Recent Storm Damage Posts
Storm Notifications in the Eagan and Apple Valley Areas
9/20/2022 (Permalink)
As we continue to see storms throughout our Minneapolis area cities, we at SERVPRO® of Eagan and Apple Valley want you to be aware of what the different threat levels mean so that you can be prepared for whatever happens.
Flash Flood Watch
A Flash Flood Watch is issued when conditions are favorable for flash flooding. It does not mean that flash flooding will occur, but it is possible.
Flash Flood Warning
A Flash Flood Warning is issued when flash flooding is imminent or occurring.
Flood Watch
A Flood Watch is issued when conditions are favorable for flooding. It does not mean flooding will occur, but it is possible.
Flood Warning
A Flood Warning is issued when flooding is imminent or occurring.
If your home or commercial building ever suffers flood damage, call the SERVPRO® of Eagan and Apple Valley experts.
What Secondary Damage can occur after Storm Damage?
1/19/2022 (Permalink)
After roof leaks or flood damage, if not properly dried and treated, a home or business can develop mold from the moisture left on: wood, tile, carpeting, windows, concrete, and/or other materials/items that were affected. SERVPRO of Eagan and Apple Valley strives to prevent secondary damage every time we remediate water damage. Building material and flooring are dried and treated to prevent mold using specialized equipment and cleaning products.
If water damage is not properly treated, the perfect environment is created for mold spores to grow in your home and to contaminate the air.
Should you ever suffer water damage due to: excessive rain, storm damage, leaky roof, flood damage, a water heater leak, sink overflow, fire, refrigerator leak, or any other reason water has invaded your home or business, please know that SERVPRO of Eagan and Apple Valley is here to help. Faster to Any Disaster
Avoiding Water and Pipes in your Home During a Storm
1/16/2022 (Permalink)
WATER & PIPES
People on or in or near water are among those most at risk for lighting strikes during thunderstorms, both inside and outside the home. Water is a good conductor of electricity, and many homes have metal pipes (themselves fantastic conductors ). Not only can lightning striking your home travel through your pipes but lightning can travel stealthily into your home through shared pipelines that have sustained strikes some distance away from your home. Do not take a bath or shower, wash your hands, do laundry, use an ice maker, or otherwise use running water when there is lightning danger in the area.
If your home has encountered an electrical fire, please call the certified professionals at SERVPRO of Eagan and Apple Valley today to assess the damage and begin restoring your home. Faster to Any Disaster.
Source: HomeGuides Online
SERVPRO of Eagan / Apple Valley is Prepared for Storm Damage
12/14/2021 (Permalink)
What happens if my home suffers storm damage?
SERVPRO of Eagan / Apple Valley is Here to Help
SERVPRO of Eagan / Apple Valley keeps an eye on the weather and is always prepared for storm damage at any moment. In the event of a huge storm that affects many homes in the area, storm "Extreme Teams" are called in to help us so we can help out even more homes and businesses in the Minneapolis area. Often times with storm damage comes water damage, and if not properly treated, comes mold damage. The first 48 hours of storm damage are critical in preventing further damage to your home or business. As always, SERVPRO of Eagan / Apple Valley works with your insurance every step of the way. To learn more about storm damage restoration from SERVPRO of Eagan / Apple Valley, click HERE.
How Do I Prevent Ice Dams on My Roof this Winter?
11/26/2021 (Permalink)
Stop Ice Dams with a Cold Roof
Ice dams (and icicles) form when the snow melts, runs down your roof and refreezes near the edge. This only occurs when part of your roof warms to above 32 degrees F, warm enough to melt the snow, while the roof edge remains below freezing. This scenario is often the result of a warm attic. In most homes, heat escapes through ceilings into the attic and warms the wood and shingles directly above it. Although the outdoor temperature is below freezing, the snow melts over the warmed section of roof. When the melted snow runs down the roof, it hits the cold edge not warmed by the attic. There it freezes, creating a rim of ice. This rim can grow, trap more water behind it, and bingo—you have a full-fledged ice dam.
The key to preventing ice dams is simply to keep your attic and roof cold. After a snowfall, a cold roof will have a thick blanket of snow. A warmer roof, however, will soon have clear spots where the snow has melted off, and may well have icicles hanging from the eaves.
If your home or business has water damage from ice dams, please call the certified professionals at SERVPRO of Eagan / Apple Valley today! We are open 24 hours for emergency services and available now.
Source: Family Handy Man
How to Set Up Weather Emergency Alerts on Your Phone
11/26/2021 (Permalink)
Search for "CMAS" or "WEA" in your phone's messaging settings. You can also dial "##2627##" (minus the quotes) on your phone to turn them on.
If neither of these do the trick, you might not have a phone that is WEA enabled. That's OK, though. You can still get emergency weather alerts with weather apps like the Weather Channel app or WeatherUSA.
WeatherUSA sends out real-time alerts to you every time there’s any weather-related warning in your area. They send these alerts out whenever they are released by any federal agency, including the National Weather Service. These alerts are sent across to the subscribers via SMS or email. You can choose to add your county or state for the local weather warnings.
For Android users, To meet the FCC standards, Android introduced “Emergency Broadcasts” features in all its mobiles. Through this service, you can get severe weather alerts instantly. Apart from these alerts, this feature also sends out an alert whenever there’s any emergency in your area.
Source: USA Today Online
Entering Your Home After a Storm, Hurricane, or Tornado
9/21/2021 (Permalink)
How do I enter my home after a storm?
Entering your home or business after severe storm damage can be risky… roofs can collapse, glass from shattered windows will be on surfaces and floors. Cleaning up after major storm damage can mean facing: contaminated water, animals and insects, splintered wood and sagging ceilings. It is best to let the professionals who are trained and certified to work in these storm damage environments handle the damage restoration. However, according to the American Red Cross, if you absolutely must enter your home or business, be sure to wear:
- Sturdy shoes or boots (no tennis shoes or flip flops)
Whether it’s for your home or for your business, for more information on storm damage restoration from SERVPRO of Eagan / Apple Valley, click HERE.
We are here to help, Minneapolis-Twin Cities area.
Source: Red Cross Online
Contaminated Water after a Storm
1/17/2021 (Permalink)
Should you experience a flood in your home after a storm, our team of technicians will inspect your home or business to determine the appropriate plan of action for the type of water encountered.
Category 3: "Black Water"
Category 3 water is grossly contaminated and could cause severe illness or death if ingested and any contact should be avoided. Examples include flooding from rivers or streams, water from beyond the toilet trap, water from the toilet bowl with feces, or standing water that has begun to support microbial growth.
- May contain untreated sewage, harsh chemicals, and microbes
- Water from flooding rivers or sewer backup
24 Hour Emergency Service
Water contaminated with sewage backup should be considered an emergency situation and dealt with as quickly as possible. Our technicians at SERVPRO® of Eagan and Apple Valley are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for any emergency situations that arise. We have been a trusted name in safety and properly restoring homes and businesses for almost 15 years! We are here to help!
How to Prevent Ice Dams this Winter
1/15/2021 (Permalink)
- Close up attic bypasses
In the average home, about one-third of the heat loss is through the ceiling into the attic. Most of that loss comes from air leaks caused by unblocked walls, gaps in drywall, and cracks around light fixtures, plumbing pipes, chimneys, access hatches and other ceiling penetrations. Air leaks can be tough to stop. You have to climb into your attic, pull or rake back insulation, and plug the leaks using foam, caulk and other methods. Low roof angles make some air leaks difficult to reach. This work is definitely a cool weather project; your attic will be unbearably hot otherwise. Always wear a dust mask, a long-sleeved shirt, and long pants to help prevent skin irritations caused by insulation. - Measure your attic insulation level
While you’re in the attic, check the depth of your attic insulation. Building codes require about 12 to 14 in. of fiberglass or cellulose. Add more if you have less than 8 in. and have had ice dam problems in the past. Blown-in cellulose and fiberglass are usually better than hand-placed batts, because they fill more tightly around rafters, joists and other obstructions, leaving fewer gaps. It’s usually worth hiring a professional for this job; you probably won’t save much by doing it yourself. However, if you can’t find a good price, you can rent a blowing machine from a rental yard or home center. Often, the use of the machine is free with the purchase of insulation. - Add roof and soffit vents
Attic ventilation draws in cold outdoor air and flushes out warmer attic air, cooling the attic and the roof in the process. The minimum ventilation area (size of the openings) should be about 1 sq. ft. of vent per 300 sq. ft. of ceiling area (attic floor area), when half the vent area is low on the roof and half is high. Add enough so their ventilating area is about equal to the area of soffit vents. This might deliver a whole lot more ventilation than the minimum requirement, but don’t worry. You’re unlikely to have too much ventilation.
Source: Family Handy Man
Roof Damage After Storm Sweeps through Minneapolis Area
12/15/2020 (Permalink)
A home located in Eagan, Minnesota experienced storm damage when strong winds and heavy rains rolled through the Minneapolis area. A couple of shingles blew off during the storm, which allowed rain water to get inside the attic. The rain soaked the insulation and the drywall in the ceiling below, causing the ceiling in this home to collapse. SERVPRO® of Eagan / Apple Valley received the call and came out immediately. Our technicians applied a temporary tarp to the roof to prevent further rain from causing additional damage to the home until the roof could be repaired. Then, our professionals began extracting any standing water and removing debris from the collapsed ceiling. We set up fans and dehumidifiers throughout the house to thoroughly dry the affected areas to help to prevent secondary damage or mold from forming. The learn more about storm restoration from SERVPRO of Eagan / Apple Valley, click here.
Which Sandbags to Use for Flooding and Why
9/22/2020 (Permalink)
Which Sandbags to Use for Flooding and Why
When the threat of a flood is close to your home, sandbags for flooding become as valuable as gold, yet they’re dirt cheap. There have been advancements with sandbags, which is great, thanks to water-activated sandbags which mimic the ability of real sand bags. Yes, they cost more, but are much quicker to implement in the case of a flood so the cost is negligible.
Sandbags for flooding are essential tools if you live in an area prone to flooding. It is not advised to use other bags that are not intended for use as sandbags as they may not be as effective. Sandbags are constructed for the use of containing sand or soil to prevent or reduce the impact of water damage in the event of a flood. They are typically made with woven polypropylene or burlap sacks. Plastic garbage bags are slick and will not create a sturdy structure when stacked. Feed sacks, although made of similar materials to sandbags, are usually large and are also not practical for handling.
If your home or business has experienced a flood, please call the professionals of SERVPRO of Eagan / Apple Valley right away – open 24 hours for emergency services and here to help!
Source: Chainshaw Journal. Jan 2020.
Minneapolis area Business Affected by Storms over a Holiday Weekend
12/1/2019 (Permalink)
Minneapolis area Business Affected by Storms over a Holiday Weekend
The crew of SERVPRO® of Eagan / Apple Valley was called out to a commercial office building located in Apple Valley when a terrible storm blew in over Memorial Day Weekend. The rain was heavy and the wind was strong. So strong, in fact, that it managed to blow in a window, sending shards of glass throughout a lawyer's office causing damage to a couple pieces of furniture that were in the room. Not only did this office experience damage due to the glass breaking, but the rain caused an extensive amount of water damage as well. Since the storm hit over a holiday weekend in an office building, it went unnoticed until Tuesday morning. By the time we were called, the water damage had spread throughout the entire 5th floor office as well as onto the floors below. There was a lot to restore, but no job is too big for our professional team of technicians who made this disaster "Like it never even happened."
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Storm Damage – Tree Limbs Through Windows
9/23/2019 (Permalink)
Keeping Trees Properly Trimmed
Trees in our yards are beautiful, necessary for clean air, help to prevent water damage to our homes, and provide the relief of shade. As healthy as a tree can be, often larger trees can have dead limbs that require trimming. When trees are not properly trimmed, dead limbs are very susceptible to breaking off during a storm, causing storm damage to our homes or places of business. SERVPRO of Eagan / Apple Valley has received multiple calls this storm season from Minneapolis area homeowners who have suffered storm damage due to a tree limb through their window or roof. When this happens, it is important to board the roof or window as quickly as possible after the storms have passed and to call SERVPRO of Eagan / Apple Valley's remediation crew right away.
If your home is damaged during an area storm, call the professionals at SERVPRO of Eagan / Apple Valley at: (651) 330-7271. Faster to Any Disaster
Storm damage prevention and treatment: reducing damage from storms with preventive action using horticulture
1/19/2019 (Permalink)
Storm damage prevention and treatment: reducing damage from storms with preventive action using horticulture
Damage to trees from storms can be minimized by designing and implementing a tree management plan. Designing and executing a plan can help prevent problems. There is no doubt trees can cause damage and be damaged in storms. However, appropriately placed and well-maintained trees can help to reduce storm damage to structures by deflecting wind, as well as reduce damage to the tree itself. Appropriate actions include: proper placement and planting, structural pruning prior to the storm, and proper species selection. Actions in the weeks and years following a strong storm can help bring damaged trees back to health.
If your home or business is affected by a storm, don't hesitate to call the certified professionals at SERVPRO of Eagan and Apple Valley.
Source: https://hort.ifas.ufl.edu/woody/stormy.shtml
Lightning During Storms and House Fires Resulting
12/3/2018 (Permalink)
Lightning During Storms and House Fires Resulting
Unlike other types of house fires, which occur more frequently in the winter months, fires in the home caused by lightning are more likely to happen in June, July and August in the late afternoon or early evening. From 2007-2011, NFPA says there were an average of 22,600 fires per year caused by lightning strikes. Lightning is responsible for a number of wildfires as well.
Lightning during storms poses the greatest risk outdoors and frequently strikes the highest point on a structure.
Safety tips During Lightning Storms:
- When possible, stay away from doors and windows during an electrical storm.
- Do not use corded phones, computers, TVs or other electrical equipment during storms.
- Unplug major electronics – TVs, stereo equipment, computers and microwaves to minimize damage if there is a lightning strike close by.
- Avoid plumbing such as sinks, baths and faucets during a thunderstorm as metal plumbing is an excellent conductor of electricity.
Source: http://www.propertycasualty360.com and National Fire Protection Association
Should You Throw Away Items Exposed to Black Water?
1/20/2018 (Permalink)
Black water is an extremely dangerous substance to enter your home after a flood. This is water exposed to sewage, so it often contains hazardous substances, including fecal matter. It carries pathogens and can result in many problems, which is why it is so critical to hire a water damage remediation professional in Eagan, MN to come out to your property right after flooding.
Items To Throw Away
As a general rule, it is almost always recommended to toss items exposed to black water, particularly those that are porous. Porous objects are those that absorb liquids and gases, and they include:
• Carpets
• Rugs
• Upholstery
• Clothing
It is sometimes possible to salvage paperwork exposed to flood water. These files must be handled by professionals, who can dry them off to the point where the writing is still legible. You need to make photocopies, and afterward, you can throw away the original documents.
Additionally, drywall almost always needs to be torn out. Drywall exposed to any kind of water damage, whether it came from clean or black water, is usually unusable after the fact. A professional team in Eagan, MN will have to tear out the drywall and any insulation behind it.
Items To Possibly Keep
Nonporous items can occasionally be salvaged. However, they need to be cleaned thoroughly after exposure to contaminated water. This goes beyond simply scrubbing them down with a sponge. The professionals you hire to extract water from your home should have the tools necessary to clean up your belongings.
Homeowners should always follow the advice given to them by expert cleaners. If a water damage restoration professional says an item is too far gone, then it is best to simply throw it out. Visit http://www.SERVPROeaganapplevalley.com for more information on storm damage.
Preparing for Storms To Limit Flood Damage
1/18/2018 (Permalink)
If you live in Eagan, MN, you know the wet season is no time to take the weather lightly. Flood damage can be one of the costliest disasters that may strike a home, putting possessions and building materials directly in harm’s way. Flooding can often be mitigated or entirely prevented through proper preparation, however, much of which involves standard upkeep around the home. Reference these useful tips to help avoid storm damage this season.
How Floods Occur
You may wonder why your house can shrug off some rains but not others, but the answer is often further from home. Heavy downpours can create a variety of treacherous situations:
• Too much rain or melting snow for the soil to absorb becomes excess runoff.
• Nearby bodies of water overflow from too much rainwater.
• Waterways can become blocked and containment systems like dams can fail.
Because these factors are outside the realm of individual control, it’s important to address those flooding risks you can impact around the home.
How To Prevent Damage
A major key to keeping your property safe is advance preparation. Many of these recommendations may even be part of your normal routine already:
• Don’t let storm drains on your street become clogged. Dispose of yard waste and ensure other debris does not collect, particularly ahead of expected rainfall.
• Keep your downspouts clear. Even a single storm can create blockages, allowing for water to back up and create flood risks from above.
• Address potential runoff issues. Cisterns and rain barrels allow for collection of excess rainwater around the home. Absorbent rain gardens and use of permeable paving materials can also lessen storm-related impact.
Most flood damage recovery professionals recommend a proactive approach versus reacting to an existing problem. Keep a sharp eye on potential threats all around your property, from gutters to drains. Preventing flooding in Eagan, MN, does take effort, but the safety you’re likely to enjoy from storm damage makes it worthwhile every time.
Visit our website for more information about storm cleanup procedures.
Three Flood Preparation Tips To Protect Your Structure
12/15/2017 (Permalink)
Three Flood Preparation Tips To Protect Your Structure
No one wants their property to suffer storm damage, but if your business in Eagan, MN is susceptible to flooding, it is irresponsible not to be prepared. Not only should you have a restoration company picked out before the storm hits to repair the flood damage afterward, you should take these steps to prepare for rising waters.
1. Be Prepared Before the Storm
Your commercial property should have emergency kits with warm clothes, essential medication, water proof bags, life vests, flashlights, a first aid kit, food, water and flares. Know how to turn your water, gas and power off before you need to do it. If you know a storm is coming, you should also empty any refrigerators and freezers and encourage your employees to gather their valuables. Placing sandbags in toilet bowls and around drains can prevent sewage backflow from causing additional damage to your business.
2. Know the Danger of Flooding in Your Area
If you know your area is especially high-risk when it comes to floods, there are some additional steps you should take. You should know the evacuation plan for your area in Eagan, MN and what the designated meeting area will be. Typically, it is a high school gymnasium or a similar large building, but double check with your city offices to be sure. You may also want to consider permanent changes to your business if a flood is always a danger. Replacing your carpet with hard wood and strengthening your roof can make a big difference in preventing damage during a storm. Special shutters can also be purchased to protect your building’s windows as well.
3. Preparing Your Business
One of the best ways to prevent flood damage is to make small changes around your commercial property. Even something as simple as cleaning your gutters and storm drains can help minimize storm damage. You can also acquire water proof safes for important documents. It is vital that you take all of the necessary steps to be prepared for potential storm flooding. Visit http://www.SERVPROeaganapplevalley.com for more information on flood damage.
Consequences of Storms
11/12/2017 (Permalink)
Two of the most important consequences of storms are flooding and roof damage.
These are often related, as wind damage, hail damage and other roof damage allows flooding to occur. Wind damage, hail damage and roof damage often entail expensive roof repairs. This is one reason why it is always best to get a professional storm restoration team on site as soon as possible.
Quick mitigation can prevent roof leaks from turning into major flooding events and can make roof repairs and other water restoration efforts cheaper or even unnecessary. Although many people picture river flooding as being a primary cause of storm-related damage, river flooding is actually a relatively minor cause. While river flooding is prone to occurring in some areas of the country, in most cases, wind damage, hail damage and roof leaks are, by far, the more serious concerns.
How do I clean my carpets after a storm and have tracked dirt all over my carpet?
11/10/2017 (Permalink)
Let SERVPRO of Eagan/Apple Valley clean the carpet in your Eagan home!
Although it may seem like a smart alternative, do-it-yourself home carpet cleaners can’t match professional services. SERVPRO of Eagan/Apple Valley's certified professionals have access to a variety of cleansing agents, equipment, and other tools that enable deep and effective cleaning. Our certified technicians also have valuable skills and knowledge that helps them determine when the job has been done right. In fact, an untrained person can damage the carpet further if they are not careful, and not to mention that the process can be physically strenuous and stressful on a person.
Home carpet cleaners are just not as powerful as commercial options, and this does not mean that do-it-yourself varieties are always safe to use. An untrained person may not know how to select the right detergent for their carpet fibers, leading to discoloration, or worse. Though it may seem like operating that how water extractor may seem easy enough, untrained people tend to leave too much behind and that can create odors, damage the fibers, and possibly provide the perfect breeding ground for bacteria and mold to grow.
Our certified crews have undergone extensive training and education to help improve their skills. We know how to tackle a variety of soils and fabric types, employing safe treatment methods that extract everything down to the base of the pile, and even further. If a family wants to preserve its carpeting for as long as possible and keep it feeling and looking nice, there is no alternative to calling SERVPRO of Eagan/Apple Valley today!.
SERVPRO of Eagan/Apple Valley utilizes advanced equipment and technology and we proudly serve our Eagan community and surrounding areas. Give us a call today! (651) 330-7271
Flood Water Removal
11/7/2017 (Permalink)
Flood Water Removal
After detailed site inspection and assessment, water extraction starts. The home restoration experts use flood pumps and vacuum units to remove most of the ground water or flood water in your house. The water restoration expert knows the type of flood pump to remove contaminated water from your home. Apart from flood pumps, a reliable water restoration expert uses moisture detectors to measure the extent of moisture saturation in your walls after floods or ice dam in your house.
Drying your Home Walls
After extraction of flooding or rising ground water in your house, the floors, walls, and ceilings may appear dry but wet when touched. The walls and floors retain water which can cause break down or more water damage on your property. The restoration expert uses air movers and dehumidifiers to dry your home. Monitor walls from ice damming or roof leaks.
Sanitization and Cleanup
After wind damage, storm damage, ice damage, hurricane damage, hail damage and water damage your walls, floors ceilings require professional cleaning services. The storm restoration expert will clean your furniture, clothing and other valuables in your house. Most river flooding, flooding and ground waters require certified odor removal. Water damage from ice damming, ice dams, frozen pipes and roof leaks need specialized cleaning such as dry, wet, foam or immersion cleaning to achieve proper storm remediation. Additionally, storm restoration experts use sanitizing and disinfectant treatment to clean your house. The water restoration expert will remove and dispose of damaged items with your guidance after severe storm damage, ice damage, wind damage, hurricane damage, hail damage and water damage.
Visit http://www.SERVPROeaganapplevalley.com for more information on storm damage.
Restoration and Storm Remediation.
11/7/2017 (Permalink)
Restoration and Storm Remediation.
After water cleanup, water restoration is next step in the process of storm damage removal and ensuring proper home restoration. Storm restoration involves minor repairs such as drywall replacements and installing carpets. Emergency water restoration services include roof repair after roof damage, roof tarp, board-up services, temporary fencing, and building a temporary warehouse space. Renovations and repair services such as floor repair, painting, tile repair, roof repair, and carpet repair are vital to achieving storm restoration.
Wind damage can cause substantial roof damage and roof leaks on your house. During the winter season, ice damage can occur. Ice damming, frozen pipes, ice dams, hail, and hurricanes can cause roof damage, hail damage, and hurricane damage. Taking mitigation measures to prevent flooding and taking flooding insurance covers is advisable. Roof repairs and board up services with the help of restoration expert are crucial to avoid further flood water damage of your property.
Visit http://www.SERVPROeaganapplevalley.com for more information on storm damage.
The Process Of Storm Damage Removal
11/1/2017 (Permalink)
The Process Of Storm Damage Removal
Severe weather conditions including ice dams, hurricanes, thunderstorms, hail and ice storms can cause ice damage, hurricane damage, hail damage, roof damage, and water damage on your house. Dealing with water extraction as result of roof leaks, damaged roof, rising ground water, flood water or river flooding can be complicated. From water damage, roof repairs and security of damaged property is tedious. Every storm damage case is different, but the process of storm damage removal and home restoration is similar.
Contact a Wind Damage Restoration Expert
Ice damage process begins with reaching out to water restoration expert to aid in storm remediation. The storm restoration representative will guide you through water damage crisis. The water damage expert will inquire about the nature and type of water damage whether from flooding, ice damming, river flooding, frozen pipes, ice dam, hail or high winds. The information will help the restoration expert on resources and specialized equipment such flood pumps to bring on-site for storm remediation.
Assessing and Inspection of Water Damage
The home restoration expert will conduct the detailed site inspection. The storm restoration professional does a damage assessment on your home. They aim at identifying the source of water damage at your home either from ice damming, flooding, river flooding, bursting of frozen pipes, river flooding, or ground water. The experts inspect and test the house to determine how far water and moisture have penetrated into walls and floors to ensure a complete storm remediation. The expert move furniture and salvage items to prevent rust on wet carpet.
Visit http://www.SERVPROeaganapplevalley.com for more information on storm damage.
Don’t Let a Storm Set You Back! Use These Tips to Get Your Business Back Today
9/26/2017 (Permalink)
Don’t Let a Storm Set You Back! Use These Tips to Get Your Business Back Today
We see it all the time: A business or home ruined by a variety of storm damage disasters:
Wind damage
Flooding
Hail damage
Ice damage
Frozen pipes
Roof damage
and More!
But did you know that it doesn't have to be that way for your business or home restoration? You don't have to live with a roof leak, an ice dam issue, river flooding aftermath or hurricane damage that has torn apart the only business you've ever known. Instead, it's time to take action -- and you can do it effectively and the right way by utilizing professional storm remediation.
Read on to learn the top four tips for getting the flood water out of your home and getting started on a path toward storm restoration:
Tip #1: Determine Whether You Need a Roof Repair
When your home or business goes through storm damage or wind damage, then your roof may need a repair. Roof damage is one of the leading after effects of storms and often results in a roof leaf and requires roof repair.
Ask your hurricane damage and storm restoration company to do a thorough check-up of your roof and to inspect it for wind damage, hail damage, ice damage and more. They will be able to tell you the spots where your roof is in trouble and patch it or rebuild it.
Tip #2: Get Your Flood Pump Checked
In any water restoration project, you've got to make sure your home and business still has a safe infrastructure that will protect you against future damage. One common issue that we see after river flooding or flooding caused by storms is that the flood water and ground water both rise and make the flood pump inoperable.
Ask your water restoration pro to test your flood pump and to replace it if necessary.
Tip #3: Don't Forget About Ice Damming
In cold areas and seasons, it's common for a home or business to experience frozen pipes and an issue known as an ice dam. Ice damming occurs when ice builds up on the roof and water cannot run off the roof. Sometimes, it drips into the infrastructure of the house and down the walls of the home. Sometimes you don't even realize you have an ice dam forming and causing roof damage or a roof leak. So make sure you ask your home restoration professional to inspect your roof for icy slopes and to break up that ice as part of the roof repair and storm remediation.
Tip #4: Find a Hurricane Damage Company You Can Trust
When you experience any kind of storm damage -- from flooding to roof damage to wind damage to a ground water issue -- you cannot rely on just anyone to fix it. You need a licensed, trusted professional storm restoration and hurricane damage company that can fix your roof leak, break up your ice dam, clear your frozen pipes, repair your flood pump and prevent future ice damming, ground water, flood water and roof damage by stabilizing your roof and infrastructure.
Of course, none of this comes without a cost. Hurricane damage and ice damage is expensive. But whether its river flooding or hail damage that has brought you to us, we are here to help.
Call us today to learn more about our storm restoration services. Learn our approach to ground water issues and flood pump repairs. But our expertise to the test. We are a water restoration company that is ready to work for you. We believe in business and home restoration -- and doing it the right way.
Call us today for your quote for storm remediation.
Are You Ready to Remediate After a Big Storm?
Why are you waiting any longer? Storm damage and issues caused by flooding simply can't wait. You need to make the repairs now before its too late for your business or home. How many times have we seen roof damage that seems so small -- like a roof leak -- turn into an unmanageable roof repair, in which the entire roof caves in? Don't let that be you.
Hurricane damage wreaks havoc on homes and businesses -- from causing river flooding and wind damage to causing flood water and ground water to rise above a structure. Add wind damage and even hail damage to the mix, and you've got a natural disaster aftermath in more than one way.
You're first step in your storm restoration is to call your professional business and home restoration company to do a full analysis and give you a quote. Your team of professionals will do things such as check out your flood pump to make sure it is functioning properly, check your roof for ice damming that is causing leaks in your home, test your frozen pipes for ice damage, and other key checks in a water restoration project to help you reach storm remediation.
Don't let flooding ruin your business or home. Call us today to get started! Visit http://www.SERVPROeaganapplevalley.com for more information on storm damage.
Storm Damage Cleanup and Restoration in Minnesota
4/7/2016 (Permalink)
Faster to ANY Size Disaster!
Why Choose SERVPRO of Eagan/Apple Valley?
Restoring storm and flood damaged properties is the cornerstone of our business. Our highly trained professionals use specialized equipment and advanced training to quickly restore your residential or commercial property to pre-storm condition. We’re dedicated to responding immediately, which helps to minimize secondary damage. When a major storm hits, it may overwhelm local restoration companies. SERVPRO of Eagan/Apple Valley can scale our resources by accessing the equipment and personnel of 1,700 Franchises and can also access our Disaster Recovery Team that specializes in major storms and catastrophic events. Nothing is too big for us to handle!
Storms and inclement weather can be devastating to any home or business. Wind damage, heavy rain, and flooding can occur suddenly and cause substantial damage in a matter of minutes. There’s never a convenient time for flooding or storm damage to strike. For a business, every hour spent cleaning up is an hour of lost revenue and productivity. So when an emergency situation arises in your business, you want to make sure you have the right people there to help. Click here to read what to do and what NOT to do after a flooding event has occurred and while SERVPRO of Eagan/Apple Valley is on their way!
Remember, we live and work in this community too; we might even be neighbors. As a locally owned and operated business, SERVPRO of Eagan/Apple Valley is close by and ready to respond to storm and disaster events. We are proud to be an active member of our communities and want to do our part to make our communities the best they can be!
SERVPRO of Eagan/Apple Valley utilizes advanced equipment and technology to quicken the restoration time and to minimize cost. We proudly serve our communities and surrounding areas with 24/7 emergency availability. Give us a call today and we'll make it "Like it never even happened." (651) 330-7271
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