Be Prepared for Winter Storms!

9/25/2024 (Permalink)

Winter Storm Preparedness: Prevent Frozen Water Pipes

Winter storms are here and it won't be the last.

The National Severe Storms Laboratory categories a winter storm as having snow, sleet, or freezing rain.  In Hazel Crest, we can see any of this type of precipitation throughout the winter months. When the temperature is below the freezing point and precipitation is in the forecast, that’s when our office knows what types of calls we’ll be getting: water damages.

How Water Pipes Freeze and Break

A water damage during a winter storm happens when your pipes freeze.  When water freezes, it expands and creates pressure inside the pipe, which can cause it to break.  The pipes that are most likely to freeze are those outside the home that are exposed.  Other vulnerable pipes are those indoors that don’t have access to heat, like those under your kitchen cabinets or in the garage.

Indoor Frozen Pipe Prevention

• Before temperatures reach freezing, insulate exposed and vulnerable pipes.  You can do this by installing pipe sleeves or even wrapping the pipes with newspaper.
• Close the garage door to prevent cold air from coming in.
• Open kitchen and bathroom cabinets to allow warm air to circulate around the pipes.
• Keep your home heated above 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

What To Do Until Help Arrives

If your pipes still freeze and you have a water damage, give us a call immediately and follow the following steps:

1. Don’t delay.  Call us as soon as you notice your water damage.  The longer water stands in a structure, the more damage it will cause.  As soon as you call, we will schedule a crew of technicians to travel to your home and begin remediation.  
2. Cut off the water source, if possible.
3. Get textiles off the floor.  Many homeowners rush to put down towels to stop the water flow, and that’s okay.  Towels can easily be cleaned at our textile cleaning facility if need be.  What you want to look out for are small fragile textiles or objects on the floor that can be damaged by water.
4. Begin documentation.  Start with the point of origin and all affected areas.  While our technicians will also take the document, it's important to start documenting as soon as possible to prove your loss to your insurance company.

Be Aware of the Weather

Keep your eye on the weather forecast.  Not only will you be prepared to travel safely, it’ll also give you to valuable time to prepare your home and keep it, and everyone living inside it, safe.  

SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood

We can be reached 24/7/365 at (708) 747-9925

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Ice Dams Can Cause More Damage Than You Think!

3/11/2022 (Permalink)

The SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood service area has been hit with snow this week.  The question we get is can snow storms be a possible hazard to my home? The answer is yes, it can!

Typically, we don’t get enough snow that hangs around long enough top worry much about this in our area. Folks in the north are a little more concerned about this than we are because of the greater amount of snowfall and generally colder sustained temperatures. But with snow covering roofs in our area and record low temperatures forecasted the conditions are right for a problem commonly referred to as ice damming.

An ice dam forms when ice builds up on the eaves of the roof and any water behind it has nowhere to go and may end up in your home. This happens because heat gathers in your attic and slightly warms the roof above. The eaves however do not warm like the rest of the roof because they do not have the warm air of your attic under them, they have the cold outside air underneath. As the snow melts from the warmer portion of the roof and runs down it can freeze over the eaves forming an ice dam. As thawing continues above the water running down is trapped behind the dam.

Water will always follow the path of least resistance. In this case it can back up under shingles. Once under the shingle it will makes its way down under the roof inside your attic. From there it can settle on the ceiling or make its way down wall cavities. If snow melts makes its way into your home don’t panic. Stay calm and call SERVPRO.

Sump Pump Replacement by SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood

3/11/2022 (Permalink)

If your home has a wet basement, you’re not alone. The American Society of Home Inspectors estimates that more than 60 percent of homes have issues with water in the basement.A sump pump can be an effective option for preventing water damage. Installed in a pit in the basement, these units sense when the water from rain or snow melt is rising in the pit and approaching the floor level. The incoming water is then pumped outside before it can damage the home or its furnishings.Sump pumps are relatively low-maintenance devices, but you can help keep your unit operational by inspecting it regularly. Steps in a regular maintenance program can include:

• Checking the discharge line to make sure it is not stopped up or frozen. If necessary, unclog the air vent hole in the line.

• Checking the inlet screen to ensure that it’s not clogged with residue and debris. Do this three or four times per year.

• Making sure the float component is unobstructed and can move smoothly.

• Scanning the pit and removing any visible debris, mud, or stones.

• Testing the pump by slowly pouring a bucket of water into the pit. The float should rise with the water level, triggering the unit to start pumping. If pumping doesn’t begin, check to see that the unit is plugged in. Your float switch or check valve might also be at fault.

• Going outside to see that water is discharging and flowing where it’s supposed to go – well away from your home.

Once a year, disconnect the pump from the power source and remove the unit. Flush it thoroughly with water to remove impurities and debris. While you have the pump out, also clean debris from the sump pit.  Reinstall the pump and reconnect the power source.  Test the unit by pouring a bucket of water into the pit and making sure the pump starts.If your unit has backup battery power, replace the battery every two to three years, or as directed by the manufacturer.Always refer to your pump’s instruction manual for specific information about maintenance and operation. More information about sump pumps is available from the Sump and Sewage Pump Manufacturers Association.If your sump pump does fail Call (708) 747-9925 and a crew from SERVPRO of Matteson - Homewood will come out and dry your basement and all other ares that are wet.  We also do sump pump replacement.

SERVPRO Is Here 24/7 For Your Matteson Flood Damage Restoration

3/10/2022 (Permalink)

Severe weather systems often provide a slew of potentially damaging conditions for your Matteson residence from the torrential rainfall to gale-force winds. While you cannot predict the damage that a storm can do to your home, trees on your property are even more of an unknown variable because you cannot tell when root systems or individual branches have weakened or become compromised in some way. The combination of powerful winds and a vulnerable tree can often equal storm damage to your home that can provide the path for flooding to occur.

From holes in the roof of your Matteson home to more substantial storm damage from a fallen tree, a generated path for runoff water and direct rainfall can lead to widespread flood damage. Our SERVPRO professionals understand the importance of a timely response to an emergency like this, and that is why our team remains available 24/7 to address these concerns as they develop.

A prompt response from our dedicated professionals can provide your property with mitigation solutions to protect it from further damage. Our team can work quickly to board up and tarp over exposed vulnerabilities in the exterior of your home allowing for water penetration. Once these points have gotten sealed over, the professionals inside can begin extraction and drying efforts to help reduce necessary tear out and reconstruction.

As is the case with all tree damage incidents, removing the threat is vital to keeping the property safe from further structural compromise. Our contractors can work to remove the tree entirely, and preparing the area for the reconstruction to follow. Once the area has gotten prepared, our SERVPRO contractors can get to work on repairing and reconstructing the roof, siding, or other damaged areas of your house.

You cannot predict when storm damages can lead to severe conditions like flooding in your home, but you can count on the fast response and expertise of our SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood team. Give us a call anytime disaster strikes at (708) 747-9925.

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Don't Let Tree Damage Allow Flooding Into Your Home

3/9/2022 (Permalink)

Severe weather systems that move through the Matteson area can come with high-force winds capable of dropping trees, breaking tree limbs, and directly damaging your home. With fallen trees or large limbs that break away from the trunk, elements like your roof and siding can rarely withstand the blunt force of these situations and can become substantially damaged. This vulnerability in your exterior can allow flooding to occur as the storm continues to move through the region. Our professionals have a fast response to flooding and water loss emergencies, arriving with the ability to perform repairs and mitigation to protect your home from further loss.

While flooding in Matteson from external damage can occur with little warning, your home might not be the only one in the area with similar damages and flooding effects. As a large loss recovery team, we have the personnel and resources to address many loss events simultaneously, ensuring that no customer goes without the necessary mitigation and recovery efforts their property needs. With the large roster of IICRC-certified technicians on our team, we stay available to all customers 24/7 to be ready for any disaster that threatens their home.

Our SERVPRO team relies on our leading equipment for effective mitigation for your home. From high-powered extractors and pumps to rapid drying solutions with air movers and dehumidifiers, we can help to stop the spread of damage and begin recovering saturated materials and structural elements right away.

Proper mitigation cannot happen without repairing the damage temporarily to your home. We arrive with our SERVPRO contractors that can offer emergency boarding and tarping services to prevent further floodwater from penetrating these vulnerabilities. Once the storm has passed, and mitigation completes, our reconstruction team can completely address the structural concerns of your home, and even remove the tree to make it “Like it never even happened.”

While you might not get prepared for the damage a fallen tree can do, our SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood rapid response team has the expertise and equipment to help at a moment’s notice. Give us a call anytime disaster strikes at (708) 747-9925.

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Call Our Experts & Don't Panic When Flood Damage Disaster Strikes!

11/7/2021 (Permalink)

If flood damage threatens your home, contact SERVPRO at (708) 747-9925 for an immediate response to your water damage situation.

Flood Damage Cleanup In Flossmoor Attic Presents Unique Problem

When water enters an attic, the flood damage from a storm presents several issues. The longer the water remains, the more potential for loss, so expedited removal of all water and moisture is crucial. There is often not enough room to bring in multiple pumps to remove the water, set up air movers and use a dehumidifier, so our technicians have to get creative to pump the water and dry the affected area.

An attic in Flossmoor with flood damage has the potential to cause loss through ceiling and wall damage, mold and other secondary issues caused by the entrance of water. The necessary roof repairs should be completed as quickly as possible to eliminate further water intrusion. When space is an issue, we have special long hose attachments on truck-mounted pumps or small portable units to remove standing water. Wet fiberglass can be saved if remediation begins quick enough; your certified SERVPRO technicians have the training to determine if it can be dried or needs replacement. Soggy drywall or areas that are causing ceilings to sag are removed for safety and allowing for complete drying of the restorable regions affected by the water.

Our technicians often set up plastic vapor barriers in the attic during the drying process. This action focuses the air movement on the wet areas and limits the spread of any dust or particles to other areas of the home. We can also utilize a flex hose as a duct to move air from dehumidifiers to the attic to further eliminate moisture when there is not sufficient room to bring in a machine.

Once dry, SERVPRO technicians who are certified in odor control get to work to eliminate any foul odors left by the water. They have several resources and choose the best fit for each situation to leave the attic space clean, healthy and offensive odors neutralized.

If flood damage threatens your home, contact SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood at (708) 747-9925 for an immediate response to your water damage situation. Because your health and safety are essential, our emergency services are available 24/7.

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Winter Is Coming - Call SERVPRO To Get A Certified HVAC Technician Inspect Your Furnace!

10/21/2021 (Permalink)

We can guide you through a speedy resolution of a furnace malfunction beginning with one call to (708) 747-9925.

Winter’s Winds And Cold Make Furnace Malfunctions A Serious Issue in Matteson

Furnace Maintenance Keeps You Warm As It Saves You Money: SERVPRO Tip

SERVPRO Cleans "Puff Backs" and Your HVAC System to Keep You Warm

Even if you have the best intentions to avoid a crisis, chances are good that you will need to react to a furnace malfunction during the dead of winter at some point while you are a homeowner. Perhaps you will need to cope with an oil burner that does not ignite smoothly, causing a “backfire” called a “puff back” that sends soot throughout your home. Maybe your ductwork is in need of a cleaning to warm your home more efficiently. Whatever the cause of your missing warmth or”dirty” heating situations, SERVPRO can help you get back on track for a cozy and clean winter season.

Winter related furnace malfunctions in Matteson Illinois might have been avoided if you had taken the time to schedule regular HVAC inspections and cleanings during warmer weather. Being prepared is always preferable to being caught by an emergency situation. We all have a tendency to relay and not stick to necessary maintenance schedules. When we receive a call about a furnace or boiler issue during the cold months, our dispatch staff will make sure to send a qualified and certified HVAC technician your way as soon as is practically possible. Our well-trained staff will thoroughly investigate the situation and then design a plan to get your home back to toasty and warm pronto. If necessary we will team with an appropriate heating contractor to urge that stubborn furnace to get back online again. Any soot and smoke remediation needed because of a “puff back” will also be planned and completed, critical as soot and ash can be very harmful to your electronics, plastics, and other possessions. At times, fast action at containment can mitigate the adverse consequences of unwanted soot.
 
Once SERVPRO works to get your heat back on and your furnace is purring like a kitten, we will work with you to develop a proactive plan to avoid unpleasant surprises in the future. Our duct inspection services are second to none, and we will be able to give you advice on what maintenance steps are needed to ensure both heating and cooling are seamlessly available as the weather requires.
 
When winter tries to chill you out contact SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood. We can guide you through a speedy resolution of a furnace malfunction beginning with one call to (708) 747-9925.

When Storms Hit Your Home or Business, SERVPRO Is Here For You

3/5/2021 (Permalink)

When you wake up to a storm event that has damaged your home or business, it is easy to feel overwhelmed and frustrated. There are many bad things that can happen when a storm comes through, and SERVPRO can help with them all! If a tree lands on your roof? We can help with each and every step. If a storm knocks the power off in winter and you have a frozen pipe, we can help with that too! Water damage in your living room after roof damage? We can work with you and your insurance to get you back to "Like it never even happened." It's what we do! 

So give SERVPRO a call! We are faster to any storm disaster and are here to use our experience, expertise, and equipment to get you back to your preloss condition! 

Why is Professional Restoration Better Than DIY?

3/1/2021 (Permalink)

What many homeowners may not realize is that there does not have to be extensive water damage for it to add up to an immense loss. There could be hidden moisture left behind in wall cavities and other tight spots that make it difficult for DIY methods to get the job done. SERVPRO features IICRC-certified technicians that have the choice between two distinct systems to ensure your home is back to appropriate humidity levels. These systems include:

• Open Drying System – This works by using outside air to speed up the drying of the impacted area. Warmer months allow us to use an open system for active, time-efficient drying. This method helps to promote evaporation while using equipment like air-movers and box fans to exchange evaporated moisture with drier outside air. We can do this by opening up doors and windows in conjunction with a centrifugal motion to create fluid air movement.
• Closed Drying System – This system works by using dehumidification equipment within a concentrated drying zone for air exchange. Such a method is excellent during times of the year when temperatures are lower, and access to the outdoors is limited. This works on the same principle, yet a closed system gives more control of the temperatures. Higher temps mean the air holds more moisture, and drying is faster. We also use desiccant dehumidifiers within the work zone for moisture removal and to thwart the potential for mold growth.

So when water, fire, or storm damages your home or business, give the professionals at SERVPRO a call! We are faster to any disaster and are here to help get you back to "Like it never even happened."

Flooding Can Lead TO Devastating Results, But SERVPRO Is Here For You

2/17/2021 (Permalink)

Flooding can lead to devastating results. Although Homewood does not have the large water bodies that can cause dramatic flooding, it has chronic issues with stormwater drainage, which is a serious matter for locals. Floodwater can get into your home after a torrential downpour.

Flood damage in your Homewood property can leave you stressed and unsure of the right steps to take. It is essential to act fast after a flooding incident to prevent secondary damage from happening in your property. If floodwater remains in your home for too long, it can increase the risk of mold growth and make it more challenging to dry the building. The contaminated water can also cause undesirable health effects to the occupants.

You can rely on flood restoration specialists from SERVPRO to clean up, dry, and disinfect your home. We have a highly experienced and trained team of technicians who have access to advanced equipment to handle the flood damage in your residence. That means you do not have to deal with the inconvenience of organizing different services. We can manage the restoration project from the beginning to the end, minimizing disruptions, downtime, and costs.

Our response team is available to serve our customers 24/7. Immediately we receive an emergency call, our customer care team dispatches the response team to the affected property. We can get to your residence in the shortest time possible since we understand how stressful the situation can get. Our technicians can inspect the affected areas thoroughly to gauge the magnitude of the damage and choose the appropriate mitigation and restoration procedures.

The floodwater may have brought along all kinds of debris like rocks, tree branches, silt, sand, broken glass, and plastic bags, among others. We can remove the waste using rakes and shovels. Removing the debris also helps expose structural surfaces for further evaluation or inspection.

To speed up the drying process, we extract as much water as we can. Our team can use the right pump to remove the water. For instance, we can use full trash pumps to remove floodwater that has solids. As the pumps extract water, they pass the solids along.

When flood damage happens in your property, do not let it disrupt your usual way of life. Call SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood at (708) 747-9925 for efficient and professional restoration. We’re Faster to Any Size Disaster.

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Ask The Experts: Humidity From Floodwater And Mold

2/17/2021 (Permalink)

Humidity in the air and surfaces can cause mold growth. Our SERVPRO team can use devices like moisture meters and moisture sensors to track moisture in your home. We have state-of-the-art equipment that can remove moisture effectively. We can use centrifugal air movers to increase the rate of evaporation and dehumidifiers to reduce the amount of water vapor in the air.

The floodwater could be contaminated with sewage and decaying organic matter. Our technicians can use disinfectants to clean surfaces that the floodwater contacted. Our team can use antimicrobial products that destroy 99 percent of the organisms they contact on the surfaces applied.

If floodwaters attack your home or business, don't go it alone! Give the professionals at SERVPRO a call and let us come make things "Like it never even happened."

Storm Damage To Your Flossmoor Home

11/11/2020 (Permalink)

Flooding in Flossmoor can cause major damage if not cleaned up properly. Call our office for more information at 708-747-9925

When storms rip through the Chicagoland area, strong winds and heavy rains can cause major damage to your home.  Wind speeds of 50 mile per hour can cause damage to trees near your home or your roof.  Often times, tree limbs broken from strong winds can brake windows on your home causing damage to the inside of your home as well.

Heavy rains are often also associated with storm events.  Storms that dump inches of rain in a short time frame tend to overwhelm city storm drains and home sump pumps causing unwanted water in your basement.  

Our SERVPRO team carefully watches for storm events in the area, planning accordingly to have crews and equipment ready to help services our customers as promptly as possible.  With 24/7 emergency water extraction and board up/ tarp off services we can quickly responded to any amount of damage that a storm can bring.

For more information on our storm services please call our office at 708-747-9925.

When Wild Fires Strike We Strike Back

9/14/2020 (Permalink)

Air scrubbers are made to remove the pollution from the air and are a very important asset when dealing with smoke damage.

SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood is part of SERVPRO Team Nichols Disaster Team.  As a Disaster team we not only handle disasters in our local community, but we also travel to where we are needed the most throughout the country. 

In late August of 2020, Hurricanes threatened the cost of Texas and Louisiana and our team was there to lend a hand.  In mid September 2020, our team loaded up a trailer full of equipment to head to Portland, Oregon to help with the restoration efforts while wild fires threaten to destroy communities. 

Our specially trained technicians enjoy having the unique opportunity to travel to help those living near the fires.  Having years of knowledge and specialty equipment to do the job right is what makes SERVPRO stand out from the rest. 

With air quality one of the biggest concerns for those outside of the fire zone, our team loaded up air scrubbers which will filter and remove pollution from the air in homes and businesses.

For more information on SERVPRO Disaster Team Nichols please give us a call at 708-747-9925.  

Flooding In Your Homewood Property

2/29/2020 (Permalink)

“Like it never even happened.”

Falling Tree Limbs Increase Flooding Chance for Homewood Houses

Torrential rainfall, combined with high winds, can be a dangerous combination for dying trees on your Homewood property. While many of the storms that pass through the area can be destructive enough to uproot entire trees and allow them to fall into nearby structures, often the removal of a full limb can also be a catastrophe for a close residence. The weight of a large tree limb can collapse a portion of a roof or puncture it to allow runoff and direct rainfall inside.

While you cannot do much to prevent the destructive forces of nature and their effect on the trees on your property, you can reach out to the right professionals to address the storm and flood damage in your Homewood house. With structural breaches, runoff and wind-driven rain can immediately enter the property, allowing it first to affect the attic space and then spread quickly down into the living areas of your home. A combination of strategies is necessary when addressing these circumstances.

Emergency Roof Repair
Removing the tree limb is one of the first ways to combat the damage that has occurred in your residence. The hole left must get covered over with a reinforced tarp framed on the outside with wood planks by our SERVPRO contractors. This coverage prevents further floodwater penetration to allow drying to be effective.

Extraction Services
Removing surface water still on the unfinished flooring and surfaces in the attic space can reduce the migration of this moisture elsewhere. For these situations, the ideal tool is the electric submersible pump or wet vacuum, as both are mobile and versatile.

Cavity Drying
The faster that our SERVPRO team can dry out the structural cavity between the attic and the floor beneath it, the better in restoration terms. Keeping the moisture damage contained in the structural assembly between the floor and ceiling between levels can allow our team to utilize tools like the positive pressure systems to dry out saturated materials on-site.

Tree limbs can be a destructive force against your house, but our SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood restorers and contractors can arrive quickly to help. Give us a call at (708) 747-9925.

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We Act Fast In Homewood After A Flood

2/19/2020 (Permalink)

We have the training, state-of-the-art equipment, and expertise to handle any size flood disaster. Call us right away to prevent further damage.

Planning Restoration of Flood Damage in Homewood Helps Improve the Outcome

Torrential rain can flood vast areas within a short while, leaving extensive damages in and around homes in the affected area. Although several steps are necessary to restore normalcy, flood damage cleanup, and removal of debris take up the most time. SERVPRO helps provide the necessary resources to speed up and improve efficiency when performing those tasks.

For effective clean up after flood damage incidents in Homewood, one of the best approaches is to split up the process into groups of tasks to simplify the process. In most cases, our SERVPRO crews split up restoration into these stages:

• Water extraction
• Controlled demolition to open up cavities
• Separation of salvageable and unsalvageable items
• Collection and consolidation of waste
• Cleanup and drying

If flooding leaves inches of standing water inside the home, there is a need for quick extraction to limit secondary flood damages. The challenge is that sometimes the water contains silt, mud, or even solid wastes, which can slow down the removal. Our SERVPRO technicians have the right equipment to handle any challenges during extraction. We can use submersible pumps for water deeper than 2 inches. We also have self-priming trash pumps that can handle water with solids allowing free movements around the house.

Before cleanup can happen, there is a need to establish which contents or buildings damaged by the water intrusion or contamination. The removal of such materials before cleaning eliminates the repetition of tasks. Our SERVPRO technicians use different techniques to identify damaged materials, including physical observation, testing wetness with moisture meters, and using thermal cameras to find wetness in hidden areas. Depending on what we find out, we can determine whether demolition is necessary or not. When doing controlled demolition, we use plastic bags and trashcans to consolidate the waste easing the removal process.

The recovery process after a flood damage incident is rarely easy. Call SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood at (708) 747-9925 to help clean up all areas affected by an incident, "Like it never even happened."

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Phases of Drywall Recovery in Water-Damaged Matteson Homes

11/5/2019 (Permalink)

Let SERVPRO help you through all phases of your Matteson water damage.

We will get you past the water, especially when it comes to your Matteson home.

Protecting construction materials in your Matteson home after a water loss incident requires a keen understanding of the migration of damage and how to best protect the majority of exposed materials. Drywall is particularly susceptible to water damage or flooding, as the porosity of the material allows for almost immediate penetration. Despite the fast response of our professional restorers, protecting drywall might not always be feasible or in the best interest of the homeowner.

To best protect structural elements in your house, often the best solution involves both flood cuts and repairing walls in a Matteson property. Once the drywall has become exposed to standing water from flooding or substantial flood loss, it can begin to distort and deteriorate within 24 hours. Our SERVPRO team has a full division of licensed contractors that can work alongside our mitigation efforts to offer real-time protection for your home’s construction materials like sheetrock and paneling.

Controlled demolition is a tactic used by our qualified contractors that can remove only the portions of drywall too severely damaged to restore. Flood cuts, as the case usually becomes with this wallboard, involves removing saturated portions of material from the baseboard up the wall until a dry area gets reached. The use of moisture meters and thermal imagery can determine the precise dryline our SERVPRO team can mark. Once removed, our team can access the structural cavities with drying tools like our low-profile air movers, to prevent further demolition.

Because the drywall gets removed in portions rather than entire sheets, the reinstallation of these materials can happen faster and at a reduced price. Efficiency saves our customers in more than just their wallets and helps them get back to preloss conditions and comfortable living in their house after a flood or water loss incident much more quickly.

Flood cuts are a critical element to reducing more considerable losses throughout your home. No matter what caused the damage, you can count on the expertise of our SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood restorers to make it “Like it never even happened.” Give us a call today at (708) 747-9925.

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The SERVPRO Team Can Work Hard to Clean and Rebuild Your Flood Damaged Home in Matteson

9/17/2019 (Permalink)

This Stocked SERVPRO Green Fleet Vehicle Says It All--Ready for Flood Damage Restoration in Matteson--24/7

Cleaning Debris from Flooded Matteson Properties

Debris is a common damaging effect that professionals must immediately address when combating flooding in Matteson homes. No matter how severe these circumstances might be, natural flooding scenarios can bring in mud, foliage, rubbish, and other potential contaminants that can heap on flooring along with standing water threats. Our SERVPRO professionals have a quick response that can help to get these hazardous debris handled with efficiency and care.

As potentially perilous as flood damage in Matteson homes can be, especially with unknown contaminant levels and risks, it is often best to leave the cleaning and recovery of these situations to our certified professionals. When black water is present in your home, which is the highest possible contaminant level that could exist with natural flooding situations, you need a team certified in water restoration, applied structural drying, biohazard recovery, and who can also offer reconstruction services as needed.

We offer a comprehensive solution to flooding, knowing how vital addressing standing contaminated water is to preserving elements of your home currently unaffected by exposure. In situations where contamination is unavoidable, debris removal and containment become vital tasks to keep the customer and our technicians safe. Exposed materials become part of this removal process, and we can oversee the tear out of contaminated construction materials, ensuring that only the affected portions get removed.

Before we can realistically remove damaged flooring and walls, we must remove the debris, mud, and other sediments from the house. Shoveling out most of these threats is a practical approach, and with many of our technicians working together on these tasks, we can quickly reach the point of accessing exposed materials to remove them. Our skilled SERVPRO general contractors have the experience to perform full-scale remodeling as well should you want to change up the aesthetics of your property while many of its structural elements have become visible.

We want to be the choice that area homeowners make when flooding occurs because we can show our customers that We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster. No matter what a home needs from reconstruction to extraction, we have a full roster of professionals on our SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood team to help. Give us a call anytime at (708) 747-9925.

How SERVPRO Remediates Flood Damaged Matteson Homes

8/6/2019 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood has the equipment and is ready-to-go to handle your water damage restoration needs.

How Does SERVPRO Handle Flood Damage to Furnishings in Matteson Homes? 

Flood damage often happens with little to no warning. It may occur as a result of Butterfield Creek breaching its banks or merely heavy storms which are not unusual for this area of Illinois. 

There are two main types of flood damage we see in Matteson homes. Floods from groundwater and rainwater. There are different outcomes for each kind of water damage in the house. When water enters the residence as rainwater, it carries a rating as clean water, and there is little danger of contamination. 

Fabrics, furnishings, carpeting and other porous items have restoration potential as long as the cleanup starts within 24-hours. Groundwater is a category three biohazard and causes substantially more loss as porous items generally do not return to sanitary standards for reuse after cleaning. Common issues and actions with water damaged furnishing include:

• Excessive moisture is the cause of swelling of wood furniture frames and may result in cracking or warping unless dried soon enough. 
• Rewetting or dry cleaning are methods for removing water spots on upholstery.
• Furniture with wooden legs gets placed on blocks, so the stain does not stain carpeting or rugs. 
• Furniture constructed from particleboard is usually a loss as it reacts poorly to exposure to excessive moisture. 

We deploy both air movers and dehumidifiers to dry upholstered furnishings quickly. SERVPRO technicians take particular care to handle the fine details regarding furniture restoration services. For example, We halt the possibility of rust transfer from a zipper on a cushion to another area on the furniture by keeping it from touching through the use of waxed paper. Once dry, if any residual water odors remain, our certified Odor Control Technicians have numerous applications to eradicate odors, which leaves the furniture with no signs (or smells) of water damage. 

At the first sign of flood damage, contact SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood at (708) 747-9925. Our certified emergency response team is available 24/7 and arrive soon after your call because We're Faster to Any Size Disaster. 

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SERVPRO Responds to Matteson Property Roof Damage and Flooding

1/22/2019 (Permalink)

Matteson Storms, Roofs, and SERVPRO--We're Faster To Any Size Disaster

Roof Inspections and Repair After Flooding in Your Matteson Home

Throughout nearly every season, your Matteson home’s exterior must endure severe weather systems. From heavy torrential rainfall to the harsh winter weather that can leave accumulated snow on your roof for many days, this area of your property can eventually succumb to the damage and allow water to pass through unabated. Once vulnerabilities exist in your roof, flooding through the attic space can occur quickly under the right conditions.

The trouble with the flood damage that can result from a compromised roof of your Matteson home is that many homeowners do not know they have a roof problem until the damage has already occurred. While we have teams of qualified and highly-trained professionals available with a single call any time of the day to address emergencies that threaten your home, our contracting division can also help you to identify problems with your roof so that you can get these situations taken care of before they allow flooding to exacerbate an already wet condition.

With a roof inspection by our competent and licensed SERVPRO contractors, you can get alerted to potential problems with structural integrity before failures that result in flooding. We have all of the resources available to quickly assess any damage and to rebuild or repair these compromised portions of your roof before severe weather can take them beyond a point where they can keep water out.

If flooding damage has already occurred, we can respond quickly in these situations as well with effective mitigation solutions to prevent greater loss. Our contractors can offer emergency board up services for roof vulnerabilities to prevent further penetration while our team works to extract floodwater and begin drying out affected areas.

While you might not always know how vulnerable your roof is to water penetration, you can count on our SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood professionals to help asses this risk or to clean up and dry your home once damage has already occurred. Give us a call anytime you need us at (708) 747-9925.

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Be Prepared for Winter Storms!

1/2/2019 (Permalink)

Frozen Pipes

Winter Storm Preparedness: Prevent Frozen Water Pipes

Winter storms are here and it won't be the last.

The National Severe Storms Laboratory categories a winter storm as having snow, sleet, or freezing rain.  In Hazel Crest, we can see any of this type of precipitation throughout the winter months. When the temperature is below the freezing point and precipitation is in the forecast, that’s when our office knows what types of calls we’ll be getting: water damages.

How Water Pipes Freeze and Break

A water damage during a winter storm happens when your pipes freeze.  When water freezes, it expands and creates pressure inside the pipe, which can cause it to break.  The pipes that are most likely to freeze are those outside the home that are exposed.  Other vulnerable pipes are those indoors that don’t have access to heat, like those under your kitchen cabinets or in the garage.

Indoor Frozen Pipe Prevention

• Before temperatures reach freezing, insulate exposed and vulnerable pipes.  You can do this by installing pipe sleeves or even wrapping the pipes with newspaper.
• Close the garage door to prevent cold air from coming in.
• Open kitchen and bathroom cabinets to allow warm air to circulate around the pipes.
• Keep your home heated above 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

What To Do Until Help Arrives

If your pipes still freeze and you have a water damage, give us a call immediately and follow the following steps:

1. Don’t delay.  Call us as soon as you notice your water damage.  The longer water stands in a structure, the more damage it will cause.  As soon as you call, we will schedule a crew of technicians to travel to your home and begin remediation.  
2. Cut off the water source, if possible.
3. Get textiles off the floor.  Many homeowners rush to put down towels to stop the water flow, and that’s okay.  Towels can easily be cleaned at our textile cleaning facility if need be.  What you want to look out for are small fragile textiles or objects on the floor that can be damaged by water.
4. Begin documentation.  Start with the point of origin and all affected areas.  While our technicians will also take the document, it's important to start documenting as soon as possible to prove your loss to your insurance company.

Be Aware of the Weather

Keep your eye on the weather forecast.  Not only will you be prepared to travel safely, it’ll also give you to valuable time to prepare your home and keep it, and everyone living inside it, safe.  

SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood

We can be reached 24/7/365 at (708) 747-9925

“Like it never even happened.”

Storm damage in Homewood handled by SERVPRO

11/28/2018 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Can Remediate Your Flood Damage Regardless of Cause

Floods are often the result of heavy rain from storms. Water levels begin to rise very rapidly and in Illinois, it is called coastal flooding. This rushing water can flood homes and businesses from the attic to the basement. Floods cause extensive property damage that should be addressed immediately. When water and flooding suddenly happen, people may only have a matter of minutes to grab their valuable items and leave for safety. Saving your property and belongings is very important. SERVPRO is a leader in restoration and recovery, with flood damage restoration professionals who can help residential and commercial property owners return to a preloss condition. We are a locally owned and operated company who is always ready to help their Illinois communities through any structural emergencies. 
 
Water and flood damage problems in Homewood can also be caused by other events. There can be difficulties with a failed water heater, HVAC problems, broken pipes, sewage back-flow, or other unforeseen problems. Whatever caused water and flooding, it is important to act as soon as possible to extract the water to minimize any further damage. We offer water and flood damage clean up and restoration services. Our well-trained and certified professionals have all the innovative equipment, industry knowledge and years of experience to clean and restore any water damage situation. We work quickly so that residential and commercial properties are not at risk for mold, which can grow within 24 to 48 hours. After a majority of the visible standing water has been extracted by using our powerful pumps and vacuums, we are not finished. Flood water can be hidden behind drywalls, baseboards, wallpapers, crawlspaces or in ceilings. We use specialized equipment that can locate water or moisture areas so that mold or mildew will not grow later on. 
 
We will also clean, sanitize, and deodorize all of your rooms and office space areas. We clean all restorable items and other contents using a number of OSHA and IICRC techniques. Our experience and scientific approach to water removal and water cleanup enables SERVPRO to properly dry and restore your property. We are a proud member of the Cook and Will County community, therefore when you call us, we can provide an immediate emergency response that helps to prevent secondary damage and mold. To avoid secondary damage, if you call us quickly, we may be able to treat your carpets, dehumidify soggy furniture and restore it. When you don't have to replace a majority of your belongings as a result of a flood, it can save you thousands of dollars. 
 
Our expert technicians from SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood can respond to emergency calls, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays. We are a full-service emergency remediation and restoration company. We have all the tools and experience needed to handle the most challenging emergency situations, including water, fire, mold or storm damages. Here is how you can reach us, and in a hurry - (708) 747-9925. We are here waiting to hear from you!

Storm damage to your Richton Park warehouse

6/28/2018 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Promptly Restores Your Matteson Storm Damaged Property

When you have suffered any flood damage, whether it was from backups in the basement sewer or from a large-scale disaster from a major storm, you’ll need certified technicians who know how to handle best flood damage, especially storm related. The last thing you want to have to do is search for a flood cleanup company that is reliable after you are dealing with a flood. Knowing who to call beforehand is important and will make things move much faster in the event of a problem. 

It can be deceptive to how much damage water really does. It will penetrate into structural cavities, making pockets of trapped saturation. Finding water in these areas can many times only be discovered with moisture meters. Moisture which goes undetected will keep causing damage, and this damage at a minimum will result in unpleasant odors. Even more, the damage will surface when materials shrink, delaminate and split, further deteriorating to where you will need very costly repairs. Plus, dangerous bacteria and mold can grow, causing very serious health problems for you and the members of your family. 

What You Can Expect 
Once you call a professional water damage cleanup service like SERVPRO, we will first come and remove all the water in your residence with tools such as vacuums. The professional equipment that we use will allow the company to get all of the water out of your home without creating a larger mess while doing so. Large air movers can also be used to finish getting rid of the water and dry out the rooms in your home. The primary goal is to dry your home out as fast as possible to prevent further secondary water damage. 

Once the water is visibly dried up, our company should also go through with water meters so we can assess the damage. This will make spotting the source of any other water or moisture much easier, and once we’ve conducted any work which needs to be performed, we’ll take another reading to make sure your home is completely dry and back to its normal state. We will also use thermal foggers, ozone machines, and air scrubbers as needed to ensure that all odors have eliminated and all debris as well. Sanitizing the affected areas after a groundwater flooding is critical to remove any pathogens or other harmful agents. 

Not all companies are the same however, so that is why if you do have any water damage, you will want to contact the professional services of SERVPRO of Mateson - Homewood right away. We can be reached anytime of the day or night and any day of the week by calling (708) 747-9925, and we arrive at your residence promptly since we are Faster To Any Size Disaster.

After storm tips for Matteson

6/28/2018 (Permalink)

Water Damage Restoration Tips For Your House After A Flood

A few years back, homes, business properties and personal items devastated by flood water were considered lost. With innovations in technology, however, the losses due to flood damage can now be restored to their former state. The process is not easy though for it requires extensive mopping up and drying of the property after severe water damage.

Flood water in home or business can damage your walls, floors, carpets and other personal belongings too. Extracting the water is impossible without proper equipment while sun drying does not guarantee your assets’ restoration to their former state before the incident. There is also an additional risk that the water in home might have damaged electrical equipment or wires. Anyone tampering with either could be in for a horrible electrocution during the water cleanup and restoration.

For these reasons, water cleanup and restoration is best handled by professionals. They have the requisite experience, state-of-the-art equipment and techniques to do the job properly and offer mitigation against further damage. If the renovation job requires extensive work, promptness in beginning the works is paramount. The less the time-frame between flood damage and refurbishment, the greater the ease of reinstating a property or item to its preloss state. There are four fundamental steps to follow with any renovation job after water damage:

1. Removal of the flood water
The first important step to restoring a property after damaging from water in home or business premise is removing the stagnant water. Often, a submersible pump is used to remove the water accumulation in various structures around the premises. The pump is highly efficient at its job and makes drying of entire submerged sections easier. As a result, it helps in mitigation by preventing further flood damage in the premises.

2. Moisture Mapping
It is crucial to get an idea of the extent of water damage and take the first mitigation steps against mold growth. The step uses detection equipment to obtain and appropriately map the moisture values on the property. Properly trained technicians use infrared and digital imaging to determine the damage extent.

3. Mold Inspection and Removal
After moisture mapping, the house will need to be prepared to repel mold and mildew. Any residual stagnant water in business or homestead leads to a favorable habitat for the fungi to thrive thus mitigation against it is essential. Water cleanup professionals make use of special detergents to sterilize the area and make the surroundings unfavorable for mold growth. Some renovation firms take advantage of deodorization and ventilation during this step to remove any airborne contaminants and lingering, unpleasant odors.

4. Water Drying
This last step ensures the property is completely dry and humidity is brought back to its normal state after flood damage. There are various water drying techniques and the one used will depend on the situation’s severity. These techniques include:

• Air Movers – They help dry the establishment by controlling humidity and promoting air circulation. Working in sections, the air movers remove liquids from all porous materials including carpets and wood. Any remaining water in home or business premises is left for more sophisticated machines.

• Dehumidifiers – dehumidifiers remove moisture from the air and help extract any remaining water in business or home environment. Broadly, professionals use either desiccant or refrigerant dehumidifier. Desiccant dehumidifiers use raw materials that naturally absorb moisture from the environment. Conversely, refrigerant dehumidifiers operate by cooling the air to make it reduce its ability to retain water. As a result, condensation occurs around the equipment’s cooling coils. Applying these machines on a large scale promptly extracts excess humidity from the air leaving no more water in business or household and thus no further water damage. The particular type of equipment, however, depends on the hired company and the how extensive the restoration job is.

With the right professionals, a successful water cleanup is possible, and any damage from water in business or home establishment can be fixed. Each job, however, is unique and requires prompt, proper investigation. This helps come up with a plan based on the steps above to restore the property after water damage. Visit http://www.SERVPROmattesonhomewood.com for more information on water damage

Storms Forecasted In Your Area

6/26/2018 (Permalink)

Pending Storms

Is your family prepared for possible flooding, sump pump failure, sewer back up, or the need for board up and tarp off services after severe storms? A unstable weather pattern is forecasted for our area and could lead to the any of the previously listed claims. When your commercial business is on the line we aim to keep you in business or your families residential home, make sure you are calling The Best to help you mitagate your restoration claim. We're Faster To Any Size Disaster is our tagline and that is our business. We already service many of the following areas.... Oak Forest, Frankfort, Midlothian, Country Club Hills, Matteson, Richton Park, Flossmoor, East Hazel Crest, Homewood, Tinley Park, Mokena and many more. Call us today to help mitagate your disaster. 708-747-9925

Sump pumps can really save you.

6/12/2018 (Permalink)

If your home has a wet basement, you’re not alone. The American Society of Home Inspectors estimates that more than 60 percent of homes have issues with water in the basement.A sump pump can be an effective option for preventing water damage. Installed in a pit in the basement, these units sense when the water from rain or snow melt is rising in the pit and approaching the floor level. The incoming water is then pumped outside before it can damage the home or its furnishings.Sump pumps are relatively low-maintenance devices, but you can help keep your unit operational by inspecting it regularly. Steps in a regular maintenance program can include:

• Checking the discharge line to make sure it is not stopped up or frozen. If necessary, unclog the air vent hole in the line.

• Checking the inlet screen to ensure that it’s not clogged with residue and debris. Do this three or four times per year.

• Making sure the float component is unobstructed and can move smoothly.

• Scanning the pit and removing any visible debris, mud, or stones.

• Testing the pump by slowly pouring a bucket of water into the pit. The float should rise with the water level, triggering the unit to start pumping. If pumping doesn’t begin, check to see that the unit is plugged in. Your float switch or check valve might also be at fault.

• Going outside to see that water is discharging and flowing where it’s supposed to go – well away from your home.

Once a year, disconnect the pump from the power source and remove the unit. Flush it thoroughly with water to remove impurities and debris. While you have the pump out, also clean debris from the sump pit.  Reinstall the pump and reconnect the power source.  Test the unit by pouring a bucket of water into the pit and making sure the pump starts.If your unit has backup battery power, replace the battery every two to three years, or as directed by the manufacturer.Always refer to your pump’s instruction manual for specific information about maintenance and operation. More information about sump pumps is available from the Sump and Sewage Pump Manufacturers Association.If your sump pump does fail Call (708) 747-9925 and a crew from SERVPRO of Matteson - Homewood will come out and dry your basement and all other ares that are wet.  We also do sump pump replacement.

Winter Storm Preparedness for Hazel Crest

12/28/2017 (Permalink)

Winter Storm Preparedness: Prevent Frozen Water Pipes

Winter storms are here and it won't be the last.

The National Severe Storms Laboratory categories a winter storm as having snow, sleet, or freezing rain.  In Hazel Crest, we can see any of this type of precipitation throughout the winter months. When the temperature is below the freezing point and precipitation is in the forecast, that’s when our office knows what types of calls we’ll be getting: water damages.

How Water Pipes Freeze and Break

A water damage during a winter storm happens when your pipes freeze.  When water freezes, it expands and creates pressure inside the pipe, which can cause it to break.  The pipes that are most likely to freeze are those outside the home that are exposed.  Other vulnerable pipes are those indoors that don’t have access to heat, like those under your kitchen cabinets or in the garage.

Indoor Frozen Pipe Prevention

• Before temperatures reach freezing, insulate exposed and vulnerable pipes.  You can do this by installing pipe sleeves or even wrapping the pipes with newspaper.
• Close the garage door to prevent cold air from coming in.
• Open kitchen and bathroom cabinets to allow warm air to circulate around the pipes.
• Keep your home heated above 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

What To Do Until Help Arrives

If your pipes still freeze and you have a water damage, give us a call immediately and follow the following steps:

1. Don’t delay.  Call us as soon as you notice your water damage.  The longer water stands in a structure, the more damage it will cause.  As soon as you call, we will schedule a crew of technicians to travel to your home and begin remediation.  
2. Cut off the water source, if possible.
3. Get textiles off the floor.  Many homeowners rush to put down towels to stop the water flow, and that’s okay.  Towels can easily be cleaned at our textile cleaning facility if need be.  What you want to look out for are small fragile textiles or objects on the floor that can be damaged by water.
4. Begin documentation.  Start with the point of origin and all affected areas.  While our technicians will also take the document, it's important to start documenting as soon as possible to prove your loss to your insurance company.

Be Aware of the Weather

Keep your eye on the weather forecast.  Not only will you be prepared to travel safely, it’ll also give you to valuable time to prepare your home and keep it, and everyone living inside it, safe.  

SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood

We can be reached 24/7/365 at (708) 747-9925

“Like it never even happened.”

SERVPRO there for any flood damage in Homewood

11/15/2017 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Can Remediate Your Flood Damage Regardless of Cause

Floods are often the result of heavy rain from storms. Water levels begin to rise very rapidly and in Illinois, it is called coastal flooding. This rushing water can flood homes and businesses from the attic to the basement. Floods cause extensive property damage that should be addressed immediately. When water and flooding suddenly happen, people may only have a matter of minutes to grab their valuable items and leave for safety. Saving your property and belongings is very important. SERVPRO is a leader in restoration and recovery, with flood damage restoration professionals who can help residential and commercial property owners return to a preloss condition. We are a locally owned and operated company who is always ready to help their Illinois communities through any structural emergencies. 
 
Water and flood damage problems in Homewood can also be caused by other events. There can be difficulties with a failed water heater, HVAC problems, broken pipes, sewage back-flow, or other unforeseen problems. Whatever caused water and flooding, it is important to act as soon as possible to extract the water to minimize any further damage. We offer water and flood damage clean up and restoration services. Our well-trained and certified professionals have all the innovative equipment, industry knowledge and years of experience to clean and restore any water damage situation. We work quickly so that residential and commercial properties are not at risk for mold, which can grow within 24 to 48 hours. After a majority of the visible standing water has been extracted by using our powerful pumps and vacuums, we are not finished. Flood water can be hidden behind drywalls, baseboards, wallpapers, crawlspaces or in ceilings. We use specialized equipment that can locate water or moisture areas so that mold or mildew will not grow later on. 
 
We will also clean, sanitize, and deodorize all of your rooms and office space areas. We clean all restorable items and other contents using a number of OSHA and IICRC techniques. Our experience and scientific approach to water removal and water cleanup enables SERVPRO to properly dry and restore your property. We are a proud member of the Cook and Will County community, therefore when you call us, we can provide an immediate emergency response that helps to prevent secondary damage and mold. To avoid secondary damage, if you call us quickly, we may be able to treat your carpets, dehumidify soggy furniture and restore it. When you don't have to replace a majority of your belongings as a result of a flood, it can save you thousands of dollars. 
 
Our expert technicians from SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood can respond to emergency calls, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays. We are a full-service emergency remediation and restoration company. We have all the tools and experience needed to handle the most challenging emergency situations, including water, fire, mold or storm damages. Here is how you can reach us, and in a hurry - (708) 747-9925. We are here waiting to hear from you!

Flood Damage of any type in University Park

8/14/2017 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Can Remediate Your Flood Damage Regardless of Cause

Floods are often the result of heavy rain from storms. Water levels begin to rise very rapidly and in Illinois, it is called coastal flooding. This rushing water can flood homes and businesses from the attic to the basement. Floods cause extensive property damage that should be addressed immediately. When water and flooding suddenly happen, people may only have a matter of minutes to grab their valuable items and leave for safety. Saving your property and belongings is very important. SERVPRO is a leader in restoration and recovery, with flood damage restoration professionals who can help residential and commercial property owners return to a preloss condition. We are a locally owned and operated company who is always ready to help their Illinois communities through any structural emergencies. 
 
Water and flood damage problems in University Park can also be caused by other events. There can be difficulties with a failed water heater, HVAC problems, broken pipes, sewage back-flow, or other unforeseen problems. Whatever caused water and flooding, it is important to act as soon as possible to extract the water to minimize any further damage. We offer water and flood damage clean up and restoration services. Our well-trained and certified professionals have all the innovative equipment, industry knowledge and years of experience to clean and restore any water damage situation. We work quickly so that residential and commercial properties are not at risk for mold, which can grow within 24 to 48 hours. After a majority of the visible standing water has been extracted by using our powerful pumps and vacuums, we are not finished. Flood water can be hidden behind drywalls, baseboards, wallpapers, crawlspaces or in ceilings. We use specialized equipment that can locate water or moisture areas so that mold or mildew will not grow later on. 
 
We will also clean, sanitize, and deodorize all of your rooms and office space areas. We clean all restorable items and other contents using a number of OSHA and IICRC techniques. Our experience and scientific approach to water removal and water cleanup enables SERVPRO to properly dry and restore your property. We are a proud member of the Cook and Will County community, therefore when you call us, we can provide an immediate emergency response that helps to prevent secondary damage and mold. To avoid secondary damage, if you call us quickly, we may be able to treat your carpets, dehumidify soggy furniture and restore it. When you don't have to replace a majority of your belongings as a result of a flood, it can save you thousands of dollars. 
 
Our expert technicians from SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood can respond to emergency calls, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays. We are a full-service emergency remediation and restoration company. We have all the tools and experience needed to handle the most challenging emergency situations, including water, fire, mold or storm damages. Here is how you can reach us, and in a hurry - (708) 747-9925. We are here waiting to hear from you!

Property damage from a storm in Matteson

6/28/2017 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Promptly Restores Your Matteson Storm Damaged Property

When you have suffered any flood damage, whether it was from backups in the basement sewer or from a large-scale disaster from a major storm, you’ll need certified technicians who know how to handle best flood damage, especially storm related. The last thing you want to have to do is search for a flood cleanup company that is reliable after you are dealing with a flood. Knowing who to call beforehand is important and will make things move much faster in the event of a problem. 

It can be deceptive to how much damage water really does. It will penetrate into structural cavities, making pockets of trapped saturation. Finding water in these areas can many times only be discovered with moisture meters. Moisture which goes undetected will keep causing damage, and this damage at a minimum will result in unpleasant odors. Even more, the damage will surface when materials shrink, delaminate and split, further deteriorating to where you will need very costly repairs. Plus, dangerous bacteria and mold can grow, causing very serious health problems for you and the members of your family. 

What You Can Expect 
Once you call a professional water damage cleanup service like SERVPRO, we will first come and remove all the water in your residence with tools such as vacuums. The professional equipment that we use will allow the company to get all of the water out of your home without creating a larger mess while doing so. Large air movers can also be used to finish getting rid of the water and dry out the rooms in your home. The primary goal is to dry your home out as fast as possible to prevent further secondary water damage. 

Once the water is visibly dried up, our company should also go through with water meters so we can assess the damage. This will make spotting the source of any other water or moisture much easier, and once we’ve conducted any work which needs to be performed, we’ll take another reading to make sure your home is completely dry and back to its normal state. We will also use thermal foggers, ozone machines, and air scrubbers as needed to ensure that all odors have eliminated and all debris as well. Sanitizing the affected areas after a groundwater flooding is critical to remove any pathogens or other harmful agents. 

Not all companies are the same however, so that is why if you do have any water damage, you will want to contact the professional services of SERVPRO of Mateson - Homewood right away. We can be reached anytime of the day or night and any day of the week by calling (708) 747-9925, and we arrive at your residence promptly since we are Faster To Any Size Disaster.

Cleaning Up Your Country Club Hills Home After Flooding

3/13/2017 (Permalink)

Rain and Snow Cause Storm Flooding in Country Club Hills--Call SERVPRO for Cleanup

Storm Damage Cleaned Up & Restored by SERVPRO

When a bad storm rolls through your area, the risk of damage to your property greatly increases, as severe rains can create heavy water damage plus flooding in your home. Flooding caused by storms is a big problem which requires a combination of methods to treat it correctly and protect you and your family’s health. Unlike some water damage from a burst pipe or roof leak, ground water many times includes raw sewage which can complicate the process of remediation. As soon as flooding happens in your home, make sure to get in touch with SERVPRO to mitigate the damage and remove the flood water safely.
 
Flood Repair
Our expert flood damage repair techs have the necessary equipment and training to remove the flood water and sewage properly in your Country Club Hills home and repair any flood damage. This water may contain harmful bacteria and fecal matter. It is important that the right methods and tools are used to clean up the flood waters. We react quickly to any flood emergencies because we are available 24 hours a day, any day of the week. We help mitigate the damage before starting the restoration process. This hastens a return to normalcy while reducing costs to you.
 
Our range of services for flood damage restoration includes water extraction, initial inspections, cleaning of structural elements and furnishings, deodorization, drying by dehumidification or air moment, and mold remediation. Under dire conditions, we can also secure the property with fencing, tarps, and plywood.
 
Our repair services for flood damage include the replacement or repair of structural elements like ruined drywall and rotted wood, plus the cleaning and protection of decorative or personal items.
 
Other Flood Damage Problems
Flooding in your home can lead to additional problems other than water damage and health issues. It can also create mold growth and rusted pipes. Our staff uses moisture sensors and probes for water detection to find any flood damage problems which hide so we can repair them during the process of restoration. You can be confident that our trained experts are thorough, and if you need to make an insurance claim, we help you coordinate theprocess with your insurance provider.
 
If your home has flooding damage, make sure to call SERVPRO of Matteson-Homewood right away. The water damage keeps spreading the longer you do not take action, and there is a high chance that the water contains sewage which contributes to health problems. Give us a call at (708) 747-9925 so we can come out to your home to help you right away.