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What to Look for in a Professional Commercial Cleaning Service
5/15/2023 (Permalink)
A man professionally cleaning the inside of a large building
What to Look for in a Professional Commercial Cleaning Service
Brick-and-mortar stores, small commercial spaces, and large-scale office buildings can make a lasting poor impression on customers and potential clients if not cleaned regularly and thoroughly. Business owners want every aspect of their companies to shine, so finding the right cleaning service for the job is essential. Look no further than SERVPRO of Wilson County.
Commercial cleaning services go beyond basic janitorial tasks to offer a range of support services to maintain a clean and healthy working environment. And should more extensive cleaning issues surface, it helps to have an established relationship with a cleaning company that also offers commercial restoration services. Hopefully, you will never need commercial fire damage restoration or commercial construction services, but should the need arise, you will already have a solid business relationship with a cleaning service with many years of experience and a stellar reputation. Let’s consider what you can expect from commercial cleaners.
What Commercial Cleaning Services Do
In short, these services are different from janitorial services, though some tasks will obviously overlap. Commercial cleaning services are generally for regular cleaning in all commercial and public spaces like schools, large and small office buildings, and retail establishments. In contrast, more specific industrial cleaning is localized at large factories and with their massive equipment as well as focusing on heavy soiling as with grease or chemicals. An industrial cleaning company uses pressure washers and powerful chemicals like acetone and hydrochloric acid solutions to help scrub and foam away tough residues. General cleaning services offer more familiar tasks every business needs to make their spaces clean and inviting.
Let’s look at some standard cleaning services you should expect to receive:
- Carpeting, rugs, and other floor coverings
- Upholstery on chairs, sofas, and other furniture
- Ceilings, walls, and flooring, including hardwood, tile, concrete, and stone
- Curtains, drapes, blinds, and ceiling fans
- Light fixtures and chandeliers
- Air ducts and HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems
- Odor removal and deodorizing
Other services may not be standard, but they can be valuable to include, like pressure washing sidewalks, patios, and courtyards. Consider the services your business might regularly use to maintain an impeccable appearance and professional standards. Additionally, comprehensive commercial cleaning services offer various disaster recovery and restoration services to get your business up and running after a major damage event. And something to consider that directly affects the health of staff, workers, and visitors is enlisting commercial mold remediation services as well to ensure that all occupants live or work in a safe, hygienic environment.
Some firms offer commercial specialty cleaning services for unusual issues such as graffiti, vandalism, crime scenes, and biohazards.
Those services may be rarely needed, but often the same companies that restore businesses after a fire or a flood will do these niche services as well.
How to Choose the Right Cleaning Service
Look for a commercial cleaning service that goes beyond the usual janitorial needs by providing specialized services. Selecting a commercial cleaner is like choosing any potential vendor. You want a trustworthy, experienced company with the proper training to handle your business needs. A few questions to consider asking may include the following:
- Do they have references? A top-rated commercial cleaning service should be able to provide numerous excellent references.
- Do they have good reviews? Check multiple review sites and inquire with the Better Business Bureau about their reputation.
- Do they have experience doing jobs in industries or with companies like mine?
- Do they have 24/7 availability and a rapid response time?
- Do they have liability insurance? How much?
- Are they trained in applicable standards like OSHA, RIA, and IIRC?
- What is their cleaning process?
- What products do they use?
- What emergency services, if any, do they offer?
When Disaster Strikes Your Business
Some business owners may consider commercial cleaning and disaster recovery two distinct functions. Fortunately, some companies provide exceptional and comprehensive services running the gamut for all scenarios, including general cleaning, water and fire damage, and commercial mold remediation. Enlisting the services of this type of commercial cleaning and restoration services can eliminate the stresses associated with such needs.
Look for commercial cleaning services that specifically offer disaster recovery and 24/7 emergency services. Those services ensure your business won't be needlessly disrupted after an unexpected disaster. The same screening questions above apply here as well to screen your options. You want a company that has experience with handling disasters and providing renovation and reconstruction services.
Choose a Cleaning Service and a Disaster Recovery Service
Evaluate commercial cleaners in the same way you evaluate other service providers. This process has to be customized to consider commercial cleaning and disaster recovery, emergency restoration services, and 24/7 response. If you need professional and experienced commercial cleaning services for your business, call the pros at SERVPRO at 615-449-5000.
The Power of Mother Nature in the Spring: Who to Call for Storm and Tornado Clean Up
5/8/2023 (Permalink)
A tree fell on a car caused by a storm
The Power of Mother Nature in the Spring: Who to Call for Storm and Tornado Clean Up
When the seasons change, the weather can turn on a dime, and this unpredictable weather can spawn violent spring storms. Spring tends to bring powerful thunderstorms, tornadoes, and flash floods. If a storm hits, whether it creates a tornado or produces lots of wind and rain, we all know that homes and commercial buildings can flood, roofs can be torn off shingle by shingle, and HVAC systems can be ruined. When storm damage happens, you want to respond quickly by calling storm damage restoration specialists. Structures with damage and standing water can be immediately affected; therefore, it makes sense to act quickly when Mother Nature directs her wrath on any building in her path. Call SERVPRO of Wilson County for your cleanup needs.
How Storm Damage Restoration Specialists Make Things Right
When a powerful storm or tornado damages your home or business, you must call storm damage restoration contractors immediately. The longer water stands inside a structure, the more problematic it becomes. Specialized technicians will go right to work evaluating your situation and preparing the restoration process. Details may vary, but repairs generally follow these steps:
- Expert assessment – The best approach to repairing storm or tornado damage, especially water damage, is evaluating the extent of the contamination.
- Efficient water removal – The removal process can be tricky because water easily finds its way into hidden spaces.
- Effective decontamination – Depending on the circumstances, you may need to address a couple of things. Mold and mildew can grow quickly when the conditions are right. Persistent dampness after a storm creates a conducive situation for this unhealthy growth.
- Safe debris removal – Shingles, glass, wood, and damaged vinyl siding are some of the materials that might need to be hauled away. Of course, if water permeates well into the structure, there will be waterlogged furniture and flooring to remove and wet drywall panels to tear out.
- Handle interior and exterior repair work – A storm damage restoration contractor can replace drywall, flooring, cabinets, roof, and any other areas requiring patching or replacing.
Understanding the complexity of dealing with extensive storm and flood damage makes it easy to see why storm damage restoration services are so necessary. That said, you can take steps to reduce the disruption that storms and floods cause at home or your business.
Preparing for Storms
Fortunately, there are many pieces of information and advice to access when trying to learn how to deal with tornado or storm damage. Preparation is key. If your area is vulnerable to flooding or tornadoes, have an emergency plan in place. Know where your insurance information is, along with other legal documents. You may need that information in the wake of a strong storm. After the storm hits, be prepared to clean up by having the phone number of a storm damage cleanup service on hand.
Severe Flooding Requires Professional Services
Tornado damage invariably introduces water into your home or business, leading to many problems. Wood warps and begins to rot. Fabrics, upholstery, carpets, and rugs disintegrate and can be a growth medium for mold, mildew, and bacteria. Water can quickly damage wood flooring and framing materials. Waterlogged drywall must be removed because it will fall apart and support mold growth. Additionally, there can be further contamination by hazardous chemicals in surging or stagnant water.
Those issues become more serious if a wide storm system causes serious flooding and knocks out the area’s electrical grid. While local authorities work to restore power, your waterlogged property waits. The longer waterlogged interiors sit, the more chance for permanent damage.
As water stays in the home, it seeps into places out of sight and is effectively unreachable without tearing up the interior. Storm damage restoration specialists will know how to reach those inaccessible spaces and dry them out, knock down mold growth, or remove material that cannot be saved.
Lastly, even if an excellent job of removing the water and drying the building’s interior is achieved, there is still the issue of possible contamination. This is a more significant risk after flood water enters your home or business because raw sewage can carry microbes and chemicals into your home or business. These issues are best handled by storm damage restoration contractors who know the challenges of dealing with water damage and how to keep things from worsening.
When Storm Damage Happens, Call in the Experts
When spring weather causes flooding and other storm damage, the cleanup must begin immediately. That is the only way to prevent further damage. If you have suffered storm damage at your home or business, call the storm damage restoration specialists at SERVPRO of Wilson County at 615-449-5000. We can respond to storm damage in Wilson County 24/7 and call on a disaster recovery team.
Cleaning the Unthinkable: Services for Biohazard, Trauma, and Crime Scene Events
5/2/2023 (Permalink)
Two crime scene cleanup crew members cleaning
Cleaning the Unthinkable: Services for Biohazard, Trauma, and Crime Scene Events
Unfortunately, violent crimes, fatal accidents, and deaths are unavoidable facts of life. Because most of these occurrences can materialize quickly, the traumatic event will leave behind numerous traces of hazardous contaminants that call for specialty cleaning services that know how to handle trauma and crime scene clean-up. Accidents that include injuries and death, whether at home or in a commercial building, require extensive cleaning and specialized expertise. If an illness stemming from a dangerous pathogen is involved, enlisting a company that specializes in biohazard clean-up is necessary. SERVPRO of Wilson County is here to help with just that.
More Information about Trauma and Crime Scene Clean-up
Depending on the nature of the event, technicians may have to clean up bodily fluids, dried blood, or tissue fragments. These scenarios may be unpleasant, but rapid cleaning is critical. Below are a few steps in the clean-up process if a violent crime or another event created biohazard materials.
- The police will investigate and collect evidence if a crime is suspected.
- The biohazard cleaning company will assess the situation to determine what type of cleaning the site needs and how extensive the job will be.
- The cleaning company will clean and sanitize. They also remove some building materials or floor coverings, depending on the availability and accessibility of the crime scene.
Professional clean-up services are valuable in the aftermath of a violent crime as they are places people associated with the event do not want to be. The unpleasantness of traumatic situations is compounded by the health risk many of these scenes pose. Those risks to the public also pose a more immediate danger to anyone who tries to clean up the area without proper equipment and training. The same rule holds for crime scenes that do not involve human evidence such as drug labs.
Cleaning up in the aftermath of other traumatic events has similar risks. After any catastrophic or fatal situation, cleaning up can be similarly unsettling. When someone dies at home of an infectious disease, whether COVID-19, HIV, hepatitis, or MRSA bacteria, clean-up poses a biohazard to both clean-up workers and anyone in the house. Bodily fluids and blood left behind after a pathogen-associated death may expose residents, workers, and clean-up technicians; therefore, specialty services are crucial to safety.
To be safe and avoid exposure, as well as address any psychological fallout of the traumatic event in question, hiring a biohazard cleaning company can alleviate many burdens. A cleaning company that specializes in cleaning up after violent crimes and disease-related events will have to be able to comply with relevant EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and OHSA (Occupational Health and Safety Administration) regulations.
About these Specialty Services
The common thread in all trauma and crime scene clean-ups is an effort to protect people in the home or business from exposure to hazardous chemicals or pathogens. Both tasks call for specialized equipment and training. The details of trauma and crime scene clean-up will naturally depend on the nature of the incident and the setting where it happened. But here are some general notes on how specialty cleaning services handle several types of events.
Fatal Fires and Accidents
If there was a fire, you will need smoke damage repair. The area will need deodorizing. Firefighting chemicals may need to be cleaned up as well. Of course, if the accident resulted in serious or fatal injuries, someone with the proper training and equipment might need to clean up blood and other fluids. Crimes that result in death or serious injury are another case where specialty cleaning services are valuable to spare victims from further trauma.
Crime Scenes
Clean-up professionals remove blood, bodily fluids, and any remaining tissue fragments. Depending on the situation, pepper spray or tear gas residue may require removal. Other vectors for pathogens may be left behind, like tissue papers, used bandages, and contaminated clothing fragments.
Violent crimes against human beings are not the only case where you would need expert trauma and crime scene clean-up. For example, meth labs contain toxic chemicals either in containers or not. Chemical residue in or on the equipment must be appropriately handled. Fentanyl and other drug residues can be hazardous to the untrained clean-up worker.
A criminal investigation may also leave behind chemical residues that need expert cleaning. Chemicals used to gather evidence or illuminate bodily fluids and fingerprints are prime examples. You do not want those residues left behind; they are not necessarily something the average person could clean up.
Biohazard
Many trauma and crime scene scenarios leave behind evidence that can cause serious diseases. After someone dies at home, regardless of the cause, extensive cleaning and disinfecting are necessary. A serious bacterial infection or a COVID-19 infection calls for expert disinfecting and cleaning to make that location safe again. Some professional cleaning firms now offer COVID cleaning services for that reason.
Leave the Clean-up to Local Experts
Trauma and crime scene clean-ups are jobs for highly-trained professionals. Cleaning up can be hazardous mentally and physically. Specialized biohazard cleaning to make homes and businesses safe again is a service that we do not want to encounter. Still, reality dictates that any of us may face dangerous scenarios. Call on a biohazard cleaning company to make things right again. When death, major injury, or contagious disease strike, call on trauma and crime scene restoration specialists at SERVPRO of Wilson County at 615-449-5000.
Why you should use SERVPRO of Wilson County after a storm
7/5/2022 (Permalink)
What is the best preparation before and after a storm? Call SERVPRO of Wilson County!
Spring is a wonderful time of year. Unfortunately, Spring can also come with rain, hail, high winds, tornadoes and whatever else Mother Nature has in store. Preparing before a severe storm hits is essential to potentially reducing storm damage to your home. Learn what the best way that you can prepare for an upcoming storm and what to do after a severe storm hits your neighborhood.
Pre-Storm Prep
Often, by the time we are aware of an approaching storm, we have no time to prepare for it! Luckily, you can take many of the same precautions for storms as you would for other natural disasters which includes doing the following:
- Keep an emergency kit on hand
- Have a plan for where to seek shelter
- Practice your emergency or evacuation plan at least once a year
When the Storm Arrives on Your Doorstep
If you are on alert for an impending storm, here are some additional ways to prepare yourself and your home:
- Secure or store outdoor furniture to stop it from being carried away by the wind
- Ensure that everyone in your family knows how to shut off gas, water, and electricity in the case of a very severe storm
- Ensure that loose branches from trees and bushes around your home are removed
- Make sure your emergency kit is easily accessible and that your communication plan is ready to be activated
Post-Storm Assessment
Depending on the severity of the storm, you may need to check your home for potential damage – be careful of broken glass, exposed power lines, or other hazards as you do so. If you smell burning or gas, shut off the power or gas valve in your home, and get outside quickly before calling emergency services and your gas company.
Who to Turn to Once the Storm Leaves Town
Knowing how to prepare your home and family before, during, and after a storm can help you stay safe and recover as quickly as possible following any severe weather. If you’ve incurred storm-related damage on your Nashville, TN property then it’s imperative that you call SERVPRO Wilson County at (615) 449-5000 for a fast and effective assessment to help you get your property back to its pre-storm state.
Top 10 Residential Fires
7/5/2022 (Permalink)
Keep an eye out for what you have plugged in or left on in your home.
Top 10 Residential Fire Hazards in Wilson County
- Electrical Outlet Issues
Electrical outlets are the most common cause of house fires in the United States. We use more electronic gadgets than ever before in 2021, and we do so frequently via multiple outlets on a single outlet. To help prevent fires, avoid using more than your voltage on a single outlet in your house.
- Outdated Home Wiring
Household wiring should be inspected on a regular basis to avoid the occurrence of major fire damage in your house. Wiring that is old, frayed, or even damaged by animals may create fire risks both inside and outside your home.
- Decorative Lights
When decorating with decorative lights, such as outside lights, outlets, surge protectors, extension cords, and turning off your Christmas Tree Lighting when you are not home to avoid accidents, be sure to use the necessary precautions.
- Hair Products
If you're in a hurry, don't forget to unplug your styling equipment. A simple error might result in significant damage. Make sure your curling iron and dryers are switched off and placed on heat-resistant material to minimize the risk of fire.
- Toasters
Proper maintenance of your toaster can aid in the prevention of house fires. Crumbs trapped within the toaster might be dangerous since they may cause sparks, which can result in serious issues in the kitchen. Make it a habit to clean your toaster on a regular basis.
- Candles
We all adore candles and fragrances; however we must be cautious of placement when they are lit. Always try to use holders that keep candles from falling on surfaces or tabletops when placing them.
- Washer & Dryers
The dryer and washer are two of the most common causes of house fires. Cleaning filters and vents, as well as the outside vents of your home, can assist to prevent fire hazards by removing fluff from your tumble dryer's lint traps.
- Smoking
If you're a smoker or someone in your home, try to smoke outside. Lighters and matchsticks should always be kept out of reach of children since it's one of the most common causes of house fires.
- Dust in Electric Sockets
This is a regular procedure that must be completed as dust accumulates in electrical outlets, posing a fire risk if not regularly cleaned.
- Electric Blankets
Electric Blankets, on the other hand, can cause fires. Make sure you get an electric blanket with less wear and tear. When not in use, fold the blankets appropriately to minimize electrical problems that may cause fire hazards.
Should you experience a fire, let the experts at SERVPRO of Wilson County help restore your home “like it never even happened.” With our 24/7 emergency dispatch, we will have someone on-site quickly to access the damage and help you in your time of need. (615) 449-5000
Tips to avoid growth outbreak
7/5/2022 (Permalink)
Keep Mold in Mind When You're Buying, renovating, or working in your office or business.
The customer experience is at the heart of any successful restaurant business. One of the last things you want your customers to connect your business with is mold growth in your kitchen, yet it's a surprisingly prevalent problem in the dining industry. Follow these suggestions to avoid a mold outbreak in your local eatery.
Keep Mold in Mind When You're Buying, renovating, or working in your office.
- Consider Mold-prone Areas When Purchasing a Property or Remodeling Your restaurant business. Situations that are highly humid, such as restaurants, attract mold spores. In general, restaurant kitchens are high-humidity environments. Some parts of your kitchen,
- Take Care of Your Ventilation System
Maintaining a functioning, properly maintained ventilation system is critical to preventing mold growth in a restaurant kitchen. Your ventilation system circulates air throughout your kitchen and is your major method for lowering moisture levels and reducing humidity. The ventilation system is also responsible for either admitting or preventing dust, dirt, and pollutants from entering your kitchen, which might promote mold.
- Check the Humidity Levels
Humidity is a major cause of mold growth, therefore controlling your humidity levels is critical. Hygrometers, which measure humidity, are inexpensive and readily available. The goal should be a reading of 30-50 percent.
- Make sure your areas are clean
Keeping your restaurant's kitchen clean is the greatest way to avoid a mold infestation. Regularly clean busy and moist regions, as well as corners and hidden places where mold thrives. Keep an eye out for any indications of water damage. If you suspect there has been water damage, get it fixed right away before mold begins to grow.
Some of the most important aspects of running a restaurant are maintaining cleanliness and ensuring that the customer has a good experience. You want your customers to walk away from your establishment without having thoughts of mold, because it's an indication that you're not taking care of things. I want my restaurant to be successful and for that to happen, I need to maintain a high level of cleanliness.
In the event that you suspect mold - call to SERVPRO Wilson County Contact us 24/7 at (615) 449-5000 today for help!
WHY it's important to know who to turn to after a damage
7/5/2022 (Permalink)
Cleaning up after a damage can be busy work, size is not an issue for SERVPRO of Wilson County!
Fire damage is not simply fire damage because the presence of fire damage can lead to water damage and smoke. This is why it’s important to know which local Nashville, TN company to turn to when dealing with all types of property restoration services. Here are several reasons why it’s best to contact the team at SERVPRO Wilson County if you’re looking for a fast response to prevent unnecessary damage and restore your commercial or residential property to its original beauty.
SERVPRO Wilson County Services
Dealing with property damage can be stressful. For those that reside in Nashville, TN, SERVPRO Wilson County is your top choice to handle a wide variety of your property restoration project needs. Many property owners in the area choose us because they can depend on our team for these key services:
Why We’re Preferred By Our Customers
When you work with SERVPRO Wilson County, you can expect an immediate response time, day or night. We do this because we understand that a quick response can help minimize damages, and get you back to normal as soon as possible. This can save you lots of money, alleviate your home restoration headaches, and help you get back to living a normal life in no time.
You can expect to get a SERVPRO of Wilson County representative to answer the phone after hours and on the weekends. Even if you call after normal business hours, our on call team member will ask the right questions to prepare our team of professionals to provide you with emergency services.
Getting in Contact with SERVPRO Wilson County
The state of your home after flooding or fire can make the family extremely stressed. Thankfully, the team at SERVPRO Wilson County is able to sweep in and begin clean-up, remodeling, and damage control at the shortest notice. You will be amazed at how relieved you feel when you know that experts are busy making your home livable once again. If you’re ready to get the process started on your home restoration project, don’t delay in calling our team immediately at (615) 449-5000 today!
Do you need SERVPRO for water clean up?
7/5/2022 (Permalink)
WHY you should give us a call today to assess water damage.
Every water disaster is different, from the amount of water to the level of contamination of the water. This is why if your home has been hit by water damage due to a flood or severe storm it’s essential that you get the water cleaned up quickly to ensure your property stays intact and free from mold and other damages in the future.
The Big Toll of Flood Damage to Homeowners
Floods are serious problems for homeowners. They’re severe enough to cause $40 billion worth of damage worldwide every year. If nothing else, floods can be a health risk for you and your family. That’s why flood clean-up is essential. The process can take several months and can cause lots of damage if you’re not prepared.
Keeping Mold and Mildew from Sticking Around
Water flooding will almost certainly generate mold in well-ventilated areas of your property that aren’t cleaned quickly following a flood. These molds are formed at the corner regions of the room and even over the surfaces which are porous. As mold and mildew start developing quickly, it’s essential to act fast to prevent it from spreading and creating bigger issues.
SERVPRO’s Process for Water Remediation
After a thorough property assessment, the highly trained technicians at SERVPRO Wilson County begin the water removal process, using powerful submersible pumps in addition to industrial strength, wet/dry vacuums. Removing most of the water helps reduce drying time and helps prevent secondary water damage and mold and bacterial growth. Our team also is adept at using these water removal equipment types on water damaged properties:
- Moisture detectors, hygrometers, and other meters measure the extent of moisture saturation.
- Infrared cameras may be used to find “hidden” water behind walls and ceilings.
- Submersible and gas-powered pumps are used for continuous pumping of high-level water.
- Truck-mounted and portable extraction units perform efficient water removal.
Getting in Touch with the Trusted Team at SERVPRO Wilson County
Following a flood that has left your property with water damage galore, it’s essential that you turn to SERVPRO Wilson County for water damage restoration services. Get ahold of our team today to start on the path towards restoration by calling our office at (615) 449-5000!
Do you need SERVPRO for water clean up?
7/5/2022 (Permalink)
WHY you should give us a call today to assess water damage.
Every water disaster is different, from the amount of water to the level of contamination of the water. This is why if your home has been hit by water damage due to a flood or severe storm it’s essential that you get the water cleaned up quickly to ensure your property stays intact and free from mold and other damages in the future.
The Big Toll of Flood Damage to Homeowners
Floods are serious problems for homeowners. They’re severe enough to cause $40 billion worth of damage worldwide every year. If nothing else, floods can be a health risk for you and your family. That’s why flood clean-up is essential. The process can take several months and can cause lots of damage if you’re not prepared.
Keeping Mold and Mildew from Sticking Around
Water flooding will almost certainly generate mold in well-ventilated areas of your property that aren’t cleaned quickly following a flood. These molds are formed at the corner regions of the room and even over the surfaces which are porous. As mold and mildew start developing quickly, it’s essential to act fast to prevent it from spreading and creating bigger issues.
SERVPRO’s Process for Water Remediation
After a thorough property assessment, the highly trained technicians at SERVPRO Wilson County begin the water removal process, using powerful submersible pumps in addition to industrial strength, wet/dry vacuums. Removing most of the water helps reduce drying time and helps prevent secondary water damage and mold and bacterial growth. Our team also is adept at using these water removal equipment types on water damaged properties:
- Moisture detectors, hygrometers, and other meters measure the extent of moisture saturation.
- Infrared cameras may be used to find “hidden” water behind walls and ceilings.
- Submersible and gas-powered pumps are used for continuous pumping of high-level water.
- Truck-mounted and portable extraction units perform efficient water removal.
Getting in Touch with the Trusted Team at SERVPRO Wilson County
Following a flood that has left your property with water damage galore, it’s essential that you turn to SERVPRO Wilson County for water damage restoration services. Get ahold of our team today to start on the path towards restoration by calling our office at (615) 449-5000!
Tips for Fire Restoration
3/25/2022 (Permalink)
Prepare home for a fire with these useful tips
Tips for Fire Restoration
When it comes to fire restoration and repairing a home after a fire the time needed for restoring your property will depend on several different factors.
Small Fires may only take a day or two for Restoring whereas large spread fires that affect multiple floors could takes weeks if not even months for restoration and remediation.
If you have experience fire damage at your Wilson county home, use the below tips to get back to living your life and restoring your property back to it's pre-fire condition.
Contact a TRULY Professional Restoration Company
The first thing you need when dealing with fire damage is a professional fire restoration company. SERVPRO Wilson County is the industry leader when it comes to helping Wilson County residents with their fire damage restoration needs. Having a professional inspect the area for damage and truly understanding the scope of the restoration project is crucial. At SERVPRO we featured the most extensively trained Fire Restoration specialist that are all knowledgeable and licensed for these types of restoration projects.
Securing the Home
One thing most homeowners do not think of when it comes to your home post-fire is protecting it from trespassers and thieves.
Depending on the scale or magnitude of your fire damage, you may have to vacate / leave your home for several days or weeks during the restoration process. Leaving a home or property vacant can leave it unsecure.
Make sure when leaving your property that you utilize appropriate deadlocks and security accessories. This help to secure any valuables and possessions that are left behind.
Keep a Detailed Record
Another thing that is vitally important is keeping records. By keeping record of possessions, values, and losses it will help to make things smoother when it comes to dealing with your insurance agency. Take plenty of photographs of your damage and keep a file of any receipts, prices and quotes of your valuable possessions you would want to be reimbursed for and share it your agent and restoration company.
Contact the Pros
Even though the process of fire repair can be long, our goal is to make the process as easy as possible. If you’ve endured fire damage on your property, make the call to SERVPRO Wilson County at (615) 449-5000 for a consultation to help get back to your life before the disaster!
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