Essential SERVPRO of Grants Pass / Central Point Tips for Homeowners During Storm Season

10/31/2024 (Permalink)

Structural Damage to Roof

As storm season approaches, homeowners must be proactive to protect their properties and families. Here are some essential tips from SERVPRO of Grants Pass / Central Point to help you prepare for and respond to severe weather events.

1. Create an Emergency Plan

Develop a comprehensive emergency plan that includes escape routes, a meeting point, and contact information for family members. Ensure everyone in the household knows the plan and practices it regularly.

2. Prepare an Emergency Kit

Assemble a disaster supply kit with essentials like water, non-perishable food, first aid supplies, flashlights, batteries, and necessary medications. Include important documents in a waterproof container.

3. Secure Your Home

Inspect your home for vulnerabilities. Clean gutters, trim overhanging branches, and reinforce windows and doors. Consider investing in storm shutters or plywood to protect your home from debris.

4. Know Your Insurance Coverage

Review your homeowner's insurance policy to ensure it covers storm damage, including flooding. Understanding your coverage can save you significant stress and expense after a storm.

5. Stay Informed

Monitor weather reports through reliable sources and local alerts. Use a weather radio or smartphone app to receive real-time updates, ensuring you are always informed about impending storms.

6. Document Your Property

Take photos or videos of your home and valuables. This documentation can be crucial for insurance claims after storm damage. Keep this information in a safe place, both digitally and physically.

7. Have a Post-Storm Plan

After a storm, assess your home for damage safely. Avoid entering floodwaters, and report any downed power lines to local authorities. If damage occurs, contact professionals like SERVPRO of Grants Pass / Central Point for restoration services.

By following these tips, homeowners can enhance their preparedness and resilience during storm season. Stay safe and ready for whatever nature brings your way!

Jackson and Josephine County 24 Hour Emergency Water Damage Service

10/18/2024 (Permalink)

This fire was caused by a Space Heater in a garage.

Understanding SERVPRO of Grants Pass / Central Point: Your Go-To for Water and Fire Restoration Services

As the colder months approach, residents of Southern Oregon are reminded of the potential challenges posed by winter storms. With heavy rain, snow, and wind, the risk of water and fire damage increases significantly. This is where SERVPRO of Medford/Ashland steps in, offering emergency services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Who is SERVPRO of Grants Pass / Central Point?

SERVPRO® is a trusted name in disaster recovery and restoration, with a dedicated team in the Medford and Ashland areas. Their expertise in handling emergencies ensures that your home or business can return to normal as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Water Restoration Services

Water damage can occur due to various reasons, such as flooding, pipe bursts, or storm surges. SERVPRO of Grants Pass / Central Point is equipped to tackle these issues head-on. Their water restoration services include:

1. Emergency Response: With a 24/7 availability, their team can respond quickly to mitigate damage before it worsens.
2. Water Extraction: They utilize advanced equipment to remove standing water from your property.
3. Drying and Dehumidification: Thorough drying is essential to prevent mold growth. SERVPRO uses specialized tools to ensure all affected areas are adequately dried.
4. Restoration: After addressing the water damage, SERVPRO can help restore your home or business to its pre-damage condition, whether that means repairing drywall, replacing flooring, or painting.

Fire Restoration Services

Fires can be devastating, leaving behind smoke and soot damage along with the destruction of property. SERVPRO of Grants Pass / Central Point provides comprehensive fire restoration services, including:

1. Emergency Board-Up: If your property is damaged, they can secure it to prevent further damage or theft.
2. Smoke and Soot Removal: Specialized techniques are used to remove smoke and soot from walls, ceilings, and other surfaces.
3. Odor Removal: SERVPRO has equipment and techniques to eliminate odors caused by smoke, ensuring your space feels fresh and clean.
4. Reconstruction: If parts of your property need rebuilding, their team can manage the reconstruction process, making it easier for you during a challenging time.

Mold Remediation Services

Mold can thrive in damp conditions, making it a common concern after water damage. SERVPRO of Grants Pass / Central Point offers comprehensive mold remediation services to protect your health and property. Their mold remediation process includes:

1. Mold Inspection and Assessment: Trained technicians conduct a thorough inspection to identify mold sources and assess the extent of the problem.
2. Containment: To prevent the spread of mold spores during the remediation process, affected areas are sealed off.
3. Air Filtration: Advanced air filtration systems are used to capture mold spores and improve air quality.
4. Mold Removal: Using industry-standard techniques, SERVPRO safely removes mold from surfaces and materials.
5. Restoration: Once the mold is removed, SERVPRO can restore any affected structures, ensuring your property is safe and healthy.

Preparing for Winter Storm Surges

As winter approaches, residents should take proactive steps to minimize potential damage from storms. Here are some tips:

• Inspect Your Roof and Gutters: Ensure that they are clear of debris to prevent water accumulation.
• Check Your Plumbing: Insulate pipes to avoid freezing and bursting.
• Have an Emergency Kit: Be prepared for power outages with essentials like food, water, and flashlights.
• Know Your Plan: Familiarize yourself with SERVPRO’s services and keep their contact information handy for emergencies.

Conclusion

Winter storms can lead to significant water and fire damage, but with SERVPRO of Grants Pass / Central Point by your side, you have a reliable partner for restoration services. Their commitment to 24/7 emergency response means that help is always just a phone call away. Don’t wait until disaster strikes—be proactive, and ensure your home or business is prepared for whatever winter brings.

For more information or to learn about their services, visit SERVPRO of Grants Pass / Central Point or call them today!

Faster to your Grants Pass/Central Point Water Damage Event

9/12/2023 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Grants Pass/Central Point provides 24 hour fire and water damage restoration service in Southern Oregon

Flooding and water emergencies don’t wait for regular business hours and neither do we. Grants  Pass/Central Point provides emergency cleaning and restoration services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week—including all holidays.

Faster To Any Size Disaster

Flooding and water damage is very invasive. Water quickly spreads throughout your home and gets absorbed into floors, walls, furniture, and more. SERVPRO of Grants  Pass/Central Point arrives quickly and starts the water extraction process almost immediately. This immediate response helps to minimize the damage and the cleaning and restoration costs.

Need Emergency Service? Call Us 24/7 – 541-479-2500

Water Damage Timeline

Within Minutes

• Water quickly spreads throughout your property, saturating everything in its path.
• Water is absorbed into walls, floors, upholstery, and belongings.
• Furniture finishes may bleed, causing permanent staining on carpets.
• Photographs, books, and other paper goods start to swell and warp.

Hours 1 - 24:

• Drywall begins to swell and break down.
• Metal surfaces begin to tarnish.
• Furniture begins to swell and crack.
• Dyes and inks from cloth and paper goods spread and stain.
• A musty odor appears.

48 Hours to 1 Week:

• Mold and mildew may grow and spread.
• Doors, windows, and studs swell and warp.
• Metal begins to rust and corrode.
• Furniture warps and shows signs of mold.
• Paint begins to blister.
• Wood flooring swells and warps.
• Serious biohazard contamination is possible.

More Than 1 Week:

• Restoration time and cost increase dramatically; replacing contaminated materials and structural rebuilding may be extensive.
• Structural safety, mold growth, and biohazard contaminants pose serious risks to occupants.

About SERVPRO of Grants  Pass/Central Point 

SERVPRO of Grants  Pass/Central Point specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or water damage event. Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration. From initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO’s corporate training facility to regular IICRC-industry certification, rest assured our staff is equipped with the knowledge to restore your property.

Does Your Southern Oregon Home Have A Mold Problem?

9/12/2023 (Permalink)

In Southern Oregon mold can spread through a home in as little as 48 hours.

Microscopic mold spores naturally occur almost everywhere, both outdoors and indoors. This makes it impossible to remove all mold from a home or business. Therefore, mold remediation reduces the mold spore count back to its natural or baseline level. Some restoration businesses advertise “mold removal” and even guarantee to remove all mold, which is a fallacy. Consider the following mold facts:

• Mold is present almost everywhere, indoors and outdoors.
• Mold spores are microscopic and float along in the air and may enter your home through windows, doors, or AC/heating systems or even hitch a ride indoors on your clothing or a pet.
• Mold spores thrive on moisture. Mold spores can quickly grow into colonies when exposed to water. These colonies may produce health effects.
• Before mold remediation can begin, any sources of water or moisture must be addressed. Otherwise, the mold may return.
• Mold often produces a strong, musty odor and can lead you to possible mold problem areas.
• Even higher-than-normal indoor humidity can support mold growth. Keep indoor humidity below 45 percent.

If your home or business has a mold problem, we can inspect and assess your property and use our specialized training, equipment, and expertise to remediate your mold infestation.

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – 541-479-2500

Has disaster struck your home or business? Grants Pass/Central Point SERVPRO is here to help with 24/7 Emergency Services.

9/5/2023 (Permalink)

Grants Pass/Central Point Residents: We provide immediate service day or night!

SERVPRO of Grants Pass/Central Point provides 24-hour emergency service and is dedicated to being faster to any-sized disaster in the Grants Pass/Central Point area. We can respond immediately to your emergency and have the expertise to handle your restoration or cleaning needs.

• 24-Hour Emergency Service
• Faster to Any-Sized Disaster
• Highly Trained Restoration Technicians
• A Trusted Leader in the Restoration Industry
• Locally Owned and Operated
• Advanced Restoration and Cleaning Equipment 

Have Questions? Call Us 24/7 – 541-479-2500

Residential Services

Whether your Grants Pass/Central Point area home needs emergency flood damage or your upholstery cleaned, you can depend on us. Our technicians have extensive cleaning and restoration training and can make your property look its best. Learn more about our residential services:

• Water Damage Restoration
• Fire Damage Restoration
• Mold Remediation
• Storm Damage Restoration
• Cleaning Services
• Building/Reconstruction Services

Commercial Services

There's never a convenient time for fire or water damage to strike your Grants Pass/Central Point area commercial property. Every hour spent cleaning up is an hour of lost revenue and productivity. So when the need arises for professional cleaning or emergency restoration services we have the training and expertise to respond promptly with highly trained technicians to get your property back to business. Learn more about our commercial services: https://www.SERVPRO.com/locations/or/SERVPRO-of-grants-pass-central-point/services/commercial

• Commercial Water Damage Restoration
• Commercial Fire Damage Restoration

Summer storms heading your way? Grants Pass/Central Point SERVPRO is ready!

8/1/2023 (Permalink)

Our highly trained crews are ready to respond 24/7 to storm or flood damage in the Medford/Ashland area.

SERVPRO ofMedford/Ashland specializes in storm and flood damage restoration. Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.

Faster Response

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

Resources to Handle Floods and Storms

When storms hit the Medford/Ashland area, we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of over 2,000 franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams https://www.SERVPRO.com/locations/or/SERVPRO-of-medford-ashland/services/storm-damage that are strategically located throughout the United States.

Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today at 541-479-2500

How to handle water damage to floors

9/20/2022 (Permalink)

Just like with any other type of water damage, if there is water damage to the floors, professionals should be called in to handle the job. Professionals know the necessary steps, safety procedures, and have the training to ensure that the area is properly and safely cleaned up. If you’re inexperienced in cleaning up water damage, attempting to take on the task yourself could result in mistakes that could further damage the building or create health hazards for the occupants of the building. Hiring professionals to handle the job will ensure that the building will be fully restored and that no additional damage will be caused. When they’re finished, you’ll be able to reoccupy the building without fear that there’s any damage or health hazards in the building due to the water damaged floors.

Water damage is a worry for all homeowners. In addition to ceilings and walls, floors are also a part of the house that’s susceptible to water damage. Anything from a roof leak to a leaking pipe or spilled drink could potentially result in water damage to the floor. If you do suffer water damage to your floors, or any other part of your house, call on the professionals at SERVPRO to ensure a proper and safe restoration.

Water Removal / Water Extraction

9/13/2022 (Permalink)

Water Removal / Water Extraction

The water removal process begins almost immediately and removes the majority of the water. We use powerful pumps and vacuum units to quickly remove hundreds or thousands of gallons from your property, which helps prevent secondary water damage and mold growth.

Water Removal Equipment

• 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.

Emergency Water Removal

Our highly trained technicians will begin the water removal process almost immediately. Depending on the amount of water, we may use 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.

• Remove Excess Water
• Use Submersible Pumps and Industrial Wet/Dry Vacuums

Fire Damage Restoration

8/16/2022 (Permalink)

Fire damage is especially devastating for a business or commercial property. In addition to the fire and smoke damage, significant water damage from firefighting efforts and fire suppression systems may occur. Every hour spent restoring your business back to pre-fire condition is an hour of lost revenue and productivity. If your business experiences a fire loss, call the fire and water damage restoration experts and we’ll respond immediately to get you back to business.  We have training and equipment to handle large commercial fire damage emergencies.  If your fire emergency happens in your restaurant, motel, or your office building, we will respond quickly.  

• 24 Hour Emergency Service

• Faster to Any Size Disaster

• A Trusted Leader in the Fire and Water Restoration Industry with over 2010 Franchises

• Highly Trained Fire and Water Damage Restoration Specialists

Commercial Fire Damage? Call Us Today – 541-773-3740

Water

8/1/2022 (Permalink)

Hazardous events at Medford or Ashland commercial properties are often complex with numerous issues that require a knowledgeable and flexible response. Whether we’re dealing with a relatively small water cleanup scenario or a large scale event, we work quickly to assess each unique situation and isolate the damaged area. In many instances, normal operations can continue in a temporary space while we restore your facility.

Restoring Commercial Properties Presents Unique Challenges

Our professionals are trained to be mindful of legal and environmental concerns and strive to fully restore the damaged area while working within your budgetary constraints. We understand that every hour spent cleaning up is an hour of lost revenue and productivity. So when an emergency situation arises in your business, give us a call and we’ll be there fast with the help you need.

About SERVPRO of Grants Pass/Central Point

SERVPRO of Grants Pass/ Central Point specializes in the cleanup and restoration of commercial and residential property after a water damage event. Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration. From initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO’s corporate training facility to regular IICRC-industry certification, rest assured our staff is equipped with the knowledge to restore your property.