Commercial Water Restoration in Ft. Lauderdale Demand Expert Assistance

2/13/2023 (Permalink)

Businesses cannot afford the lengthy downtime caused by sudden water damage. SERVPRO has tools and training to quickly remediate the issue.

Trust SERVPRO for Commercial Water Restoration in Ft. Lauderdale

Many commercial properties experience water damage annually due to various reasons, including mechanical failures and burst pipes. Businesses cannot afford the lengthy downtime caused by severe or sudden water damage. 

To get back into business as fast as possible, reach out to the team at SERVPRO. We can meet your commercial water damage restoration needs in Ft. Lauderdale. Our extensive knowledge and certifications back our restoration services. Our technicians offer these services: 

• Water damage evaluation
• Water extraction
• Drying damp surfaces 
• Reconstruction 

Water damage evaluation

After water damage, there can be various safety hazards in your commercial establishment, like slippery floors and mold. Our SERVPRO team can analyze the whole situation and discuss possible repair solutions with you. We value your time and money and make things straightforward to understand.

Water extraction 

Water removal is a vital step in eliminating moisture from a structure. Our technicians can use different extraction tools to remove water from flooring, like submersible pumps, deep extraction tools, and extraction units. 

Drying damp surfaces

Dry air is a crucial tool for drying damp materials. The drier an airspace is, the less moisture there is in the air. When the humidity is lower, the quicker moisture can evaporate from surfaces and materials into the surrounding air. We can lower the humidity through ventilation or dehumidification. Our SERVPRO technicians can place air movers to deliver fast airflow to damp surfaces. We can also position dehumidifiers to provide dry, warm air in the affected areas.

Reconstruction

Water can cause structural damage to load-bearing walls, floors, and other structures. Structural damage is any destruction that impacts the core integrity of a property. Our SERVPRO team has expertise in offering full restoration services. Thus, we can complete tasks like replacing ruined flooring and installing new cabinets, lighting, and other fixtures. 

SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South understands the importance of quickly getting you back to business. So, we are committed to offering prompt and effective commercial water repair services. Call us at any time at (954) 776-2000. 

Professional Water Removal in Fort Lauderdale Rescues a Flooded Squash Court

8/15/2022 (Permalink)

Rapid water removal from hardwood flooring in Fort Lauderdale can reduce demolition and expenses. Call SERVPRO; We're Faster To Any Size Diaster.

SERVPRO's Quick Response Mitigates Water Damage in Fort Lauderdale

It is a scene that no building supervisor wants to see first thing on a weekday morning. You return from a weekend rest, open up the sports center, and discover that a burst pipe has covered the floors in water. The usually shiny, pristine squash courts are submerged, and you need urgent action to prevent irreparable damage.

The process of basic commercial water removal in Fort Lauderdale sports centers is relatively simple. SERVPRO extracts as much standing liquid as possible with a pump machine. The process is fast and efficient. However, things get trickier when we start working to remove surface water and absorbed moisture.

The Value of a Fast Response

With wood, a quick response is critical. According to the USDA, a standard 2 ¼ inch floorboard expands 1 1/28th of an inch for every one percent change in moisture. If it does not seem like a lot, know that a 150-foot squash court will likely expand by around 25 inches. Most floors cannot withstand this swelling and start to warp and buckle. So, call SERVPRO for help immediately.

The Resilience of the Floor

The likelihood of a complete restoration depends on the type of squash court. Plywood, for example, is particularly vulnerable. Once it begins to expand, it isn't easy to rescue. If it gets wet, it delaminates, and the sublayers separate. The most resilient courts feature floating boards. They can only expand sideways, and an expansion gap is built for the purpose.

The History of the Floor

SERVPRO also considers the history of the squash court when putting together a water removal plan. For instance, the number of times it is coated and re-finished impacts repairs. It is good news for sports centers and indoor courts because they are periodically re-coated to help them withstand heavy foot traffic. The more finishes it has had, the harder it is for water to penetrate the wood.

SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South is a local water damage removal and repair service. You can find us in the Fort Lauderdale area, and we promise fast responses for all flooded businesses. We're Faster To Any Size Disaster. Call us 24/7 at (954) 776-2000 to learn more about how we bring hardwood floors back to life.

Commercial Water Damage in a Fort Lauderdale Fabric Store

6/20/2022 (Permalink)

Don't Leave Wet Clothes Hanging Around in Your Ft. Lauderdale Fabric Store, Call SERVPRO

To Most Businesses in Ft. Lauderdale, Fast Water Removal is Crucial

Fabric stores and dress shops are very vulnerable to damage of many types. Even a few drops of water from a broken or misdirected sprinkler head can ruin a silk dress or cause the color in an entire bolt of cloth to run and ruin any pattern. It is always not enough to set up a big fan or move dress racks to the outside and out of standing water.

Commercial water damage to a Fort Lauderdale business can mean a weekend closure or closing its doors forever. The cleanest water still contains some contaminants, i.e., a ruptured water heater always has rust at the bottom. The situation is even worse if the water has backed into a business from a sewer line. SERVPRO has the experience and stock of cleaners and sanitizers to ensure that we can restore almost anything.

Essential cleaning agents take care of items that have been splattered or soaked in most cases. Fabrics are more sensitive than other properties due to the dyes they contain. If the water comes from an activated fire suppression system, smoke or soot residues are likely attached. Technicians are trained to examine the area of contamination and determine the best course of action. Our extensive inventory of cleaning agents lets us take care of nearly every type of mold or soil that finds its way into the water.

Cleaning the affected water damaged property may not be enough. If the dirt or other contaminant is from a sewer or septic system, fabrics and clothing require disinfection, sanitizing, and often discarding. Our disinfectants (chlorines, phenols, and alcohols) kill over 90 percent of the organisms found in the dirtiest water and are easily mixed with water to create the strength needed without ruining fabrics. Typically, these fabrics are not salvageable.

Our sanitizers are exceptional in destroying even heavy mold infestation. They are not suitable for fabric use but are perfect for removing mold from display racks, storage shelves, hangers, and countertops where textiles and clothing are laid out for the customer.

Restoring your business after a disaster can be an extensive process. SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South understands that even a few days closed can ruin a business, and we do our best to help you reopen the moment it is safe to do so. If you need us, call today at (954) 776-2000. We are here to help.

Certain Key Factors Impact Water Damage Repair in Ft. Lauderdale

5/13/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO provides well-managed water damage cleanup services for Ft. Lauderdale commercial sites.

Ft. Lauderdale Water Damage Repair Requires Proper Environmental Management

When remediating commercial water damage in Ft. Lauderdale, it pays to remain mindful of interior environmental conditions and properly manage them. Key factors like the amount of excess water present, humidity levels, air circulation, and temperature all play important roles in how quickly water-related issues can be effectively cleaned up.

The Ft. Lauderdale water damage repair professionals at SERVPRO understand the effects of these elements on drying speeds and their overall impact on the restoration process. We have routinely dealt with them while performing emergency water damage services involving everything from burst pipes and ceiling leaks to basement flooding events. With all of that said, the specific ways interior environments can slow or speed up restoration are:

• The amount of water they contain determines how fast interiors can be dried – the more standing water in an environment, the longer it is going to take to dry it up
• Overly humid places, those with a relative humidity over 60%, are much slower to dry because they can absorb less evaporated water and airborne moisture is 1,200 times less efficient to remove from a business than water
• Airflow determines how quickly water-saturated air can be replaced with dry air that is able to absorb more water vapor, which facilitates surface drying
• The temperature of a structure sets the moisture-holding capacity of its air – higher temperatures, preferably those between 70 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit on the first drying days, enable it to hold more water vapor and speed up the drying process

Considering all of these issues, our experts know the importance of extracting as much standing water as possible from structures before worrying about dehumidifying the air.

So, if your local business ever requires water damage repair, keep SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South in mind. Our skilled technicians are always here and ready to assist you at (954) 776-2000.

The Hazards of Wet Smoke Damage to Fort Lauderdale Properties

3/14/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO removes soot and smoke from a Fort Lauderdale warehouse while donning PPE.

The Challenges of Fire Restoration in Fort Lauderdale after Wet Smoke

A debilitating byproduct of combustion is smoke damage. This can impact your property in several ways, causing a need for different types of restoration and recovery. Commonly, smoke damages your business through:

• Odors
• Soil Deposits
• Residues
• Airborne Particles

What is Wet Smoke?

A formidable obstacle to fire restoration in Fort Lauderdale businesses is wet smoke. With high humidity common to the area, many fire damage incidents burn slower with this added moisture. Fires that produce wet smoke smolder, moving slowly through the property and producing large volumes of aerosolized solids to impact surfaces and the environment.

Thick Surface Deposits

Because the fire damage happens at a slower rate, and the fire itself smolders rather than burns at high heat, a greater volume of smoke solids is produced and spread throughout the property. The result is a thick deposit of soils on surfaces around where the fire takes place, requiring emulsification and dissolving products to clear and clean.

Widespread Damage Area

Yet another one of the troublesome aspects of wet smoke damage is how widespread and threatening these situations can become. Wet smoke effects can spread far beyond the ignition point with slow-burning combustion. The more areas are impacted by thick residues and airborne contaminants, the longer and more involved restoration evolves. We work fast to mitigate loss and smoke migration. In a warehouse situation, rapid degradation of exposed products to smoke and soot are rapid.

Removing Smoke Damage

To remove smoke damage, we must overcome these effects where they are found. Surface damage can be remedied using a combination of wet and dry cleaning strategies, while airborne threats are managed using HEPA filtration products like portable HEPA 500 machines. Removing smoke damage in any of its forms is critical to successful fire damage restoration in a warehouse.

For help with fire cleanup and restoration, give our SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South team a call today at (954) 776-2000.

Why Should Ft. Lauderdale Businesses Use Water Cleanup Techs?

2/16/2022 (Permalink)

You can count on SERVPRO's comprehensive commercial water damage restoration services to dry your water damage.

Lauderdale SERVPRO Water Cleanup Technicians Remediate Damage to a Pre-Disaster State

Commercial entities, regardless of size, may be tempted to perform their cleanup to code after a pipe leak or appliance failure. However, water cleanup from certified professionals can provide more comprehensive services while saving Ft. Lauderdale business owners time and money. These restoration tasks include structural repairs, controlled demolition, repainting, and carpet and drywall installation.

Ft. Lauderdale businesses requiring fast-acting water cleanup can count on SERVPRO restoration technicians to render cleanup per commercial regulations, focusing on repair over replacement where feasible. These services are available for business owners 24/7, including holidays, to keep downtime to a minimum.

Preserving Wet Sheetrock Without Demolition

Not all drywall requires controlled demolition and installation of new sheetrock after water damage. This material can be cleaned, dried, and repaired without removal in many instances of clean water damage.

• SERVPRO technicians can drill small holes into interior walls to force air into cavities with specialized air movement equipment. This process is beneficial for walls with backless cabinetry
• Walls with two layers of sheetrock require more drying time with air movers and dehumidifiers than a single layer
• Exterior walls with fiberglass insulation in a clean water damage scenario are often dried without demolition. However, drying time takes longer due to the limited airflow compared to an interior wall
• Concrete block walls may require the drilling of small holes for water drainage. So long as there are no perforations in the paints used on these structures, they typically act as a vapor barrier that minimizes moisture exposure

Commercial property owners seeking quality mitigation can contact the SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South team at (954) 776-2000 for restoration that makes the damage look “Like it never even happened.”

What Fire Mitigation Tactics Can Help Keep Plantation Facilities Operational after a Small Fire?

1/4/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO IICRC certified technicians are ready at a moment's notice for every size of commercial damage restoration you need.

SERVPRO Prioritizes Methods That Help Maintain or Reinstate Operations Faster After a Fire

Whether you have a factory, hotel, or office, closing down even for a few days creates many challenges. You might fail to meet internal objectives or disappoint your clients. Even a small fire at your Plantation facility can force such closure if not properly damaged. 

The fire mitigation processes your Plantation facility needs to depend on its layout and the intensity of the fire. For any situation, SERVPRO can find simple ways to address it, allowing you to resume partial or complete operations. 

The mitigation steps that can help you sustain operations include:

• Managing odors
• Addressing Airborne materials
• Pre-cleaning crucial areas
• Identifying any hazards

The most apparent effect of a fire is the heavy soiling and deterioration of materials. However, it can also create hazardous situations. For instance, heat can melt electrical cable insulation, creating a risk of electrocution or damage to electrical equipment. Our SERVPRO technicians use circular checkers to confirm whether there are changes to the electrical flow in your facility so that you can plug in equipment safely.

The combustion process releases various materials, including:

• Soot
• Aerosols
• Gasses

Some of these materials remain suspended in the air, diminishing their quality. Working, even in areas of your facility unreached by the fire, maybe impossible or uncomfortable when air quality is inferior. Our SERVPRO technicians use axial air movers to ventilate your facility, forcing the particulate-filled air out. We can also use noninvasive deodorization procedures such as masking agents or photocatalytic oxidizers to help minimize odors, thus improving comfort. 

The soils left on surfaces by smoke as it spreads all over the property make it difficult to use the facility. Instead of waiting for a complete cleanup, some critical areas can be pre-cleaned, thus restoring partial use. Our technicians can isolate such areas by setting up containment barriers to prevent re-soiling.

SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South looks for practical ways to handle fire mitigation, dispensing off an incident "Like it never even happened." You can reach us at (954) 776-2000.

How Can SERVPRO Help Ft. Lauderdale Businesses with Water Cleanup?

11/16/2021 (Permalink)

Each of our vehicles are stocked with restoration equipment and ready to be deployed to your water damage emergency.

SERVPRO Techs are Available 24/7 to Support the Local Business Community for Assistance with Water Damage Restoration

No matter how water damage happens in a Ft. Lauderdale business, the mitigation needs to begin as rapidly as possible to limit the downtime for the company. Every business owner knows while they are closed, their competition is open, and SERVPRO technicians work quickly for local property owners so they can reopen safely. 

Water cleanup by SERVPRO in a Ft Lauderdale business encompasses several phases to ensure no moisture gets left behind. The technicians rely on several different methods, including:

• Trained eye visual inspection
• Hygrometers for the extent of moisture saturation
• Infrared cameras to discover collections of water vapor behind walls

Many types of water damage events in a business property are preventable through regular inspections. The installation of environmental monitoring equipment can assist in catching minor problems before they become large ones. However, it is not possible to totally avoid damage from storms, mechanical failures, or vandalism. 

No matter how well-prepared you are, there's always a chance that extreme weather, mechanical failures, or other problems you can't foresee can lead to water damage. When that occurs, the important thing is to respond promptly. Water cleanup and repair for broken pipes are both simpler when they are seen promptly. That means your place of business needs a plan for facilities maintenance that includes clear lines of communication about emergencies.

SERVPRO techs recommend that local business owners create an emergency preparedness folder with basic information such as contact numbers, the chain of command for notification, and locations for the water main shutoff points. Also, include a copy of insurance coverage paperwork, so there is a clear understanding of the types of damages covered and what is out of the scope of coverage and will require out-of-pocket payment. Contact us about our ERP Emergency READY Profile Plan for commercial prevention and mitigation.

SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South at (954) 776-2000 stands ready to assist Ft. Lauderdale businesses with fast and efficient water cleanup available 24/7.

Plantation Commercial Properties Need Excellent Water Damage Restoration Results

9/24/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO professionals are trained to handle every level of water damage.

SERVPRO Comes to Your Plantation Business to Get Started Quickly to Minimize Loss with Water Damage Restoration Services

No matter the industry you are in, commercial properties faced with water damage could be in for a hefty bill and unplanned downtime. To lessen the fallout from an overflowing sink basin or burst pipes, you can call in the help of skilled technicians from SERVPRO. We know how vital water mitigation is when you run a business, so we arrive fast with our fully-stocked Green Fleet so we can get to work. We’re Faster to Any Size Disaster and take the time to ensure no detail gets overlooked.

Whether you have a restaurant or run an office, operation at total capacity is always your main focus. SERVPRO comes in, ensures the safety of our crew and anyone within your place of business. We perform an assessment that tells our crew chief the best equipment to use and methods that will get to the heart of the water damage in your Plantation property. As with any water removal services and drying, we also take time to monitor indoor air quality (IAQ) and relative humidity (RH). Some steps you may see our water restoration technicians (WRT) taking include:

• Using submersible pumps and truck-mounted extractors to pull up as much standing water as possible.
• Setting up centrifugal air movers and high-capacity fans to control air circulation.
• Turning on industrial-grade dehumidification equipment to pull moisture from the air.
• Locating hidden moisture pockets with sensors and meters so that we can eradicate them.

• Performing controlled demolition on an as-needed basis to replace unsalvageable materials with brand-new materials. Commercial Contractor License #: CBC1261730

When you hire SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South for water damage restoration and cleaning services, we make your commercial space “Like it never even happened.” Call us whenever you need us at (954) 776-2000.

Get Your Plantation Cleanup Underway with One of the Best Mold Removal Companies

8/19/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO will get to the root of your mold problem and work to eliminate and prevent further growth. Call us today for assistance.

SERVPRO is Available Plantation Mold Removal –We’re one of the Top Mold Removal Companies Around!

While performing regular cleaning throughout your commercial space, you may notice black mold development in one or more areas. If your Plantation interior has moisture issues in the bathrooms, employee kitchen, or another space, you always run the risk of some level of mold and mildew growth. Bathroom mold removal or colonization in any area is not the type of project you want to tackle on your own, as mold exposure can have the potential for health effects. Instead, calling SERVPRO gets you the prompt attention and professional cleaning you need. As far as mold remediation goes, we always leave your Plantation business interior Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned!

What is Black Mold, and How Can I Clean It?

As one of Plantation's leading mold removal companies, SERVPRO wants business owners and property managers to know that toxic black mold should always be treated with care by trained technicians. Stachybotrys Chartarum should not get disturbed as it can send spores into the air that you breathe. Some quick facts:

• Mold spores are everywhere around us, both indoors and outdoors
• Because they are microscopic, mold spores make their way through doors, windows, HVAC systems, and more
• You may start to notice damp, musty odors in areas of your building with increased moisture
• Before mold clean up, the source of any water leak or increased moisture must get addressed

SERVPRO arrives at your location with our Green Fleet filled with powerful HEPA filtration, air scrubbers, and dehumidifiers. We work to bring down the relative humidity (RH) throughout your building and work on any necessary mold damage repairs. With the application of EPA-registered cleaning agents and deodorizers, we bring your commercial space back to pre-mold condition.

Mold removal companies like SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South has the processes in place to handle your project safely and effectively. Call us at (954) 776-2000 when you need assistance!

Combating Smoke Damage in Your Fort Lauderdale Restaurant

6/2/2021 (Permalink)

Smoke and fire damage can close your business. Call SERVPRO for fast restoration.

Contending with Smoke Damage

After a fire has damaged your Fort Lauderdale restaurant, you might spend a considerable amount of time mulling over the damages and determining the best approach to get your doors back open to the public. The trouble with fires is that they often affect your business in many ways, so just handling a small part of the problem still leaves many other issues that could threaten the safety and quality of the service that you could provide to your customers.

One of the most typical obstacles that business owners face before they can reopen the doors to their Fort Lauderdale restaurant is the need for smoke cleanup. Smoke damages can show up in a few unique ways, and each of these must get addressed before your eatery can welcome your loyal customer base back through the doors. Fortunately, you have SERVPRO and our team of certified fire restoration technicians at your disposal to help the process move quickly and require less out-of-pocket expense from you.

Smoke damage is often attributed to the lingering foul odor left in the area after the fire has gotten extinguished. In truth, this symptom is only part of the problem that you face. To combat this nauseating odor that remains in the fabrics and the air of the affected areas after a fire has occurred, our SERVPRO team utilizes thermal foggers with a dense chemical compound intended to counteract the molecules of the noxious scent and leave no discernible smell behind. This process takes care of the general area and the individual contents of the room, such as furniture, fabrics, and textiles.

Vacuums are used to pull soot from surfaces and contents of the room, attributed to smoke damage to the facility. The approach is to restore the surfaces to their original conditions entirely. If this is not possible, our team works to make them suitable for repainting or resurfacing after the cleaning commences.

When you are battling all of the effects of fire damage in your restaurant, you need to immediately contact the fire restoration specialists at SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South. With your profits and customer loyalty hanging in the balance, getting your issues resolved quickly should be a top priority. Give us a call anytime at (954) 776-2000.

Mold Inspections, Remediations, and Removal Need to Be Conducted by a Team of Professionals

4/23/2021 (Permalink)

Mold remediation is a specialty of SERVPRO. Call now for fast and immediate services for your business.

Mold Remediation in Plantation is a Job for SERVPRO

Humidity is a fact of life in Florida, especially as the summer months come along. Despite many of our homes and businesses being under A/C, it is not uncommon for the weather to make its way into them, especially during the rainy season. If you suspect humidity is creating a nurturing environment for mold growth and want a mold inspection performed by a professional team, SERVPRO is your answer.

Plantation and the South Florida region are well known for their green spaces, and the area has welcomed many new residents in the last months. The city of Plantation and its leaders continuously make a conscious effort to promote green spaces and green living. It has received the Gold level designation from the Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC), recognizing the city's sustainability efforts and commitment to improving its citizens' lives through environmental stewardship. Furthermore, city officials have worked with the National Wildlife Federation to become certified as a "Community Wildlife Habitat," an accolade bestowed upon only selected communities.

The City of Plantation's commitment to the environment dates back to 1976 when it started the Street Tree Program. This program seeks to increase the tree population while enhancing the quality of life for its residents. Homeowners can participate in the program while the city provides support in purchasing the trees, planting and maintaining them.

Dealing with mold remediation in Plantation

Mold can cause health effects, and removing it should be your top priority. It is not uncommon for mold to spread throughout a building for extended periods before its inhabitants discover its existence. Being vigilant and performing a mold inspection regularly can help you avoid widespread mold contamination. The basic steps to mold removal include:

• Containment and Safety Precautions- Not surprisingly, our SERVPRO staff wears personal protective equipment to take care of mold in your business. Full body suits, masks, and respirators may be necessary to protect the staff. As a team, we raise physical barriers to the spread of mold by adding plastic sheeting around affected areas and controlling ventilation systems.
• Removal- removing mold involves discarding any materials beyond being salvaged and cleaning each surface with equipment such as HEPA vacuums and sprayers. In this process, we assess the structural integrity of furniture and space itself and make additional recommendations as needed.
• Drying- key to humidity control, we dry the area thoroughly to prevent future growth. Restoring normal humidity levels is possible thanks to specialized equipment such as air movers, dehumidifiers, and desiccants.

SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South is available around the clock to help resolve your mold situation. Call us at (954) 776-2000 and let the industry's premier team lend its expertise for your benefit. Place your trust in us and let us leave your home. "Like it never even happened."

Which is the Best Way to Perform Mold Removal in a Commercial Property?

2/25/2021 (Permalink)

We understand the need for rapid response to minimize the loss of your business property. Call us right away we are available 24/7.

Hiring Reputable Mold Removal Companies in Plantation like SERVPRO is the Best Solution

Mold is among the worst contaminants in a business, and it often grows indoors on wet or damp surfaces. It isn't easy to spot but can cause health effects to the people working or visiting a commercial property. SERVPRO restorers are ready to restore your commercial building to eliminate mold damage.

If you had water damage recently or come across signs of mold in your business, contact reputable mold removal companies in Plantation. Reliable restoration companies such as SERVPRO use advanced tools and unique but approved techniques to detect any mold contamination within your business. We can use a luminometer to test various surfaces contaminated by mold.

Some warning signs of mold in your business include:

• Musty odors, especially in dark areas.
• High moisture levels result in condensation on metal or glass surfaces.
• Health effects
• Dark spots on surfaces

We can remove the moldy materials or use highly advanced chemicals to clean the affected areas. Our technicians can use sporicides to get rid of mold on surfaces. The product also eliminates other contaminants like bacterial and fungal spores.

Avoid tackling mold-damaged areas, especially if you lack the required restoration skills. Contact SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South to ensure that your place of business is safe and secure. We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster. Talk to us today at (954) 776-2000. 

Fort Lauderdale Makes the Most of its Proximity to the Water

1/21/2021 (Permalink)

Don't let water damage stop your business from running. SERVPRO will work around the day or night for you to minimize as much loss as possible.

When water makes its way to your Fort Lauderdale business, SERVPRO is here to help.

Fort Lauderdale is no stranger to life on the water. Its privileged position in South Florida makes its beaches a popular destination for tourism and to set up a home. Considered the Yachting Capital of the World, sunshine is the norm in this city north of Miami. Port Everglades is one of the largest cruising ports in the world, making Ft. Lauderdale a popular spot for cruisers coming from all over the globe.

The Tequesta were the original inhabitants of what we now know as Ft. Lauderdale. Unfortunately, Spaniards arriving in the 16th century proved to be lethal for the Tequesta, who were suddenly facing foreign illnesses and conflict with neighboring tribes. Eventually, the tribe dwindled to just a few, and control of the area shifted throughout the years before its significant development in the 20th century. Organized development in the area began shortly before the 1900s when the Florida East Coast Railroad finalized a route through its lands. Ft. Lauderdale was incorporated in 1911.

The Florida land boom in the 1920s challenged Fort Lauderdale’s economy as the real estate bubble burst and was compounded by the aftermath of the Miami Hurricane in 1926 and the ensuing Great Depression of the 1930s. During World War II, Ft. Lauderdale saw an influx of population due to its Naval Air Station and Port Everglades. Once the war ended, many returned to the area, and its population grew significantly.

Even though Fort Lauderdale was known as a spring break haven for college students, it attracts a wealtheir cadre of tourists nowadays. Its sizable convention center, availability of international airports, and the cruising industry have raised tourism revenue for the city. Las Olas Boulevard, in downtown Fort Lauderdale, recently underwent significant redevelopment. Financial firms, hotels, and new high-rises have all made their homes in downtown and its adjacent business district. The yacht and boating industry is pivotal for the city, including the revenue and exposure caused by the annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. American Express, AutoNation, Spirit Airlines, and many others have a significant presence and provide thousands of employment opportunities.

Entertainment in Fort Lauderdale

For those seeking entertainment beyond sandy beaches, there are many options to explore. Among the most popular attractions, you can visit the following:

• Broward Center for the Performing Arts
• Museum of Discovery and Science
• IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame Museum
• Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale

Water Removal Services

Just because your business is close to the water, you shouldn’t have to worry about it being devastated by it. Should the unimaginable happen, SERVPRO is your commercial water removal resource. Our team is ready around the clock to bring state-of-the-art equipment to extract water, dry your location, and return your business to normal operations. 

Equipment may include-

• Air movers
• Dehumidifiers
• Drying mats

SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South is your business partner during your time of need. Our knowledge and expertise work for you as soon as you call us at (954) 776-2000 at any time of day. Our goal is to leave your business, “Like it never even happened.”

Ft. Lauderdale: A City That Suits Tourism

11/17/2020 (Permalink)

SERVPRO teams are ready and available 24/7 to residents in Ft. Lauderdale and surrounding areas. Call right away at (954) 776-2000.

South Florida’s City of Tourism

As one of the most popular tourist destinations for snowbirds escaping the harsh northern winters in comfortable south Florida, Ft. Lauderdale provides favorable weather, history, culture, art, and other draws. For many years beginning in the 60s, the city was one of the foremost destinations for spring break travelers from colleges across the country. After extensive damage to the municipality when these tourists boomed to more than 350,000 during this time of the year, efforts were made to significantly scale back allowances for these travelers to accommodate no more than 20-30,000 instead. Tourism still continues to be a driving force, even without the efforts to attract the college crowd in March/April.  

Where the City Got Its Name 

Much like everywhere in Florida, the area exchanged hands multiple times over its recorded history. When the land was acquired from the indigenous inhabitants, the site became an attractive location for a military outpost to protect settlements and settlers in the underdeveloped Florida territory during the Second Seminole War. A series of forts were constructed in the area, all bearing the name of Lauderdale after the commanding officer who oversaw their construction – Major William Lauderdale.

After the conflict, these forts would be abandoned, and the general area where Ft. Lauderdale now stands, would stay undeveloped for a further five decades. It would be 1893 before significant development could begin, and incorporation as a city would eventually occur in 1911. The area became more heavily populated during Florida's land boom of the 1920s, despite widespread destruction from devastating natural disasters like the Miami Hurricane in 1926 or the Great Depression taking hold of the country in the 1930s.

Effects of a Population Boom 

The immediate area around Ft. Lauderdale would experience a substantial boom in residents and development after World War II. Because of the site being used as a primary naval port, many military personnel experienced firsthand the allure of South Florida's favorable weather and beauty. Once the war reached a conclusion, soldiers and personnel wanted to find a permanent place to settle down and call their own.

This would more than double the population of this seat of Broward County between the 1950 and 1960 census. By 1970, the population had nearly doubled again from the over 36,000 residents in 1950 to almost 140,000 by 1970. With more diversity and a denser population, the business diversified. New restaurants, companies, products, and services were made available and helped the city to thrive. In this time, the city would also focus on developing secondary education platforms to encourage Floridians to stay in the area to pursue a higher level of knowledge needed in an expanding economy.

The Sun and Sand of Ft. Lauderdale 

Because tourism is a driving force of the economy, the upkeep and development of beach areas are one of the city officials' constant objectives. This work encourages the continued construction of rental properties on the beachfront and the growth of commercial structures within the blocks nearest to the ocean.

The greater Ft. Lauderdale area is home to more than 7 miles of beach, providing an assortment of employment, recreation, and entertainment opportunities for visitors and for residents. The Fort Lauderdale Beach and nearby Las Olas Beach can both be attractive options for those looking for days of relaxation and calmer settings without quite the abundance of space competition that comes with larger metropolitan regions like Miami to the south. The miles of beachfront allow for many profitable resort destinations such as the Pelican Grand Beach Resort, W Fort Lauderdale, and the Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort.

A Unique Combination of Retail and Nightlife 

Resorts and accommodations can be a significant portion of the local economy, generating close to 90 million in a small hotel development tax charged, but so are attractive developments like shopping centers and retail locations. From outlet malls outside of the city limits to many combined shopping experiences such as the Harbor Shops Mall, the Galleria at Fort Lauderdale, the Coral Ridge Mall, and the shops and specialty stores along the main strip of Las Olas Beach, the city has just what shoppers are looking for when they visit.

Being an alluring tourist destination and bolstering travel to the city means providing entertainment and action at all hours of the day. Once the sun goes down, the city comes alive with many of its premier dining destinations, which is an extensive list of more than 4,000 restaurants. The immediate metropolitan area has more than 130 nightclubs that can tailor to any taste in music or crowd.

The Potential for Mold Growth in Ft. Lauderdale Businesses  

With more than 550 hotels in Ft. Lauderdale that accommodate millions of overnight visitors throughout the year, staying ahead of potential concerns like mold development can keep structures and their customers safer. The city experiences a humid climate through most of the year, which can present scenarios where higher moisture content can directly impact exposed materials and contents within a building.

Our SERVPRO professionals must work quickly to sample and test the environment to determine mold spores' concentration. If mold is believed to exist, addressing these concerns is two-fold between eliminating active colonization through remediation practices and removing the damage source through drying and regulating airflow in the problematic areas. Remediation practices can vary based on the severity of the situation and the affected materials, making the decision vital to preserving as much of a compromised hotel lobby or room as possible.

As leading remediation professionals accredited through the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC), and National Organization of Remediators and Mold Inspectors (NORMI), we can offer real-time solutions with containment to prevent the spread and worsening of mold conditions. Remediation strategies can include surface cleaning, sanding, abrasive cleaning, and controlled demolition.

Because of the humid conditions and the high influx of traffic that can allow for water damage in your area hotel, our SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South professionals are always prepared for the possibility of mold development. Call our remediation technicians today at (954) 776-2000.

What Are Benefits in Choosing a Fire Damage Restoration Firm that Has a Commercial Contractor License?

10/12/2020 (Permalink)

Warehouse fire damage requires a multilevel restoration approach. SERVPRO has what it takes for complete restoration.

Avoid the Need to Hire Additional Contractors by Working with SERVPRO for Commercial Fire Damage Cleanup in Ft Lauderdale 

A fire disaster in your Ft Lauderdale warehouse involves dozens of phases, steps, and tasks to bring your property back to preloss condition. Finding a firm that can handle all anticipated and unexpected issues is a real bonus for a business dealing with a fire's aftermath. Streamlining the cleanup after a fire has many benefits, not the least of which is ensuring your business is back to full operation as quickly as possible. 

What Types of Fire Cleanup Tasks Benefit from a Contractor's License? 

Water removal is a priority during Ft Lauderdale fire damage cleanup. The sprinkler system and firefighters use water as an extinguisher as the fire roars through your commercial building. If the water is not extracted fast and the affected spaces dried out, building materials suffer from a double corrosion load from both fire residues and moisture. Excess water also increases safety risks -- slips, trips, falls, electric shock, and fluid-borne contaminants. Water can hide from a casual inspection but must be found and released. Commercial contractors can help with structural collapse risks from trapped water and heavy charring by: 

• Adding building supports to prevent ceilings and walls from falling or crumbling
• Drilling and sawing holes to release water from behind walls and built-in fixtures
• Punching weep holes in sagging ceilings 
• Cutting walls between studs to release the firefighting water  
• Performing controlled demolition of badly burned building materials  

Who Can Handle the Repairs and Rebuilding Post-Remediation? 

As the SERVPRO technicians clean up debris and soot residues finishing touches are needed. Our commercial contractor license permits us to move from mitigation to remediation, to building back the irreparable damage of the water, fire, flames, or restoration interventions. 

SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South maintains a commercial contractor license, enhancing our ability to take a fire damage cleanup from assessment through any needed build-back. Contact us at (954) 776-2000 to discuss options and opportunities to make it "Like it never even happened." 

Contractor Licenses:

Commercial: CBC1261730

Mold Remediation: MRSR2994

Is There A Company That Provides Commercial Fire And Water Restoration In Plantation?

8/4/2020 (Permalink)

We can help get your property back in order after any type of devastation. Call us at (954) 776 - 2000. We are always available.

SERVPRO's Rapid Response Team Expertly Provides Both Water and Fire Restoration to Any Size Commercial Building.

It does not matter if you own a small boutique or a large commercial building; if you experience water or fire damage, you need professional mediation. Why not deal with a company that can handle both situations should the need arise?

How Do You Restore My Business After Cleanup? 

Commercial buildings are prone to the same problems that residential homes experience. Pipes burst, fires happen overnight, or the sprinkler system malfunctions. Not only does SERVPRO clean your facility, but our restoration companies in Plantation will restore your business to preloss condition. Once we do the assessments, ensure the building's safety, and complete the cleanup restoration begins. You may think everything is lost, but that is not necessarily the case. SERVPRO takes the following restoration steps where applicable: 

• Wet carpet and padding can be cleaned and replaced if not delaminated.
• Subflooring can be restored.
• Sheetrock and installation are salvageable. Various methods get used depending upon fire or water damage.
• The contents of the home can be dried and restored. The content also gets sanitized with EPA-registered antimicrobials.
• Smoke residue and odors get removed.

Get Back to Business

Anytime you require restoration companies and the services they provide means downtime for your business. That means a loss of revenue for you, and the longer it goes on, the more you lose. SERVPRO gets you back in business as quickly as possible. We can work with your schedule to allow our crews to work during your closing or off-hours if you need us too. When we get finished cleaning, repairing, and restoring your business, it will be, "Like it never even happened."

Commercial water and fire restorations are one of the services we offer local businesses. Our business depends on getting your company back to normal. Contact SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South at (954) 776 - 2000 to help keep you in business during a catastrophe.

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How Can I Clean Storage Units In Plantation After Heavy Rain?

6/19/2020 (Permalink)

When commercial water issues threaten your business and your relationship to clients, contact SERVPRO.

SERVPRO Provides Commercial Water Cleanup to Businesses in Plantation Within Four Hours of Notification of Loss.

Who is responsible for water-related storage damages?

Clients renting storage in Plantation are usually responsible for keeping their unit in a usable condition. However, if water loss is the result of poor general maintenance like leaking roofs or internal drainage issues, the responsibility may lie with the unit manager. It is crucial to provide secure storage for those renting units, and water losses can affect not only the structure of the unit but also the contents within. Maintaining good relationships with renters is as crucial as your reputation for secure storage. SERVPRO offers commercial water restoration callouts to help you keep a positive relationship with your clients and to provide decisive mitigation of any damages.

How does water damage occur in storage units?

One of the main reasons businesses require commercial water cleanup in Plantation is due to the unit's structural condition. Unlike residential properties, storage units tend to have less activity and interaction. These can mean that small holes or leakages go without notice until there is substantial rainfall. The construction method of a storage unit may also increase its susceptibility to water intrusion and damage. These builds tend to have little to no insulation, which can make them extra vulnerable to temperature changes which cause condensation. Finally, a storage unit with water intrusion may go unnoticed for several weeks, which can exacerbate the problem.

Does water damage get worse over time?

Without timely intervention, clean water supplies like rainwater can pool on floors or walls. With a lack of ventilation or airflow, these areas of moisture can stagnate or promote microbial growth. SERVPRO can address these issues by thoroughly disinfecting the affected area to remove any contaminants then dispersing anti-microbial chemicals through a mister to prevent mold from recurring. When there is long-term exposure to materials, it is not uncommon to find sheetrock or concrete floors cracking. These fissures can then be painful to clean or, on walls and ceilings, affect the structural integrity of the unit itself, exposing it to further harm.

What should I do when there is a water leak in storage?

    •    Remove items from the affected area and isolate them
    •    Extract excess water
    •    Put in place an appropriate drying system

What happens to contents during storage unit restoration?

The contents of a storage unit can hold sentimental value to your clients. But when contents are packed together, they are more likely to suffer from microbial growth or water degradation. SERVPRO can set up a clean zone to place possessions while basic cleanup takes place. When there is severe water intrusion or standing water, it may be necessary to remove the contents altogether. For these circumstances, we have temporary storage facilities in a climate-controlled warehouse and can arrange for professional removal on your behalf. Once the structure returns to a sanitary state, we can return content to their original places in the unit.

How do you set up a clean zone for content restoration?

    •    Select a cool, dry area of the site for a clean zone
    •    Seal the area by placing plastic sheeting on the ground. If necessary, create a tent around the sheeting
    •    Place items individually and in isolation
    •    Establish dehumidification to prevent mold growth

Do commercial restorers fix roof leaks?

Holes in the roof of your build can lead to continuous water exposure throughout the year. SERVPRO technicians can mitigate against roof leaks by fixing a tarpaulin over the damaged roof. In wet conditions, these tarpaulins can provide a robust stopgap solution until a professional roofer arrives. We can arrange for a roofer to fix any longer-term problems on your behalf. Any additional service requirements we include within the documentation that we pass to your insurer while you have the convenience of only dealing with one company throughout the process.

Is it challenging to dry properties with structural issues?

Storage units can present several challenges to normal drying conditions. Higher ceilings or exposed walls and roofs can result in droughts. Proper drying techniques focus on controlling all aspects of the affected area using air-movers, heaters, and dehumidifiers. Droughts can present an unknown variable to the equation and slow drying times when working on commercial sites where there is high exposure to outdoor elements. Our technicians can control these variables by setting up drying tents. Using sand-bags to pin the edges of a polyethylene sheet to the floor, we can attach dehumidifiers or air-movers beneath the sheeting to create an air tent. Drying concrete floors can be much more time and energy efficient using drying tents rather than controlling the entire space.

When commercial water issues threaten your business and your relationship to clients, contact SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South at (954) 776-2000.

Can Water Get Safely Extracted From Area Rugs in My Plantation Building?

5/10/2020 (Permalink)

Water damage can cause an unfortunate setback to your business. If this happens make sure to contact SERVPRO to remediate the damage.

SERVPRO Techs Have the Equipment and Training to Restore All Types of Rugs and Carpet in Plantation Properties

When a local area rug store had an overnight pipe break, the result was a lot of rugs made from many different fiber types that needed cleaning and drying. Wool fibers react badly to lengthy water exposure, so cleanup efforts must begin quickly to lessen the loss. 

Can Area Rugs With Commercial Water Damage Get Restored?

Understanding the makeup of the rugs goes a long way towards determining if an area rug has the potential for restoration from commercial water damage in a Plantation store. Signs moisture got left behind in a rug include: 

• Musty odors
• Water spots, dye bleed or discolorations
• Separating of the backing in severe cases

What Can Go Wrong with Water Loss on an Area Rug?

In short, a lot of incorrect cleaners and methods get used. Poor outcomes can range from shrinkage to bleeding to the destruction of the fibers. There is not a single way to restore an area rug with water loss. SERVPRO techs test the fibers to determine first what materials are present from to choose the correct restoration procedures which can include any or all of the following: 

• Water removal using weighted extractor head
• "Browning" or resetting the fibers to get rid of water spots
• Using professional drying equipment and methods such as tenting
• Steam cleaning and deodorizing carpet when appropriate

The fast action by the technicians can make the difference between area rugs that get returned to their preloss condition, and rugs that are a loss from due to water. The fast move out of existing stock and cleanup of any rugs with water absorption assist in helping the rug store retain their investment in their product.

SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South at (954) 776-2000 is ready 24/7 to assist local businesses with cleanup and restoration from commercial water damage of any size.

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We Get You Back In Business After A Water Loss In Plantation

4/1/2020 (Permalink)

Our water damage inspection equipment helped discover the moisture and start the drying process in this home. Call us first for a fast response 24/7.

Cleaning and Deodorizing After Water Loss in Your Plantation Shop

While you might have been able to remove your wares and sellable goods from your Plantation shop at the initial sign of a water loss incident, there are still many steps to get it back to its original condition. While this often begins with extraction and drying efforts, it is the cleaning and deodorization that play a vital role in making space feel the way that it used to before the water loss emergency struck.

Knowing what water cleanup your Plantation shop needs after drying and recovery efforts complete is a combination of information gathered by our project manager and the ongoing evaluation of the property from our technicians working the job. Water losses can often leave residues and persistent odors behind, making it a challenge to move on after the loss. Our team of technicians can work to help with both of these concerns using sophisticated tools, potent products, and experienced personnel.

Cleaning Up After Drying 

Not all water loss incidents require build back and reconstruction, but almost every situation requires some degree of cleaning and restoration by these technicians of our SERVPRO team. Drying is the initial phase here, and once completed, we can utilize many methods to restore the look and vibrancy of affected carpeted flooring, shelves, cabinets, counters, and other areas of your water damaged shop.

Lingering Odors 

As you might have noticed after situations like rainstorms outside, water has a smell when it interacts with other materials. In a confined space like your shop, this smell can be challenging to avoid and compromising to how guests feel about being in your building. Our SERVPRO professionals have multiple strategies to remove foul odors, including:

• Thermal fogging
• Hydroxyl machines
• Ozone generators
• Abrasive cleaning

No matter what your shop needs after a water emergency, our SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South team can help with a fast response and capable equipment. From drying and cleaning to deodorization and even build back, we can make water losses “Like it never even happened,” for your business by calling (954) 776-2000.

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Destination Weddings Require Premier Water Removal Services in Plantation

2/7/2020 (Permalink)

We are available 24/7 for your water restoration needs. Give us a call at (954) 776-2000.

Our SERVPRO Teams Have The Experience and Skill To Rid Your Property of Any Water Damage that May Pose a Threat to Your Business  

Plantation is beloved by vacationers seeking warmth, sun, and forever memories with family and friends. Among those who travel here are couples who chose our community for one of the most significant happenings in their lives -- their wedding. If a water emergency threatens to derail a milestone event, people traveled for thousands of miles to celebrate, our team is ready to get things back on track fast.

Rapid Water Damage Mitigation and Remediation 

When your event center in Plantation requires water removal, a speedy response is mandatory for two main reasons. 

First, water is incredibly destructive to nearly every building material. Failing to rid the space of liquid water and then dry the structure thoroughly exposes your commercial building to permanent deterioration and nearly guaranteed mold damage. 

Second, a wet space is not what your customers expect nor purchased. A ruined wedding or other celebration breaks the contract you made with your client and is likely to destroy your reputation.

We Are Prepared to Rectify a Soggy Situation

SERVPRO crews get to work immediately, concentrating on getting your space ready for your guest’s once-in-a-lifetime experiences while preserving your investment. Here are a range of the things you can expect from our response:

Emergency Services -- Provided Immediately

• Water shut off

• Mitigation of water spread

• Pumping out and extraction of liquid water

Scoping the Job -- Refinements to Emergency Services

• Moisture detection and metering

• Evaluation of extent and intensity of damage

• Prioritizing (working with customer and insurer)

• Choosing effective remediation strategies

Implementation of Plan

• Scaling crew member numbers and equipment inventory

• Drying out affected spaces using the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) best practices

• Continuous monitoring of drying progress 

Example of a Typical Commercial Water Removal Challenge

Your customer's contract with you for space to spread out and stage their wedding. Your beautiful hardwood floors were a selling point, but now they are underwater. Here’s how we fix that:

• Water deeper than two inches pumps out into sanitary sewer lines.

• Squeegees and wand-equipped truck-mounted and portable extractors suction up the remaining liquids.

• The water beneath the polished surface must be removed as well -- a wet subfloor saturates the surface repeatedly. 

• Floor mat systems use negative pressure to pull liquids from all layers.

• Tenting of areas with 1.6 mil polyethylene allows us to force warm, moving air section by section to finish up liquid water removal and reduce moisture to normal levels.

SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South does more than removing water from your wedding center; it saves your customers’ day and your reputation. Call us at (954) 776-2000 as soon as the water rises to get a momentous event back on schedule.

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What is the Best Way to Handle Commercial Water Cleanup in Plantation Commercial Properties?

1/6/2020 (Permalink)

SERVPRO is always on call to handle your commercial water damage, with the least intrusion to your business.

Common Issues During Commercial Water Cleanup in Plantation Properties 

While the goal during any water damage is to limit loss for the property owner, the need is even more significant when dealing with water loss to commercial property. Situations such as being closed for too long can result in the closure of the business.  

One of the main elements for a successful outcome for commercial water cleanup in Plantation businesses is that the actions begin as soon as possible after the initial damage.  

Controlled Demolition is Standard

Because of how quickly water wicks into sheetrock, SERVPRO technicians cut away the damaged areas using flood cuts. This action serves a dual purpose to inhibit further loss and makes it easy to make repairs. The flooring may delaminate or require removal to dry subflooring after exposure to water. Any removed tiles get inspected for the potential for reuse after cleaning and sanitization. 

Rapid Water Extraction

The professional equipment allows techs to remove the water quickly. Whether it is a small, localized area or a large scale water loss event, SERVPRO has the specialized extraction equipment, including truck-mounted units, to clean up and dry the property.  

One Service for Cleanup and Reconstruction

With its commercial contractor license #CBC1261730, SERVPRO offers property owners the hassle-free service of both restoration and rebuilding services. This assistance is especially helpful as the techs already know everything that requires repairs as they handled the mitigation. Plus, it limits the downtime necessary to repair the business and ready it for reopening.  

Mold Will Not Be an Issue

Mold is a common issue after a water loss incident. However, with the knowledge the techs possess as certified mold remediation experts license #MRSR2994, it does not have to be. They know the warning signs of a mold infestation and how to treat it without the danger of spreading spores.  

Final Touches Before Reopening

No one wants to work in or come to a business that has a musty scent. SERVPRO techs have advanced equipment for the neutralization of any residual odors. Leaving the premises smelling as clean as it looks. 

Contact SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South at (954) 776-2000 when you need commercial water cleanup. They have the equipment and experience to make the water loss to your property, "Like it never even happened." 

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How Water Damage Can Cause Mold to Grown in Your Plantation Library

10/15/2019 (Permalink)

Keep mold from colonizing in the library. Call us today!

Lingering Water Causes Mold Growth in Your Plantation Library 

Libraries hold hundreds, if not thousands, of novels and publications. Because of how challenging it can be to prevent storm damage in our coastal community, our team has a rapid response to these emergencies. Keeping your building dry, especially during the hurricane seasons, can help you to reduce the likelihood of mold development and other harmful effects.  

As challenging as it might feel to prevent unexpected roof and structural damage that leads to water penetration, the threat of mold damage to Plantation businesses like your library should be a strong motivator. Mold develops in as little as 48 hours under the right conditions, and growing colonies can spread quickly to surfaces and materials. Our SERVPRO professionals can help to address these threats in the earliest stages when you first discover colonization and have remediation tactics to help your property through every stage of recovery. 

Your primary investment in a library rests in the pages of the literary works stocked on the shelves. Because heightened moisture typically exists throughout the year, we must diligently prepare for mold in the Ft. Lauderdale area to develop at any time. With the excessive damage that can occur to construction materials, carpeting, and even furniture in the building, we heavily rely on the expertise and trade experience of our remediation contractors (MRSR2994.) This division can carefully address controlled demolition issues, document drying, and other threats common to mold recovery.  

One of the best methods of reducing the widespread mold damage and ruin of the books and publications you have in the library is establishing defenses against the spread of spores, contaminants, debris, and other particulates. Containment protocols like the creation of a negative air space bordered with 6mil plastic sheeting prevent the spread of active spores while our remediators work to eliminate mold colonization in the damaged areas. 

The library sees foot traffic every day, and the presence of mold can create a hazardous atmosphere for your readers until the situation gets resolved. No matter when you find mold growing in your building, our Applied Microbial Remediation Technicians of SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South can help. Contact us anytime at (954) 776-2000. 

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We Can Save Your Fire Damaged Laundromat In Davie

8/19/2019 (Permalink)

A fire at your laundromat can drive you out of business in an instant.

Resolving Problems Likely To Develop After Commercial Fire Damage In Your Davie Laundromat

A fire at your Laundromat can drive you out of business in an instant, especially if it happens late at night when no one is around to take immediate action. Various factors can spark such fires, including faulty appliances or poor practices when using some equipment such as driers. Hiring professional restorers can help ensure business in your Davie Laundromat rebounds faster by addressing all the issues that develop.

Shattered windows and blackened surfaces
Incidents of commercial fire damage in your Davie Laundromat can have far-reaching effects because of aspects like heat, air currents and smoke interacting with the structure and contents during the fire. For instance, the extreme heat can lead to thermal expansion or other deformation of the window frames causing glass panes to shatter. Soot and other smoke deposits also blacken interior and exterior walls. Our SERVPRO technicians provide different solutions, including boarding up openings left when windows shatter and handle difficult cleaning tasks.

Tough Cleaning Tasks
One difficult cleaning task is removing soot residues from exterior walls, especially if it is stucco. The soot forms a greasy mess, which is hard to remove using regular detergents and water. Bleaches such as chlorine, on the other hand, can damage the cement composition, which would change the color of stucco. Our SERVPRO technicians use professional cleaning agents such as oxygen bleach cleaner.  We also have different tools like vacuums to remove soot dust before starting the cleaning process. We also have pressure washers to rinse off the cleaning agents better.

Removing Noxious Smells
People expect a Laundromat to look and feel clean. After a fire, smoke odors might linger even after thorough cleaning and rebuilding of the damaged areas, thus interfering with your normal business operations. Our SERVPRO crews can use advanced deodorization procedures to eliminate the odor.  Because humidity tends to make odors seem sharp, we first dry all excess moisture from the structure. We also use various advanced equipment to neutralize odors including:

    •    Hydroxyl Generators
    •    Ozone Machines
    •    ULV foggers
    •    HEPA Filtered Air Scrubbers

Restoring fire damage at your commercial establishment can take long. Call SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South at (954) 776-2000 to help expedite the process. We’re Faster to Any Size Disaster.

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SERVPRO Responds to Commercial Water Removal for Plantation Businesses

7/2/2019 (Permalink)

Dirty Laundry? No Problem for SERVPRO to Keep the Plantation Laundromat Open for Cleaning after a Water Flooding

Reach Out to Professional Plantation Water Cleanup Services When a Washer in Your Laundromat Leaks

Owning a building full of washing machines certainly increases the chances of needing the assistance of professional water cleanup services. In the case of your laundromat, one of the water supply lines attached to a washing unit broke and caused water to spill out onto the floor rapidly. By the time that you manage to turn off the water in the building, the nearby floor and the adjacent walls were significantly impacted.

To minimize the damage to your laundromat, call for local Plantation water cleanup services. Addressing the spill yourself would be challenging, and you may end up missing spots of water that you cannot see. Allowing professionals to handle the cleanup job makes room for you to focus on your business and ensuring that foot traffic to the undamaged section of the laundromat remains intact. Why place your patrons in jeopardy with possible slippage, falling, and maybe then even suing?

SERVPRO understands how stressful sudden water damage can be for any business owner. We always go the extra mile to make sure that we arrive at your location as soon as we can. Furthermore, we work whenever you need us to, whether it's three in the morning or three in the afternoon.

Once SERVPRO arrives, we can section off the area that we are remediation. Doing so can ensure that people still feel comfortable using the undamaged portion of your laundromat. From there, our water damage restoration technicians can focus on removing the standing water from your building. We can use equipment such as wet/dry vacuums and extractors to remove the water swiftly.

SERVPRO can search for any remaining pockets of water that might be unseen by using infrared cameras. Furthermore, we can also check the moisture levels with moisture meters. If the levels seem off, we can use devices such as axial fans, air movers, dehumidifiers, heaters, and drying mats to address any water damage on your property.

Protecting your equipment from water damaging effects of rust or electrical motor failure is a goal we reach for during the mitigation service.

When you need water cleanup services, never hesitate. Get in contact with SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South by dialing (954) 776-2000. Night or day, our technicians are available when you need them.

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Ft. Lauderdale Shop Owners Often Rely on SERVPRO for Discreet Mold Remediation

6/4/2019 (Permalink)

Mold Remediation for a Ft. Lauderdale Cafe by SERVPRO Saves Your Morning Coffee

How You Can Handle Mold Damage Found in Your Ft. Lauderdale Cafe  

Florida is known for its incredibly hot and humid weather, and that weather can cause mold damage if buildings are not adequately made to withstand the typical conditions of the region. High humidity means that your cafe is continuously exposed to excess moisture in the air. It is essential for buildings to be built correctly, and encourage free airflow, so the humid air cannot linger for too long. Furthermore, keeping the temperature inside of your cafe at a specific point can help ensure that excess moisture cannot cause problems for you, such as mold damage.

In the case of your Ft. Lauderdale cafe, the mold damage was caused by excess moisture lingering inside of the building due to humidity and the lack of a working A/C unit. When something breaks, sometimes you may be tempted to put off repairing it, especially if the repair may be an expensive undertaking. However, it only takes seventy-two hours of exposure to excess moisture for microbial growth to begin.
 
Always remember, when you find mold damages inside of your establishment, it is essential to call for help immediately. Swiftly calling for a cleanup and restoration company, like SERVPRO, can ensure that the remediation goes much smoother. Mold can cause health effects, and it is against food safety standards to run a cafe that has been infected with it. The quicker the problem is dealt with, the better it is for your foot traffic and your business. A customer leaving a bad review can damage your reputation as a clean establishment, offering a refreshing respite from a long day.
 
SERVPRO is always available whenever you need a team of our talented technicians. No matter when you find the damage on your property, our doors are open, and a representative is ready to answer the phone. We take arriving at your establishment as quickly as possible very seriously and pride ourselves on our reputation of time-management. We're Faster To Any Size Disaster.
 
Once SERVPRO gets to your establishment, we can immediately get to work and set up a barrier of plastic sheeting around the mold damage. It is essential to contain the active mold spores throughout remediation, so they do not spread to a different section of your cafe.
 
From there, our technicians can set up air scrubbers to pull any airborne spores from the air while we work, and to neutralize the musty scent that comes hand-in-hand with mold damage. Using a disinfectant, SERVPRO can remove the mold from the surfaces of your walls. Furthermore, we can use an antifungal agent to ensure that regrowth does not happen and then return your cafe to you in its pre-mold condition.
 
When mold damage strikes, get help immediately. Reach out to SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South by calling (954) 776-2000. Night or day, we are ready to help.

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Call Our Specialists 24/7 If A Fire Has Damaged Your Fort Lauderdale Restaurant

4/15/2019 (Permalink)

If you need our services to mitigate damage from a disaster in your business, call us today at (954) 776-2000.

Restoring Commercial Fire Damage In A Fort Lauderdale Restaurant

In the restaurant business, sometimes accidents happen. Commercial fire damage is a common risk that, with diligence and regular maintenance, can be mitigated almost entirely. However, when a grease fire during lunch service covers your kitchen in unsightly soot, it can be overwhelming to consider the amount of cleanup that needs to take place before you re-open your doors.

Fortunately, when you have commercial fire damage in your Fort Lauderdale small business, certified SERVPRO technicians are here to restore your commercial facility to its pre-existing condition while observing all regulations and codes so that you can get back to business as usual without worry.

When our SERVPRO team comes to your business, we can thoroughly wipe down your fixtures to prevent soot corroding your utensils, furniture, and electronics. Our team can clean your fixtures to eliminate future fire risks that you may have been unaware of previously. Grease and proteins burned in fires can leave filmy residues that impart foul odors on surfaces in your kitchen, and untreated soot can corrode surfaces if allowed to go acidic.

Another concern after soot cleanup is the elimination of odor, and SERVPRO has the tools to address commercial kitchen fires in your establishment. Vent systems can be cleaned with a variety of agitation tools including brushes, augers, and air whips, while loose soot and buildup are vacuumed up, which prevents your HVAC system from spreading odor throughout your facility. Deodorization can be accomplished with industrial-grade box fans, HEPA air scrubbers with carbon and potassium permanganate filters, and even sprayers to address odor-causing particles and on charred stainless steel fixtures.

SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South is dedicated to disaster cleanup, whether commercial or residential. If you need our services to mitigate damage from a disaster in your business, call us today at (954) 776-2000.

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Some Options for Commercial Water Damage Remediation in Your Fort Lauderdale Business

3/24/2019 (Permalink)

Patients depend on your clinic for their health needs. Should the business location suffer from water damage, contact SERVPRO for remediation.

Reconstructing Water-Damaged Areas of Your Fort Lauderdale Clinic

When water loss incidents occur in your Fort Lauderdale clinic, you have a finite amount of time to get the right professionals working to recover and restore the resulting damages. With so many patients and personnel depending on the facility, even a small water loss incident could displace many appointments and necessary procedures. Our professionals can help with a 24-hour emergency response. We can be there for you whenever disaster strikes, arriving with the tools and experienced personnel to help.

Water damage repairs in Fort Lauderdale are often necessary when substantial water loss incidents occur in your medical facility. Our SERVPRO professionals can identify the full extent of the damage from the time that we first arrive, detailing and demolition that must occur and the subsequent reconstruction necessary to restore the property successfully. Our crew features experienced, licensed contractors with hands-on experience in commercial construction, giving us a comprehensive approach to water damage recovery for your business.

The priority upon our arrival is noting the source of the water damage and making certain that the appropriate measures have gotten taken to repair this source. With substantial water loss events that require reconstruction, often burst or broken plumbing pipes are to blame. We can identify this point and repair the compromised plumbing if this has not already taken place.

Controlled demolition requires our SERVPRO team to assess each structural element individually for its structural integrity and possibility of restoration. We only remove damaged elements that cannot get restored with our conventional approaches. Once mitigation and demolition complete, our experienced contractors can begin work immediately on restoring these removed materials. With our seamless transition between these two phases, we can get your clinic ready for the final touches of restoration quickly so that your doors do not stay closed a moment longer than necessary.

While you cannot predict when disasters like water loss incidents can strike, you have to have a plan in place to restore these damages to keep your staff and patients safe. Our SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South rapid response team can arrive quickly to the emergency with the experience and equipment to help. Give us a call today at (954) 776-2000.

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Do Not Let Mold Take Over Your Plantation Property Contact Our Team Of Experts For Help!

12/10/2018 (Permalink)

If a leak has been discovered in your warehouse building in Plantation, you could be dealing with mold growth.

Commercial Mold Remediation For Your Plantation Business

If a leak has been discovered in your warehouse building in Plantation, you could be dealing with mold growth as well, primarily if the leak was undetected at first. If the moisture was sitting for even a day or so, the mold might have had a chance to begin growing. Without professional help to clean it up, the problem only continues.

Commercial mold remediation in Plantation is essential when you discover mold growing in your building. Mold can cause health concerns, so to protect you and your employees, it is essential to have it taken care of right away. A significant reason to dry materials which are water-soaked promptly is to prevent permanent damage from fungi. Mildew, mold, and bacteria are responsible for decomposing organic materials.

SERVPRO technicians follow IICRC standards and guidelines when it comes to handling mold growth. We use work practices to keep the mold from spreading and to keep you and our workers safe. We also record conditions in the building, such as the extent of contamination and the amount of moisture saturation.

To keep mold from spreading to nearby clean areas, we may place negative air machines near where drywall demolition occurs to reduce the how much airborne mold our staff are exposed to and make the mold removal process more efficient.

If the mold has grown above normal levels, the best solution is for us to get rid of the mold contamination. We can accomplish this by removing materials that are affected by growing mold, vacuuming the mold spores into HEPA filters, and by wiping surfaces which are soiled with detergent cleaning products and damp cloths.

Correcting the problem of moisture is the key to dealing with the mold properly. We stop the source of the moisture which initially contributed to the growth of mold. Even the best efforts for cleanup won’t keep the mold from coming back if your building continues to have issues with moisture.

At SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South, we understand that finding mold growth in your business in Plantation, Davie, or Ft. Lauderdale can be a bit overwhelming. However, when you reach out to us at (954) 776-2000, we waste no time in getting to you so we can help make your building safe again.

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Fight Black Mold With The Help of Our SERVPRO Heroes

10/5/2018 (Permalink)

Our team has got your back when your store needs mold remediation services.

Removing Mold From Your Ft. Lauderdale Retail Store

While you might think that Black Friday can leave your Fort Lauderdale retail store in shambles, an actual disaster can cause even more detrimental effects. One of the things that many business owners do not even consider is the threat of mold growth in their retail stores. However, with just a small set of conditions to get met to allow for mold colonization, it is not as unlikely as you might believe.

One of the things that many business owners do not fully understand about mold in their Fort Lauderdale property is the detrimental effects to their investment, the building itself, and the customers and staff who fill it every day – leading to a need for mold remediation. The more you know about the dangers and risks of mold growth in your store, the better prepared you are to call remediation specialists like our SERVPRO team when the time comes.

With the kind of natural disasters that remain a persistent threat to the area throughout the year, flooding is always something that lingers in the mind of shop owners and homeowners throughout the region. Overcoming these effects might seem straightforward, but failure to remove all of the moisture and dampness these disasters leave behind can keep a door open for mold and microbial growth within your building that spreads quickly throughout the affected area.

Since the organism feeds on organic materials, the stock that you have in store itself becomes at risk immediately once a colony has formed. Spores travel far from the initial colony to seat into new materials such as clothing on racks and can erode and degrade these items to the point that they are irreparably damaged. Our SERVPRO professionals can respond quickly to help isolate the colony and keep this organism from spreading any farther than it already has while our technicians work to remove it entirely.

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While there are plenty of situations that you need to get prepared for when it comes to running a retail store, disasters like mold growth require you to seek the expertise and training of skilled professionals. Our SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South mold remediation specialists can help you to remove the active colony and restore the damage that it has caused to your building. Give us a call anytime that you need us at (954) 776-2000.

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Choosing Professional Carpet Drying For Your Fort Lauderdale Business

8/13/2018 (Permalink)

Drying the affected area is critical to prevent mold and mildew growth, not to mention a continual weakening of structural components.

Professional Carpet Drying

Routine maintenance of your Ft. Lauderdale business can sometimes be trying enough, especially when your business sees a lot of foot traffic. Carpets often take the worst of these effects from the high volume of customers or clients, and this is made even worse when you have an emergency that leaves water damages throughout areas of your facility.

While you seek first to repair whatever the source of the water damage was, you also have to think about the most efficient manner for carpet drying in your Ft. Lauderdale business. One of the things that you need to consider when you have oversaturated carpeting is that time is not on your side. Pooling water and damp areas can weaken structural elements and ultimately cause irreparable damages if the situation does not get addressed promptly.

Water damage in the carpets of your business can get addressed in several steps, and these need to happen as quickly as possible to ensure the preservation of the materials. Extraction for oversaturated carpeting and pooling is a process that typically requires a specialized tool known as a weighted extractor. Given the magnetism for fibers in the carpet to hold on to dust, debris, and even the water in this situation, wet-vacs are less effective in these situations. Instead, a ride-on machine forces water to the surface to get extracted by pushing it out with a heavy roller.

Drying the area is critical to prevent mold and mildew growth, not to mention a continual weakening of structural components. If the water damage gets deemed deep enough, drying mats might get used to penetrate into the subflooring and dry the damage. Damage towards the surface can often get resolved with the use of air movers and dehumidifiers.

While this might have given you a more technical approach to the way that we can dry out carpeted areas in your facility, it shows you the level of dedication that our professionals put into a project like this. Given the concerns when areas of your facility are inadequately dried, trust our SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South restoration technicians to do what it takes to restore these areas promptly. Give SERVPRO a call anytime at (954) 776-2000.

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Know Who to Call When Water Damage Affects Your Ft. Lauderdale Store

7/8/2018 (Permalink)

If your retail location suffered from a water damage emergency, that takes priority to remediate. Contact SERVPRO for quick drying action.

Team SERVPRO Follows a Proven Process When Remediating Your Store After Water Damage

As a business owner, you pour everything you have into helping your Ft. Lauderdale retail store succeed. For you, this means long hours in the hopes that your store reaches the levels of notoriety that you had dreamt. Unfortunately, a water incident in your shop can leave you unable to serve the customers of the community, and so taking care of these situations as they happen are of the utmost importance.

While you might not always think about the professional restoration companies that exist throughout the region, it is nice to have a plan in place in case you require fast restoration for water damages in your Ft. Lauderdale store. Our SERVPRO team prides itself on rapidly responding to both commercial and residential emergencies to get the job done quickly and to prevent further damages from occurring.

When our team of professionals arrives at your retail location, we assess where the damage came from and how widespread it actually is. In some scenarios, your business might only require concentrated cleaning and drying efforts to a small portion of the building. Others require more intricate equipment and personnel to bring the affected areas of the shop back to preloss conditions.

Whatever the cause of the damage, preventing it from happening again in the immediate future is a significant step in our overall restoration efforts. This process might require our SERVPRO technicians to replace or repair breaks in the plumbing, or help you to find the appropriate contractor to rebuild damaged areas that allowed for water penetration.

As always, drying the affected areas is the essential component to restoration. This step ensures that further damage does not occur and prevents situations like mold growth from compounding on the already present problem you face.

While you might not ever fully prepare for water damages affecting your business unexpectedly, knowing whom to call in a situation like this can help you to keep your doors open to the community that you serve. You can rely on the rapid response of our SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South water damage restoration technicians. Give us a call 24/7 at (954) 776-2000.

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Commercial Water Damage Can Compromise Food Safety Where Patrons Dine in Ft. Lauderdale

5/15/2018 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Dries Out Your Favorite Venue in Ft. Lauderdale.

SERVPRO Strives to Cleanup and Restore Your Ft. Lauderdale Business with Minimal Disruptions

Ft. Lauderdale has many different venues for tourists, visitors, and locals to enjoy time with friends and family while being entertained. A majority of these activities seem enhanced when we include food, so many establishments provide a variety of items to guests. Not only does this increase your guests' satisfaction but it also adds considerably to your profits.
 
Local food regulations require you maintain a clean environment where food storage and preparation takes place in your Ft. Lauderdale venue, but commercial water damage can make this difficult to achieve. Crumbling sections of walls, countertops, and other parts of your kitchen can cause food contamination nightmares. Not only that, but establishments of any kind with water damage also have higher incidences of pest infestations. We work hard to do our part to keep the local food inspectors satisfied with the sanitation in your establishment.
 
One of the problems with such catastrophes involves social media. Building your reputation in today's business world relies heavily on customer feedback, often on sites under outside control. Once a business receives a negative review, it typically remains on the internet permanently. SERVPRO technicians can help your business thrive by mitigating water damage before these catastrophes happen and diminish your patrons' experience. Positive word-of-mouth advertising can only promote your business, and we aim to help you achieve this and avoid any negativity that water damaged food preparation areas can cause.
 
We can work discretely and alongside your employees when needed helps you carry out your normal business operations without interruption. This can often happen when you detect water damaged areas before they become too large. Prevention always costs considerably less and requires significantly less time, as well. More extensive damage might require temporary closure of your business, and this can quickly affect profits.
 
Our employees are skilled in the diverse aspects of mitigation and also in carrying out these steps in the presence of other people, including your patrons. However, we can often finish mitigating an empty building faster and more efficiently, and with less risk of injury to others than we can in an occupied building. Discussing your options in this regard can help you decide how you would like for us to proceed.
 
At the first sign of water damage in your entertainment venue, contact us, SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South, your local experts in disaster mitigation, by calling (954) 776-2000. We can help you keep your patrons happy and safe by avoiding possible contaminants in your food preparation environment through proper and effective mitigation.

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When You Require Complete Water Damage Repairs For Your Ft Lauderdale Bar

2/20/2018 (Permalink)

Keep Your Bar Open for Ft. Lauderdale Vacationers After Water Damage--Call SERVPRO

Water Removal is a Key Component of SERVPRO Restoration for Your Commercial Establishment

When your business suffers water damage, especially a significant disaster, it can be difficult to determine the most efficient and cost-effective means of moving forward. As with any business, your Ft. Lauderdale bar cannot expect to make any money when you cannot open your doors to the paying customers that want to get inside, so time is of the essence to get the issues resolved and the damaged restored as quickly as possible. Time is money, after all.
 
While you might be aware that SERVPRO can handle water damage without much trouble, you might not be aware that our team is also able to handle the necessary water damage repairs to your Ft. Lauderdale bar as well. You can have both the means of getting the immediate damage restored as well as fixing structural concerns and problems that prevent you from functioning like you used to before the incident.
 
It begins with thoroughly assessing the source of the damage that you have experienced in the bar. Typically speaking, even significant water damage comes from one central point, be it a break in the water lines inside of the building, appliance malfunctions, or something of this nature. Initially, this source has to get shut down to allow for the immediate restoration and water removal efforts to begin.
 
Once the affected areas have gotten restored, our SERVPRO technicians assess the areas in need of structural repair and plumbing repairs to prevent future problems. Material like drywall can get significantly damaged by the presence of pooled water, so portions of this often need to get replaced when you have water emergencies inside of your facility. Fortunately, we partner with the skilled commercial contractor for rebuilding after our water restoration service is complete.  
 
The same can get said for the plumbing inside of the bar as well. When you have breaks and ruptures that were the cause of this initial water damage, these are areas of your plumbing that have to get replaced and repaired before the restoration efforts can get deemed successful.
 
As you can see, there are many sides to the SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South restoration team. When you are grappling with water damage to your business and need a quality restoration outfit to get you back on your feet, give our team a call today at (954) 776-2000.

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Commercial Carpet Drying in Fort Lauderdale Offices

12/26/2017 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Cleans and Restores Water Damaged Commercial Carpeting in Fort Lauderdale

SERVPRO Tries to Quickly Restore Water Damaged Carpets While Allowing the Office Operations to Continue

The goal of restoring the effects of water damage in Fort Lauderdale is to preserve the affected building and its contents. One of our first concerns is the carpet. In a business that may already be struggling, replacing the carpet may be the final expense that closes their doors permanently. Alternatively, it may be part of the fine ambiance of an office that leads to a successful enterprise.

 For commercial carpet drying, Fort Lauderdale business owners need SERVPRO to understand the primary problems with carpets and how to deal with them. Once exposed to water, each one is at risk for latex deterioration and backing separation, also called delamination.
 
Carpets have primary and secondary backings. Latex is what manufacturers use to attach carpet fibers to the primary backing and the primary to the secondary backing. Unfortunately, latex breaks down immediately after installation. It is a very slow process, however, and most carpets have a fairly long life. Exposure to water breaks down the latex more quickly, causing the fibers and the backings to separate.
 
Delamination first shows up as bubbles. They form when air finds its way between the two backings. Air bubbles the first form in high traffic areas like entryways, hallways, and waiting rooms. There is often water in the bubbles as well. Delamination can also happen because of poor installation. SERVPRO technicians know that the only way to prevent these problems is to carefully draw water out of each carpet and thoroughly dry them.
 
We begin by pumping out any standing water and then use extraction wands to draw moisture out of the carpets. Technicians use these devices carefully since there is the possibility of aggravating or even causing delamination by using the wands on too high a setting when the latex is wet, and the backings are more vulnerable to separation.
 
Some buildings use a commercial grade, short-napped carpet that is glued to the subfloor. In these cases, if there is a lot of standing water, we may use a "Rover" which is similar to a riding lawn-mower to vacuum water from the material. We can attempt to "float" the edges by the baseboards to induce a faster rate of evaporation.

After we complete extraction, we set up a series of air movers and axial fans. The air movers force warm, dry air over the carpet surface. We can adjust the angle, intensity, and temperature of each device to ensure the carpet dries quickly but does not cause any secondary damage. The box fans we install at exit points draw cool, damp air from the affected rooms, hallways, and other areas which allows the air movers to work more efficiently.
 
Returning every business to a dry, safe state is important for our local and state economies. If your business needs our help, SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South is here to offer assistance. Call (954) 776-2000 today for more information and to set up an appointment.

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Minimize Disruption By In-Place Carpet Drying For Your Fort Lauderdale Business

10/26/2017 (Permalink)

A water event that saturates the carpeting in a furniture store setting poses a threat of causing major damage.

Carpet Drying For Your Business

A water event that saturates the carpeting in a commercial setting poses a question for the Fort Lauderdale business owner. Removing carpeting and padding for drying off-site may close your location down twice, once for the pullout, and a second time to reinstall. Finding a carpet drying firm that offers in-place drying limits downtime if done skillfully.

In-place carpet drying for your Fort Lauderdale furniture store is feasible as the water soaking the area is clean, from supply pipe break and the carpet laid over a concrete subfloor. The display furnishings need not all be removed from the showroom, simply repositioned as our team works through the room. The project manager carefully weighs the pros and cons and suggests the in-place method, confident our trained technicians and specialized equipment are up to the task.

No cutting of carpet or unraveling of seams is necessary when the in-place method wins. SERVPRO work crews receive advanced education in the methodology of this strategy, including the order of very specific steps. Extraction of the water is the initial job, and must be done aggressively, as the process only works if the majority of the water is removed from both carpet and padding before moving on to drying technologies.

Weighted extractors use both suction and pressure to move the moisture out of the fibers. The center of the area is treated first, followed by the perimeter. If water is migrating to dry areas during the extraction, the SERVPRO crew members focus on 10-foot square sections at a time, using a wand before the weighted extractor to limit the migration.

The carpet may appear dry, but if the padding still holds significant water, it continuously wicks into the carpeting. Expect the SERVPRO team to inspect the progress made periodically, checking the padding in accessible areas for water load and resuming extraction over a previously completed area until the pad holds no water.

Extraction in-place seems more time consuming, but it is still much less disruptive and takes less time overall than a tear out and replacement. Once areas of the carpeting and underlying padding approach the moisture level desired, SERVPRO workers position air movers and industrial strength, specialized dehumidifiers to move moisture from the carpet fibers to the air. The movement of the air and action of the dehumidifiers cause the ambient humidity to reduce as the water-laden air plays across the coils and condenses within the dehumidifiers.

SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South has the experienced and trained technicians and specialized equipment to dry even large areas of wet carpeting in-place. Call (954) 776-2000 as soon as possible after a water event to schedule an evaluation and move quickly to dry out your business’s carpeting.

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Clogged Drains Go From Congested To Catastrophic In Fort Lauderdale Restaurants

6/30/2017 (Permalink)

SERVPRO recognizes the importance of being proactive, while also ready to react and restore if water damage happens in your restaurant.

Water Damage Caused By Clogged Drains

It comes as no surprise that a well-maintained restaurant kitchen has as part of the plan routine clearing of the sinks and drains. It also is typical that this type of maintenance can be overlooked, resulting in a very inconvenient outcome for the business owner, employees, and customers. SERVPRO recognizes the importance of being proactive, while also ready to react and restore if the worst happens.

During the dinner rush, a slow-draining pipe clogged completely, causing water damage needing immediate repairs at your Fort Lauderdale seafood restaurant. Water, food debris, and sewage discharged in the kitchen, halting food service for the night. A crisis like this is when your business needs our swift and focused assistance.

When this kind of damage and need for repairs presents, you deserve a steadfast and professional partner during the restoration. We offer speedy service, delivering results within hours of our team arriving on your premises. Increase the likelihood of reopening soon by working with us ahead of time. We may not predict what catastrophic event befalls your eatery, but our SERVPRO Emergency Ready Plan and Profile (ERP) gives you the opportunity to devise a repair and restoration blueprint with us long before a problem happens.

One of our experienced project managers assesses your physical layout, talking with you to understand the way your restaurant operates and what your priorities are should there be a water damage challenge. Key information like the location of shut offs and the chain of command among your staff if you are unavailable allow us to spring into action right away. A mobile app walks you through a series of questions that further informs our crews. You and our SERVPRO representative complete the ERP and then you or your designated employees have the ability to activate the plan based upon the profile from a mobile device.

We then mobilize, arriving at your restaurant with a clear vision of the steps needed to abate and repair the water damage. Industrial strength water extraction and proper understanding of local contaminated water disposal procedures set the stage for cleanup and drying strategies. Repairs of the water damage affecting flooring, walls, furniture, and appliances then begin, always with the aim of limiting sharply any time the restaurant needs to be closed.

Call (954) 776-2000 to set up an Emergency Ready Profile and Plan with SERVPRO of Ft. Lauderdale South.

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