Is your Business Prepared?

7/1/2022 (Permalink)

Do your employees know what to do in the event of a disaster? Who do they call if they open in the morning and your business is flooded? What if the break room a microwave starts a fire?

SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol is here to help. We offer a free service called an Emergency Ready Profile. This is a file that we create for your business to keep in a central location that contains emergency contacts, utility company phone numbers, locations and pictures of the utility shut-offs for your building, and any special instructions that you would like to include. We will also attach tags to the utility shut-offs so that they are immediately visible.

Time is always a factor in these types of situations. Having a plan will help to ensure that the damage to your business is minimized.

After everyone is safe and any necessary emergency responders have been called, be sure to call SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol at 423-245-5552 so we can get you back open for business as quickly as possible!

Commercial Building Restoration

7/1/2022 (Permalink)

Commercial Water Damage

Water damage can happen in many ways. Heavy rain, sprinkler line break, or there could be an overflowing toilet that causes damage in a structure. A frozen pipe could burst and cause extensive damage in the wintertime. A burst pipe or a leaking roof in a manufacturing plant can shut down the production line causing huge losses. Our goal is to minimize downtime and to get your business back up and running at full speed. 

Commercial Fire Damage

A fire in your commercial building can result in extensive damage. Even small, contained fires that are isolated and extinguished quickly can cause extensive damage. It's the smoke that travels seemingly everywhere that is the culprit and causes most damage after a fire. Smoke can get into the ductwork and quickly spread throughout the building. With fire and smoke damage, it's essential to hire fire restoration professionals that can quickly restore your business, warehouse, or retail space. 

If your business suffers a disaster call SERVPRO of Kingsport/Bristol at 423-245-5552. 

3 Reasons You Should Call SERVPRO for ANY Large Loss

1/16/2022 (Permalink)

1.  Many Franchise Locations

SERVPRO has over 1,700 franchise locations. This means that the closest professionals can arrive on site in four hours or less, which may be faster than other regional mitigation and restoration services. In the event of widespread damage from fires, flooding or storm damage, additional experts and equipment may report from nearby locations to assist in the cleanup and repairs.

2. National Corporate Support

The support of one of the nation's leading mitigation and restoration companies allows the local franchises to be better trained and equipped than most independent companies. Insurance jobs are only offered to locations that satisfy all the requirements of a 21-point Participation Agreement. This oversight and company-wide services such as the Claims Information Center elevate the standard of service and make SERVPRO the perfect choice in the event of catastrophic loss.

3. Industry-Leading Standards

This national corporation is also a certified training school for the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration. Each franchise must employ at least one technician who specializes in a particular area such as storm or fire damage to maintain certification. The IICRC requires technicians to obtain continuing education credits to ensure that professionals keep up with current best practices in the mitigation and restoration field. This means that the work performed by these employees will be up to the highest standards in the industry. Allowing for our customers to have the best experience possible. All of these factors enable SERVPRO to respond to catastrophic loss caused by fires, flooding or storms faster and handle them more effectively than independent mitigation or restoration companies. 

Tips for Preventing Frozen Pipes in Your Business

1/5/2022 (Permalink)

Wintertime is a very worrisome time of year for many business owners, especially those who operate out of warehouse facilities. Thankfully, there are several ways you can help prevent frozen pipes  

1. Keep Doors Closed

While it may seem obvious, keeping doors, especially warehouse garages, closed during business hours can be one of the easiest ways to prevent a frozen pipe. Warehouses often have exposed water lines, and if these lines are not insulated properly, they can freeze and possibly burst, creating a significant amount of damage and expense.

2. Open Faucets a Smidge

When expecting cold or below-freezing temperatures, merely opening the cold-water supply on faucets nearest the exterior water lines can minimize the risk of a frozen or burst pipe. The moving water will not freeze as easily as standing water. 

3. Maintain a Steady Temperature

Likely, the best way to prevent freezing in your company’s pipes is to maintain a steady temperature, no lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit. While lowering the temperature of your business after closing or during extended holidays may seem like a fiscal responsibility, you may be putting your business at risk for water damage, which may lead to significant business interruption.

4. Have a Plan in Place

Lastly, if the worst happens despite your preventative actions, it may be a good idea to have an emergency plan in place. While you can and should create an in-house emergency action plan and checklist.

Ready to Tackle Business Flood Damage

7/1/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Technicians are Ready to Tackle Your Business Damage Quickly

Timing is critical for a business taking flood damage, and mere minutes can make hundreds or even thousands of dollars' difference later on in the restoration and reconstruction process. SERVPRO's strategy when dealing with commercial flood damage is centered around mitigation through fast responses. With 24/7 customer support and technology such as our new ERP system, we are able to respond around the clock, quickly, to help cut off damage sources and make preliminary efforts at restoration before damage can get too serious. Here's what you can expect from a fast SERVPRO response to your flood damage call.

Immediate Damage Evaluation and Mitigation Efforts

When you first contact us about commercial flood damage in Bristol, our most immediate priority is to evaluate the extent and type of damage to the property. Our technicians will examine the building and any relevant floor plans or blueprints, shut off any pipes or pumps which may be causing the damage, find the most concerning damage spots and conditions, and begin efforts to extract water and dry out the area. These are all time-sensitive tasks, and the faster you can call us, the sooner they can be completed. Our newly-released Emergency Ready Profile system can help to expedite this process, allowing us to access critical information early on, and without hassle.

Follow-Up Restorations

A fast and early response can often precipitate an overall easier restoration process. Our technicians can set up drying equipment, halt mold growth before it gets a chance to start, and extract water before it can seep into deep recesses and cracks to cause even greater amounts of damage. Immediate responses and quick reactions can end up allowing us to spend less time on or even skip over certain restoration tasks, getting doors open quicker and costing you less.

SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol is available around the clock to help mitigate damages for local businesses in need. Just give us a call at (423) 245-5552

Mold Growth in HVAC Air Ducts

7/1/2021 (Permalink)

Mold can grow in most areas of commercial buildings especially if they provide the right conditions. Its effects are dangerous for building materials, causing severe damage if left untreated. HVAC systems circulate mold around the building and provide the humid conditions it needs to thrive. HVAC cleaning is especially important for commercial buildings to prevent the growth of unwanted mold.

The Conditions for Mold Growth in HVAC Systems

You can find mold growth in the humid and dark areas of your HVAC system, such as:

• The drip pan
• The AC evaporator coils
• The air ducts

Mold thrives in moist environmental conditions where it can find a host with the right nutrients. The dust in the ducts provides mold with nutrients and the dark, humid environment gives it the preferable conditions to grow. If the drip pan and AC evaporator coil are not cleaned regularly, they can also provide fungus the essential conditions for growth. It is important to conduct routine HVAC cleaning to prevent these parts from becoming worn or damaged.

Mold Prevention for HVAC Systems
To prevent mold growth on HVAC systems, make sure the air filters are routinely cleaned or replaced. HEPA filters are capable of filtering out the smallest air particles, making them ideal for filtering mold spores. Regular professional HVAC maintenance is also an essential part of mold prevention. It is recommended that this be done twice a year for commercial buildings. Routinely inspect your HVAC system for mold on air vents. Cleaning vents regularly will also prevent additional mold particles from circulating through your HVAC system.
Regular HVAC cleaning is necessary for mold prevention for commercial buildings and should be done by a professional mold cleaning service at least twice a year. If you have mold damage in your building, it is likely the mold is traveling through your HVAC system. Good filtration and regular maintenance can prevent mold growth and make your commercial building a cleaner, health-friendly environment.

Employee Test Positive for COVID-19?

1/19/2021 (Permalink)

Protect your Employees from COVID- 19

Employees who exhibit symptoms at work or become sick during the day should immediately be separated from other employees, customers, and visitors and sent home. Employees who develop symptoms outside of work should notify their supervisor and stay home.

Sick employees should follow CDC-recommended steps to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Employees should not return to work until they have met the criteria to discontinue home isolation and have consulted with a healthcare provider.

Employers should not need sick employees to provide a COVID-19 test result or healthcare provider's note to validate their illness, qualify for sick leave, or return to work. Healthcare provider offices and medical facilities may be extremely busy and not able to provide such documentation in a timely manner. After following all the recommended CDC guidelines;

• Contact a SERVPRO Consultant for a Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned COVID Cleaning! We have developed expertise from cleaning up some of the most challenging biohazards imaginable, including confirmed COVID-19 locations.
• Asses all areas used/accessed by the infected Employee/s
• Schedule a Covid Cleaning with your local SERVPRO provider (SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol 423-245-5552)

Workers without close contact with the person who is sick can return to work immediately after disinfection.

If more than 7 days since the person who is sick visited or used the facility, additional cleaning and disinfection is not necessary.

 Continue routing cleaning and disinfection. This includes everyday practices that businesses and communities normally use to maintain a healthy environment.

Every Commercial Property Needs an ERP! Here's the Reason Why

1/19/2021 (Permalink)

What is an ERP?

It’s simple! An ERP is an acronym for 'Emergency Ready Plan'. We know that every hour your workspace is down is business lost, so an ERP is meant to minimize time spent responding to a crisis. Knowing where your water main is or where your fire extinguisher is, can vastly change the amount of damage done to your space and reduce the amount you will have to pay for in terms of replacement. 

What does an ERP provide?

The ERP provides a one-stop shop for all information you would need for specific situations, like what to do if a fire or water damage occurs. It gives you the phone numbers you need to call and the steps to follow to minimize damage. In addition, our team will be able to take photos of the equipment listed in the directions. Need to turn off the water? You will be able to check the ERP and find the location with an accompanying photo to help you locate the water main. 

Business owners will have the chance to review their sprinkler and alarm systems in order to stay informed in the case of emergency.

When disaster strikes, it’s normal to feel stressed out and unable to act quickly. If you’ve never experienced a disaster before, it can be overwhelming. Our ERP is a quick way to solve an issue quickly, which can help business owners stay on top of the unpredictable. Give SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol a call at 423-245-5552 to schedule your complimentary ERP!

Bristol Commercial Fire Damage 101

7/6/2020 (Permalink)

When an individual's business is subjected to fire, extensive losses can occur.

Commercial Fire Damage 101 in Bristol

Individuals who own businesses should know that natural disasters can have an adverse impact on the structural integrity and safety of the property. Unfortunately, Bristol commercial fire damage can cause business owners to lose valuable possessions. In many cases, these individuals are uncertain regarding what course of action they should take to get their business back in excellent condition. To ensure that your commercial property regains its original functionality and aesthetic appeal, it's a good idea to invest in professional remediation services. Learn more about Bristol commercial fire damage and how restoration services can help you by reading the short outline provided below:

Preventing Loss From Fire Damage
There are numerous actions you should take to prevent loss from Bristol commercial fire damage. The first step is to make sure that all of the staff are avoiding the premises. This is important because dangerous substances are released after the fire. Once all of the staff have vacated the premises, the cleanup process can start. Disaster control experts will optimize and expedite this process by removing unwanted odors and trash. They will also offer board-ups. Another step that will be taken during the commercial fire damage remediation process is the creation of short-term walls. These barriers will help prevent passersby, office staff, and criminals from attempting to enter the building and thereby harming themselves.

Another step of the cleanup and restoration process is protecting the business owner's ceiling with parcels or tarps. This work will help prevent the ceiling from a collapse resulting from gusts of wind, rainfall, or other mishaps. Water damage specialists will also work to help business owners recover and restore valuable possessions. Recovery solutions are available for all types of items, including outfits, furnishings, rugs, and gadgets. Commercial fire damage specialists will also utilize dry washing procedures to eradicate any trash or smoke that has adhered to clothing items and other materials.

Conclusion
When an individual's business is subjected to fire, extensive losses can occur. Additionally, the water damage generated from the extinguishing process can make the commercial property susceptible to an outbreak of mold and mildew. Finally, fires can adversely impact possessions and leave them in need of restoration efforts. To ensure that your business and properties can be salvaged and restored, it's important that you attain assistance from a team of trained fire damage specialists. The team to trust is SERVPRO. As a cutting edge company committed to offering customized remediation services that work, you can count on our specialists to get the job done quickly and efficiently. Call us now to schedule an appointment.

Locally Owned Company with National Resources

SERVPRO of Kingsport/Bristol is locally owned and operated and we are proud to be part of this community. We are also part of a national network of over 1,650 Franchises with special Disaster Recovery Teams placed strategically throughout the country to respond to large-scale fire, water, and storm disasters.

When your commercial property or home has water damage from leaks or flooding, we have the experience and expertise to help. Give us a call. (423) 245-5552

Stop Suffering Through Flood Damage Remediation in Your Bristol Business

7/1/2020 (Permalink)

Flood damage can be overwhelming being dealt with alone. Call the professionals at SERVPRO today for remediation assistance.

Commercial Flood Damage Technicians In Bristol Describe The Restoration Process

Severe weather can happen quite frequently in Bristol in the summertime. If the neighborhood your gift shop is located in gets hit by a severe thunderstorm, it could cause you to have to deal with excessive commercial flood damage. A couple of months ago, a tornado hit the ground in Tennessee and brought with it 85 miles per hour winds. Wind during a storm can also be quite a destructive force. 

When mitigating commercial flood damage in Bristol, our SERVPRO team follows strict procedures and guidelines. We know that storm-related issues can be costly to you and your insurance company and possibly cause your business a loss of revenue. Our procedures and techniques we use are approved by industry standards and are designed to return your gift shop to the way it was "Like it never even happened." 

When restoring problems with your property after a thunderstorm or tornado, our SERVPRO technicians know that the number one goal is to remove moisture as quickly as possible and reduce your company's loss of revenue the best we can. Restoration procedures require us to conduct four main steps. 

1. Initial Inspection and Hazard Mitigation 

When we first arrive at your place of business, we start by inspecting your building to figure out the extent of the issues. During this first inspection, we look for any potential safety hazards and eliminate them before any work begins. 

2. Extraction of Liquid Water 

Any time water makes its way into your structure; it is easier to remove it while it is still liquid before it evaporates into the air and soaks into your contents and building materials. We accomplish extraction by utilizing heavy-duty extractors and specialized extraction tools and extensions. 

3. Structural Drying 

Once all of the liquid H2O is removed from your gift shop's building materials and contents, we then take steps to speed up the natural evaporation and drying process. We do this by setting up air movers to circulate the air and dehumidifiers to remove moisture from the atmosphere. 

4. Final Cleaning 

During the last cleaning stage, we make sure your gift shop looks as good as it did before the storm struck. Final cleaning can also include cleaning all of the carpets and upholstered items in your store. 

If your gift shop in Bristol ever gets negatively affected by severe weather, call SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol at (423) 245-5552 any time of the day. 

For Fast Flood Damage Restoration in Your Kingsport Property

5/1/2020 (Permalink)

Heavy rainfall can cause flooding in your place of work.

Fast Commercial Flood Damage Restoration For Kingsport Businesses

As a property manager, your responsibility is to ensure a safe working environment for your customers and your staff. At certain times of the year, this responsibility can be especially challenging. Heavy rainfall can cause flooding in your place of work. These issues are time-consuming and can force temporary closure which is why opting for a local; qualified restorer is the right decision. We have local water technicians on standby in case you need emergency assistance.

One of the primary services we offer businesses is the restoration of commercial flood damage in Kingsport. Our call-lines never shut, meaning you can reach out to us in an emergency and arrange a service. Depending on the size of your business our experts can send round a single technician or an expert team led by an experienced crew chief. The faster we get to work the sooner you can get your business back, and we have found that communication is vital in this regard.

The commercial response units at SERVPRO have access to a wide range of equipment to get rid of standing water. The most appropriate method is by using a submersible pump that sends large quantities of flood water to a nearby sewer point. We can also mobilize truck-mounted extraction units when standing water levels drop below two inches and cannot be pumped efficiently. We the excess water gone, our next step is to assess the level of damage.

Water naturally migrates from the source of damage outward. In some cases, that can result in saturation of your subfloor, crawlspaces, fittings or wall cavities. Using thermal imaging cameras alongside moisture meters we can accurately assess the amount of liquid absorbed into hard floors or behind walls. These areas may not seem like a priority, but in humid conditions, damp spots can quickly result in mold growth.

The primary means of getting rid of residual moisture is by creating airflow. Drilling small holes beneath skirting boards or in non-visible areas of a cabinet allows us to access the inner cavities. From here, we can deploy rapid air-movers fitted with a flex hose to circulate warm, dry air into the cavity and ensure the property is thoroughly dry both inside and out.

Keep closures to a minimum after property damages. Contact SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol at (423) 245-5552.

We Get You Back To Business In Bristol After A Flood Damage Disaster

5/1/2020 (Permalink)

We have equipment required to deal with large flood damage disaster jobs. Call us right away we are available 24/7 to assist you.

How Does SERVPRO Handle Commercial Flood Damage in Bristol Restaurants?

This area of Tennessee experiences extreme weather patterns throughout the year, and commercial flood damage can happen with little warning. Whether the water loss is the result of a tree limb through a window letting rainwater pour in or groundwater from a flash flood, the damage should always have professional mitigation.

When our SERVPRO location cleans up commercial flood damage in Bristol eateries, we know every hour the business is not open is a loss in revenue and people are out of work. Our goal is to assist property owners in saving the highest number of contents and building materials through our restoration techniques and get them reopened as quickly as possible.

Safety is a significant consideration when cleaning up flood damage. Slip and fall accidents are a real possibility on slick, wet floors, and we ask property owners to stay out of water loss areas until we arrive. If the flooding is from groundwater which is also known as black water, you can expect to see our SERVPRO technicians in protective gear and using disinfectants for any areas they are working in to limit exposure to harmful elements in the water.

Since getting a restaurant reopened and operating, as usual, is our primary goal, we spend extra time doing several passes with our extraction wands — the more water we can remove from surfaces before setting up the air movers and dehumidifiers is vital to faster drying. Special controlled demolition techniques to remove damaged sheetrock may be necessary to allow wall cavities to completely dry.

We strive to cause as little disruption to a business as possible when mitigating damage from flooding. That is why we dry furnishings in place when it is feasible to do so. We place tables and chairs on blocks for drying or move them to another area.

Just because something looks dry, does not mean it is dry. We do not rely on whether or not surfaces appear dry. We take moisture readings before, during, and after drying to ensure the room meets the preset humidity goals. This action negates the formation of mold or foul odors as an aftereffect of water loss.

We know restaurants, in particular, are held to specific standards for cleanliness by the health department. After drying we wipe down all surfaces with our professional, EPA-registered formulas that not only disinfect but are antibacterial and antifungal solutions.

SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol is available 24/7 at (423) 245-5552 to remediate commercial flood damage to your business location. We arrive quickly and work to restore as much as possible with our proprietary methods.

Commercial Water Damage Cleanup

1/7/2020 (Permalink)

We Provide Fast Commercial Water Cleanup 

Your hardware offers customers a great place to browse and shop for items they may need to make various home repairs such as hammers, nails, furnace filters and so much more. There was a water breach in the storage room that flowed into the main area. Unfortunately, you are going to have to shut down your store due to the amount of water on the floor. We suggest that you call professionals like us to extract the water quickly and get you back in operation.

SERVPRO commercial water cleanup services in Bristol are reliable and can restore your shop when possible. Our team works fast to remove all standing water and can use industrial grade portable or trunk-mounted extractors, pumps, wands, and wet vacuums to do the job. Excess water might flow and penetrate areas such as behind walls and under flooring, which can cause damages if it left there. Our crew can utilize sensors and probes to find and remove hidden areas of moisture, which can help reduce the loss of property and materials.

It is essential for us to remove water rapidly. Plus, we may have to pack-out some of your merchandise in the affected areas. Water can damage your stock as well as items in the showroom, which can cost you money. Our crew strives to get you back in business as soon as we can and to lessen damages to your shop.

After, our skilled techs remove all standing water from the structure; they can start the drying phase. The team can use air movers, heaters or axial fans to eliminate moisture. They may also employ dehumidifiers to increase evaporation and to enhance drying. We know that for you to make a profit your business has to be open. You can depend on our techs to work fast so you can open your hardware and get back to servicing your many customers.

Our skilled and highly trained SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol commercial cleanup restoration team is nearby and can assist you with your water emergency. When possible, we can restore your business to its preloss state. Contact us 24/7 at (423) 245-5552.

Stop Suffering Through Flood Damage Remediation in Your Kingsport Business 

7/23/2019 (Permalink)

Flood damage can be overwhelming being dealt with alone. Call the professionals at SERVPRO today for remediation assistance.

Commercial Flood Damage Technicians In Kingsport Describe The Restoration Process

Severe weather can happen quite frequently in Kingsport in the summertime. If the neighborhood your gift shop is located in gets hit by a severe thunderstorm, it could cause you to have to deal with excessive commercial flood damage. A couple of months ago, a tornado hit the ground in Tennessee and brought with it 85 miles per hour winds. Wind during a storm can also be quite a destructive force. 

When mitigating commercial flood damage in Kingsport, our SERVPRO team follows strict procedures and guidelines. We know that storm-related issues can be costly to you and your insurance company and possibly cause your business a loss of revenue. Our procedures and techniques we use are approved by industry standards and are designed to return your gift shop to the way it was "Like it never even happened." 

When restoring problems with your property after a thunderstorm or tornado, our SERVPRO technicians know that the number one goal is to remove moisture as quickly as possible and reduce your company's loss of revenue the best we can. Restoration procedures require us to conduct four main steps. 

1. Initial Inspection and Hazard Mitigation 

When we first arrive at your place of business, we start by inspecting your building to figure out the extent of the issues. During this first inspection, we look for any potential safety hazards and eliminate them before any work begins. 

2. Extraction of Liquid Water 

Any time water makes its way into your structure; it is easier to remove it while it is still liquid before it evaporates into the air and soaks into your contents and building materials. We accomplish extraction by utilizing heavy-duty extractors and specialized extraction tools and extensions. 

3. Structural Drying 

Once all of the liquid H2O is removed from your gift shop's building materials and contents, we then take steps to speed up the natural evaporation and drying process. We do this by setting up air movers to circulate the air and dehumidifiers to remove moisture from the atmosphere. 

4. Final Cleaning 

During the last cleaning stage, we make sure your gift shop looks as good as it did before the storm struck. Final cleaning can also include cleaning all of the carpets and upholstered items in your store. 

If your gift shop in Blountville, Colonial Heights, or Marilyn Hills gift shop ever gets negatively affected by severe weather, call SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol at (423) 245-5552 any time of the day. 

Click here to see more about Kingsport. 

We Get You Back To Business In Kingsport After A Flood Damage Disaster

5/28/2019 (Permalink)

We have sophisticated equipment required to deal with large flood damage disaster jobs. Call us right away we are available 24/7 to assist you.

How Does SERVPRO Handle Commercial Flood Damage in Kingsport Restaurants?

This area of Tennessee experiences extreme weather patterns throughout the year, and commercial flood damage can happen with little warning. Whether the water loss is the result of a tree limb through a window letting rainwater pour in or groundwater from a flash flood, the damage should always have professional mitigation.

When our SERVPRO location cleans up commercial flood damage in Kingsport eateries, we know every hour the business is not open is a loss in revenue and people are out of work. Our goal is to assist property owners in saving the highest number of contents and building materials through our restoration techniques and get them reopened as quickly as possible.

Safety is a significant consideration when cleaning up flood damage. Slip and fall accidents are a real possibility on slick, wet floors, and we ask property owners to stay out of water loss areas until we arrive. If the flooding is from groundwater which is also known as black water, you can expect to see our SERVPRO technicians in protective gear and using disinfectants for any areas they are working in to limit exposure to harmful elements in the water.

Since getting a restaurant reopened and operating, as usual, is our primary goal, we spend extra time doing several passes with our extraction wands — the more water we can remove from surfaces before setting up the air movers and dehumidifiers is vital to faster drying. Special controlled demolition techniques to remove damaged sheetrock may be necessary to allow wall cavities to completely dry.

We strive to cause as little disruption to a business as possible when mitigating damage from flooding. That is why we dry furnishings in place when it is feasible to do so. We place tables and chairs on blocks for drying or move them to another area.

Just because something looks dry, does not mean it is dry. We do not rely on whether or not surfaces appear dry. We take moisture readings before, during, and after drying to ensure the room meets the preset humidity goals. This action negates the formation of mold or foul odors as an aftereffect of water loss.

We know restaurants, in particular, are held to specific standards for cleanliness by the health department. After drying we wipe down all surfaces with our professional, EPA-registered formulas that not only disinfect but are antibacterial and antifungal solutions.

SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol is available 24/7 at (423) 245-5552 to remediate commercial flood damage to your business location. We arrive quickly and work to restore as much as possible with our proprietary methods.

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For Fast Flood Damage Restoration In Your Bristol Property Call Our Experts At SERVPRO

5/6/2019 (Permalink)

Heavy rainfall can cause flooding in your place of work.

Fast Commercial Flood Damage Restoration For Bristol Businesses

As a property manager, your responsibility is to ensure a safe working environment for your customers and your staff. At certain times of the year, this responsibility can be especially challenging. Heavy rainfall can cause flooding in your place of work. These issues are time-consuming and can force temporary closure which is why opting for a local; qualified restorer is the right decision. We have local water technicians on standby in case you need emergency assistance.

One of the primary services we offer businesses is the restoration of commercial flood damage in Bristol. Our call-lines never shut, meaning you can reach out to us in an emergency and arrange a service. Depending on the size of your business our experts can send round a single technician or an expert team led by an experienced crew chief. The faster we get to work the sooner you can get your business back, and we have found that communication is vital in this regard.

The commercial response units at SERVPRO have access to a wide range of equipment to get rid of standing water. The most appropriate method is by using a submersible pump that sends large quantities of flood water to a nearby sewer point. We can also mobilize truck-mounted extraction units when standing water levels drop below two inches and cannot be pumped efficiently. We the excess water gone, our next step is to assess the level of damage.

Water naturally migrates from the source of damage outward. In some cases, that can result in saturation of your subfloor, crawlspaces, fittings or wall cavities. Using thermal imaging cameras alongside moisture meters we can accurately assess the amount of liquid absorbed into hard floors or behind walls. These areas may not seem like a priority, but in humid conditions, damp spots can quickly result in mold growth.

The primary means of getting rid of residual moisture is by creating airflow. Drilling small holes beneath skirting boards or in non-visible areas of a cabinet allows us to access the inner cavities. From here, we can deploy rapid air-movers fitted with a flex hose to circulate warm, dry air into the cavity and ensure the property is thoroughly dry both inside and out.

Keep closures to a minimum after property damages. Contact SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol at (423) 245-5552.

Click here for more about Bristol.

SERVPRO Keeps Commercial Properties Open for Business with Rapid Water Removal and Cleanup

1/2/2019 (Permalink)

Bristol Hotels and Commercial Buildings Rely on SERVPRO for Water Removal and Cleanup

Commercial Water Removal Gets Your Bristol Hotel Dried Out and Guest-Ready Fast

Not knowing when a disaster might strike can create severe problems for your hotel in the Bristol area. SERVPRO can help business owners recover quickly after a crisis. When water covers floors and makes a mess, safety also becomes an issue that can cause problems for guests, particularly those with mobility concerns.
 
Hotels and other hospitality-based businesses rely on their guests to keep their businesses vibrant, and when soaked and saturated, commercial water removal in Bristol can restore normal operations. SERVPRO knows that this needs to happen quickly, especially when bookings and current guests rely on your continued ability to provide their lodging when expected. We always consider the needs of both your staff and your guests as we perform extraction and drying services.
 
When the water's depth reaches more than a couple of inches high, we use our truck-mounted and portable submersible pumps. These pull the water out of rooms, halls, and other areas. However, these areas remain damp and prone to developing problems. Mold and odors can make your hotel seem unsafe and feel unclean. Specialists from SERVPRO can also contain both mold and odor-producing substances and help you maintain your hotel's interior environment's condition that keeps health effects to a minimum.
 
Part of how we control mold growth and the development of odors after a water incident is through the use of our highly effective air scrubbers. These scrubbers have HEPA filters attached that remove such particles from the air. As our air movers pull moisture out of surfaces, the moist air flows toward these air scrubbers. We also can use desiccant and LGR dehumidifiers to extract additional moisture from the air.
 
We continually monitor the progress we make in drying out your hotel. Our specialists use both infrared thermal imaging cameras that locate damp areas and highly accurate moisture meters that help us determine when an area is reaching an acceptable percentage of moisture, thus achieving the proper baseline.
 
We highly recommend area businesses request information about our Emergency READY Profile Plan (ERP) before a disaster happens. We can visit your enterprise offer suggests and key in vital information to if not prevent a mishap, at least mitigate its consequences. Because water can invade into the tiniest areas of your business and cause enormous levels of damage, the time saved by such a Plan can significantly reduce the expenses involved in recovering and restoring your business.
 
SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol provides water removal and extraction services to the businesses in and around Morrison City, Bloomingdale, and Walnut Hill. Call (423) 245-5552 to start recovering your business.

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Our State-Of-The-Art Extraction Equipment Will Restore Your Water Damaged Commercial Property In Bristol

11/6/2018 (Permalink)

Once materials inside your office get wet, humidity levels inside the building rise and create an environment conducive for mold growth.

Commercial Water Removal Experts In Bristol Talk About The Different Types Of Extraction Equipment

If the plumbing system ever fails inside your Bristol dentist office, you might come into work one day and find yourself knee deep in a murky liquid. Even if the problem is not that severe, prompt commercial water removal conducted by a professional company like SERVPRO can help reduce the amount of damage that occurs. Plumbing system failures happen more often than you may think and are responsible for the majority of moisture-related problems that occur in buildings. Joints in the plumbing can wear after time and develop slow leaks or pipes can break and lose a lot of water out of even the smallest cracks. If commercial water removal is not completed quickly, wet materials can turn into breeding grounds for harmful bacterias and molds.

Once materials inside your office get wet, humidity levels inside the building rise and create an environment conducive for mold growth. Conducting prompt commercial water removal to your Bristol dentist office can help prevent secondary damage like mold or issues caused by vapor in the air from occurring. The first step to removing moisture from contents and building materials is the extraction phase. During this step, our SERVPRO restoration crew uses industrially advanced equipment to remove both standing water and moisture that exists inside saturated, porous building materials.

Depending on each specific situation and how wet materials got, we can utilize different types of equipment designed for certain items and scenarios. For example, for tight areas that do not have an excessive amount of moisture we can choose to use a portable extractor to pull out water from carpet and other flooring materials. If the water is excessive, we can use a truck-mounted, heavy-duty extractor that has a much more powerful vacuum motor.

We also have a choice in what type of tool we use during extraction. For upholstered items like couches, we often use a handheld extraction wand. For thick carpets that are saturated, we can use a weighted extractor that the operator stands on so that his weight can get used to compress the carpet and allow more moisture to get pulled out. If you ever noticed standing water inside your dentist office, call SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol at (423) 245-5552 any day of the week.

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Our Professionals Are Ready 24/7 To Respond To Your Commercial Water Damage Emergency In Bristol

10/29/2018 (Permalink)

We suggest that you call professionals like us to extract the water quickly and get you back in operation.

We Provide Fast Commercial Water Cleanup In Bristol

Your hardware offers customers a great place to browse and shop for items they may need to make various home repairs such as hammers, nails, furnace filters and so much more. There was a water breach in the storage room that flowed into the main area. Unfortunately, you are going to have to shut down your store due to the amount of water on the floor. We suggest that you call professionals like us to extract the water quickly and get you back in operation.

SERVPRO commercial water cleanup services in Bristol are reliable and can restore your shop when possible. Our team works fast to remove all standing water and can use industrial grade portable or trunk-mounted extractors, pumps, wands, and wet vacuums to do the job. Excess water might flow and penetrate areas such as behind walls and under flooring, which can cause damages if it left there. Our crew can utilize sensors and probes to find and remove hidden areas of moisture, which can help reduce the loss of property and materials.

It is essential for us to remove water rapidly. Plus, we may have to pack-out some of your merchandise in the affected areas. Water can damage your stock as well as items in the showroom, which can cost you money. Our Crew strives to get you back in business as soon as we can and to lessen damages to your shop.

After, our skilled techs remove all standing water from the structure; they can start the drying phase. The team can use air movers, heaters or axial fans to eliminate moisture. They may also employ dehumidifiers to increase evaporation and to enhance drying. We know that for you to make a profit your business has to be open. You can depend on our techs to work fast so you can open your hardware and get back to servicing your many customers.

Our skilled and highly trained SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol commercial cleanup restoration team is nearby and can assist you with your water emergency. When possible, we can restore your business to its preloss state. Contact us 24/7 at (423) 245-5552.

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Flood Damages Could Stop Customer Traffic to Your Bristol Retail Store

9/16/2018 (Permalink)

When your business location faces the effects of flooding after a storm, it is time to contact SERVPRO for mitigation services.

Team SERVPRO Offers Expertise and Equipment to Dry Out Your Store After Flooding

Running a retail location in Bristol means offering competitive prices and products that entice the everyday shopper, but it also means providing an atmosphere and environment that welcomes those customers into your store in the first place. While flooding throughout the area might affect multiple homes and businesses all at once, you have to focus on the impact that it has on the foot traffic into your own store as you combat the effects.

One of the first things that any business owner should keep in mind when it comes to battling commercial flood damages in Bristol is that most are inadequately prepared to restore these damages. With the widespread nature of the effects and how deeply water can penetrate into unseen areas and materials, finding professional restoration services like our SERVPRO team to help can ensure that the job gets done correctly.

Among the most pressing of concerns for the business owner posed with flood damages is removing the water and drying up the moisture and dampness. These effects can ruin the stock and supply of your store, not to mention adversely affect flooring, walls, and furniture within the affected areas. Our SERVPRO professionals respond quickly to your emergency, helping to mitigate the potential losses that you face when you encounter flooding in your store.

Flooding rarely only brings water into your storefront, however. Debris, mud, and any number of contaminants could travel along with this water that requires cleanup from professionals with the right equipment. Our SERVPRO professionals have the right tools and expertise to restore heavily soiled fabrics and surfaces, successfully restoring them instead of choosing the demolition and reconstruction route.

Flood damages can wreak havoc on the materials used to construct your retail location, not to mention the damage they could do to your profits by impacting the stock and supply within the store. Choose SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol restoration specialists to help you mitigate these losses by safely removing at-risk items and working quickly to restore your business. Give us a call anytime at (423) 245-5552.

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Health Club Needs Help with Mold damage in Bristol

6/30/2018 (Permalink)

If your health club starts exhibiting mold damage or has the tell-tale musty smell, call SERVPRO for remediation before your members find alternative.

Team SERVPRO Arrives on the Scene Quickly to Help Keep Your Club Doors Open After a Mold Infestation

Workout spaces of many kinds enrich life in Bristol. Full-service complexes with pools, basketball courts, tracks, cardio, and weight areas contrast with boutique spaces that cater to yoga or women’s fitness. All of these enterprises can contend with microbial infestation because of high moisture and humidity levels. These businesses promote health and wellness and need to control any issues that create concern about safe and sanitary areas for their patrons to exercise. Our microbial remediation technicians can help.
 
When a musty smell and streaks of mildew greet members of your health club, the Bristol commercial mold damage requires professional remediation. Your daily faithful have other options in the area, so you need to manage the problem swiftly. Working with a mold abatement company that designs creative solutions permitting a portion of the facility to remain open gives your customers confidence that their loyalty to you and your motivational staff is well placed.
 
SERVPRO mold remediation crews receive thorough applied microbial technician training from the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC). We employ the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) protocol during a project, showing beneficial results in eradicating current mold infestation and helping to inhibit future outbreaks.
 
An experienced project manager assesses the extent of the mold damage in your facility and then creates a plan to keep all safe and secure during remediation. The EPA procedure mandates a containment strategy to separate the affected area from spaces in your center that show no mold growth. Heavy plastic sheeting and negative pressure air scrubbers with HEPA filters isolate the mold-containing structures and fixtures. Temporary air ducts operating with the air scrubbers exhaust the air from the moldy sections as SERVPRO remediators scrape and soda blast the mold off surfaces.
 
We remove any surfaces extensively infested with mold hyphae, bagging these building materials with the mold debris removed and vacuumed from floors after the physical loosening and elimination of current mold colonies. SERVPRO is familiar with local hazardous waste rules and disposes of the bagged residues in compliance with their parameters.
 
As we concentrate on the moldy areas, other spaces in your health clue continue to operate. After we rid your business of the mold colonies, we treat affected areas with EPA registered disinfectants. To limit future mold growth on other surfaces in your business we use professional products that discourage the proliferation of tiny mold spores into expanding colonies.
 
Partner with SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol if your fitness center shows signs of mold growth, Call us at (423) 245-5552 to set up a consultation to craft a remediation plan.

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When Water Damage Threatens Your Bristol Retail Store

6/13/2018 (Permalink)

When your retail location suffers from a water damage incident, contact the certified technicians at SERVPRO for efficient remediation services.

Our SERVPRO Technicians Understand the Need for a Quick Turn Around Remediating Damage to Your Busy Store

Your Bristol retail location lives and dies on the foot traffic and loyal local customers that it receives on a daily basis. Even at the most successful of times, something lurks in the shadows that threatens to close your doors and keep you from serving the community around you: a water loss incident. While you cannot predict how or when it might happen, this is something that is a legitimate threat that any business owner should prepare for in whatever way that they can. The more prepared that you are for the possibility of a water emergency in your building, the faster you can respond and get resolution.

From busted water lines to leaking sprinkler systems, your store can see all kinds of commercial water damage in Bristol that happens quickly and spreads out through the stock you have in the building. Combatting this damage is often something that business owners cannot do on their own, but fortunately, you do not have to. You can always depend on the experience and rapid response of our SERVPRO team to help you restore your business and get your doors back open again quickly.

When our team arrives at your store, we get to work on repairing the source of the problem that you faced if the situation has not already gotten repaired. Once this completes, we can evaluate the full scope of the damage and what needs to happen to restore your building and allow for customers to return.

From weighted extractors to remove water from saturated carpets to our SERVPRO injectidry system, removing the moisture and dampness from the incident is critical. Lingering moisture can allow mold growth to occur, which can significantly extend the time until you can return to business as usual.

Contending with water damages, whatever their cause, can seem overwhelming and stressful when you appreciate that lost time is lost profits. Our SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol team of restoration specialists can respond quickly to your call and work as efficiently as possible in cleaning up the mess and preparing your storefront for its grand reopening. Give us a call anytime at (423) 245-5552.
 
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Who To Call When Your Bristol School Suffers Fire Damages

2/28/2018 (Permalink)

Parents do not want their kids to return to a dirty, foul smelling environment after your school sustains a fire. Contact SERVPRO asap.

SERVPRO Technicians Prioritize Remediating Fire Damage at Your School

Fires to any business or commercial property can be devastating, but when it happens to a local Bristol school, there are many more problems that could arise. While any area business might have the clientele to think of when they get faced with a disaster that forces the doors closed for restoration efforts, when you are forced to close a school for even a short while, this is not an easy task by any stretch of the imagination.
 
While all the fires that typically happen in schools stay fairly contained because of the materials used to construct them and fireproofing efforts, nothing is a guarantee. With fire damage to a Bristol school, hundreds of families are impacted all at the same time, so getting the lingering symptoms of the fire under control and restored are paramount to functioning as a regular facility again.
 
Our SERVPRO team of restoration specialists have the tools and expertise to handle any sized disaster and work quickly to ensure that your doors do not have to stay closed a moment longer than necessary. With lingering fire symptoms and effects, certain combinations can be problematic to expose your usual maintenance team to, and many conventional cleaning practices are insufficient to clear out these effects entirely.
 
Even something as typical as a lingering odor from the fire can prove to be a noxious scent in the air that is challenging to be around for long. Fortunately, our SERVPRO professionals have the deodorizing equipment to alter the foul smell at a molecular level chemically. Our odorless compound used through the fogging machines can get used on hard surfaces, carpets, and furniture.
 
Cleaning the affected areas is another critical component of our restoration process, and with our scrubbers, we can use them in several ways. Depending on the severity of the smoke and soot damage, these scrubbers can get used dry, operating much like a vacuum with a brush. For more labor-intensive projects, a wet solution can get used with the scrubbers for deeper cleaning.
 
Fire in your school does not have to shut you down for long stretches when you know the right restoration company to call. Trust the experienced specialists we have at SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol. You can reach our emergency response team 24/7 by calling (423) 245-5552.

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Planning for Common Causes of Fire Damage to Office Buildings in Colonial Heights

1/18/2018 (Permalink)

Colonial Heights Businesses Rely on SERVPRO Post Fire Damaging Events

SERVPRO Offers Advice and Software to Mitigate Fire & Smoke Damage

When fire damage strikes an office building in Colonial Heights, it can be both difficult and expensive to restore things back to how they were before the disaster. Typically, the best strategy to reduce costs associated with damage and disaster is to learn how to prevent calamities from happening in the first place. Understanding what causes most fires in local offices can help you to avoid them in the future and decrease financial risk to your business in the long term. Ask us about our ERP Program to protect and mitigate damages of all types to your enterprise.

Electrical Fires
With computers, printers, and other devices now ubiquitous in modern office buildings in Colonial Heights, fire damage from electrical fires is never far away. Devices can malfunction, short circuit, come into contact with fire, overheat, or otherwise begin to catch fire and become a disaster even if the fire stays contained. Even if sprinklers or fire extinguishers manage to quell the blaze, you may incur smoke damage, burns to nearby surfaces, and chemical contamination. SERVPRO can help to clean up the effects of electrical fires large and small. Quite often, water removal from a sprinkler system activation is itself a major cleanup event.

HVAC Malfunctions
In Tennessee, winters can get cold, and many offices are prone to fire damage from a malfunctioning or clogged heating system. Depending on the heating your building uses, any number of potential disasters could occur, many of which are typically large and difficult to contain. SERVPRO technicians are trained to identify and plan for all types of HVAC fires and know how to keep the situation under control. "Puff-Back" from heating furnace malfunctions needs professional cleanup and restoration so that the soot tags do not permanently stain surfaces.

Smoking
Smoking remains one of the most significant causes of fire damage in the country, even though smoking has recently decreased in popularity among all age groups. To best avoid smoke damage from nicotine and accidental fires, ban smoking from the entire building and enforce punishment against those who break the rules.

SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol has provided expert fire damage mitigation and restoration services to the local area for years. Call us 24/7 at (423) 245-5552.

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Fabric Shop Needs a Fast Pack Out Before Water Removal in Colonial Heights

12/31/2017 (Permalink)

Fabric stores and other retailers can face water damage in the future. Should your store have a water damage emergency, call SERVPRO right away.

Our Water Damage Restoration Team Offers Many Services to Customers After an Incident

Any company in Colonial Heights can face the need for water removal. Pipes leak, windows permit rain to blow inside, and appliances malfunction. All of these problems and more cause water to soak into building materials and damage contents. Some types of businesses present special considerations when water intrudes, and we are up to the challenge.
 
Your fabric store in Colonial Heights requires commercial water removal after a pipe bursts in the common wall with a neighboring retailer. Because your store is full of fine fabrics and sewing supplies, your business needs an efficient and professional pack-out to minimize loss of your precious goods. Our crews are familiar with a thorough and proven protocol that creates a comprehensive inventory of your fabric, sewing machines and supplies, business documents, and more. Designated members of our crew pack up and move articles threatened by the moisture to a dry area of your property or an off-site space before your building receives necessary water removal and drying services.
 
Business owners depend upon SERVPRO’s full-service restoration approach to take care not only of the immediate problem but also issues that arise later if water is allowed to damage the goods and products you sell. We scale up our response upon entering your business, assigning workers to move vital items immediately so that other members of the crew can begin pumping and extracting the water. Throughout the process, we communicate with your insurance company to clarify what is wet or damaged and what has been removed until the store is dry and ready for business. Our communications form the basis for any successful insurance claims you make.
 
During the time that crew members are assessing moisture levels, scanning for hidden pockets of water, and releasing and clearing standing water, you can review and consider the condition of the items we packed out. Any of your goods that sustained some water damage can be identified and restored via proper laundering or dry cleaning techniques. You make decisions about your inventory not in a panic, but with calm and deliberation.
 
Meanwhile, the SERVPRO crew moves past the water extraction in your business to employing professional drying techniques to ready your space to reopen. Air movers, heaters, and dehumidifiers are some of the tools our workers use to return your retail space to preloss condition. Once the space is ready, you refer to our inventory to reverse the process and move your products back to the shop.
 
SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol offers many kinds of help when your commercial space fills with water. Let us assist you to get your business back on track with a call to (423) 245-5552.

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Keeping Your Daycare Open with Commercial Water Removal Services in Colonial Heights

11/14/2017 (Permalink)

Water from an overflowing toilet is always considered black water and highly contaminated, needing professional water removal services.

SERVPRO Thoroughly Sanitizes Your Commercial Space after Water Damage  

Daycare centers in Colonial Heights are hectic places with a great deal of responsibility for the protection and care of children. With this many children, accidents are bound to happen.

When a disaster develops after a child flushes a toy or other objects down a toilet, your Colonial Heights daycare needs commercial water removal. SERVPRO is Faster To Any Size Disaster, day or night, making us the perfect choice when you need us most. With water overflowing into your daycare from a toilet, things can go from bad to intolerable quickly. Even without solid waste in the toilet, water from backups is always considered black water, and highly contaminated. Local health regulations can require the closure of affected businesses until resolution of the situation.

SERVPRO wants to help prevent the closure of essential businesses such as yours. We know that without your services and facility, many families face unexpected problems finding suitable childcare arrangements, possibly hindering their ability to perform their work duties, snowballing as it affects additional businesses in our community.

We can assure you that not only do we remove the water invading your daycare, but also perform decontamination of the affected area. We earn IICRC certificates in Commercial Drying (CDS) as well as Applied Microbial Remediation (AMRT). Once we complete the work, things look “Like it never even happened,” and you can return to your regular routines.

Restoring a daycare after such an incident includes sanitizing all the toys, equipment, and furnishings near the affected bathroom. While it might seem to contain little risk, parents of young children appreciate the efforts made to provide a clean environment.

Also, odors often arise after an area is saturated, and our Odor Control Technician (OCT) can fix this situation quickly, as well. After an affected area is clean once again, odors can interfere with parents' perceptions of your facility.

SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol's technicians always strive to perform the work needed to ensure our customers receive the restorative work their businesses need. Locally owned and operated, we stay in tune with the needs of our local economy. Whenever our services, including commercial water removal, are required, we treat your business as an essential part of our community. Contact us at (423) 245-5552 for 24-hour services, every day of the year.

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Heavy Rains Require Commercial Water Removal In Blountville

10/17/2017 (Permalink)

When heavy rains pour down on the Blountville area, adjoining commercial or municipal building sometimes share the unfortunate bounty.

Commercial Water Removal

When heavy rains pour down on the Blountville area, adjoining commercial or municipal building sometimes share the unfortunate bounty. Older structures with additions or passageways connecting one to another often see the building with an interior space further below ground than the others collect the runoff from many roofs. Our water removal crews determine the water pathways and make the best plan to evacuate the water from all sources.

As your family business grew, it stayed in place but annexed neighboring buildings. A complicated situation presents when several roofs or drainage systems spring leaks during torrential rains, and the water migrates mainly into one subterranean space. Not only do you need an expert Blountville water removal company, but you also must find a firm that can recreate the flow of water to ensure no hidden pockets of damaging moisture remain.

SERVPRO meets your needs on all counts. We have the technicians and the equipment ready to react quickly when a commercial space fills with water. If the power is out because of high winds knocking out the grid or for safety reasons, our trucks feature vehicle mounted equipment so the pumping and water removal proceeds immediately. In addition to self-contained extraction machinery, our project managers and highly trained crews are familiar with the ways water pools and hides when interconnected buildings are involved.

Expect multiple moisture level probes to be used by our workers in critical areas of the affected space as the water recedes, and the use of technologically advanced scanners to locate obscured water reservoirs. If the SERVPRO team does not remove all of the water, even in unexpected places, the structure and contents of your amalgamated commercial space are at risk of continued and secondary water damage. Wooden framing, metal supports, brick, concrete, and other materials are all vulnerable to deterioration and eventual collapse from residual water. Microbial growth is possible if water remains for more than 24 to 48 hours.

We find the water between walls, over ceilings, and along the edges of passageways and use proven strategies to remove it. Methods may include using wet vacuums with extended wands to pull water from above, drilling holes in mortar joints or at the bottom of walls to release moisture, or removal of wall panels or other structures to get at difficult to reach recesses. Once the standing water is gone, we then move on to efficient drying techniques to get your commercial spaces back to normal operating condition.

Rely on SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol to remove the water that collects anywhere in your business’s buildings after significant rains. One call to (423) 245-5552 brings an experienced and trained team to your aid fast.

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Bristol Area Retail Stores Obtain Water Removal Services From SERVPRO

8/2/2017 (Permalink)

If your retail store or other property suffers a water damage event, contact the technicians at SERVPRO to remediate the damage fast.

Quick Response and Thorough Training in Dealing With Water Emergencies Sets Us Ahead of the Rest

Running a small retail outlet is rough enough without having to deal with water issues as well. A large spill on your property can lead to hundreds upon thousands of damage to stock and company assets, especially when you do not understand what to do during an emergency.
 
Retail stores throughout the Bristol area, rejoice. You have professional commercial water removal services available that help you manage emergency situations on your property, saving you from potential losses that have the ability to close your doors forever. A locally owned and operated company can provide you with these services and a whole lot more.
 
Whether your water problem occurs due to major weather systems, suppression system malfunctions, or plumbing issues, SERVPRO can help. We supply you with an entire team of professionals that understand how water affects assets in your store. Our technicians do everything they can to save products from water damage, moving them to a safe, dry location either onsite or in our warehouse.  
 
SERVPRO locates and repairs the source of the problem, then works with industrial-grade water extractors, air movers, dehumidifiers, and moisture detection equipment to ensure every area of your property gets the attention needed to return things to normal as quickly and efficiently as possible.  
 
It does not matter if a single department or the entire store becomes involved. SERVPRO has the resources and personnel necessary to provide you with a stress-free restoration process any day of the week, 24-hours a day. On top of that, we offer each customer the opportunity of receiving regular or specialty cleaning services that go beyond what a regular janitorial staff can provide.
 
We also give recommendations to help prevent future problems and help you develop a plan to implement safety precautions. Our technicians provide you with a safe, clean, professional work space that often exceeds any expectations you might have had before work began.
 
Contact SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol for more detailed information about water removal services available in your area, today. (423) 245-5552

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Supposedly Odd Uses Of Air Movers Actually Make A Lot Of Sense In Long Island

3/3/2017 (Permalink)

Office spaces often contain copious amounts of carpeting, which is usually among the most severely damaged materials in offices with water damage.

Air Movers

One of our most heavily-used and critical pieces of machinery is the air mover. Air movers are high-powered fans that can create directed, precision air currents in a room. Much planning goes into the arrangement and operation of these machines, and our technicians may change their orientations regularly to maximize efficiency in the drying process. You may even witness some unusual or seemingly damaging processes, but these are part of SERVPRO policy and are designed only to increase the speed at which we dry an area.

Floating Carpet
Office spaces often contain copious amounts of carpeting, which is also usually among the most severely damaged materials in Long Island offices with water damage. To dry large areas of carpet quickly, our technicians may commonly lift up two ends of the carpet and allow one or more air movers to pump air underneath it. This can seem risky or even detrimental to some onlookers, but it, in fact, helps to dry the hard-to-reach undersides of carpeting more efficiently.

Unusual Angles And Orientations
Some business owners get confused when they observe technicians setting up air movers in seemingly arbitrary positions or wrong directions. However, more often than not, this is to make sure a circular current is established in the room. If the air movers were oriented head-on at walls and other surfaces, they would only press the water further into the surface and worsen the damage. By setting up angular arrangements, we help to whisk away water droplets without causing further damage to the materials underneath.

Baseboard Removal
In offices with baseboards mounted along the walls, these may need to be removed during or even before air movers are set up. Water tends to collect beneath baseboard, whether it is made of wood or vinyl, and by removing it, SERVPRO gains access to some of the most inaccessible and often damaged parts of your walls.

SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol helps businesses of all shapes and sizes to recover from and get doors open as soon after disasters as possible. Call us at (423) 245-5552.

Remediation for Commercial Mold Damage in Bloomingdale Hotels

1/12/2017 (Permalink)

Mold in a Bloomingdale Hotel Needs SERVPRO for Remediation

Fungi Growth Can Be Mitigated by the Professionals from SERVPRO

Mold damage can affect any building, including hotels. As guests stay in one room or another, they can bring mold spores with them. These spores can initially come from their own homes, vehicles, or other locations. When someone shakes out their clothing to freshen them up after being in a suitcase for a while, mold spores can become airborne in a guest's room. This is particularly the case of luggage that has collected mold spores while being stored between uses. Mold spores will soon settle on surfaces in the unit, but if the air conditioning or heating is running at the time, those spores can enter the ducts and contaminate the rest of the hotel. Naturally, mold spores are endemic in nature and reducing moisture, and a food source are of paramount importance.
 
Some Bloomingdale area hotels have been found to have mold damage that may have been caused by mold spores that were introduced to the hotel's interior by guests' belongings. Because there is no possible way to control the introduction of mold spores when a multitude of people use any particular building, cleaning ducts, air conditioners and central heating and air systems on a regular basis is important. Mold and spores cannot be eliminated from any setting, but cleaning with HEPA filter-equipped vacuums can remove most of the microorganisms living in heating and cooling systems and their ducts.
 
SERVPRO can handle any size project and recommends that facilities, including hotels, have their air circulation systems regularly maintained to keep mold contamination under control. Mold can quickly begin to grow elsewhere inside a hotel, as guests use the pool and showers, leaving wet towels in locations that can easily accumulate moisture. Damp or even waterlogged areas are often not dried or cleaned to eliminate moisture by hotel cleaning personnel. We can also clean carpets that may be harboring mold and mold spores, further protecting a hotel from future mold damage. Spills on commercial grade carpeting in the corridors should always not just be wiped up, but also thoroughly dried.
 
SERVPRO is not only experienced and skilled in using our equipment, but also in working in a manner that will not affect your guests' comfort. We work as efficiently as possible, so the time required to complete the job is minimized. If air scrubbers are needed due to the discovery of high levels of mold, we'll ensure they're always placed in a manner that won't obstruct your hallways and bother your guests.
 
If you've noticed a musty odor in any area of your hotel, or simply want to begin a regular air cleaning to protect your business, call us, SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol at (423) 245-5552.

Immediate and Later Benefits of Fast Mitigation Response Times in Bristol

12/14/2016 (Permalink)

Commercial damage can be devastating. Call SERVPRO to assess and remediate!

SERVPRO Technicians are Ready to Tackle Your Business Damage Quickly

Timing is critical for a business taking flood damage, and mere minutes can make hundreds or even thousands of dollars' difference later on in the restoration and reconstruction process. SERVPRO's strategy when dealing with commercial flood damage is centered around mitigation through fast responses. With 24/7 customer support and technology such as our new ERP system, we are able to respond around the clock, quickly, to help cut off damage sources and make preliminary efforts at restoration before damage can get too serious. Here's what you can expect from a fast SERVPRO response to your flood damage call.

Immediate Damage Evaluation and Mitigation Efforts

When you first contact us about commercial flood damage in Bristol, our most immediate priority is to evaluate the extent and type of damage to the property. Our technicians will examine the building and any relevant floor plans or blueprints, shut off any pipes or pumps which may be causing the damage, find the most concerning damage spots and conditions, and begin efforts to extract water and dry out the area. These are all time-sensitive tasks, and the faster you can call us, the sooner they can be completed. Our newly-released Emergency Ready Profile system can help to expedite this process, allowing us to access critical information early on, and without hassle.

Follow-Up Restorations

A fast and early response can often precipitate an overall easier restoration process. Our technicians can set up drying equipment, halt mold growth before it gets a chance to start, and extract water before it can seep into deep recesses and cracks to cause even greater amounts of damage. Immediate responses and quick reactions can end up allowing us to spend less time on or even skip over certain restoration tasks, getting doors open quicker and costing you less.

SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol is available around the clock to help mitigate damages for local businesses in need. Just give us a call at (423) 245-5552.

Commercial Water Removal in Bloomingdale

11/10/2016 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Removes Water From Block Foundations After Commercial Damage in Bloomingdale

Storage Facilities and Warehouses Have Water Damage Needs

Flood damage can be a door closer to Tennessee businesses. Although we've had quite a few storms this year, plumbing failures still make up many of the damages to local offices and stores.

Water removal in a Bloomingdale commercial business is not necessarily a quick and painless process. Storage facilities aren't immune to this and SERVPRO knows how important it gets a warehouse or temporary storage area to be safe for customers again.
Cinder block construction of storage and warehouse structures present a unique set of problems when it comes to getting rid of water. Although it is simple to pump standing water, it is removing the excess moisture from inside these walls that can present a difficulty.

The open cells in the center of each block can retain a relatively large amount of moisture. Blocks that have been submerged for an extended period may have standing water inside. When this happens, the blocks eventually begin to 'sweat,' and the moisture slowly passes to the outside. Unfortunately, this can affect property and material stored inside the warehouse or individual unit if it is placed against the wall. To combat this, our technicians will drill a hole in the mortar joints near the bottom of an affected wall. This drains any standing water and will increase airflow through the individual blocks. Increased flow speeds up the 'sweating' or transfer of moisture from inside to the outside of the wall. Additional holes can be drilled to speed further along the process.

We ensure that moisture levels have returned to normal; our SERVPRO techs use a non-penetrating moisture meter throughout the process. Once a normal level registers on the meter, these holes can be easily filled in to return the wall to its original state.

SERVPRO of Kingsport / Bristol knows how important it is to keep the doors open and the lights on. Every business has its own problems when it comes to water damage. Storage facilities are no different. Call us today at (423) 245-5552 to begin restoring your business to its original state.

Kingsport Commercial Fire Damage 101

9/29/2015 (Permalink)

When an individual's business is subjected to fire, extensive losses can occur.

Commercial Fire Damage 101 in Kingsport

Individuals who own businesses should know that natural disasters can have an adverse impact on the structural integrity and safety of the property. Unfortunately, Kingsport commerical fire damage can cause business owners to lose valuable possessions. In many cases, these individuals are uncertain regarding what course of action they should take to get their business back in excellent condition. To ensure that your commercial property regains its original functionality and aesthetic appeal, it's a good idea to invest in professional remediation services. Learn more about Kingsport commercial fire damage and how restoration services can help you by reading the short outline provided below:

Preventing Loss From Fire Damage
There are numerous actions you should take to prevent loss from Kingsport commercial fire damage. The first step is to make sure that all of the staff are avoiding the premises. This is important because dangerous substances are released after the fire. Once all of the staff have vacated the premises, the cleanup process can start. Disaster control experts will optimize and expedite this process by removing unwanted odors and trash. They will also offer board-ups. Another step that will be taken during the commercial fire damage remediation process is the creation of short-term walls. These barriers will help prevent passersby, office staff, and criminals from attempting to enter the building and thereby harming themselves.

Another step of the cleanup and restoration process is protecting the business owner's ceiling with parcels or tarps. This work will help prevent the ceiling from a collapse resulting from gusts of wind, rainfall, or other mishaps. Water damage specialists will also work to help business owners recover and restore valuable possessions. Recovery solutions are available for all types of items, including outfits, furnishings, rugs, and gadgets. Commercial fire damage specialists will also utilize dry washing procedures to eradicate any trash or smoke that has adhered to clothing items and other materials.

Conclusion
When an individual's business is subjected to fire, extensive losses can occur. Additionally, the water damage generated from the extinguishing process can make the commercial property susceptible to an outbreak of mold and mildew. Finally, fires can adversely impact possessions and leave them in need of restoration efforts. To ensure that your business and properties can be salvaged and restored, it's important that you attain assistance from a team of trained fire damage specialists. The team to trust is SERVPRO. As a cutting edge company committed to offering customized remediation services that work, you can count on our specialists to get the job done quickly and efficiently. Call us now to schedule an appointment.

Locally Owned Company with National Resources

SERVPRO of Kingsport/Bristol is locally owned and operated and we are proud to be part of this community. We are also part of a national network of over 1,650 Franchises with special Disaster Recovery Teams placed strategically throughout the country to respond to large-scale fire, water, and storm disasters.

When your commercial property or home has water damage from leaks or flooding, we have the experience and expertise to help. Give us a call. (423) 245-5552