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Understanding Commercial Loss Services from SERVPRO®

10/28/2024 (Permalink)

Damage at Commercial Property This damage was caused by leaking pipe in the ceiling of a Medicine Room at a commercial care facility.

In the world of business, unexpected disasters can lead to significant financial losses and operational disruptions. Whether it’s due to fire, water damage, or mold infestation, the need for rapid and effective restoration is crucial. This is where SERVPRO comes in, offering comprehensive Commercial Loss Services designed to help businesses recover quickly and efficiently.

What Are Commercial Loss Services?

Commercial Loss Services encompass a range of restoration and mitigation solutions tailored specifically for businesses. SERVPRO specializes in minimizing downtime and mitigating damage for commercial properties, ensuring that businesses can return to normal operations as swiftly as possible.

Key Features of SERVPRO’s Commercial Loss Services

  1. 24/7 Emergency Response

    • Disasters don’t adhere to business hours, which is why SERVPRO offers 24/7 emergency response. Their trained professionals are available around the clock, ready to respond to any size emergency.
  2. Tailored Restoration Plans

    • Every business is unique, and so are its restoration needs. SERVPRO develops customized action plans based on the specific requirements of the affected property, ensuring efficient and effective recovery.
  3. Advanced Equipment and Technology

    • SERVPRO utilizes state-of-the-art equipment and innovative techniques for water extraction, drying, and cleaning. Their advanced technology enables them to tackle even the most challenging restoration tasks.
  4. Expertise in Various Industries

    • From retail and hospitality to healthcare and manufacturing, SERVPRO has extensive experience in multiple sectors. This industry-specific knowledge ensures that the restoration process complies with relevant regulations and standards.
  5. Comprehensive Services

    • SERVPRO offers a wide range of services, including:
      • Water damage restoration
      • Fire damage restoration
      • Mold remediation
      • Storm damage restoration
      • Contents cleaning and restoration
      • Biohazard and crime scene cleanup
  6. Business Interruption Planning

    • Beyond immediate restoration services, SERVPRO also assists businesses in developing plans to minimize future disruptions. This proactive approach can include training staff, conducting regular assessments, and creating emergency response plans.

The Benefits of Choosing SERVPRO

Quick Recovery

The sooner a business can resume operations, the less impact a disaster will have on its bottom line. SERVPRO’s rapid response helps reduce recovery time significantly.

Cost-Effectiveness

While the initial costs of restoration may seem high, SERVPRO’s efficient processes often prevent further damage and reduce overall costs. Their expertise can save businesses from potential losses in revenue during prolonged downtime.

Peace of Mind

Dealing with a disaster is stressful. Knowing that experienced professionals are handling the restoration allows business owners to focus on what they do best—running their business.

Reputation Management

A business’s reputation can be impacted by disasters. Swift and effective restoration helps maintain customer trust and loyalty, ensuring that the business can recover not just physically, but also reputationally.

Conclusion

When disaster strikes, SERVPRO’s Commercial Loss Services provide businesses with the expertise, technology, and support needed to recover efficiently. By offering tailored solutions and round-the-clock service, SERVPRO stands ready to help businesses minimize losses and return to normalcy. For any business facing the aftermath of a disaster, partnering with SERVPRO can make all the difference in a swift and effective recovery.

The Importance of Professional Biohazard Cleanup and Remediation

10/28/2024 (Permalink)

Waste Corral at Southern Oregon Business Waste cleanup at a commercial Southern Oregon Walgreens.

When faced with a biohazard situation, the stakes are high. Whether it's due to a crime scene, trauma event, or hazardous waste, the presence of biological materials poses serious health risks. At SERVPRO®, we specialize in biohazard cleanup and remediation, ensuring safety and thorough restoration for your property. In this post, we’ll delve into what biohazard cleanup entails, the associated risks, and why professional assistance is crucial.

What is Biohazard Cleanup?

Biohazard cleanup involves the removal, cleanup, and disposal of biological materials that can pose health risks. This includes blood, bodily fluids, infectious agents, and other potentially harmful substances. Common scenarios requiring biohazard cleanup include:

  • Crime Scenes: Areas where violent incidents have occurred may contain hazardous biological materials.
  • Trauma Scenes: Accidents or other traumatic events can result in the presence of blood and bodily fluids.
  • Infectious Disease Outbreaks: Situations involving contagious diseases may require specialized cleanup to prevent further spread.
  • Mold Remediation: Though not traditionally classified as biohazard cleanup, mold can create serious health risks and requires professional handling.

Health Risks Associated with Biohazards

Exposure to biohazards can lead to a range of health issues, including:

  • Infections: Pathogens from blood and bodily fluids can transmit diseases such as hepatitis, HIV, and other infectious diseases.
  • Allergic Reactions: Mold spores can trigger allergic reactions and respiratory issues.
  • Psychological Impact: The aftermath of a trauma event can have lasting psychological effects on those involved.

Why Professional Cleanup is Essential

Attempting to handle biohazard cleanup without the right training and equipment can be dangerous. Here are key reasons why hiring professionals is critical:

  1. Safety First: Our trained technicians use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow strict safety protocols to minimize exposure to hazardous materials.

  2. Proper Disposal: Biohazard materials must be disposed of according to local regulations. Our team is familiar with these guidelines and ensures compliant disposal.

  3. Thorough Cleanup: We employ specialized techniques and equipment to effectively sanitize and disinfect affected areas, reducing the risk of lingering pathogens.

  4. Emotional Support: Our compassionate team understands the sensitivity of biohazard situations. We approach each job with care and respect for the individuals affected.

  5. Restoration Services: After the cleanup, SERVPRO can assist with any necessary repairs or restoration, helping you return to normalcy as quickly as possible.

SERVPRO’s Biohazard Cleanup Services

At SERVPRO, we offer comprehensive biohazard cleanup services that include:

  • Assessment: We conduct a thorough assessment to determine the extent of the biohazard situation.
  • Containment: Our team sets up containment measures to prevent the spread of contaminants during the cleanup process.
  • Cleaning and Disinfection: We use industrial-grade cleaners and disinfectants to sanitize affected areas thoroughly.
  • Deodorization: We employ advanced techniques to eliminate any lingering odors caused by biohazards.
  • Restoration: After cleanup, we can restore your property to its original condition.

Conclusion

Biohazard situations require immediate and professional attention. At SERVPRO, we’re equipped to handle these challenging circumstances with expertise, compassion, and a commitment to safety. If you encounter a biohazard event, don’t hesitate to reach out to our dedicated team. We’re here to provide the cleanup and remediation services you need in all of the Southern Oregon area, ensuring a safe environment for you and your loved ones.

Call us for support and services today in your Residential or Commercial Property. 

Jackson and Josephine County 24 Hour Emergency Water Damage Service

10/18/2024 (Permalink)

Understanding SERVPRO of Medford / Ashland: Your Go-To for Water and Fire Restoration Services

As the colder months approach, residents of Southern Oregon are reminded of the potential challenges posed by winter storms. With heavy rain, snow, and wind, the risk of water and fire damage increases significantly. This is where SERVPRO of Medford/Ashland steps in, offering emergency services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Who is SERVPRO of Medford / Ashland?

SERVPRO® is a trusted name in disaster recovery and restoration, with a dedicated team in the Medford and Ashland areas. Their expertise in handling emergencies ensures that your home or business can return to normal as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Water Restoration Services

Water damage can occur due to various reasons, such as flooding, pipe bursts, or storm surges. SERVPRO of Medford / Ashland is equipped to tackle these issues head-on. Their water restoration services include:

  1. Emergency Response: With a 24/7 availability, their team can respond quickly to mitigate damage before it worsens.
  2. Water Extraction: They utilize advanced equipment to remove standing water from your property.
  3. Drying and Dehumidification: Thorough drying is essential to prevent mold growth. SERVPRO uses specialized tools to ensure all affected areas are adequately dried.
  4. Restoration: After addressing the water damage, SERVPRO can help restore your home or business to its pre-damage condition, whether that means repairing drywall, replacing flooring, or painting.

Fire Restoration Services

Fires can be devastating, leaving behind smoke and soot damage along with the destruction of property. SERVPRO of Medford / Ashland provides comprehensive fire restoration services, including:

  1. Emergency Board-Up: If your property is damaged, they can secure it to prevent further damage or theft.
  2. Smoke and Soot Removal: Specialized techniques are used to remove smoke and soot from walls, ceilings, and other surfaces.
  3. Odor Removal: SERVPRO has equipment and techniques to eliminate odors caused by smoke, ensuring your space feels fresh and clean.
  4. Reconstruction: If parts of your property need rebuilding, their team can manage the reconstruction process, making it easier for you during a challenging time.

Mold Remediation Services

Mold can thrive in damp conditions, making it a common concern after water damage. SERVPRO of Medford / Ashland offers comprehensive mold remediation services to protect your health and property. Their mold remediation process includes:

  1. Mold Inspection and Assessment: Trained technicians conduct a thorough inspection to identify mold sources and assess the extent of the problem.
  2. Containment: To prevent the spread of mold spores during the remediation process, affected areas are sealed off.
  3. Air Filtration: Advanced air filtration systems are used to capture mold spores and improve air quality.
  4. Mold Removal: Using industry-standard techniques, SERVPRO safely removes mold from surfaces and materials.
  5. Restoration: Once the mold is removed, SERVPRO can restore any affected structures, ensuring your property is safe and healthy.

Preparing for Winter Storm Surges

As winter approaches, residents should take proactive steps to minimize potential damage from storms. Here are some tips:

  • Inspect Your Roof and Gutters: Ensure that they are clear of debris to prevent water accumulation.
  • Check Your Plumbing: Insulate pipes to avoid freezing and bursting.
  • Have an Emergency Kit: Be prepared for power outages with essentials like food, water, and flashlights.
  • Know Your Plan: Familiarize yourself with SERVPRO’s services and keep their contact information handy for emergencies.

Conclusion

Winter storms can lead to significant water and fire damage, but with SERVPRO of Medford / Ashland by your side, you have a reliable partner for restoration services. Their commitment to 24/7 emergency response means that help is always just a phone call away. Don’t wait until disaster strikes—be proactive, and ensure your home or business is prepared for whatever winter brings.

For more information or to learn about their services, visit SERVPRO of Medford / Ashland or call them today!

Faster to your Medford/Ashland Water Damage Event

9/12/2023 (Permalink)

Image of SERVPRO employees working together SERVPRO of Medford/Ashland provides 24 hour fire and water damage restoration service in Southern Oregon

Flooding and water emergencies don’t wait for regular business hours and neither do we. Medford/Ashland provides emergency cleaning and restoration services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week—including all holidays.

Faster To Any Size Disaster

Flooding and water damage is very invasive. Water quickly spreads throughout your home and gets absorbed into floors, walls, furniture, and more. SERVPRO of Medford/Ashland arrives quickly and starts the water extraction process almost immediately. This immediate response helps to minimize the damage and the cleaning and restoration costs.

Need Emergency Service? Call Us 24/7 – 541-773-3740

Water Damage Timeline

Within Minutes

  • Water quickly spreads throughout your property, saturating everything in its path.
  • Water is absorbed into walls, floors, upholstery, and belongings.
  • Furniture finishes may bleed, causing permanent staining on carpets.
  • Photographs, books, and other paper goods start to swell and warp.

Hours 1 - 24:

  • Drywall begins to swell and break down.
  • Metal surfaces begin to tarnish.
  • Furniture begins to swell and crack.
  • Dyes and inks from cloth and paper goods spread and stain.
  • A musty odor appears.

48 Hours to 1 Week:

  • Mold and mildew may grow and spread.
  • Doors, windows, and studs swell and warp.
  • Metal begins to rust and corrode.
  • Furniture warps and shows signs of mold.
  • Paint begins to blister.
  • Wood flooring swells and warps.
  • Serious biohazard contamination is possible.

More Than 1 Week:

  • Restoration time and cost increase dramatically; replacing contaminated materials and structural rebuilding may be extensive.
  • Structural safety, mold growth, and biohazard contaminants pose serious risks to occupants.

About SERVPRO of Medford/Ashland

SERVPRO of Medford/Ashland specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or 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.

Does Your Southern Oregon Home Have A Mold Problem?

9/12/2023 (Permalink)

Image of SERVPRO employees preparing for a job In Southern Oregon mold can spread through a home in as little as 48 hours.

Microscopic mold spores naturally occur almost everywhere, both outdoors and indoors. This makes it impossible to remove all mold from a home or business. Therefore, mold remediation reduces the mold spore count back to its natural or baseline level. Some restoration businesses advertise “mold removal” and even guarantee to remove all mold, which is a fallacy. Consider the following mold facts:

  • Mold is present almost everywhere, indoors and outdoors.
  • Mold spores are microscopic and float along in the air and may enter your home through windows, doors, or AC/heating systems or even hitch a ride indoors on your clothing or a pet.
  • Mold spores thrive on moisture. Mold spores can quickly grow into colonies when exposed to water. These colonies may produce health effects.
  • Before mold remediation can begin, any sources of water or moisture must be addressed. Otherwise, the mold may return.
  • Mold often produces a strong, musty odor and can lead you to possible mold problem areas.
  • Even higher-than-normal indoor humidity can support mold growth. Keep indoor humidity below 45 percent.

If your home or business has a mold problem, we can inspect and assess your property and use our specialized training, equipment, and expertise to remediate your mold infestation.

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – 541-773-3740

Summer storms heading your way? Medford/Ashland SERVPRO is ready!

9/5/2023 (Permalink)

Image of SERVPRO employees, truck, and equipment Our highly trained crews are ready to respond 24/7 to storm or flood damage in the Medford/Ashland area.

SERVPRO ofMedford/Ashland specializes in storm and flood damage restoration. Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.

Faster Response

Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.

Resources to Handle Floods and Storms

When storms hit the Medford/Ashland area, we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of over 2,000 franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States.

Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today at 541-773-3740

Has disaster struck your home or business? Medford/Ashland SERVPRO is here to help with 24/7 Emergency Services.

6/1/2023 (Permalink)

Image of SERVPRO truck and equipment Medford/Ashland Residents: We provide immediate service day or night!

SERVPRO of Medford/Ashland provides 24-hour emergency service and is dedicated to being faster to any-sized disaster in the Medford/Ashland area. We can respond immediately to your emergency and have the expertise to handle your restoration or cleaning needs.

  • 24-Hour Emergency Service
  • Faster to Any-Sized Disaster
  • Highly Trained Restoration Technicians
  • A Trusted Leader in the Restoration Industry
  • Locally Owned and Operated
  • Advanced Restoration and Cleaning Equipment 

Have Questions? Call Us 24/7 – 541-773-3740

Residential Services

Whether your Medford/Ashland area home needs emergency flood damage or your upholstery cleaned, you can depend on us. Our technicians have extensive cleaning and restoration training and can make your property look its best. Learn more about our residential services:

  • Water Damage Restoration
  • Fire Damage Restoration
  • Mold Remediation
  • Storm Damage Restoration
  • Cleaning Services
  • Building/Reconstruction Services

Commercial Services

There's never a convenient time for fire or water damage to strike your Medford/Ashland area commercial property. Every hour spent cleaning up is an hour of lost revenue and productivity. So when the need arises for professional cleaning or emergency restoration services we have the training and expertise to respond promptly with highly trained technicians to get your property back to business. Learn more about our commercial services: https://www.SERVPRO.com/locations/or/SERVPRO-of-medford-ashland/services/commercial

  • Commercial Water Damage Restoration
  • Commercial Fire Damage Restoration

How to handle water damage to floors

9/20/2022 (Permalink)

Just like with any other type of water damage, if there is water damage to the floors, professionals should be called in to handle the job. Professionals know the necessary steps, safety procedures, and have the training to ensure that the area is properly and safely cleaned up. If you’re inexperienced in cleaning up water damage, attempting to take on the task yourself could result in mistakes that could further damage the building or create health hazards for the occupants of the building. Hiring professionals to handle the job will ensure that the building will be fully restored and that no additional damage will be caused. When they’re finished, you’ll be able to reoccupy the building without fear that there’s any damage or health hazards in the building due to the water damaged floors.

Water damage is a worry for all homeowners. In addition to ceilings and walls, floors are also a part of the house that’s susceptible to water damage. Anything from a roof leak to a leaking pipe or spilled drink could potentially result in water damage to the floor. If you do suffer water damage to your floors, or any other part of your house, call on the professionals at SERVPRO to ensure a proper and safe restoration.

Water Removal / Water Extraction

9/13/2022 (Permalink)

Water Removal / Water Extraction

The water removal process begins almost immediately and removes the majority of the water. We use powerful pumps and vacuum units to quickly remove hundreds or thousands of gallons from your property, which helps prevent secondary water damage and mold growth.

Water Removal Equipment

  • Moisture detectors, hygrometers, and other meters measure the extent of moisture saturation.
  • Infrared cameras may be used to find “hidden” water behind walls and ceilings.
  • Submersible and gas-powered pumps are used for continuous pumping of high-level water.
  • Truck-mounted and portable extraction units perform efficient water removal.

Emergency Water Removal

Our highly trained technicians will begin the water removal process almost immediately. Depending on the amount of water, we may use powerful submersible pumps in addition to industrial strength, wet/dry vacuums. Removing most of the water helps reduce drying time and helps prevent secondary water damage and mold and bacterial growth.

  • Remove Excess Water
  • Use Submersible Pumps and Industrial Wet/Dry Vacuums

Storm Season in Jackson County

8/18/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Medford/Ashland specializes in storm and flood damage restoration. Our crew is highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its Pre-storm condition.

Faster Response

Since we are locally owned and operated ,we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessons the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.

Resources to handle Floods and Storms

When storms hit Jackson County, we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment an personnel from a network of 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States.

Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call us Today SERVPRO of Medford/Ashland

541-773-3740