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What to do if your business gets hit with storm flooding in Attleboro, MA?
9/20/2022 (Permalink)
If you're used to Attleboro, MA weather, then you probably know that this weather can be unexpected, and downright stressful to get hit with flooding damages. Knowing to call SERVPRO of The Attleboros for your remediation services can save you future stress and vulnerability.
If you get hit with storm flooding here are some tips to do after flooding:
- Remove excess water by mopping and blotting
- Wipe excess water from wood furniture
- Remove and prop wet upholstery and cushions
- Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpet
- Turn air conditioning on for maximum drying in the summer
- Gather loose items from the floors
At SERVPRO of The Attleboros, any wet upholstery, furniture, boxes, files, and documents can be saved and dried professionally by us.
Don’t wait and call SERVPRO of the Attleboros. We will arrive and are ready to start the process of any flood damage.
If you need emergency service, Call us 24/7 - (508) 223- 0505
Easy things to prevent a fire in your MA home.
9/13/2022 (Permalink)
Anyone knows that a fire can be scary to imagine your home stuffed from the disaster as fires can cause little or large damage. Although you can’t control everything, there are some easy things you can do to reduce the risk of a fire.
- Check your smoke alarms regularly
If you don’t have smoke alarms, be sure to get them installed. If you have fire alarms check the batteries to make sure they are working.
- Inspect your heating sources
Whether that be cleaning your air filters, or unplugging your space headers after use. Not leaving your indoor fireplace unattended.
Be sure to always empty out the lint basket before putting a new load in.
Keep your wires/cords well kept, and clean. Make sure the hot cords are not touching anything that could cause a spark.
Storm Flooding in Westport, MA
9/13/2022 (Permalink)
After having a flood on your property, you should learn what to do after a storm flooding and learn what not to do after flooding. Below is a list of 5 things you should and shouldn’t do after a flood.
What to do after flooding:
- Remove excess water by mopping and blotting.
- Remove excess water on furniture and prop up upholstery and cushions.
- Gather loose items from the floors.
- Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
- Turn on air conditioning for maximum drying.
What not to do after flooding:
- Don't leave wet fabrics in place
- Don't leave items on the wet carpet or floors.
- Don't use a household vacuum to remove water.
- Don't use any household appliances that have been in contact with the water.
- Don't turn on ceiling fixtures if the ceiling is wet
Flooding damage in Attleboro Libraries
9/1/2022 (Permalink)
Have you ever had flooding in your library? Flooding is much more different than plain water damage as it can have more bacteria in the water, and it is best to get your loss restored quickly.
Water damage can affect many things in a library, but most importantly, you could lose hundreds of books and files to water. One service we offer at SERVPRO of the Attleboros is books, documents, and file drying. All that stress over important information won't be lost for good.
When storm damage hits, don’t wait, SERVPRO of the Attleboros will arrive and are ready to start the process of any storm flooding damage emergency.
If you need emergency service, Call us 24/7 - (508) 223-0505
- We are fast to any size of the disaster
We are available 24/7 just for you, and our team works faster and is always ready for flood damage emergencies.
- We are storm damage restoration specialists
Our teams have advanced training and expertise.
- We use advanced drying equipment.
Fire safety tips for using an air fryer in Seekonk, MA.
8/29/2022 (Permalink)
If you know, lately air fryers have been trending on the internet. It is now the new thing everyone and people love the new craze of quick cooking food. Like any electronic machine, they can cause a fire. Follow these tips to ensure fire safety when cooking.
Don't:
- Use cooking sprays with propellants, aerosol sprays, or chemical-based non-stick sprays.
- Don’t leave your air fryer plugged in when not in use.
- Don’t use perforated parchment paper at high heat without having food over it
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket
Do:
- Coat your food in a bit of oil before cooking your food.
Do use accessories and inserts that are made for your air fryer.
If you need emergency service, Call us 24/7 - (508) 223- 0505
How to prepare yourself for a tropical storm.
7/19/2022 (Permalink)
When the tropical storm season begins, you should begin to prepare yourself for a tropical storm. Doesn’t matter how small or large, a hurricane could possibly impact you. We will be sharing tips to help.
- Start by creating an emergency plan for your family and include emergency meeting places.
- Have an emergency kit. This could include a backpack, water, non-perishable food, a blanket, etc.
- Review your insurance. Look at your policies ahead of time to see what’s covered.
- Have an evacuation plan, plan your route, and have an alternate route too.
- Get your home ready. Trim your trees and board up your windows.
- Know your risks. Storms produce heavy rain, flooding, and strong winds.
If a hurricane hits, and you have storm damage, call SERVPRO of the Attleboros. We will be ready to help restore your property and needs.
If you need emergency service, Call us 24/7 - (508) 223-0505
- We are fast to any size of the disaster
We are available 24/7 just for you, and our team works faster and is always ready for storm damage emergencies.
- We are storm damage restoration specialists
Our teams have advanced training and expertise.
What to do if your business gets hit with storm flooding in Attleboro, MA?
4/26/2022 (Permalink)
If you're used to Attleboro, MA weather, then you probably know that this weather can be unexpected, and downright stressful to get hit with flooding damages. Knowing to call SERVPRO of The Attleboros for your remediation services can save you future stress and vulnerability.
If you get hit with storm flooding here are some tips to do after flooding:
- Remove excess water by mopping and blotting
- Wipe excess water from wood furniture
- Remove and prop wet upholstery and cushions
- Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpet
- Turn air conditioning on for maximum drying in the summer
- Gather loose items from the floors
At SERVPRO of the Attleboros, any wet upholstery, furniture, boxes, files, and documents can be saved and dried professionally by us.
Don’t wait and call SERVPRO of the Attleboros. We will arrive and are ready to start the process of any flood damage.
If you need emergency service, Call us 24/7 - (508) 223- 0505
4 Types of Smoke Damage
4/7/2022 (Permalink)
The 4 types of smoke damage
Smoke and soot residue is one of the toughest challenges of restoration after fire damage. We will determine how to restore your property by first determining what type of residue was left behind. Some types are easier to clean than others.
At SERVPRO of the Attleboros, we use a variety of techniques to eliminate the different types of smoke damage/ residue from your Berkley home or business.
The four categories that smoke and soot residue can fall into are:
- Dry residue – dry and powdery residue. Easier to clean if on the surface. Can fall into cracks or get into upholstery and other porous materials.
- Wet residue – thick, black smoke. Leaves a thick sticky residue with a strong-smelling odor.
- Protein residue- almost invisible residue, will discolor paints, and produces a very strong, unpleasant odor.
- Fuel oil residue- thick smoke, usually takes more time to clean, the residue will be greasy
Dry and wet smoke residue
Every fire generates some type of wet and dry residue. Some may produce more of one than the other. If the fire is fast and has an abundance of oxygen supply, it deposits dry residue. Fires that burn slower and have less oxygen produce a mostly wet residue.
Wood, cork, and paper produce a dry smoke. Synthetic materials such as plastic and fabrics will produce wet smoke.
Protein residue
When meat, beans, etc., catch on fire it will leave a grease-looking residue. This usually takes a bit longer to clean than dry or wet residues due to its greasy nature.
Fuel oil residue
This is usually seen less often, it is produced from a furnace puff-back. This produces a thick smoke due to the fuel oil not fully burning. This residue can also be very greasy and time-consuming to clean.
Have a frozen pipe? Use SERVPRO of The Attleboros.
3/3/2022 (Permalink)
When temperatures drop below freezing point, pipes have the chance of freezing in these temperatures. You may have a frozen pipe and currently are unsure whether it is frozen or not.
Tips to tell if pipes are frozen:
- There is frost on pipes
- It’s not at the right temperature
- Little to no water is flowing from drains.
- A strange smell is coming from the drain or faucet.
If your pipes have these signs, don’t wait, SERVPRO of The Attleboros will arrive and are ready to start the process of any frozen pipe damage. Like us try to make your day and have Brian come out fast.
If your pipes in your commercial office building, commercial property, or residential home in Seekonk, Swansea, Milford, Mansfield, Norton, Wrentham, Franklin have these signs, don’t wait, SERVPRO of The Attleboros will arrive and are ready to start the process of any frozen pipe damage.
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- The Hartford
- Pure Insurance Company
If you need emergency service, Call us 24/7 - (508) 223- 0505
- We are fast to any size disaster
- We are water damage restoration specialists
- We use advanced drying equipment.
Why use SERVPRO of The Attleboros for water damage
2/18/2022 (Permalink)
When water damage hits your home or business, don’t wait to get it fixed. Even just a small water damage can lead to a larger one in the future. It is best to call right away to get it fixed, to ensure the damage won’t create more problems.
If you decide to wait, water damage can cause you issues for more than a week. These problems include damage to the walls, floors, upholstery, and other belongings. Sooner or later the walls will swell metal surfaces tarnish and furniture will begin to warp.
Enough water damage will create moisture in the air, a perfect hotspot for mold to start developing and later growing and spreading around the place.
When water damage hits, don’t wait, SERVPRO of The Attleboros will arrive and are ready to start the process of any water damage emergency.
If you need emergency service, Call us 24/7 - (508) 223- 0505
- We are fast to any size disaster
We are available 24/7 just for you, and our team works faster and is always ready for water damage or water damage emergencies.
- We are water damage restoration specialists
Our teams have advanced training and expertise.
- We use advanced drying equipment.
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