean and disinfect your belongings. We’re also trained to remove odors and deodorization using fogging equipment.

1. Emergency Contact – 850-267-0746
2. Inspection and Mold Damage Assessment
3. Mold Containment
4. Air Filtration
5. Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials
6. Cleaning Contents and Belongings
7. Restoration

Call Us Today!

When your Destin home or commercial business has mold damage from water damage, our Destin, Seaside, and Freeport team is Here to Help. ® We’ll clean and restore your damage “Like it never even happened.” Call us today at 850-267-0746.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Mold Outbreak in Seaside Caused by Leaking Air Conditioner?

5/16/2023 (Permalink)

We are leaders in mold damage restoration services in Walton County.

Our Destin, Seaside, and Freeport teams are trained and certified to remediate mold damage in homes and commercial businesses in Seaside. Mold is often a symptom of a water damage issue and can spring up after a storm or when there is a water leak or excess moisture in the home or building. Leaking air conditioner units are also a common cause of mold outbreaks.

Here are some helpful tips from the Institute of Business and Home Safety for protecting your home from mold damage caused by heavy rain:

Check wall air conditioners.

Internal Drain

If the air conditioning unit has an internal drain, make sure the pipe size is adequate and water is running and flowing freely in order to handle a high volume of water.

Caulking of Air Conditioning Unit Sleeve: Look for any gaps, cracks, or other damage that indicates improper caulking around the edge of the sleeve to the exterior of the building. This increases vulnerability to water entry.

Orientation: Tilting the air conditioning unit sleeves slightly (two degrees) towards the exterior wall can significantly reduce the water’s entry.

Weather Stripping: Proper weather stripping between the air conditioning unit and the sleeve can reduce the water from entering.

Call Us Today!

When your Seaside home or business has mold damage from a water leak, our Destin, Seaside, and Freeport team is Here to Help. ® We’ll restore your mold damage “Like it never even happened.” Call us today at 850-267-0746.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Tips for Making Your Commercial Building Watertight in Destin?

5/9/2023 (Permalink)

We are leaders in water damage restoration services in Okaloosa County.

Our Destin, Seaside, and Freeport teams use powerful water extraction and drying equipment to return water-damaged properties to preloss conditions quickly and efficiently. The Insurance Institute of Business and Home Safety (IBHS) suggests utilizing the following floodproofing techniques to keep your building watertight and prevent water intrusion issues:

If your building is in or near a flood-prone area, consider utilizing these dry floodproofing techniques to make your building watertight and prevent floodwaters from entering.

• Keep a supply of flood-protective materials/products on hand to help divert water away from the building such as water-absorbent barriers or sandbags, or plastic sheeting/tarps for relatively shallow flooding.
• Install watertight shields over all doors and windows at least 3 feet above the BFE or the 500-year flood level, if known. The type of barrier used will depend on the size and type of opening.
• For temporary protection of large sections of a building such as large commercial doors or entranceways that may be exposed to deeper flood waters, water-filled barriers can be interconnected and stacked to divert water away from openings.
• Install moveable flood gates, permanent swing flood doors, or submarine doors (the latter two options provide permanent flood protection for deeper water) if feasible.
• For repetitive deep and prolonged flooding, permanent flood walls that surround the property may be considered.

Call Us Today!

When your business or home in Destin experiences a flooding event, our Destin, Seaside, and Freeport team is Here to Help. ® We’ll restore your flood damage “Like it never even happened.” Call us today at 850-267-0746.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

More Happy Mold Remediation Customers in Okaloosa County?

5/2/2023 (Permalink)

We are leaders in mold damage removal services in Destin.

Our Destin, Seaside, and Freeport teams are trusted leaders in mold remediation services. We have advanced training, specialized equipment, and demonstrated experience required to restore any mold infestation, no matter how big the job is. Here are some Google reviews from some of our mold remediation customers:

“Can’t say enough good things regarding ray his crew and the whole SERVPRO experience. They achieved the job well before the deadline. Also went above and beyond to make sure all questions and concerns were met. Highly recommend SERVPRO for any and all your needs. Thank you for your service.” C Felix

Service: Water damage-related mold removal Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value

“Ray Fernandez and Jamaal were very courteous, informative, and helpful. Above and beyond expectations.” K deVries

Services: Water damage-related mold removal, Water damage-related cleanup & repair, Flooring

“Jamal, Rob, and Fletch were awesome! They came over and explained the process effectively and communicated with us throughout each step of what was next and when they were going to come over to continue the work. They cleaned up the best they could before they left which is by no means a clean process for water damage. They were truly just awesome!” K Renken

Services: Sewage cleanup, Mold Inspection, Water damage-related cleanup & repair

Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value

Call Us Today!

When you find a mold outbreak in your Destin home or commercial business, our Destin, Seaside, and Freeport team is Here to Help. ® We’ll remediate your mold damage “Like it never even happened.” Call us today at 850-267-0746.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Hidden Mold Outbreak Causes Stinky Smell in Santa Rosa Beach Home?

4/25/2023 (Permalink)

We remediate mold damage in Walton County.

Santa Rosa Beach residents have been relying on our local Destin, Seaside, and Freeport teams of professionals to restore water-related mold damage for over twenty years. Mold is often caused by water damage and can hide inside walls and underneath carpeting, feeding on drywall or carpet fibers. If you notice a strong musty odor that you cannot place, you may have a leaking appliance or another excess moisture issue that is contributing to mold growth somewhere in your home or business.

When the mold outbreak is extensive, every item in the affected area must be cleaned. Mold spores can be found on clothing, pets, bedding, walls, drapery, and drywall and must be professionally cleaned to minimize the chances of the mold returning once the remediation process is complete. Our team is trained and certified in Applied Microbial Remediation and has the equipment and experience necessary to restore damaged areas to pre-mold conditions.

Our Mold Remediation Process

1. Emergency Contact - (850) 267-0746
2. Inspection and Mold Damage Assessment
3. Mold Containment
4. Air Filtration
5. Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials
6. Cleaning Contents and Belongings
7. Restoration

Call Us Today!

When you find any mold growing in your Santa Rosa Beach home or commercial business, our Destin, Seaside, and Freeport team is Here to Help. ® We’ll clean and restore your mold damage “Like it never even happened.” Call us today at 850-267-0746.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

What Happens When I Have a Water Damage Inspection in my Home in Seagrove?

4/18/2023 (Permalink)

We are trusted leaders in water damage restoration services in Walton County.

A pipe broke under my kitchen sink and caused water damage in my Seagrove home. My insurance company told me to call the local Destin, Seaside, and Freeport offices, and I’m glad I did. As soon as the team arrived, they began with a detailed inspection of my home to assess the extent of the damage. They used the assessment to develop the action plan for the restoration process.

Inspection and Assessment Process

We check for the source of moisture in your home or business. The source must be stopped before any restoration or drying of the building can be successful.

We will identify the category and classification of water damage to ensure our professionals restore your property based on industry guidelines. The water contamination level will affect the specific restoration processes we use.

• Category 1: "Clean Water"
• Category 2: "Gray Water"
• Category 3: "Black Water"

We inspect and test to determine the extent of damage and how far the moisture has traveled to ensure proper and complete restoration. In addition, we will inspect for safety concerns that may be evident.

We move furniture, property contents, and block items to help prevent rust or furniture stains on wet carpets.

Call Us Today!

When you have a water damage emergency in your home or commercial business in Seagrove, our Destin, Seaside, and Freeport team is Here to Help. ® Call us today at 850-267-0746.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Mold Damage Caused by Water Leak in Santa Rosa Beach Home?

4/11/2023 (Permalink)

We restore water and mold damage 24 hours a day in Walton County.

Mold and water damage come hand in hand in many cases. Mold thrives on excess moisture so when there is a water leak or a water intrusion issue, mold may also be present.

Santa Rosa Beach residents and businesses rely on our local Destin, Seaside, and Freeport teams for all their mold and water issues. We have been restoring water and mold damage in Walton County for over twenty years.

Signs of Water-Related Mold Damage 

• Dark or wet spots on the walls or ceiling
• Wet areas or water pooling on the floor
• Flaking, cracking, or bubbling paint or drywall
• Hearing the sound of running water that you can’t place
• Hearing the sound of dripping water that you can’t locate
• Visible dripping water seen dripping where it should not be
• Significant increase in your water bill for no known reason
• Strong, damp, musky odors
• Visible mold growing 

Mold Remediation Process

When water is the cause of the mold outbreak, we will identify and correct the water issue to discourage the mold from returning after the remediation process is complete.

1. Emergency Contact
2. Inspection and Mold Damage Assessment
3. Mold Containment
4. Air Filtration
5. Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials
6. Cleaning Contents and Belongings

Call Us Today!

When you discover mold damage in your home or commercial business in Santa Rosa Beach, our Destin, Seaside, and Freeport team is Here to Help. ® Call us today at 850-267-0746.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

What Happens During a Water Damage Inspection and Assessment in Destin?

4/3/2023 (Permalink)

We are leaders in water damage restoration services in Okaloosa County.

Broken pipes can happen at any time of the day or night and require fast emergency mitigation to minimize the chances of secondary damage. Upon arrival, our local Destin, Seaside, and Freeport teams will conduct a thorough inspection and assessment of the water damage. This includes taking photographs of all affected areas and creating a moisture map of affected materials. We document all affected materials like sheetrock, flooring, and studs. 

Identify and Stop the Water Source

We will check for the source of moisture in your home or business. The source must be stopped before any restoration or drying of the building can be successful.

• Stop the Source
• Check for Contaminated Water

Identify the Type of Water

We will identify the category and classification of water damage to ensure our professionals restore your property based on industry guidelines. The water contamination level will affect the specific restoration processes we use.

Survey the Extent of the Water Damage and Inspect the Premises

We inspect and test to determine the extent of damage and how far the moisture has traveled to ensure proper and complete restoration. In addition, we will inspect for safety concerns that may be evident. If there are any safety issues like lead or asbestos, please bring them to our attention.

• Survey Damage
• Complete Safety Inspection

Call Us Today!

When your Destin home or business has a water damage emergency, our Destin, Seaside, and Freeport team is Here to Help. ® Call us today at 850-267-0746.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.