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What Is An Emergency Ready Profile (ERP)?
4/15/2024 (Permalink)
Take steps to mitigate damages to your business during a disaster and have a plan of action with an Emergency Ready Profile (ERP)
Approximately 50% of businesses close down after a single disaster. One of SERVPRO's prominent features is an ERP which is an Emergency Ready Profile. This is a comprehensive plan and offers guidelines for businesses in the event of a disaster. An ERP can mitigate damages to your business and assist you in the event of a disaster.
When you apply for an ERP you get certain benefits that helps you take measures in preparing for a disaster. After applying for an ERP, you are offered a free assessment of your building. This well help evaluate important areas of the building and will help you create a comprehensive guide for evacuation and securing. An ERP consists of key information useful in the event of a disaster. This includes: emergency contacts, escape routes, and priority areas. This allows businesses to create a plan of action and have information readily available in the event of any type of disaster. On top of creating a disaster action plan, an ERP also creates guidelines on steps to take following the event of a disaster and this includes getting back into your building and securing certain areas.
An ERP is readily available through your mobile phone. It is quick and easy to setup and establishes SERVPRO as your primary restoration company.
SERVPRO of Monterey Park can give you a free assessment of your building and create a disaster action plan for your ERP.
Expectations from SERVPRO of Monterey Park
4/2/2024 (Permalink)
What should be expected when you contact us?
First and foremost, expect our 24-hour availability! Whether you are calling day or night, weekday or weekends, and even during the holidays, you can always expect to speak with a real person about the emergency you are experiencing. SERVPRO of Monterey Park is the top choice for many insurance agencies in the San Gabriel Valley area.
Here is what you can expect during the first several hours after contacting SERVPRO of Monterey Park:
Quick Response - When a building has been damaged, the response time is an important factor in how time-consuming and how costly restoration will be. SERVPRO is always open, so you can expect to hear back within an hour after you have contacted them about the emergency. Once you have provided them with the necessary information, we will begin preparing to address the needs of your client.
Arrival Time - Our technicians can be on-site to begin the restoration process within four hours. This fast response can make the difference if your home or commercial business has suffered a great deal of damage. Beginning the process more quickly will result in less damage overall which can end up costing the insurance agency less money.
Inspection/Verbal Briefing - Once the damage restoration specialists have arrived, they can inspect the home to determine the extent of the damage and decide on the best course of action moving forward. Our team has the ability to let you know in the emergency is claim worthy or not as well. They will provide a verbal briefing so that you are aware of what will happen next. Our team's quick 24-hour response will allow us to begin mitigation as soon as possible to prevent any further damage before we begin work on necessary repairs.
The Path of Mold Damage Recovery for Monterey Park Homes
4/5/2023 (Permalink)
SERVPRO is Faster To Any Size Disaster to remediate mold damage in Monterey Park.
Cleaning Up Mold Damage Fast for Homes
Mold can be one of the most threatening situations a home faces because many property owners do not recognize the issue until it is widespread and hazardous. Multiple accredited restoration professionals are needed to help return your home to its original condition, and we have technicians certified through the IICRC in the following:
With how quickly Monterey Park mold damage can develop and spread through a structure, these experienced professionals must move quickly to help. We're Faster To Any Size Disaster, which shows with our fast rollout of the Green Fleet after mold threats.
Evaluating the Home's Condition
Mold inspections are an essential part of the remediation process because it allows our SERVPRO team to appreciate the scope of the work to come. Evaluating the home's condition shows where pressing concerns exist and how to best help when remediation gets underway.
Effective Remediation Is a Matter of Approach
SERVPRO uses several approaches for mold remediation and cleanup. Some of the key methods to get your home to preloss condition include:
Surface cleaning is where much of the remediation work begins in homes and businesses, as this is the least invasive and intrusive solution. Sporicidal agents can destroy surface mold growth and inhibit the further development on sensitive construction materials.
Wood framing and similar construction elements can benefit from sanding practices to remove mold infestations. This mold damage can be regulated so that these materials can be removed.
Abrasives like sodium bicarbonate are mild bases, making them excellent for cleaning and surface organism removal without destroying the underlying substrate hosting the spores.
The most direct and permanent measure of mold remediation is removing the affected material entirely. When the construction element hosting the colony is damaged beyond repair, this eliminates the mold and prevents further damage
Will This Threat Go Away Naturally?
It is important to note that mold is unlikely to go away on its own. The production and spread of active organisms become an increasingly worse condition for the property, particularly when the means of providing moisture to the environment is not rectified. Professional remediation is exclusively designed to remove active colonization of mold organisms and prevent recurrences. Our SERVPRO team's experience helps you get back to your normal house conditions fast with effective microbial removal and post-mold cleanup.
Eliminating Post-Mold Odors
Malodors are an issue with mold development from the first onset of mold damage in your home or business. In many ways, a musty smell can indicate colonization even before physical signs appear on surfaces in the immediate area. This same sensory obstacle remains even after much of the remediation process completes. We have multiple deodorization practices and products to neutralize harsh and offensive smells tied to microbial development. Fogging is among the most effective and versatile, allowing vapor to penetrate trapped odors in building materials and open area malodors.
Mold Damage Repairs
Repairs are another way our professionals must address the damage that mold can do to a property. Often, controlled demolition is one of the most effective and direct means of eliminating heavily infested hosting materials, but that leaves build-back services necessary to return your home to preloss condition. Our general contractor license allows us to complete the required reconstruction and rebuilding to restore comfortable living conditions and make it "Like it never even happened."
Monterey Park mold damage should be handled quickly to prevent the situation from getting more out of control. With experienced and knowledgeable remediation specialists from our SERVPRO of Monterey Park team, the help you need is a phone call away at (626) 656-6577.
Our Mold Remediation Team Is Why Monterey Park Trusts SERVPRO
2/5/2023 (Permalink)
When mold damage affects your home, time is of the essence. Contact SERVPRO 24/7 for effective services.
Our Expertise in Mold Remediation Is Extensive
Several different but interrelated steps are required for thorough and proper mold remediation to occur in your Monterey Park residence. Knowing how these steps work and the reasons behind them make SERVPRO the right choice when you discover your home contains excessive mold.
Our skilled technicians perform professional mold remediation work in Monterey Park for homeowners and businesses. You can rely on us to handle the remediation, restoration, and prevention of mold infestation, all aimed toward protecting your property.
Our General Contractor License #1074642 means we can rebuild any damaged components of your property after we finish remediation. Because this stage follows mold-related projects and water and fire, our employees are well-versed in this area.
The various training sources used to educate and develop our technicians' skills for remediating mold and mildew include:
- IICRC courses that earn recognized certificates,
- Initial training sessions, and
- Self-paced e-learning modules.
Outside trainers and other educators provide the classes and other coursework required to succeed when sitting for the IICRC examinations that earn our technicians different certificates. These courses also help our employees provide a uniform standard to our customers.
The preliminary training lasts for 15 days when a new franchise is started. This intensive instruction teaches the new owners about the restoration, remediation, mitigation, and rebuilding processes, how to use standard equipment, the necessary paperwork that comes with all projects, and the multitude of other facets surrounding the work done by SERVPRO.
Working at your own pace helps many people engage in ongoing learning, and SERVPRO understands this and uses it to keep our staff members aware of standard procedures and new developments. Once a technician completes a module, a knowledge test is taken, providing immediate feedback to allow for review and reflection.
Staying on top of what matters most to our customers makes SERVPRO of Monterey Park a responsive, professional company that you can rely on to handle all your restoration needs. Call us at (626) 656-6577, 24/7, 365 days a year.
Follow Us On Our Social Media Sites!
7/19/2022 (Permalink)
Stay in touch with us!
Do you already follow us on one of our social media pages? If you haven't already, come find us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram! We provide great content by giving everyday helpful tips, showcasing our work and just keeping it fun overall. Some of our posts include the science of identifying and eliminating odors which can be tricky, but as professionals in deodorization, we can take care of it.
Some other examples of what we post are many Emergency Preparedness Tips and Before-and-After photos. We also like to share the jobs we’ve done in the past in cities such as Monterey Park, Rosemead, Alhambra, Temple City, El Monte, Montebello, Whittier, Pasadena, Sherman Oaks, Glendale, Santa Monica, Los Angeles -- but mostly all over the San Gabriel Valley.
What would you like to see us share on our pages? Let us know! We would love to hear from you.
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When You Have Damage In Your Home -- Trust The Professionals
5/7/2022 (Permalink)
The professionals of SERVPRO of Monterey Park are here 24/7 to help you recover from any emergency!
The professionals at SERVPRO work quickly and diligently to restore your home.
Unexpected damage to your home is something that requires immediate attention. The professional team at SERVPRO of Monterey Park understands the urgency that you feel and will work quickly to restore your home in a variety of situations. SERVPRO crews are trained to handle water, fire, mold, and storm damage. A small plumbing leak can turn into a costly mess for a homeowner if it is not dealt with quickly and efficiently.
SERVPRO professionals undergo extensive training to ensure they are properly equipped when they enter your home. This training includes certification as Applied Microbial Remediation Technicians, which means they know and understand best practices for remediating mold as taught by The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration. They must also undergo strict training through SERVPRO to ensure each team member is well versed in the science of restoration as well as operation of our state of the art equipment.
Mold remediation is needed for a variety of reasons; common issues that lead to mold include leaks or poor ventilation. It is vital to engage a professional restoration services company for the removal of mold as well as neutralizing the favorable conditions conducive to growth. It is important to understand that it is impossible to remove 100% of mold spores as they exist naturally both inside and outside. The spores do not germinate unless optimum conditions exist. Once that happens you will often notice a musty odor in your home and the colonies spread quickly.
When water causes issues in your home time is of the essence. The longer the water and excessive moisture remains in your home the more damage it can cause and the more complicated it is to remove. The water becomes more contaminated after just 48 hours even clean water requires handling as a category three biohazard. Carpet, walls, and other flooring that was damaged by the water will be assessed. Our SERVPRO technicians work to restore as much as possible in an effort to save homeowners the cost of replacement whenever possible.
Fire damage is both physical and airborne. Fire odors linger after the cleanup of the property if not properly treated. SERVPRO uses a combination of methods to get rid of unpleasant scents left in the aftermath of a fire. Removing debris and charred building materials is important, SERVPRO professionals will also look for belongings that have restoration potential. We work closely with homeowners and insurance adjusters to make sure we stay within a budget during fire cleanup and mitigation.
SERVPRO of Monterey Park is always ready to help; you can call us 24/7 at (626) 656-6577. Our professional staff is always ready to respond no matter what the emergency.
Why Seek Professional Restoration Help?
5/2/2022 (Permalink)
Call our Monterey Park Professionals Today @ 626-656-6577
Always seek professional help in the face of water damage.
When there is water damage in your property, there is only one thing that you should do. You should always seek to get professional help. There are two advantages to getting professional help when it comes to having water damage to your property. One is that water damage companies have the proper equipment and they employ the best professionals to do the job. With a water damage restoration professional, your home will be in good hands since you have SERVPRO professionals working with you to combat the water problem.
At the first sign of water damage call SERVPRO of Monterey Park to deal with your issues. We will work on your residential or commercial property immediately. When it comes to water damage, your action must be quick in order to prevent further damage to your property and health.
We Have Sufficient Equipment Here At SERVPRO of Monterey Park!
4/13/2022 (Permalink)
Stocked with all the top tier equipment!
- Equipment is one of the essential parts of any business. Our franchise is equipped for various types of water mitigation equipment.
Detection Equipment:
- Moisture Sensors: Used to detect moisture in carpets, baseboards, and walls.
- Moisture Meters: Used to detect the actual moisture content of various materials.
- Thermohydrometers: measures both temperature and relative humidity. After getting these two readings, we can calculate specific humidity, dew point, and vapor pressure.
Extraction Equipment:
- Extractors- used in cleaning carpets and upholstery and in removing water from floors following water damage. Extractors can be truck-mounted or portable.
Air Moving Equipment:
- Air Movers- used in water damage restoration to enhance evaporation at the surface level, reducing drying time. This moisture is eliminated using the dehumidification equipment.
Dehumidification Equipment:
- Dehumidifiers- By extracting water vapor from the air, dehumidifiers lower the humidity. They pull the moist, humid air in and discharge dry, warm atmosphere. The dry air acts like a sponge, absorbing moisture from wet materials.
Should I File A Claim?
4/12/2022 (Permalink)
Unsure? Have questions? Call us anytime (626) 656-6577
When you've had water or fire damage in your property one of the questions to ask is should I file a claim.
A claim whether how big or small will sit on your record so it is important for a company like SERVPRO of Monterey Park to perform a FREE damage assessment for your property to determine the scope of work.
Once that claim is filed there is no turning back and that is why it is important to have a SERVPRO expert inspect the property for FREE to provide you the best guidance about your damages.
SERVPRO will perform a moisture mapping of the property to determine the extent of the damages or a fire damage inspection report to determine which areas of the property are affected.
SERVPRO is also an insurance preferred vendor by major insurance companies like State Farm, Farmer's Insurance, AAA of Southern California, Mercury Insurance, Nationwide Insurance, Travelers Insurance, The Hartford, CHUBB and many more.
Once the next steps are determined, SERVPRO will do all the heavy lifting for you to help restore your property "Like it never even happened." We are a full service restoration company that does mitigation, remediation, abatement, pack out and construction for all your restoration needs. We're available 24/7, so just give us a call and someone will be there to assist you.
For a FREE Damage assessment please call SERVPRO of Monterey Park at (626) 656-6577.
Who Can Help With Your Home Restoration? SERVPRO of Monterey Park!
4/11/2022 (Permalink)
We're here to help restore your property back to brand new!
With so many options in our society -- who is the best, most trusted, and will stand by their work on your home restoration after an unfortunate event causing significant damages...
SERVPRO of Monterey Park is dedicated to always standing above the competition and constantly working with due diligence to maintain the highest standards when providing home or business restoration services. We encourage you to see our local reviews of our customers. Often, the advice from others is what solidifies who you will trust when it comes to repairing your most valuable asset.
We also pride ourselves on offering a wide array of services by trained professionals, so when SERVPRO of Monterey Park shows up at your home or business, you can trust us to handle the job quickly and efficiently.
We encourage you to look into any company that you are going to hire to make repairs in your home. SERVPRO of Monterey Park offers several remediation services including:
No one wants to deal with repairs at their home or business. At SERVPRO of Monterey Park - we understand and go to great lengths to work with your schedule. We make sure that our staff is properly trained and your restoration needs are handled with care at the highest standards.
If you have any home or business restoration needs call SERVPRO of Monterey Park to set up an evaluation and bring your property back to life (626) 656-6577.
The Phoenix GuardianR Pro HEPA Air Scrubber
4/6/2022 (Permalink)
We've got all the right tools and equipment!
The Phoenix GuardianR Pro HEPA Air Scrubber is a compact, portable true HEPA air filtration device. It is a portable filtration system that removes particles, gases, and/or chemicals from the air within a given area. Whether set-up as an air scrubber or negative air machine, the Phoenix GuardianR Pro HEPA Air Scrubber design has been independently tested to verify true HEPA performance of not just the filter but of the entire device while delivering over 500 CFM of filtered airflow. The two-stage filter design removes virtually all hazardous particles from the air and the optional carbon/potassium permanganate filter can be used to absorb a wide range of odors and gases.
When used in a job site, this air scrubber removes smoke, fumes, mold, dust from the environment and provide clean air.
You can count on SERVPRO of Monterey Park. We utilize top notch, high quality equipment to get the job done right.
SERVPRO takes care of your valuables
12/9/2021 (Permalink)
Our packout service lets you know which of your items are restorable.
When we deal with damages we not only deal with structural damage to your residential or commercial property but we also do our best to restore or dispose of valuables beyond repair. Whenever SERVPRO deals with water, mold, or fire damage in a residential or commercial property we do an assessment of which materials or valuables are salvageable and which are disposed of or replaced. We do a pack-out which is a step in our process in which we relocate these materials out of the damaged areas. A pack-out usually filters out which of your belongings are salvageable and we will do our best to restore them to their original state. We use our software to provide an organized inventory of your belongings along with a photo gallery for your insurance to review
Our restoration process consists of a wide variety of processes depending on the type of damage and material. SERVPRO prioritizes restoration over replacement and this way you get to keep your irreplaceable valuables while minimizing your out of pocket costs.
For content restoration processes we offer the following:
- Dry Cleaning
- Wet Cleaning
- Spray and Wipe
- Foam Cleaning
- Abrasive Cleaning
- Immersion Cleaning
We also offer odor removal/deodorization and sanitization services for your damaged belongings.
At SERVPRO, we're here to help and we take care of everything in the restoration process of your property. Call your SERVPRO experts of Monterey Park if you need help restoring your belongings.
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