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Be Aware of Your Backyard Fire Hazards | SERVPRO® of South Pasadena
5/19/2023 (Permalink)
If a backyard barbecue turns into a backyard disaster, call SERVPRO of South Pasadena to help get you back to the great outdoors.
The summer season will be here soon, and we are already looking forward to it! We love the South Pasadena community no matter what season it is, but summer around town is pretty special.
There’s nothing better than making memories with your family during a backyard BBQ or enjoying a bonfire in the driveway using your portable fire pit. However, many of the summer activities we all enjoy carry their own fire risk, so it is important that you are being responsible around any flame or fire hazard this summer.
We explain some preventive steps to take below, so read on to stay informed and fire-safe.
The Fun That Uses Fire
Open flame always carries a risk of getting out of control. This is especially true when it comes to grills and bonfires of any type.
Did you know that grills are responsible for nearly 9,000 home fires every year? Before you light up your grill or open your gas lines, be sure to check for leaks or dents in your tanks.
If you like to enjoy a bonfire every so often, choose a smart location for your fire pit. Stay far away from your home or garage, and only use matches or lighters to start your fire.
Any sort of chemical accelerant can create a dangerous situation very fast. If you have one of those driveway pits, place it on a level spot on your driveway, and never on a wooden deck or underneath your garage’s overhang.
Fire Risk Around the House
If you have gas cans in your shed or garage, be sure they are being stored correctly and are not leaking. You should also only ever store gas in approved containers. Storing it in a container of your own choosing creates unsafe conditions and can become fuel for a fire quickly.
While it is possible to burn yard waste in the state of Texas, it needs to happen safely and responsibly in order to keep your fire under control. The burn pile needs to be far away from your home or outbuildings and all rules and regulations need to be followed.
Staying Safe Around Flame
Before you light a fire of any kind, be sure that you are understanding the current weather conditions and be aware of any type of burning ban or restriction. If the conditions are unsafe or questionable, save the flame for another day.
If you do experience fire damage to your house or property, SERVPRO of South Pasadena is here to help with your recovery. We will walk you through every step of the process, from cleaning and sanitizing to repairing wall or floor damage.
Don’t let fire damage keep you down! If you need assistance with fire damage restoration, call SERVPRO of South Pasadena.
Commercial and Large Loss Restoration
1/30/2023 (Permalink)
We want to make the process as smooth as possible.
As the #1 choice in the cleanup and restoration industry, we can help you every step of the way. From immediately after the disaster to returning your property to its preloss condition, we want to make the process as smooth as possible.
Benefits In Choosing SERVPRO for Large Loss Events
Available 24/7
Storms and other disasters can strike at any time of the day or night, so we are ready to help as soon as we’re needed. Personal Attention
Each large loss project is managed by a project manager from your local SERVPRO location. They’re backed by the SERVPRO headquarters operations team to help you have the smoothest restoration experience possible. Commercial Large Loss Division
Our Disaster Recovery Teams are composed of elite technicians who have the training and resources to handle large-loss events for industries that have included hospitals, universities and government facilities. Easier Insurance Claims Process
SERVPRO will help you navigate the insurance claims process and coordinate the necessary paperwork for a quicker, easier experience.
Restoring Your Commercial Property After A Water Damage Event
1/17/2023 (Permalink)
Rest assured our staff is equipped with the knowledge to restore your property.
Flooding and water damage events in Houston area commercial properties are often complex with numerous issues that require a knowledgeable and flexible response. Whether we’re dealing with a relatively small water cleanup scenario or a large-scale event, we work quickly to assess each unique situation and isolate the damaged area. In many instances, normal operations can continue in a temporary space while we restore your facility.
Restoring Commercial Properties Presents Unique Challenges
Our professionals are trained to be mindful of legal and environmental concerns and strive to fully restore the damaged area while working within your budgetary constraints. We understand that every hour spent cleaning up is an hour of lost revenue and productivity. So, when an emergency situation arises in your business, give us a call and we’ll be there fast with the help you need.
About SERVPRO
SERVPRO specializes in the cleanup and restoration of commercial and residential property after a water damage event. Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration. From initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO’s corporate training facility to regular IICRC-industry certification, rest assured our staff is equipped with the knowledge to restore your property.
We Clean Medical Facilities
1/16/2023 (Permalink)
If you're looking for a locally owned and operated experienced commercial cleaning company for your medical office, call us at (713) 472-4162.
During the winter months, doctors' offices, urgent care facilities and hospitals are busy with adults and children with colds and flu. It is important that these facilities are cleaned nightly to spread any of the viruses that walk through the door. Did you know that on average, adults get two to three colds per year and children might come down with as many as six to 10, according to the CDC, prompting millions of visits to healthcare providers annually.
Not only is important for the facilities to be clean for the sick patients, but for the doctors, nurses and administrative staff to stay healthy. The staff members likely do a routing cleaning before and after patients are in the procedure rooms a commercial cleaner can sanitize to reduce germs and disinfect to kill germs.
A nightly routine done by commercial cleaning is vital for facilities that need sanitizing and disinfecting to protect patients and staff from contagions that can linger on surfaces such as door handles, counter-tops, toilets, sink handles and other high-contact areas. Areas that require extra cleaning in medical facilities:
- Lobby and Waiting Areas
- Examination Rooms
- Procedure Rooms
- Corridors
- Bathrooms
- Administration Areas
- Check in Area
Beyond fighting germs, medical facilities must present a pristine appearance to gain the trust of patients and families. Commercial cleaners can properly and routinely maintain other areas in medical facilities as well. Keeping your medical facility clean and healthy is a top priority for SERVPRO. Your patients are counting on you to protect them. If you're looking for a locally owned and operated experienced commercial cleaning company for your medical office, call us at (713) 472-4162 to receive your free estimate.
We Are Highly Trained!
1/16/2023 (Permalink)
When your home or commercial business has fire, water, storm, or mold damage, our local team, we can help. Call us today at (713) 472-4162.
Our team is highly trained to restore fire, water, storm, and mold damage. Our professionals also perform a full range of cleaning services. We are certified by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC), the nonprofit certifying body for the cleaning and restoration industries.
Our training program includes the following:
- IICRC Training
- Employee Certification Training
- Initial Franchise Training
- e-Learnings
- Continuing Education Classes
e-Learnings
Everyone on our staff has access to web-based training. This training is voluntary and is designed as an ongoing training series for our employees. These training courses feature video presentations and support materials, followed by a knowledge test at the end of each module. Continuous education keeps our employees current on new industry standards and best practices in the cleaning and restoration industry.
Certifications
- AMRT - Applied Microbial Remediation Technician
- ASD - Applied Structural Drying Technician
- ECTP - Employee Certification Training Program
- FSRT - Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration Technician
- IICRC Certified Firm
- OCT - Odor Control Technician
- OSHA - 10-hour General and/or Construction Industry Training Program
- RRRP - Lead-Based Paint Activities and Renovation
- WRT - Water Damage Restoration Technician
Call Us Today!
When your home or commercial business has fire, water, storm, or mold damage, our local team, we can help. Call us today at (713) 472-4162.
Franchises are independently owned and operated.
Why Choose SERVPRO for Your Next Commercial Construction Project?
1/9/2023 (Permalink)
Every project is unique and customized to you!
Single Contact
Seamless communication is the key to any successful business restoration project. SERVPRO will be your advocate from start to finish so you don’t have to manage multiple repair teams. Expedited Restoration Process
Because we’re a one-stop shop, the construction project to your business will go much quicker due to our ability to coordinate construction work at the same time we’re mitigating. This helps minimize your downtime and loss of revenue. Quality Workmanship
You can be proud of the results we deliver because our passion is to give you quality workmanship with attention to every detail. SERVPRO’s Clean Build Technology
Designed to protect you and your property. We offer premium services using EPA-registered products for dust control, viral pathogen protection (including COVID-19) and other contaminants. On-Time & On-Budget
Our professional construction service providers work with your insurance company to restore your commercial property to its pre-damaged condition in a way that helps minimize downtime. Easier Insurance Claims Process
SERVPRO will help you navigate the insurance claims process and coordinate the necessary paperwork for a quicker, easier experience.
Tips to Prevent Pipes Bursting
12/21/2022 (Permalink)
Prevent frozen pipes.
We don’t want you to have to use SERVPRO’s services and fight another battle besides the cold temperatures. SERVPRO recommends the easiest thing to do is to simply increase the temperature inside your home a few degrees. Yes, you are going to pay more on your utility bill, but it is certainly cheaper than a large disaster response on your home. Opening cabinets to allow heat to reach the pipes and leaving a faucet on a small drip, unless you are in a mobile home, can help prevent pipes from bursting and causing water damage.If a home is vacant, it’s also important to make sure the heat isn’t completely off. You should maintain at least a minimum temperature at 55 degrees in a vacant property to prevent any problems. If you ignore these helpful tips or just need SERVPRO’s services, check out our website.https://www.SERVPROsouthpasadena.com/?utm_medium=yext... Call Kimberly at (281) 520-8197Office (713) 472-4162
EDUCATION FACILITIES
12/13/2022 (Permalink)
AT SERVPRO® we believe learning shouldn’t be paused or canceled, even in the face of disaster.
Disasters at an educational facility are highly complex and require a knowledgeable and flexible response. Whether we’re dealing with a small school campus or an institute of higher education, we work quickly to assess each unique situation and isolate the damaged area so that normal operations can continue in a temporary space while we restore your facility. Our professionals are trained to be mindful of legal and environmental concerns and strive to fully restore the damaged area while working within your budgetary constraints. Your job is to provide valuable lessons and information to the students, ours is to make sure you have a safe place to do so.
OUR EXPERIENCE
Our experience in handling educational facilities cleanups has given us the ability to provide a variety of detailed services for the following educational facilities:
- K-12 Schools
- Colleges & Universities
- Dormitories
- Private Schools
- Libraries
- Daycares / Pre-K Facilities
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Commercial Cleaning Services
12/12/2022 (Permalink)
We provide professional graffiti removal services, cleaning graffiti from exterior walls and surfaces around your building.
Specialty Cleaning Services
Your cleaning needs may extend beyond general cleaning and require specialized equipment. The certified technicians at SERVPRO® are available to help business and commercial property owners handle specialty cleaning projects such as duct cleaning, odor removal, graffiti removal, biohazard cleaning services, and so much more.
When your home has been targeted by vandals, SERVPRO® can clean up the mess, including broken windows and graffiti, before it becomes a larger issue with more costly repairs.
It can be a very stressful experience when your property is vandalized. Even relatively minor damage like a broken window can present the opportunity for further damage from water and mold. It’s important to take care of vandalism and graffiti in a timely manner. Our professionals can respond quickly at any time to take care of the cleaning and restoration of the damaged parts of your property.
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Commercial Cleaning Tips
12/5/2022 (Permalink)
Spruce up your office!
A good commercial cleaning helps to give workers a more open and less hectic environment; additionally, a clean and welcoming place of business helps to attract customers. Here is a list of some important areas to inspect during your deep cleaning:
OUTSIDE
Windows are one of the simplest yet crucial areas to keep clean. Beyond making sure you have squeaky clean windows, check to make sure they have tight seals. Small gaps in window seals can cause cool air to seep out (and warm air in the winter months), as well as allowing water to trickle in. Checking caulking and weather stripping remains intact and up to par can save you money in the long term.
This is very important for the presentation of your business. Now the grass, flowers, weeds and other plants are starting to grow, it’s important to start grooming your landscape. Don’t wait till your plants get out of control, hire someone now or take some time yourself to pull the weeds, mow the grass, and trim any trees or bushes. Additionally, this is a great time to plant some flowers if you want to spruce up your place of business.
When converting your buildings air flow system from heating to air conditioning now is the best time to quality check your system. Test your system by running it for a while to make sure it’s working properly, check any old or out of date parts that might need replacing. Clean out the ventilation system by removing dust particles and any other debris lying inside. Ventilation systems are rarely cleaned, which is why lots of building owners tend to find pest infestation or mold problems when cleaning their vents/ducts. It’s best to take these precautions while the temperature is in a transitioning period.
Along with the re-birthed trees and plants, spring also brings back hordes of pests. Ants, spiders, termites, mosquitoes, and even bed bugs can become a problem. It’s best to take preventative measures to ward off pests instead of being forced to shut the business down for a couple weeks in order to fumigate for pests. Lastly, if you are continually having the same pest problems each year, try to identify exterior factors that might be attracting those pests and any defects in your building that might be letting them in.
INSIDE
Simple and effective. Even if you already dust on a regular basis now’s a good time to dust those harder to reach, and often ignored, areas.
As people come in from the rainy times and wipe their feet on your carpets, dirt begins to build up. Don’t let this grime buildup in your building; buy some strong cleaning products for your floors and a top-quality vacuum for carpets. In addition to constantly maintaining floors and carpets, now is a great time to hire a professional carpet and floor cleaner to give your floors a deep clean.
Reorganizing comes in two parts. The first is the organizing of all the previous year's files into a consolidated area for ease of access. Best practice is to do this at the beginning of every year so that your files are neatly organized and easy to find when needed. The second is the reorganization of the office itself. Ideally, this is a continuing process year-round. If the office has gotten out of hand this can be a good time of year to tidy up and breathe some fresh air into the workplace. Depending on your type of business will help determine what type of cleaning takes priority. If you need extra help or an even deeper clean call SERVPRO to help!
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