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Business Flooded. Can the carpet be saved?

11/27/2023 (Permalink)

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Does Carpet Need to Be Replaced After a Flood?

Disaster strikes! A storm came through and flooded your business and now you need flood water damage restoration. But your business has many different parts. What is restorable and what needs replacement? For example, can you save carpet after a flood?
The answer is usually ‘no’. You should replace the carpet after a flood. If you don’t, you could be watching for signs of mold under the carpet in the coming days.

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There could be some rugs and other carpets that don’t use padding. For example, a throw rug for a hardwood floor could be savable depending on the damage. Glue in office carpeting may also be salvageable. The main problem with installed carpet replacement is the padding. Padding degrades in the water much quicker than carpet fiber. 

If your carpet was in the water for less than 24 hours, there is a slight chance of salvage. Even this depends on the water’s categorization:

Category 1 Flood Water

Comes from clean water such as broken water lines that move water into your home.

Category 2 Flood Water

Is dirty water from your sewer backing up or the toilet overflowing?

 Category 3 flood water

Is the most serious. This occurs when a sewer line breaks and floods your home.

How Long Does It Take to Dry Out Water Damage?

With the correct water damage drying equipment, getting back to normal is a matter of hiring professionals. After inspections and creating a plan of action, experts differentiate the savable from the destroyed.

Flood water damage restoration requires experts that know how to get you and your family back to normal. From carpet flood restoration to home repairs, our experts put your home back the way it was.

How Soon Does Mold Grow After a Flood?

For mold removal restoration, keep in mind mold can begin developing in 24-48 hours. The softer and more porous something is the more prone it is to mold formation. Remember, speed is key. The quicker you start drying out your house the safer it will be for everyone.

Call Someone Who Knows About Restoration After a Flood

SERVPRO N Lauderdale / W Tamarac knows how to bring your business to preloss condition.   

Call SERVPRO today 954-960-5322

Storm Damage Comes With Unique Restoration Challenges.

1/10/2022 (Permalink)

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Hurricane Restoration for Commercial & Residential Properties in South Florida

Living and working in Florida means that hurricane season is always around the corner. When a hurricane strikes and leaves behind a trail of destruction, your first call should be SERVPRO  Tamarac. Our team is trained to respond to emergency disaster restoration situations 24/7. We are a fully equipped emergency response team for fire damage, flood and water restoration. We will be there quickly to assess the damage to your property and work to mitigate storm damage.

The most costly damages associated with hurricanes and severe storms for property owners are due to flooding and strong winds. Hurricane aftermath often leads to damaged rooves, windows, exterior and interior damages and more. However, some of the most intense and costly destruction will be due to flooding or fire damage.

SERVPRO N Lauderdale/ W Tamarac is an experienced storm damage restoration company and knowledgeable in all types of damages caused by hurricanes and South Florida tropical storms. The sooner you contact us to begin the restoration process, the better. Exposure to the elements, along with standing water, can lead to more damage, as well as mold.

 Hurricane Damage Inspection

As soon as our technicians arrive on-site, we will begin to assess the situation and immediately start preparing a plan to quickly stop all leaks and flooding and all other immediate threats to prevent further damage to your home or business.

SERVPRO N Lauderdale/ W Tamarac realizes the potential disaster of the strong wind hurricanes and storms that frequent South Florida and we come prepared.  

Removal and Disposal of Damaged Property

Our storm and hurricane restoration team will do what we can to preserve your property and personal belongings after the storm. Unfortunately, there will most likely be items and some structure that will not make it. For example, after flooding, affected materials such as carpet, furniture and damaged drywall may have to be removed. We will take care of the removal and disposal or preservation.

Call us today 954-960-5322

SERVPRO is Ready After the Storm

8/24/2021 (Permalink)

Many Florida homes and businesses flood after severe weather.

SERVPRO of N Lauderdale / West Tamarac specializes in storm and flood damage restoration.  Our crews are highly trained, and we use State of the Art equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.

Faster Response

Since we are locally owned and operated, we can respond quicker with the right resources. This is extremely important as A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.

Resources to Handle Floods and Storms

When storms hit Broward County, we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of some 1,700 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States.

Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today 954-960-5322

What To Do In the Aftermath of a Storm

8/24/2021 (Permalink)

Storm Damage? Call us today!

We are in the middle of a very active Hurricane season in Florida! There are many articles about hurricane preparation tips and what you can do to be ready for the next storm. While that is important to know, it is also vital to be aware of the steps that should be taken after a hurricane has passed through your area. Always remember safety first!

What To Do After A Hurricane

  • The first thing to do if you have evacuated  is to only return when it is safe to do so. 
  • Steer clear of downed power lines or anything that appears to be connected to a power line or box.  Avoid all standing water that may have a power line submerged in them, as they can be potentially electrified. 
  • If you return home and suspect that you may have a gas leak, leave immediately and contact the utility company so they can assess and rectify any danger.  
  • If it is safe to return but there is minor damage to your personal property, separate the damaged goods from the rest of your inventory. 
  • If you return home to find it unsafe, contact your insurance company and see if they can assist in finding you temporary accommodations at a nearby hotel. 
  • If your roof is damaged and you need a roof wrap, or if you have standing water, call SERVPRO N Lauderdale/W Tamarac as soon a possible to remove the water and prevent further damamge.

Hurricane season can be a devastating time for many people, especially those who live in a place like Florida where we are prone to many severe storms. 

For storm damage restoration needs, we are here to help. Give us a call at 954-960-5322

Hurricane Season is right around the corner. SERVPRO of North Lauderdale/Tamarac is there for you.

5/24/2021 (Permalink)

Our highly trained crews are ready to respond 24/7 to storm or flood damage in Tamarac and N Lauderdale.

At SERVPRO of North Lauderdale/Tamarac, we specialize in storm and flood damage restoration.  Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.

Faster Response

Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.

Resources to Handle Floods and Storms

When storms hit Tamarac, North Lauderdale, and surrounding areas, we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. As South Florida is always on edge every time there is a hurricane out there, you can rest assured that we can access equipment and personnel from a network of 1,900 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States.

Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today 954-960-5322