Recent Water Damage Posts

Handling the Inconvenience Water Damage Presents in Glendale Homes

5/12/2023 (Permalink)

Let SERVPRO fix it, Don’t stress it.

SERVPRO Assists Glendale Homeowners in Need of Water Restoration

Water damage occurs unexpectedly, causing great inconvenience. Among these inconveniences are the costs which build up from cleanup, restoration, and item or material replacement. However, you can conveniently manage restoration at your Glendale property by involving a professional team.

The average cost of water damage in Glendale can be as low as $1 to as high as $15 per square foot, depending on factors such as the dissolved contaminants levels or the amount of water involved. Therefore, a burst water pipe is likely several times cheaper to resolve, unlike a situation involving flooding, which drives groundwater into your home. The period materials remain submerged also impacts costs, so your intervention measures determine how conveniently you can resolve an incident.

Actions That Limit Restoration Inconveniences

  • Improving extraction speed 
  • Packing out contents 
  • Creating drying chambers

Letting water sit on your property for days or weeks allows rot, warping, mold, and other long-term changes to develop in materials. Addressing these issues requires teardown to remove and replace the affected materials. When SERVPRO teams use powerful extractors, we can complete the extraction the same day you notify us and embark on other procedures, such as drying and decontamination, thus saving you unnecessary costs.

Managing Contents in a Water-Damaged House

The intruding water may affect items such as furniture and appliances, or the items may stand in your way as you attempt to extract and clean the property. Even when damages do not occur from exposure, they can happen as you manipulate the items out of the way. Our SERVPRO crews can save you the hassle through a pack-out. We have essential resources such as dollies, lifting straps, and portable storage units. We can also move them to one section of the house, especially if it is sectioned off with a vapor barrier, such as a drying chamber.

Benefits Of A Drying Chamber

  • It limits moisture from spreading
  • It’s easier to pull out moisture with a dehumidifier from the chamber
  • It controls the drying rate 


SERVPRO of Eagle Rock / South Glendale delivers convenient services when your property sustains water damage making it “Like it never even happened.” Call us at (323) 255-1000.

How Can Eagle Rock Homeowners Prevent Water Damage from Impacting Their Property?

4/13/2023 (Permalink)

SERVPRO restores homes in Eagle Rock to preloss condition with advanced equipment, "Like it never even happened."

SERVPRO Water Removal Services Mitigate Eagle Rock Residential Disasters

Whether cracked pipes or excess pressure are the culprits, dealing with plumbing leaks can be tricky without the right tools and equipment. Fortunately, homeowners can watch for signs that allow them to catch the damage early and minimize water damage repair and replacement costs.

Certified SERVPRO restoration technicians specialize in water removal services in Eagle Rock, including leaky and burst pipes, for many disaster situations. Water cleanup services can lessen damages and minimize the risk of other problems, like mold contamination, impacting a home’s structural integrity, contents, or indoor air quality.

Tracing Plumbing Leak Water Damage

While SERVPRO IICRC-trained water damage restoration technicians are ready to deal with plumbing leaks 24/7, there are steps homeowners can take to expedite the water mitigation process while lessening the impact of a potential leak. SERVPRO can then assess the leak’s extent with calibrated sensors and meters and establish a drying plan unique to the affected structure.

To confirm that the water source is a plumbing leak:

  • Examine appliances for water exposure or check walls, ceilings, and floors for these signs
  • If a visual inspection does not reveal the leak’s location, shut off all appliances and faucets and log the reading on your water meter
  • Consider taking a photo or marking the needle location with a piece of tape
  • Leave water fixtures off for eight hours or overnight, then reread the meter before turning fixtures back on
  • A plumbing leak is likely if the needle on the water meter has moved from its prior location

Kitchens and bathrooms are among the most common areas for plumbing-related damages to occur. During an inspection in these areas of the home, homeowners should examine faucet pipe joints and sink P-traps for signs of moisture. Rusty valves and supply line fittings can indicate an appliance leak, regardless of whether the source is a dishwasher, refrigerator, or toilet. Cabinetry may also exhibit visible water stains, warped materials, or a damp odor.

How SERVPRO Water Damage Restoration Saves Structures and Appliances

SERVPRO water mitigation covers everything from initial inspection to repair and renovation services after a plumbing leak. Water cleanup typically entails careful sanitation and drying after extracting moisture with specialized units. Extractors typically only need one of their three built-in systems to perform water cleanup unless fibers, carpet, or upholstery are involved.

Structural drying with air movers and dehumidification units works by pulling moisture out of surfaces and into the air for dehumidifiers to collect. Refrigerant coils or desiccants, like silica gel, collect water from the air and store it for removal while expelling warm, dry air. Sanitation for water damage restoration can be applied with various EPA-registered antimicrobial solutions, including proprietary SERVPRO cleaners tailored to address multiple aspects of water damage.

Property owners can call (323) 255-1000 for water cleanup services from SERVPRO of Eagle Rock / South Glendale, making it “Like it never even happened.”

Fast Water Mitigation can Rescue Your Watery Eagle Rock Residence

12/18/2022 (Permalink)

Dealing with water damage after an event can be challenging. Partner with SERVPRO during this time for effective services. Our team is standing by.

Our Expert Water Mitigation Team is Always Ready

SERVPRO has extensive experience in water mitigation. We know that every second increases the amount of restoration work needed later. We respond as rapidly as possible to keep the costs related to recovering after a disaster in Eagle Rock low and reasonable.

Water mitigation of your Eagle Rock dwelling keeps costs manageable through proven reliable methods. We approach mitigation from different angles to ensure that we prepare your property for the next step, the removal of destroyed materials and their subsequent replacement. 

Another part of keeping costs low involves repairing materials instead of replacing them. Some materials are much more cost effective to repair, allowing us to avoid the expense required to purchase replacements. Some of these everyday household items include:

  • Hardwood furniture,
  • Soft toys, including plushies, and
  • Clothing and blankets.

Success with keeping the option to repair over replace often requires us to remove such items from the home’s interior. Once outside, they can remain dry or dry more quickly if damp.

We can also set up cleaning stations where we can apply antimicrobials, reducing the risk of secondary water damage like mildew or mold from discoloring surfaces. While made from synthetic compounds, the surface of many plastics still often harbors organic substances, providing nutrients to the microbes, which allows them to grow. Colonies on such surfaces can cause plastic degradation in addition to staining.

Other materials that we can often save from destruction with prompt and rapid water mitigation services include flooring. One of the components in any house to receive the worst of a water-related disaster is carpets, and wood flooring can withstand clean water for short periods. By extracting the water and drying it until the flooring reaches optimal moisture levels, many times, we can restore the flooring and save the customer from making a significant expenditure.

Call us, SERVPRO of Eagle Rock / South Glendale, at (323) 255-1000 so we can provide you with the water mitigation services your property needs.

A Burst Pipe Inside of Your Glendale Crawl Space May Leave You in Need of Water Removal Services

5/16/2022 (Permalink)

Excess water in your crawl space can quickly affect the structure of your home. Call SERVPRO right away to investigate and remediate the water damage.

SERVPRO Technicians Quickly Dry Out Your Property to Help Prevent Any Secondary Damages

When a pipe that runs through your crawl space bursts and creates a need for professional water removal services, the situation can be challenging. Crawl Spaces are small and can be difficult to maneuver inside of, which can make it hard to remove the still water from within it. However, settling to try and take the water out yourself with an everyday wet/dry vacuum might not be very practical, and the equipment to dry the space thoroughly is very pricey. Hiring professional services can save you money on this cost and makes sure that the job is thoroughly done.
 
Removing the water from your Glendale crawl space may not be easy, but it is essential to get it out of your home. Leaving the water for prolonged amounts of time can cause the potential for mold growth to rise. If the floor of your crawl space is a dirt floor, the mixture can cause mud to form, making it even harder to operate inside. Excessive water can rust any metal that is inside of the space, especially around the piping. To avoid complications caused by the initial problem it is best to get the water out as soon as possible.
 
SERVPRO can arrive at your home to begin the removal very soon after your initial call. Our team of IICRC-certified techs can investigate the damage and devise the best plan for the unique size and placement of your crawl space. SERVPRO uses advanced equipment like extractors and portable pumps to remove the water. If there is a low enough spot in your crawl space, we can even use a submersible pump to drain water from the area. Our goal is to get the water out as quickly as possible, and these tools allow us to do so.
 
Do not hesitate if a burst pipe leaves any part of your home flooded with water that needs removal. Dial SERVPRO of Eagle Rock and South Glendale at (323) 255-1000. We strive to arrive quickly to get the work started.

Does It Matter Which Water Damage Disaster Company I Hire for Cleanup in Glendale?

4/12/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO has the experienced technicians with the equipment and expertise your home needs after a water catastrophe. Give us a call right away.

A Rock-Solid Foundation in Rebuilding and Construction Plus Industry Best Practices Training in Disaster Mitigation and Remediation Place SERVPRO’s Glendale Water Cleanup Team in the Lead.

Water damage in your Glendale home can span a range of circumstances, from a minor inconvenience to a catastrophe. You need to retain a restoration company that scales its response to the specifics of your scenario. A one-size-fits-all approach rarely works efficiently, with the risk of overdoing an uncomplicated cleanup or failing to discover all aspects of the damage in a complex situation. It is a bonus to find a company that can take the cleanup from the initial call for help through any rebuilding or repairs needed. 

Why Should I Hire Professional Help for Water Cleanup?

Water cleanup operations in Glendale can sound like a simple matter of mopping or running a wet vac until you understand the unrelenting tendency of water to invade a structure any way it can. When our technicians pursue their basic training with the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC), one of the first “truths” about water damage learned is that wet goes dry. This principle helps explain why the spill or spray from a burst pipe can seemingly disappear. You cannot count on any residual water left after a quick mop-up to evaporate swiftly. Instead, it is likely to find cracks or crevices to flow through, seeking dry porous material to soak into and cause severe damage. Finding and extracting, and drying out that hidden moisture is crucial to resolving a water cleanup project. The skills and equipment needed for this detection work and subsequent resolution are what professionals bring to the equation.

What Are the First Phases of Water Cleanup as Completed by Professionals?

  • Conversation and Safety Assessment
  • Expect the project manager from SERVPRO to listen carefully to your account of the events leading up to the water loss. No one knows the unique configurations of a house better than the owner, so we leverage any information you can share. Then we evaluate the potential for safety hazards such as:
    • Slip, trip, and fall potential
    • Electric shock or electrocution possibility
    • Structural cavities holding water, including overhead or between walls that threaten collapse
    • Confined spaces with limited exits and low hanging or narrow configurations 
    • Contamination of water by dirt, chemicals, or infectious waste
    • Hazards identified are then controlled so that Water Damage Restoration Technicians (WRT) can work safely and shield your family from harm.
    • Electricity temporarily shut down.
    • Weakened or water-filled structures have supports installed and carefully located weep holes or flood cuts performed by our construction division to release trapped water as safely as practicable. 
    • Work in confined spaces is only done by a team or using pumps or extensions to limit the chance of harm while still completing the needed tasks.
    • Technicians wear personal protective equipment (PPE) to work with contaminated fluids containing dirty water for lawful disposal.
    •  Testing with Sensitive Devices

Following the migration of water into porous materials and cavities requires the use of moisture detectors, meters, and occasionally infrared cameras. These tools help our trained technicians to define the outline of the water incursion. They also provide data about the level of the water absorption into building materials, giving our Applied Structural Drying (ASD) team baseline readings for drying goals. 

What Can I Expect During the Water Extraction and Drying Processes?

  • Extraction Services 

Water deeper than two inches is evacuated via submersible pumps, usually disposed of into a treated sewer line. We suction residual liquid water with truck-mounted or portable extractors. Aggressive extraction is crucial to facilitating prompt and thorough structural drying.

  • Applied Structural Drying
  • Data gathered earlier helps determine drying goals. Technicians position the following equipment to sweep water-saturated air from wet surfaces and capture the vapor for disposal:
    • Air movers
    • Heaters (if needed to raise temperature to speed evaporation)
    • Dehumidifiers

What if Building Materials Need Repair or More After Drying Completes?

Our construction helped with skillful partial and controlled demolition during safety assessments and controls. Returning to your home to repair and build back damaged or removed structures is an essential part of our full-service approach to water cleanup.

The dedicated team at SERVPRO of Eagle Rock / South Glendale is well-prepared to meet your water cleanup needs, no matter how straightforward or complex. Give us a call at (323) 255-1000 to explore the services we offer and how we can help.

Contractor Licenses:

General: 999460

CSLB: 999460

Residential: 999460

Commercial: 999460

Mold Remediation: CMRC-82464

Plumbing Problems Can Cause Water Damage In Glendale

2/10/2022 (Permalink)

Call our certified SERVPRO technicians right away to assess the situation.

SERVPRO Professionally Restores Your Water Damaged Property

If your dishwasher or garbage disposal springs a leak, you can be looking at water damage within cabinets and across your flooring in addition to compromised plumbing. Areas below your kitchen or wet bar can also sustain soaked walls and ceilings. SERVPRO can stop the leak and begin the recovery effort within hours of contacting us any time of the day or night. When you place your plumbing leak problem in our hands, we act fast, assessing the situation and making a plan that can have you back in the kitchen enjoying good times with friends and family, rather than mopping and dealing with unpleasant odors.

Dirty dishwater or food debris can swiftly change clean water to a contaminated condition. Our fast response can often contain water damage in Glendale to a moisture problem only, which is a straightforward issue we can resolve quickly. If the affected areas are saturated with gray water, full of decaying food, microbial growth can begin within a very short time. Our technicians are trained to follow the water trail, evaluating where the plumbing leak may have migrated so that you are not surprised by additional damage after the obvious problem seems to have been solved. Once we have completed our detective work, we devise a plan that repairs, cleans, and dries out all affected areas, ready for the final touches that bring your house back to its preloss condition.

Water Damage Restoration Training

We extract any standing water and then use proper techniques to clean and dry out cabinetry, essential to curb any mold or mildew growth. Our SERVPRO staff is trained to remove moisture without harming hardwood or laminated under sink cupboards. The tile, wood, or laminate flooring in your kitchen also needs attention, inspected carefully for a leakage into the subfloor or ceiling below. Airflow and gentle application of heat as the humidity reduces can dry out flooring and the structures underneath with as little residual damage as possible. Effectively completing these steps is dependent upon the IICRC (Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification), training that each of our technicians completes before entering your home. Reversing the effects of water damage is not a do-it-yourself proposition, and we are ready to lend our expertise to make sure it is done correctly.

When your kitchen appliances fail, SERVPRO of Eagle Rock / South Glendale is the first call you should make. Our locally based water damage restoration team is available for appointments 24/7 at (323) 255-1000.

Why Seek Professional Water Restoration Services in Eagle Rock?

2/10/2022 (Permalink)

For fast and efficient service call SERVPRO of Eagle Rock / South Glendale at (323) 255-1000.

For Effective Water Mitigation Services in Eagle Rock Homes, SERVPRO can help.

When your beloved home has been damaged by water, you may find it difficult to identify where the problem has emanated. Also, you may not understand the areas that need replacement and extra work. When exposed to water for a long period, the condition of your Eagle Rock home worsens and may create a hazardous environment.

Identifying all potential hazards during water restoration in Eagle Rock properties before commencing the cleanup is important. SERVPRO technicians are trained in safety procedures while undertaking a restoration process and use appropriate personal protective equipment according to the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA.)

Common Hazards Found in a Water-Damaged Property

  • Structural hazards
  • Biological hazards
  • Electrical hazards

Mold and other microorganisms thrive when water damages a property, making the environment unsanitary. SERVPRO technicians handle mold expertly by containing specific areas, removing contaminated materials, and carefully cleaning the remaining ones. We use special chemicals to kill microbes and ensure the property is dry by restoring the humidity to its normal state. The crew uses different drying techniques depending on the severity of the situation.



Drying Equipment Used During the Water Restoration

  • Dehumidifiers
  • Air movers
  • Structural cavity drying equipment     

The Importance of Using Advanced Drying Equipment

SERVPRO technicians use air movers to dry a structure by improving air circulation. This way, we can effectively remove wetness from porous materials such as carpets and wood. Dehumidifiers are also useful during water restoration as they rapidly and efficiently extract moisture from the air, drying structural materials, thus curbing harmful mold growth. The drying time is reduced, and the homeowner can deal with minimal interruption.

Eliminating excess moisture fast is paramount. SERVPRO has a team of dedicated experts ready to assess the damaged area, remove the water, and remove moisture using advanced drying equipment "Like it never even happened."

SERVPRO of Eagle Rock / South Glendale offers skilled people to help with water restoration. You can contact us at (323) 255-1000.

The Importance of Hiring Water Restoration Companies in Glendale

1/12/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Eagle Rock / South Glendale is ready to restore your water damaged property.

Water Repair Companies in Glendale Like SERVPRO Provide Effective Services 

Water intrusion incidents in homes commonly arise from burst water pipes and appliance malfunctions. It is critical to treat water damage with a great deal of attention. You can seek SERVPRO’s help to handle the water damage in your home.

As one of the major water restoration companies in Glendale, our water restoration technicians (WRT) can devise a repair plan based on the magnitude of the destruction. Our SERVPRO team can take your situation into account and make the water repair process less stressful from the beginning to the end. Our water repair services involve:

  • Content inventory
  • Infrared imaging to detect water and moisture
  • Water extraction
  • Drying

Content inventory

This procedure involves evaluating the contents that have sustained water damage. Our SERVPRO team separates the salvageable items from the unsalvageable ones.

Infrared imaging

Our technicians can use infrared cameras to inspect and monitor the moisture in affected building materials. These tools enable us to quickly evaluate the extent of humidity in a home when beginning the water restoration project. When we complete the project, these devices offer perfect documentation that the drying process was successful.

Water extraction 

We can use portable extractors to remove standing water from your residence. We can also attach stationary tools to extractors to remove water from the carpet and pad using the weight of the water damage technician standing on the device. Restorers connect a vacuum system to the device, and it pulls water through several tiny holes at the unit’s base.

Drying 

Our SERVPRO team can use indirect-fired furnaces to supply heat to the water-damaged areas. These devices are larger than electric heaters, and restorers place them outside a structure to dry affected materials. Diesel fuel creates the heat, and we duct the hot air into the building through a door or window. These units are useful for drying wet subfloors over crawl spaces and crawlspaces.

SERVPRO of Eagle Rock / South Glendale is committed to customer satisfaction when handling water damage. Call us any time at (323) 255-1000.

How Can Glendale Properties Avoid Damage after Water Intrusion

12/10/2021 (Permalink)

Our emergency technicians are available 24/7 to help.

Hiring a Professional Water Damage Restoration Service Can Mitigate Damages. 

What does water restoration cover?

When water intrudes into your Glendale property, it can make the structure, structural components, and contents unsanitary. A lot of water loss recovery is achievable through targeted cleaning. Typical areas to focus the cleaning effort are walls, subfloors, and other restorable materials. SERVPRO technicians are trained to recognize and implement effective cleaning strategies for various materials commonly found in a household. We use professional products and advanced cleaning equipment to return your home to a good, sanitary condition following a water intrusion event. Our focus is on providing a speedy resolution to your water emergency.

Are carpets badly affected by water intrusions?

When performing water damage restoration in your Glendale home, our technicians' primary focus is to return the property to a sanitary state. Even a small amount of water on a carpet may require cleaning the entire component. Tiny micro-organisms can spread undetected, which is why we offer a comprehensive cleaning strategy to combat potential secondary damages from mold, bacteria, or viruses. Cleaning and deodorizing a carpet can vary in both methodology and products depending on the types of damage and fiber in the carpet construction. Where possible, SERVPRO technicians clean carpets in line with manufacturer instructions to minimize the potential for further damages. If manufacturer guidelines are not available, we can use our extensive materials and fiber knowledge to put an appropriate strategy using sensitive cleaning products to avoid causing harm.

How do carpet water damages differ?

  • Inspect the carpet to determine whether dirt or soils are on the tips of fibers or pushed down to the roots as this can influence cleaning strategy
  • Check whether fibers have become matted, resulting from foot traffic over the affected area. Carpets are up to 50% weaker when wet.
  • Touch the carpet fibers to see whether they are sticky or stiff, as they can influence a cleaning approach's aggressiveness.

What types of cleaning are useful for carpets?

There is a range of cleaning methodologies and strategies for restoration. We stock our vans with a full range of carpet cleaning products, as this can often be an area of damage where the most soiling occurs due to water intrusion. We may bring typical products to a job site, such as carpet shampoos, preconditioners, and rinsing agents. Our equipment can vary from standard hot water extractors that use vacuums and heating elements to rotary machines and, in some cases, rotary jet extractors. This equipment can help return a carpet to its pre-damage condition without sourcing a replacement. 

What types of cleaning are used for water intrusion?

  • Light soiling may require a hot water extraction followed by shampooing and bonnet cleaning.
  • Medium levels of soiling may require implementing a deluxe preconditioning and rinsing agent on top of extraction and shampoo.
  • Heavy soiling with long-term exposure requires both of the above and a rotary jet extractor and showcase cleaning strategy.

Do water restoration technicians fix contents?

Content cleaning is a vital part of our services. There may be apparent materials that need to be cleaned, such as direct liquid exposure from the water intrusion event. However, it is crucial to evaluate contents within the structure at large. Certain items, like wood furnishes, can become soiled due to the high humidity in the property. We can clean or polish these materials and identify other clothes, fabrics, photographs, and hangings. Usually, we can store these contents on-site or send some of them for wet and dry cleaning services. Clothes can often be machine washed and deodorized in large quantities to return them to a pre-damage condition. SERVPRO pays special attention to high-value items like pianos, artwork, or electronics to ensure losses are kept under control.

What do the content cleanings cover?

  • Furnishings in the home as well as upholstery and draperies that may be adversely affected by a water intrusion event
  • Individual items which include a wide variety from clothing to pottery and ornaments
  • We endeavor to return your contents to their original position in the home after performing cleaning services to make water intrusion, "Like it never even happened."

When water intrusion occurs, it can lead to unsanitary conditions. Water harms the structure, structural components, and contents of your home. To ensure a full recovery, you can contact SERVPRO of Eagle Rock / South Glendale at (323) 255-1000.