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How to Make Your Summer Safe

6/14/2023 (Permalink)

With everyone lighting up the grills, preparing for fire’s might not be a bad idea. Here are some tips from from your local Idaho Falls SERVPRO to keep your family safe, and your gatherings happy.

1.) Educate your family on the risks

Summer is a great time for family fun. Lets keep the fun safe though. Make sure your family knows how to keep your home safe by going over what fire hazards are and how to prevent them.

2.) Test your smoke alarms.

No one likes to wake up to a smoke alarm going off but its much better than waking up to a raging fire. Check batteries, and consider upgrading if you already haven't, to a Wi-Fi enabled fire alarm that can send you an alert anywhere you have internet service. These fire alarms are also able to connect with other smart home devices to keep your home safe.

3.) Keep lawn clippings and flammable materials in a safe place.

Lawn Clippings, dry leaves and branches, used rags, paper, even hairspray and other aerosol cans, should be taken care of in a safe way, and disposed of correctly. Make sure nothing flammable is in direct heat and sunlight. Throw away old rags with flammable liquids like oil, gas, and chemical cleaners by first washing them in water and an oil breakdown detergent before throwing them back in the garage or in the garbage can.

4.) Check your house’s wiring and crawlspaces.

Attics, crawlspaces, and wiring can be great spaces for pests to build nests in during the winter. Inspect these and other small spaces for nests, cobwebs, and other flammable objects. Check wiring where able to ensure no new wire’s are exposed since last year. Make sure your air conditioner and heaters are clear of any debris and away from any combustible materials. Check your dryer outlet and chimney for any obstacles blocking a clear flow of air.

Even with these measures we can’t expect to prevent every fire. That’s why we recommend having an Emergency Response Plan (ERP) consultation with our trained experts so you can have a quick, smooth recovery of your loss. Let one of SERVPRO’s estimators walk you through how to handle your next emergency whatever it may be.

If you have a fire, water or mold emergency, give us a call anytime!
SERVPRO is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

We are Ready to Help!

Call:
208-523-5365 for Idaho Falls

With Rising Water Levels; Are You Prepared?

6/14/2023 (Permalink)

With all the rain, and how full the river is, are you ready for a possible flood?

This year has really put into perspective how much rain, and water can affect people and their homes. Have you prepared for a possible flood? Flooding can happen in a multitude of ways, high amounts of rain, overflow from the river, even a the city pipe lines can flood leading to nasty sewage coming up the drains of you and your neighbor’s homes. Here are some guidelines to help prevent these and other water related disasters from affecting your family.

Here in South East Idaho we are at risk of flooding every year. Every home has a different level of risk associated with flood damage. Learn more about your home’s risk level. Find out what type of flood zone you live in, and the potential flood elevation in the area. FEMA offeres a great map service at https://msc.fema.gov/portal/. You can also check in with your local planning and zoning office or building department to learn more about the flood zone. Find out if from them or your neighbors if your area has flooded in the past and what caused it.

Another important part of preparedness is insuring against the loss. Its hard enough being uprooted as temporary as it may be, but to be placed with a financial burden at the same time is even harder. Consult your insurance agent and find out if flood insurance is part of your insurance plan.

Reduce your risk as best you can. Decide how you plan to react to the threat of a water emergency. Speak with one of SERVPRO’s consultants about an Emergency Ready Plan (ERP) and find out what might be best for your area. Using an ERP can help speed up the process should an emergency occur. With an Emergency Ready Plan your prepared for any water, fire, mold or other major event that may require our help. Speak to your SERVPRO consultant today for a free ERP.

Lastly, make sure you know your home well. Find out if you have any low spots that may collect water first. Check your basement after every rainstorm to ensure no new leaks have occurred. Check your drywall for any wet spots along the ceiling, walls, or floors to make sure no water got in.

We can’t prevent every natural disaster, and we can’t prevent every water emergency, but using these and other helpful tips can help mitigate our possible loss in the event something does happen.

If you have a fire, water or mold emergency, give us a call anytime!
SERVPRO is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

We are Ready to Help!

Call:
208-523-5365 for Idaho Falls

Commercial Buildings Need an ERP

6/14/2023 (Permalink)

Has Flooding Affected Your Commercial Building?

Water levels are higher than ever this year. Did your building get affected by the rain and river levels? Have a SERVPRO consultant come out today and set up a free Emergency Ready Plan (ERP) with you today. This plan will help in the event another flood, mold, or fire emergency. Having an ERP in place will help speed up the process, mitigate your total loss, and get your business back on its feet. Also speak with your SERVPRO consultant about our other services like document recovery, deodorization and more.

With a solid ERP in place SERVPRO will have you recovering from any emergencies and back in business as soon as possible

If you have a fire, water or mold emergency, give us a call anytime!

SERVPRO is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

We are Ready to Help!

Call:
208-523-5365 for Idaho Falls

Attic Inspection

5/5/2023 (Permalink)

We think of our home as a safe place to protect us. We do our best to maintain the things that wear out or need attention, however, most of us forget about the main thing protecting our home from the elements: The roof and attic.

The winters in eastern Idaho and surrounding areas have brought an incredible pack of snow fall this year. This has put extra pressure on a roof that already carries a big load.

Spring is here, causing the snow to melt and run off. We hope it runs down the gutters or just off the roof and not into your home. It is also a possibility the water has leaked into your attic, but not in sufficient amount to visibly affect the ceiling inside.

With the insulation preventing the water from coming thru your ceiling, but allowing wood work to stay wet, it increases the humidity in the Attic. Mold growth in the attic on walls and ceiling base, can end up affecting the living areas of your home if left unchecked. When microbial growth happens, it can have a musty smell. If you suspect you may have Mold in your Attic, it’s best to call a professional.

SERVPRO is your resource to help with mold or moisture concerns in your home. We can take care of the problem and give you the peace of mind in your attic or home.

If you have a water or mold give us a call! SERVPRO is available 24 hours 7 days a week. We have a trained, professional team ready to help! 208-523-5365

Preparing for Spring

5/3/2023 (Permalink)

Springtime is coming! Time to get your home prepared. Turning on the outside faucets and sprinkler system with broken lines can cause water damage inside your home.

Water damage in your home can be caused by a variety of different things: a leaky faucet, broken drain, an outside source, etc. Figuring out where the water coming from is never easy. Calling SERVPRO can be.

With water comes the likelihood for mold, and it’s important to act fast. 

Here’s some helpful tips:

  1. Check to ensure water is not backing up into your home.
  2. Make sure sprinklers are running at the right time and shutting off on time.
  3. Check for broken lines in your sprinkler system that can flood your ground and end up flooding back into your home.  
  4. When you have a leak or a burst pipe, shutting off the main water valve helps to prevent more damage.

When finding a restoration company, call SERVPRO, who works with your insurance company during your time of need.

If you have water damage in your home SERVPRO available 24/7 24 hours a day 7day a week. Call SERVPRO for all your cleaning restoration and Construction. SERVPRO is a team of highly trained professionals ready to help.   

Commercial Disaster

11/15/2022 (Permalink)

Being ready for a disaster is easier than you think. Although you cannot avoid a disaster, you can educate yourself enough to navigate through the tough situation. The best way to avoid a disaster is to try and prevent the disaster from happening in the first place.

  • Dedicate time weekly checks of all your fire alarms and carbon monoxide alarms.
  • Create an evacuation plan of time. Make sure you employees know the correct and safest way to exit the building in case of a disaster.
  • Keep an updated emergency contact list for everyone to have access to
  • Put together an emergency supply kit with items such as flashlights, radio, bottled waters, blankets, extra batteries etc.

If you have a fire, water, mold or asbestos disaster and need help give SERVPRO a call today! We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for all your cleaning and restoration needs. We have highly trained professionals ready to help in your time of need.

Burst Pipes

11/15/2022 (Permalink)

Water disasters, such s broken pipes, can happen suddenly and without warning especially in the winter months. Some common signs of busted water pipes include:

  • Water puddle forming under your sink
  • Watch for a dramatic increase in your water bill
  • Watch to see if your water is fluctuating
  • Stinky or rust smelling water
  • Noisy pipes

If you happen to have a pipe burst you should immediately turn off your water, locate the burst pipe and call a professional. The quicker you do these three things, the better the outcome my be.

If you have a fire, water, mold or asbestos disaster and need help give SERVPRO a call today! We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for all your cleaning and restoration needs. We have highly trained professionals ready to help in your time of need.

Why choose SERVPRO

11/15/2022 (Permalink)

When someone asks me why I would choose SERVPRO over all of the other cleaning and restoration industries my answer is always the same… Customer service, community involvement and Veteran Owned Franchise. SERVPRO strives to have the absolute best customer service possible. From the moment we get our first call to the end of the job when we are signing paperwork, we always try to maintain great customer service.  The second value we pride ourselves on is community involvement. SERVPRO is an active member of the community and donates time and money to causes all of the world. Some of those causes include Toys for Tots, Veteran charities and our First Responders. We find it an important part of our franchise to be involved any and every way we can. The final thing we pride ourselves in is being a Veteran Owned Franchise. Our fearless leader and Owner Skylar Price served over 10 years over seas for our beautiful country. He knew when he got back that he wanted to make a difference within his community and that is why he decided to become a franchise owner of a SERVPRO.

If you have a fire, water, mold or asbestos disaster and need help give SERVPRO a call today! We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for all your cleaning and restoration needs. We have highly trained professionals ready to help in your time of need.

Smoke and Soot

11/14/2022 (Permalink)

What should you expect after you experience a fire in your home? What should you do after you have a fire in your home? These are questioning every homeowner dread thinking about but should be prepared for. Fires in the home can range from minor to severe due to many factors. How it was started, how long it lasted, where is started etc. Many people think that the fire itself is the worst part but that is just the beginning. After the fire is extinguished then comes the evaluations of belongings. You will want to really look over all your person belongings to see what is salvageable and what is a complete loss. Your insurance company will need to know this.

Smoke and soot after a fire can sometimes do the most damage. It will stick to anything and everything and cause quite the smelly mess. Thankfully that is where we come in! We have highly trained professionals who come in, help inventory your salvageable belongings and get to work restoring your most valued possessions. We have an entire space dedicated to restoring items affected by soot. We will work day and night to get your items back to the way they were.

If you have a fie disaster and need help, give us a call today! We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for all of your cleaning and restoration needs. We have highly trained professionals ready to help in your time of need.

Roughly 200 Christmas tree fires a year!

11/14/2022 (Permalink)

With the holidays upon us it is extremely important to take every precaution in order to keep your home safe. U.S. firefighters respond to roughly 200 Christmas tree fires per year, according to the National Fire Research Laboratory at NIST. There are many reasons why a Christmas tree can and will catch on fire. This includes faulty Christmas tree lights, not enough water causing the Christmas tree to die and candles too close to the tree to name a few. There are steps you can take to avoid these situations.

  1. Purchase a new artificial Christmas tree every 6 years to maintain the fire retardants.
  2. Don’t ever leave the lights plugged in overnight.
  3. Avoid using extension cords. Try and plug the lights directly into the wall
  4. Inspect pre lit Christmas trees every year for exposed or broken cords
  5. Check water level daily on your fresh trees

Give us a call today! We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for all of your cleaning and restoration needs. We have highly trained professionals ready to help in your time of need.