Large Format Drying Equipment

7/19/2023 (Permalink)

When a water line breaks in your home or business, it's only a matter of seconds before the water starts causing serious damage. Once SERVPRO of Tulsa Hills, Sapulpa removes the excess water, the floors and walls may appear dry, a quick inspection will reveal they are wet to the touch. Our Professionals will use room measurements, temperature, and relative humidity to determine the optimal number of air movers and dehumidifiers to dry your property. We’ll carefully monitor the progress using moisture meters until the materials return to acceptable drying goals. Professional and Industrial-grade dehumidifiers are used and help prevent secondary water damage like swelling and warping of floors, walls, and furniture. High-speed air movers are also utilized to create airflow across walls, carpets, pads, and furniture, which accelerates the evaporation of moisture.

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Specialty Cleaning Services

7/19/2023 (Permalink)

When was the last time your home or business was deep cleaned? SERVPRO of Tulsa Hills, Sapulpa understands maintaining a clean environment takes constant work and we are up for the job! Our certified technicians have the tools it takes to handle all your specialty cleaning projects. Most cleaning companies only have a couple of cleaning methods, but SERVPRO incorporates a variety of methods to assure your home, business, or property is properly cleaned and it looks "Like it Never Even Happened".

When we say SERVPRO cleans, we mean, carpet/upholstery cleaning, drapes/blinds/window treatments, ceiling/floors/walls, HVAC/air duct cleaning, biohazard/crime scene cleanup, document restoration, odor removal, vandalism/graffiti, and COVID-19 cleanings. Let us know if you think of anything else we can clean for you, we are always Here to Help.

Specialty Cleaning Services

7/19/2023 (Permalink)

When was the last time your home or business was deep cleaned? SERVPRO of Fort Smith understands maintaining a clean environment takes constant work and we are up for the job! Our certified technicians have the tools it takes to handle all your specialty cleaning projects. Most cleaning companies only have a couple of cleaning methods, but SERVPRO incorporates a variety of methods to assure your home, business, or property is properly cleaned and it looks "Like it Never Even Happened".

When we say SERVPRO cleans, we mean, carpet/upholstery cleaning, drapes/blinds/window treatments, ceiling/floors/walls, HVAC/air duct cleaning, biohazard/crime scene cleanup, document restoration, odor removal, vandalism/graffiti, and COVID-19 cleanings. Let us know if you think of anything else we can clean for you, we are always Here to Help.

Specialty Cleaning Services

7/19/2023 (Permalink)

When was the last time your home or business was deep cleaned? SERVPRO of Fort Smith understands maintaining a clean environment takes constant work and we are up for the job! Our certified technicians have the tools it takes to handle all your specialty cleaning projects. Most cleaning companies only have a couple of cleaning methods, but SERVPRO incorporates a variety of methods to assure your home, business, or property is properly cleaned and it looks "Like it Never Even Happened".

When we say SERVPRO cleans, we mean, carpet/upholstery cleaning, drapes/blinds/window treatments, ceiling/floors/walls, HVAC/air duct cleaning, biohazard/crime scene cleanup, document restoration, odor removal, vandalism/graffiti, and COVID-19 cleanings. Let us know if you think of anything else we can clean for you, we are always Here to Help.

Specialty Cleaning Services

7/19/2023 (Permalink)

When was the last time your home or business was deep cleaned? SERVPRO of Fort Smith understands maintaining a clean environment takes constant work and we are up for the job! Our certified technicians have the tools it takes to handle all your specialty cleaning projects. Most cleaning companies only have a couple of cleaning methods, but SERVPRO incorporates a variety of methods to assure your home, business, or property is properly cleaned and it looks "Like it Never Even Happened".

When we say SERVPRO cleans, we mean, carpet/upholstery cleaning, drapes/blinds/window treatments, ceiling/floors/walls, HVAC/air duct cleaning, biohazard/crime scene cleanup, document restoration, odor removal, vandalism/graffiti, and COVID-19 cleanings. Let us know if you think of anything else we can clean for you, we are always Here to Help.

Don't Let Heavy Rains Cause Sewer Backup

7/20/2022 (Permalink)

When there are heavy rains, an abundance of water and debris end up in municipal sanitary sewers, which can overload the sewer system. When there is more water than the sewer system can handle, excess water can flow backward into your home's sewer line and subsequently overflow into your basement. This is extremely common in our area. 

Growing tree roots may pose another danger to your sewer line after storms. Tree roots may grow quickly over the summer months due to the increase in rain. Tree roots can pierce the pipes as they search for nutrients found in sewage. Within the system, roots continue to grow and may cause broken or blocked pipes. 

Signs of a Clogged Sewer Pipe 

• Slow drainage in toilets, showers, or sinks
• Bubbling noise as you flush toilets or shower/sink drains 
• Another drain backs up when you flush toilets
• The smell of sewage (rotten eggs or sulfur)
• Lush, green spots in your yard above the septic tank or broken pipes

Sewer backups should be considered an emergency since the water may contain viruses, bacteria, and other microbes that can cause serious illness. SERVPRO of Sapulpa, Tulsa Hills has the specialized training and equipment to quickly and safely clean contaminants like sewage. We are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Large Format Drying Equipment

7/20/2022 (Permalink)

While all jobs are treated with the same importance, whether it is your Grandma's basement or you kid's Elementary School, not all jobs can be done with the same equipment. This is why at SERVPRO of Peoria we have specialized large format drying equipment to tackle large commercial jobs. 

While we still use a lot of the same air movers, dehumidifiers, negative air machines, etc. there is other equipment we add for these large jobs. This equipment includes large trailer mounted generators, as well as large trailer mounted desiccant dehumidifiers. 

This allows us to rapidly speed up the drying process in situations where time means everything. Often times, these commercial structures are large office spaces, factories, hospitals, schools, and many others facilities. All of them need to be open as quickly as possible, and our team uses our resources to make that happen.

If you have a loss at your facility, call SERVPRO of Sapulpa, Tulsa Hills at 918-248-1440 and allow us to get you back to pre loss condition as quickly as possible. 

Cleaning Up Water Damage

5/13/2022 (Permalink)

Pipes Burst, Drywall Rots, and Mold Breaks In!

These are all facts you have to deal with when confronted with a water damage. Water can save your life in the desert but can be a real pain when it is gushing into your living room.

Once the source of the water damage is located and fixed you are not out of the woods yet. Actually, most consider this when the real work starts. You have to make sure the water is completely gone as soon as possible before mold sets in (which can be as quick as 48-72 hours).

SERVPRO of Tulsa Hills, Sapulpa specializes in water damage clean up. We have the right equipment to handle any size job quickly and efficiently. Our trained and certified technicians are here to help you out 24/7/365 for when you might be in over your head!

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Tackling Toilet Overflow While Running Water

5/13/2022 (Permalink)

Sewage Cleaning

If your toilet begins to overfill or spill while you’re taking a shower, this indicates a blockage issue between your toilet drain and the sewer system. Assuming that you’ve taken care of any obvious problems that a simple plunger can handle, the next step involves more specialized pieces of sewage cleaning equipment.

1. Using a Pipe Snake

A pipe snake is a flexible, reinforced steel coil, typically around an inch in diameter. They are used to break up and move drain clogs that cause toilet overflow and other sewage backup issues. Many clogs are not deep enough to require professional intervention and can be removed simply by snaking from the toilet bowl. If the U-bend or other feature of the toilet proves to be an obstacle to snaking, then the entire toilet can be moved to expose the drain. In either case, be prepared to absorb any excess water that may leak out as a result of the snaking process.

2. Deeper Clogs

Sometimes the toilet backup is the result of a clogged pipe closer to the sewer and will require venturing out of the bathroom and into the crawlspace or basement. Removing the main drain and inserting the snake will likely require additional tools such as a pipe wrench. Depending on the design of your home, the required direction and distance for proper snaking may vary. If the backup is severe or has persisted for a long time, additional sewage cleaning may be necessary beneath the home.

3. Plumbers

Sometimes the nature of the clog can require professional intervention. If the apparent distance of the clog is too far for a homeowner-grade snake or if you believe the cause is related to damage or root-blocked pipes closer to the sewer, call a local plumber.

The above strategies ensure proper maintenance and function of your sewer system. If water backup becomes extreme and sewage cleaning becomes necessary in your living space, contact a certified cleanup professional.

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How To Decide When To Call In The Pros

5/13/2022 (Permalink)

How To Decide When To Call In The Pros To Clean Up Water Damage

Water damage in your home can occur from a number of different sources ranging from outdoor flood damage, roof damage that lets in precipitation to interior causes such as a burst pipe or overflowing washer causing flood damage. Obviously, the longer water sits, the more water damage it is likely to cause. In addition, damage mitigation of water that comes from a clean interior source such as a pipe or washing machine is also easier than damage mitigation from flooding or a sewer issue. In some cases, whether it is water in your home or water in your business, you absolutely want to call in professionals to deal with the issue. However, there are some types of water damage restoration - particularly if it is water in your home - you might want to tackle on your own. For water in your business, there is the additional issue of valuable electronics, which are more susceptible to water damage and require different restoration and mitigation techniques. For water in your home, however, here is brief overview of how drying and water cleanup should occur.

1. Lift furniture

Once you have cleaned and evacuated the majority of the water, your best friends in the final stages of water cleanup, restoration and drying are air and heat. For restoration and damage mitigation in floors in particular, getting the best airflow possible means getting furniture up above the surface of the floor so as not to block the airflow. In addition, you will also want to protect the legs and lower surfaces of furniture from wicking up the water and leaving stains once it dries. Drying out carpeting and flooring is also important and lifting furniture will aid in the drying process.

2. Remove baseboards and drill large holes in the bottom of drywall

Drywall is not only dry, it also acts like a sponge, which means it will wick water high up into the walls where you can't see it because it's covered by paint. The paint also acts as a protective barrier that will keep air from being able to dry out the drywall. Drilling holes in the bottom of the drywall allows air to get inside the walls and dry out the drywall from the side that is not covered by paint. Drilling the holes in the bottom of the drywall also means they will be covered up once you replace the baseboards.

3. Spray a strong disinfectant on the walls

Mold, mildew and bacteria thrive in moist environments. To make sure that you do not have long-term mildew damage, be sure and spray any carpets and walls with a strong disinfectant or anti-bacterial spray. Also keep in mind that many insurance companies will cover flood recovery, but they will not cover mold and mildew damage, since that should have been taken care of in the initial recovery. This is something to consider when deciding whether or not to call in pros to recover from flood damage.

4. Set up industrial fans, an industrial dehumidifier and crank up the heat

While regular household fans might be enough to create a cool breeze, they are not powerful enough to create a strong enough wind current to climb up high into your walls. Heat will help water evaporate, and dry air will absorb the water as it evaporates, but you have to then remove the water from the saturated air so it will absorb more moisture, which you do with the dehumidifier. You want to keep doors and windows tightly sealed during this process, so you may want to leave the house while the heat and fans do their work.

Water in your home will create damage if left standing long enough but water in your business has the potential to create even more damage due to the presence of more electronics. For water in your business, you will most likely want to call in the pros to do the water cleanup. Even in your home, however, water cleanup from flood damage can be pricey even if you do all the work yourself.

The cost of renting industrial fans and an industrial dehumidifier might be comparable to hiring professionals to do it for you and you can be sure if you hire professionals that it is done properly and does not result in even costlier mold damage.

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