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What Happens During The Fire Damage Restoration Process
- By Chris Kushmaul
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- 24 Sep, 2020
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Damage caused by a fire can be vast - that goes without saying. However, there are many levels to fire damage that most of us aren’t even aware of. There is structural damage, an overwhelming smoke and soot odor, damage to belongings, and water damage from extinguishing the fire.
Let’s take a look at a few of the things involved in fire damage and the restoration thereof, and how Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County takes charge.
Types of Damage to Expect After a Fire is Extinguished:
Soot: Is the carbon byproduct of burnt materials, and it can be acidic and cause a lot of damage to porous and textured surfaces. Stone, grout, wood, carpet, and textiles are particularly vulnerable.
Mold:Thrives in damp, dark places, which is often the case in properties after a fire. Once the moisture in the air interacts with mold spores, it produces mildew which is damaging to porous surfaces.
Rust: Will corrode your metal objects causing some items to become irreparable, or increasing your risk of electric shock in electrical items.
Odor: After a fire is overwhelming - the mixture of smoke and mildew creates a particularly putrid smell.
Why Should You Hire Fire Damage Professionals?
When a fire disaster has struck your home, you need to act quickly and call the professionals at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County. Only a trained person is allowed to enter a fire scene, even if the fire damage is minor, and so, the cleanup should be left to certified and trained technicians. Why? Because fire damage is unpredictable - no two fires leave the structure of a building the same.
1. Assess structural damage
Once the structural damage has been assessed, any obvious breaches or ingress points need to be sealed. This refers to holes in the ceiling, broken windows, and missing doors.
2. Look for further damage
It’s not only the obvious damage (from smoke and fire) that the professionals at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County are on the lookout for, but sometimes the water used to put out the fire can cause structural and mold damage too.
3. Removal of debris
The removal of debris needs to happen quickly in order to reduce the intensity of the smoke odor. In larger fires, you will need to pack up and remove personal belongings to prevent them from being damaged further and recontamination.
4. Removal of water
Any standing water needs to be cleared up and, as water will soak into absorbent surfaces (walls, floorboards, and even seep down to the next level in a multi-storey building), air movers will need to be used to accelerate the drying process.
5. Deep cleaning
Unfortunately, not everything can be saved. Many professional products can polish surfaces and remove smells, but this may be a very time-consuming process - and often replacement may be a better option.
Specialized Equipment Needed for Cleanup:
Air scrubbers: Remove pollutants from the air using a filtration system and then send out the ‘scrubbed’ air. The size of the area and density of the smoke will determine how long a scrubber will need to run.
Air movers: Draw air in through an intake and direct it out of a port - like a hairdryer. These are great for drying walls, floors, carpet, and furnishings. They force air over wet or damp surfaces, drawing moisture into the stream and moving it away from the material.
Dehumidifiers: Remove moisture from the air; as air flows into a dehumidifier a cooling coil causes water to condense and gather in the unit. Without a dehumidifier, the moisture that an air mover is taking from an object will just be sent into the air and will end up condensing on another surface.
When cleanup is complete by Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County, you can expect the removal of all evidence of fire, smoke, and water damage. The air will be clear of odor, surfaces will be intact and stain-free, and furnishings will be restored or replaced. Restoration 1 will also ensure that all invisible damage is taken care of too - burnt electrical points, plumbing, and even mold.
When a disaster like this strikes your home or business property, it’s time to turn to the professionals. Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County has you covered on professional, ethical, and efficient smoke and fire damage restoration. The team will have your home back to normal in no time.
If you have any questions about the restoration of fire damage to your property, call Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County at 734-304-8062.
Winter Storm Uri brought record cold temperatures and interruptions to electricity and water services in February this year. Storm Uri swept from the Pacific Northwest across the Central U.S., including a few states that were unused to harsh winter conditions. And if the extreme temperatures and snowfall weren't enough, it also caused an interruption of services like heat, electricity, and water for millions of people in the southern states.
Texas had such a hard time because the state has its own power grid, and every part of the power generation was impacted by the cold. The coal froze, the ice blocked natural gas pipelines, and wind turbines were iced over. And, of course, the electricity demand shot up so everyone could keep warm. Many saw their water pipes freezing, and a loss of power as the state instituted rolling blackouts to ration energy supply.
As we at Restoration 1 know so well, frozen pipes can lead to cracking and, once the pipes thaw, bursting. Burst pipes lead to flooding, leaving residential and commercial buildings susceptible to the risk of mold growth. Luckily for those affected by Storm Uri, Restoration 1 teams were mobilized and on the ground, operating 24/7 to help residential and commercial property owners. Available crews tackled water damage cleanup and restoration efforts to fix any interior water damage due to burst pipes, roof leaks, and ice.
In this post, we share how Restoration 1 dealt with Storm Uri and the steps we took to ensure all franchisees were mobilized and ready to help as many people as possible.
How Restoration 1 Dealt with Storm Uri
As with all natural disasters, the quicker you can handle the situation, the better. Restoration 1 was quick to mobilize, being available and responding within less than 24 hours after the storm hit. With our vast network of franchisees, Restoration 1 pulled all its staff from unaffected areas to help at branches that needed support and where Storm Uri had caused havoc.
The Breadth of Our Service
With Restoration 1's proprietary system, the company was able to prepare and connect with all franchisees. Our proprietary tool, in turn, was able to alert the support team throughout our network of franchisees.
Once we knew what each franchisee needed, the national disaster team could tie them to available resources. This national disaster response team used its proprietary tool to mobilize quickly during the disaster.
In less than 24 hours, we could connect a multi-state effort to support the affected areas and franchisees.
Senior Management
Our senior management team gathered all their efforts promptly and held a daily hotline with all locations. The hotline outlined best practices in responding to storm Uri's aftermath and how to utilize our rapid response messaging system to communicate with people in the field in real-time. The senior management team also traveled to the worst affected areas and provided support 24/7.
The Home Office
The home office support team stepped up their availability and was on-call 24/7 during this entire event. They held meetings and check-ins during the middle of the night, if necessary, and waiting lists for each affected location were quickly and effectively addressed.
The Two Most Common Types of Damage Faced During Storm Uri
Restoration 1 helped the affected homes and businesses with water mitigation, water damage restoration, decontamination, debris cleanup, disaster response, commercial and industrial roofing, interior restoration, and construction services to rebuild properties. But the main types of property damage being faced were:
Water damage and flooding resulted from frozen and broken water pipes.
Snow and ice wreaked devastation outside of residential and commercial structures.
Testimonials
We’d like to share just three testimonials we have received for restoration efforts directly linked to Storm Uri.
I had a pipe burst and flood my downstairs during the winter storm. Restoration 1 came out and did a fantastic job cleaning up the water, cutting out wet walls and placing fans and dehumidifiers all throughout my house. They were extremely professional, knowledgeable, they all wore masks and everyone was very polite! They also stayed in contact with my insurance company which helped me tremendously because I had so much going on. I highly recommend Restoration 1. They truly are angels and helped me out so much.
K.P., San Antonio Northside
Restoration 1 really delivered. Thanks! I had a busted pipe (Feb 2021 freeze). While waiting for help, I removed the walls and ceiling of a third floor shower which obviously had wet insulation. I needed a professional assessment of other areas, including the lower floors, where the water damage was not as obvious. Restoration 1 arrived, checked it out and helped me get moving forward. Thanks again!
William Hicks, Central Houston
Andres and his team were very dependable and professional. Our house was hit hard by the extreme cold temperatures brought on by the Texas winter storm. Duff and Dylan worked together as team leads for this job and the communication amongst everyone was superb! We had called ServPro initially but they weren’t responsive and honestly we would still probably be in a state of chaos if we had gone with them. Restoration 1 Central San Antonio jumped into demolition mode the day after we called them. Thank you guys for all your hard work.
Ian Wolfe, Central San Antonio
In Conclusion
The response and reach that Restoration 1 had during Storm Uri shows the company's commitment as a whole. At Restoration 1, we truly believe we are in this together. Evidence of this is highlighted by the whole network of franchisees stepping in to help wherever they could – even outside of their response area. We saw teams responding to water mitigation and restoration requests from schools, hospitals, hotels, churches, resorts, commercial and residential properties with emergency teams and professional equipment to help.
Restoration 1 is proficient in mitigating this kind of water-related damage; with the experience and certification in water damage repair and water extraction and drying, we could help with ease and expertise.
How Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County Can Help
Specializing in disaster response and water damage restoration, the water damage experts at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County are your best bet when facing a natural disaster. There is no way to perform safe and successful water restoration without training. With all the expenses of water damage restoration remediation, it does not pay to do it yourself.
There is no substitute for professional restoration experts. It may be possible to restore some of the storm damage on your own – but the bigger problems are better left to the experts.
Play it safe. Call the professionals at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County. If you have any questions about water damage restoration, please contact us 24/7.
Texas had such a hard time because the state has its own power grid, and every part of the power generation was impacted by the cold. The coal froze, the ice blocked natural gas pipelines, and wind turbines were iced over. And, of course, the electricity demand shot up so everyone could keep warm. Many saw their water pipes freezing, and a loss of power as the state instituted rolling blackouts to ration energy supply.
As we at Restoration 1 know so well, frozen pipes can lead to cracking and, once the pipes thaw, bursting. Burst pipes lead to flooding, leaving residential and commercial buildings susceptible to the risk of mold growth. Luckily for those affected by Storm Uri, Restoration 1 teams were mobilized and on the ground, operating 24/7 to help residential and commercial property owners. Available crews tackled water damage cleanup and restoration efforts to fix any interior water damage due to burst pipes, roof leaks, and ice.
In this post, we share how Restoration 1 dealt with Storm Uri and the steps we took to ensure all franchisees were mobilized and ready to help as many people as possible.
How Restoration 1 Dealt with Storm Uri
As with all natural disasters, the quicker you can handle the situation, the better. Restoration 1 was quick to mobilize, being available and responding within less than 24 hours after the storm hit. With our vast network of franchisees, Restoration 1 pulled all its staff from unaffected areas to help at branches that needed support and where Storm Uri had caused havoc.
The Breadth of Our Service
With Restoration 1's proprietary system, the company was able to prepare and connect with all franchisees. Our proprietary tool, in turn, was able to alert the support team throughout our network of franchisees.
Once we knew what each franchisee needed, the national disaster team could tie them to available resources. This national disaster response team used its proprietary tool to mobilize quickly during the disaster.
In less than 24 hours, we could connect a multi-state effort to support the affected areas and franchisees.
Senior Management
Our senior management team gathered all their efforts promptly and held a daily hotline with all locations. The hotline outlined best practices in responding to storm Uri's aftermath and how to utilize our rapid response messaging system to communicate with people in the field in real-time. The senior management team also traveled to the worst affected areas and provided support 24/7.
The Home Office
The home office support team stepped up their availability and was on-call 24/7 during this entire event. They held meetings and check-ins during the middle of the night, if necessary, and waiting lists for each affected location were quickly and effectively addressed.
The Two Most Common Types of Damage Faced During Storm Uri
Restoration 1 helped the affected homes and businesses with water mitigation, water damage restoration, decontamination, debris cleanup, disaster response, commercial and industrial roofing, interior restoration, and construction services to rebuild properties. But the main types of property damage being faced were:
Water damage and flooding resulted from frozen and broken water pipes.
Snow and ice wreaked devastation outside of residential and commercial structures.
Testimonials
We’d like to share just three testimonials we have received for restoration efforts directly linked to Storm Uri.
I had a pipe burst and flood my downstairs during the winter storm. Restoration 1 came out and did a fantastic job cleaning up the water, cutting out wet walls and placing fans and dehumidifiers all throughout my house. They were extremely professional, knowledgeable, they all wore masks and everyone was very polite! They also stayed in contact with my insurance company which helped me tremendously because I had so much going on. I highly recommend Restoration 1. They truly are angels and helped me out so much.
K.P., San Antonio Northside
Restoration 1 really delivered. Thanks! I had a busted pipe (Feb 2021 freeze). While waiting for help, I removed the walls and ceiling of a third floor shower which obviously had wet insulation. I needed a professional assessment of other areas, including the lower floors, where the water damage was not as obvious. Restoration 1 arrived, checked it out and helped me get moving forward. Thanks again!
William Hicks, Central Houston
Andres and his team were very dependable and professional. Our house was hit hard by the extreme cold temperatures brought on by the Texas winter storm. Duff and Dylan worked together as team leads for this job and the communication amongst everyone was superb! We had called ServPro initially but they weren’t responsive and honestly we would still probably be in a state of chaos if we had gone with them. Restoration 1 Central San Antonio jumped into demolition mode the day after we called them. Thank you guys for all your hard work.
Ian Wolfe, Central San Antonio
In Conclusion
The response and reach that Restoration 1 had during Storm Uri shows the company's commitment as a whole. At Restoration 1, we truly believe we are in this together. Evidence of this is highlighted by the whole network of franchisees stepping in to help wherever they could – even outside of their response area. We saw teams responding to water mitigation and restoration requests from schools, hospitals, hotels, churches, resorts, commercial and residential properties with emergency teams and professional equipment to help.
Restoration 1 is proficient in mitigating this kind of water-related damage; with the experience and certification in water damage repair and water extraction and drying, we could help with ease and expertise.
How Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County Can Help
Specializing in disaster response and water damage restoration, the water damage experts at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County are your best bet when facing a natural disaster. There is no way to perform safe and successful water restoration without training. With all the expenses of water damage restoration remediation, it does not pay to do it yourself.
There is no substitute for professional restoration experts. It may be possible to restore some of the storm damage on your own – but the bigger problems are better left to the experts.
Play it safe. Call the professionals at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County. If you have any questions about water damage restoration, please contact us 24/7.
Sometimes, even without a natural disaster, you can still face disastrous basement flood damage. As you can imagine, water leaks can cause a lot of water damage and a large amount of waste. Therefore, it's essential to be aware of the many ways you can prevent water damage in your home or business.
According to the statistics, 14,000 people in the US experience a water damage emergency at home or work each day, and 98% of basements in the US will suffer from some water damage during their lifetime. Let's take a look at what can cause basement flood damage in your Western Wayne County residence:
Top Causes of Basement Flooding
Sump pump failure: If your surrounding ground has a lot of water, it is essential to have a sump pump in your basement. These pumps move water out and away from the basement. Set up a regular maintenance schedule for this equipment.
Water heater issues: Regular maintenance and monitoring of utility appliances are essential for operating effectively and preventing potential water leaks.
Basement sealing: The basement tiles and foundation need to be adequately sealed when a home is built. Eventually, this can deteriorate over time, and water will begin to seep into the basement from the ground.
Irrigation: The underground pipes for irrigation systems can leak. Keep an eye on your system, and don't place it too close to the foundation of your home.
As you can see, regularly maintaining and monitoring your water-related appliances, pipes, and areas prone to water damage is vital to prevent basement flood damage and plumbing water damage.
And if it's too late for that, and you are facing basement flood damage, it's a good idea to have the experts at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County check things out. With just one call, any time of the day or night, they will assess and tackle the basement flood damage as soon as possible to help you get your life back to normal.
Contact The Professionals
Remember, water damage is a job for professionals. Although you may think you can handle some water damage on your own, the restoration experts use professional equipment to prevent mold growth and other adverse effects of water damage. Plus, we also know to look for possible structural issues that may have come about due to water damage. There is no substitute for professional restoration experts.
If you have any questions about water damage restoration and flood damage cleanup, please contact us 24/7 at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County.
According to the statistics, 14,000 people in the US experience a water damage emergency at home or work each day, and 98% of basements in the US will suffer from some water damage during their lifetime. Let's take a look at what can cause basement flood damage in your Western Wayne County residence:
Top Causes of Basement Flooding
- Clogged gutters: Ensure your gutters are free from leaves and debris, especially during the rainy season, and that they dispense the water at least 6-10 feet away from your home.
- Storm sewer blockage: If the pipes that carry away stormwater become obstructed with debris, you will more than likely experience a backup. Call the city to clear the debris as soon as possible.
- Grading: Your land should slope 6 inches downwards within the first 10 feet of your home. Recontour the soil around your house if necessary, so water is carried away from your home in severe rain.
- Septic tank blockage or failure: If your septic system is blocked, it could send greywater into your home. And a failed septic pump can also result in greywater overflow.
- Insufficient foundation drainage: Gutters are not enough to protect your home from rainwater getting in, and most properties will have foundation drainage, too. Ensure your foundation drainage, such as French drain or perimeter drain, is free and clear of debris and problems.
- Extreme weather: Stormwater and melting snow can travel from far to cause damage to your home. During extreme weather, regularly check the weather reports and update your safety measures around the windows and openings to your basement.
- Seepage tiles: These are placed around the foundation wall of a home and create an impenetrable barrier that keeps water out. These will help keep your basement dry.
Sump pump failure: If your surrounding ground has a lot of water, it is essential to have a sump pump in your basement. These pumps move water out and away from the basement. Set up a regular maintenance schedule for this equipment.
Water heater issues: Regular maintenance and monitoring of utility appliances are essential for operating effectively and preventing potential water leaks.
Basement sealing: The basement tiles and foundation need to be adequately sealed when a home is built. Eventually, this can deteriorate over time, and water will begin to seep into the basement from the ground.
Irrigation: The underground pipes for irrigation systems can leak. Keep an eye on your system, and don't place it too close to the foundation of your home.
As you can see, regularly maintaining and monitoring your water-related appliances, pipes, and areas prone to water damage is vital to prevent basement flood damage and plumbing water damage.
And if it's too late for that, and you are facing basement flood damage, it's a good idea to have the experts at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County check things out. With just one call, any time of the day or night, they will assess and tackle the basement flood damage as soon as possible to help you get your life back to normal.
Contact The Professionals
Remember, water damage is a job for professionals. Although you may think you can handle some water damage on your own, the restoration experts use professional equipment to prevent mold growth and other adverse effects of water damage. Plus, we also know to look for possible structural issues that may have come about due to water damage. There is no substitute for professional restoration experts.
If you have any questions about water damage restoration and flood damage cleanup, please contact us 24/7 at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County.
Did you know that even a small leak can cause significant problems when it comes to water damage? Luckily, water damage in your home can be preventable when it's due to things like frozen pipes, a broken sump pump, or even cracks in your attic and roof.
With this in mind, it's a good idea to see what you can do to prevent water damage in your home. That way, when disaster strikes, you should have fewer problems to deal with. Below, we have listed a few things you can do to help prevent water damage proactively:
Inside the House
Outside The House
Even with every precaution, you can possibly take, you may experience water damage. If you do, it's essential to call the professionals in to help handle the situation as soon as possible. Don't waste any time when it comes to water damage.
Water Damage Restoration in Western Wayne County
Although you may think you can handle some water damage on your own, our restoration experts use professional equipment like air movers, dehumidifiers, air scrubbers, and other devices that reduce the air's moisture and prevent mold growth and other effects of water damage. Water damage is a job for the professionals at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County. Also, we know to look for possible structural issues that may have come about due to water damage.
Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County uses the most advanced equipment and up-to-date techniques for water damage restoration and comes highly recommended. With all the expenses of water damage restoration remediation, it does not pay to do it yourself. Plus, Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County is available 24/7 365 days a year.
If you have any questions about water damage restoration, please contact us today.
With this in mind, it's a good idea to see what you can do to prevent water damage in your home. That way, when disaster strikes, you should have fewer problems to deal with. Below, we have listed a few things you can do to help prevent water damage proactively:
Inside the House
- Check appliances : Regularly check your home appliances such as washing machines, dishwashers, and HVACs for leaks. Check that:
- Connections are tight
- Washing machine hoses are not old, brittle, or leaking
- Grout and seals around your bath are in good shape
- Bathroom fixtures have no signs of leaks
- Water heater has no sign of corrosion, dents, or small leaks
- Fix promptly : Don't ignore any water damage and put off handling the repairs. This will just lead to the possibility of mold, mildew, and possible structural damage cropping up. This is important because most homeowner's insurance won't cover damage due to a lack of maintenance.
- Water detection devices : These small electronic devices sound an alarm when the sensor comes in contact with moisture or slow leaks. They are installed near water heaters, sump pumps, washing machines, toilets, etc.
- Water pressure : Is your water pressure set very high? If so, your pipes and hoses may likely fail under pressure. You can check your water pressure with a gauge that attaches to an outside faucet. If your water pressure is higher than 100psi, it's time to buy a pressure regulator and get this sorted out.
- Water bill : Has your water usage jumped up significantly in recent months? If so, it could be due to a leak somewhere.
Outside The House
- Roof : Any roof problems will allow water to pour into your home when it rains or snows, which will cause a lot of damage. Check your roof is free of debris from trees, and check that there is no wear and tear on the roof each season. Make sure to cut tree branches regularly so they don't come into contact with your roof.
- Gutters : If your gutters and downspouts aren't working optimally, they may cause water to pool on your property. This can lead to foundation damage. Inspect your gutters seasonally, look for loose brackets, holes, and blockages.
- Maintain vegetation : Keep up-to -date with your landscaping. Watch the growth of your trees and bushes close to your roof and utility pipes, and make sure roots aren't too close to outside water pipes.
- Hoses : Are you in an area where temperatures drop very low? Standing water in hoses can freeze back into pipes and block the pipe. This can block the flow of water or even cause pipes to burst.
- Pipes : One of the more common winter problems property owners face in winter is frozen pipes, which often lead to burst pipes. You can help prevent this by installing special pipe insulation, keeping your heating on, and running water (even just a trickle) through your pipes to prevent them from freezing.
Even with every precaution, you can possibly take, you may experience water damage. If you do, it's essential to call the professionals in to help handle the situation as soon as possible. Don't waste any time when it comes to water damage.
Water Damage Restoration in Western Wayne County
Although you may think you can handle some water damage on your own, our restoration experts use professional equipment like air movers, dehumidifiers, air scrubbers, and other devices that reduce the air's moisture and prevent mold growth and other effects of water damage. Water damage is a job for the professionals at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County. Also, we know to look for possible structural issues that may have come about due to water damage.
Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County uses the most advanced equipment and up-to-date techniques for water damage restoration and comes highly recommended. With all the expenses of water damage restoration remediation, it does not pay to do it yourself. Plus, Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County is available 24/7 365 days a year.
If you have any questions about water damage restoration, please contact us today.
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Winter Storm Uri brought record cold temperatures and interruptions to electricity and water services in February this year. Storm Uri swept from the Pacific Northwest across the Central U.S., including a few states that were unused to harsh winter conditions. And if the extreme temperatures and snowfall weren't enough, it also caused an interruption of services like heat, electricity, and water for millions of people in the southern states.
Texas had such a hard time because the state has its own power grid, and every part of the power generation was impacted by the cold. The coal froze, the ice blocked natural gas pipelines, and wind turbines were iced over. And, of course, the electricity demand shot up so everyone could keep warm. Many saw their water pipes freezing, and a loss of power as the state instituted rolling blackouts to ration energy supply.
As we at Restoration 1 know so well, frozen pipes can lead to cracking and, once the pipes thaw, bursting. Burst pipes lead to flooding, leaving residential and commercial buildings susceptible to the risk of mold growth. Luckily for those affected by Storm Uri, Restoration 1 teams were mobilized and on the ground, operating 24/7 to help residential and commercial property owners. Available crews tackled water damage cleanup and restoration efforts to fix any interior water damage due to burst pipes, roof leaks, and ice.
In this post, we share how Restoration 1 dealt with Storm Uri and the steps we took to ensure all franchisees were mobilized and ready to help as many people as possible.
How Restoration 1 Dealt with Storm Uri
As with all natural disasters, the quicker you can handle the situation, the better. Restoration 1 was quick to mobilize, being available and responding within less than 24 hours after the storm hit. With our vast network of franchisees, Restoration 1 pulled all its staff from unaffected areas to help at branches that needed support and where Storm Uri had caused havoc.
The Breadth of Our Service
With Restoration 1's proprietary system, the company was able to prepare and connect with all franchisees. Our proprietary tool, in turn, was able to alert the support team throughout our network of franchisees.
Once we knew what each franchisee needed, the national disaster team could tie them to available resources. This national disaster response team used its proprietary tool to mobilize quickly during the disaster.
In less than 24 hours, we could connect a multi-state effort to support the affected areas and franchisees.
Senior Management
Our senior management team gathered all their efforts promptly and held a daily hotline with all locations. The hotline outlined best practices in responding to storm Uri's aftermath and how to utilize our rapid response messaging system to communicate with people in the field in real-time. The senior management team also traveled to the worst affected areas and provided support 24/7.
The Home Office
The home office support team stepped up their availability and was on-call 24/7 during this entire event. They held meetings and check-ins during the middle of the night, if necessary, and waiting lists for each affected location were quickly and effectively addressed.
The Two Most Common Types of Damage Faced During Storm Uri
Restoration 1 helped the affected homes and businesses with water mitigation, water damage restoration, decontamination, debris cleanup, disaster response, commercial and industrial roofing, interior restoration, and construction services to rebuild properties. But the main types of property damage being faced were:
Water damage and flooding resulted from frozen and broken water pipes.
Snow and ice wreaked devastation outside of residential and commercial structures.
Testimonials
We’d like to share just three testimonials we have received for restoration efforts directly linked to Storm Uri.
I had a pipe burst and flood my downstairs during the winter storm. Restoration 1 came out and did a fantastic job cleaning up the water, cutting out wet walls and placing fans and dehumidifiers all throughout my house. They were extremely professional, knowledgeable, they all wore masks and everyone was very polite! They also stayed in contact with my insurance company which helped me tremendously because I had so much going on. I highly recommend Restoration 1. They truly are angels and helped me out so much.
K.P., San Antonio Northside
Restoration 1 really delivered. Thanks! I had a busted pipe (Feb 2021 freeze). While waiting for help, I removed the walls and ceiling of a third floor shower which obviously had wet insulation. I needed a professional assessment of other areas, including the lower floors, where the water damage was not as obvious. Restoration 1 arrived, checked it out and helped me get moving forward. Thanks again!
William Hicks, Central Houston
Andres and his team were very dependable and professional. Our house was hit hard by the extreme cold temperatures brought on by the Texas winter storm. Duff and Dylan worked together as team leads for this job and the communication amongst everyone was superb! We had called ServPro initially but they weren’t responsive and honestly we would still probably be in a state of chaos if we had gone with them. Restoration 1 Central San Antonio jumped into demolition mode the day after we called them. Thank you guys for all your hard work.
Ian Wolfe, Central San Antonio
In Conclusion
The response and reach that Restoration 1 had during Storm Uri shows the company's commitment as a whole. At Restoration 1, we truly believe we are in this together. Evidence of this is highlighted by the whole network of franchisees stepping in to help wherever they could – even outside of their response area. We saw teams responding to water mitigation and restoration requests from schools, hospitals, hotels, churches, resorts, commercial and residential properties with emergency teams and professional equipment to help.
Restoration 1 is proficient in mitigating this kind of water-related damage; with the experience and certification in water damage repair and water extraction and drying, we could help with ease and expertise.
How Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County Can Help
Specializing in disaster response and water damage restoration, the water damage experts at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County are your best bet when facing a natural disaster. There is no way to perform safe and successful water restoration without training. With all the expenses of water damage restoration remediation, it does not pay to do it yourself.
There is no substitute for professional restoration experts. It may be possible to restore some of the storm damage on your own – but the bigger problems are better left to the experts.
Play it safe. Call the professionals at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County. If you have any questions about water damage restoration, please contact us 24/7.
Texas had such a hard time because the state has its own power grid, and every part of the power generation was impacted by the cold. The coal froze, the ice blocked natural gas pipelines, and wind turbines were iced over. And, of course, the electricity demand shot up so everyone could keep warm. Many saw their water pipes freezing, and a loss of power as the state instituted rolling blackouts to ration energy supply.
As we at Restoration 1 know so well, frozen pipes can lead to cracking and, once the pipes thaw, bursting. Burst pipes lead to flooding, leaving residential and commercial buildings susceptible to the risk of mold growth. Luckily for those affected by Storm Uri, Restoration 1 teams were mobilized and on the ground, operating 24/7 to help residential and commercial property owners. Available crews tackled water damage cleanup and restoration efforts to fix any interior water damage due to burst pipes, roof leaks, and ice.
In this post, we share how Restoration 1 dealt with Storm Uri and the steps we took to ensure all franchisees were mobilized and ready to help as many people as possible.
How Restoration 1 Dealt with Storm Uri
As with all natural disasters, the quicker you can handle the situation, the better. Restoration 1 was quick to mobilize, being available and responding within less than 24 hours after the storm hit. With our vast network of franchisees, Restoration 1 pulled all its staff from unaffected areas to help at branches that needed support and where Storm Uri had caused havoc.
The Breadth of Our Service
With Restoration 1's proprietary system, the company was able to prepare and connect with all franchisees. Our proprietary tool, in turn, was able to alert the support team throughout our network of franchisees.
Once we knew what each franchisee needed, the national disaster team could tie them to available resources. This national disaster response team used its proprietary tool to mobilize quickly during the disaster.
In less than 24 hours, we could connect a multi-state effort to support the affected areas and franchisees.
Senior Management
Our senior management team gathered all their efforts promptly and held a daily hotline with all locations. The hotline outlined best practices in responding to storm Uri's aftermath and how to utilize our rapid response messaging system to communicate with people in the field in real-time. The senior management team also traveled to the worst affected areas and provided support 24/7.
The Home Office
The home office support team stepped up their availability and was on-call 24/7 during this entire event. They held meetings and check-ins during the middle of the night, if necessary, and waiting lists for each affected location were quickly and effectively addressed.
The Two Most Common Types of Damage Faced During Storm Uri
Restoration 1 helped the affected homes and businesses with water mitigation, water damage restoration, decontamination, debris cleanup, disaster response, commercial and industrial roofing, interior restoration, and construction services to rebuild properties. But the main types of property damage being faced were:
Water damage and flooding resulted from frozen and broken water pipes.
Snow and ice wreaked devastation outside of residential and commercial structures.
Testimonials
We’d like to share just three testimonials we have received for restoration efforts directly linked to Storm Uri.
I had a pipe burst and flood my downstairs during the winter storm. Restoration 1 came out and did a fantastic job cleaning up the water, cutting out wet walls and placing fans and dehumidifiers all throughout my house. They were extremely professional, knowledgeable, they all wore masks and everyone was very polite! They also stayed in contact with my insurance company which helped me tremendously because I had so much going on. I highly recommend Restoration 1. They truly are angels and helped me out so much.
K.P., San Antonio Northside
Restoration 1 really delivered. Thanks! I had a busted pipe (Feb 2021 freeze). While waiting for help, I removed the walls and ceiling of a third floor shower which obviously had wet insulation. I needed a professional assessment of other areas, including the lower floors, where the water damage was not as obvious. Restoration 1 arrived, checked it out and helped me get moving forward. Thanks again!
William Hicks, Central Houston
Andres and his team were very dependable and professional. Our house was hit hard by the extreme cold temperatures brought on by the Texas winter storm. Duff and Dylan worked together as team leads for this job and the communication amongst everyone was superb! We had called ServPro initially but they weren’t responsive and honestly we would still probably be in a state of chaos if we had gone with them. Restoration 1 Central San Antonio jumped into demolition mode the day after we called them. Thank you guys for all your hard work.
Ian Wolfe, Central San Antonio
In Conclusion
The response and reach that Restoration 1 had during Storm Uri shows the company's commitment as a whole. At Restoration 1, we truly believe we are in this together. Evidence of this is highlighted by the whole network of franchisees stepping in to help wherever they could – even outside of their response area. We saw teams responding to water mitigation and restoration requests from schools, hospitals, hotels, churches, resorts, commercial and residential properties with emergency teams and professional equipment to help.
Restoration 1 is proficient in mitigating this kind of water-related damage; with the experience and certification in water damage repair and water extraction and drying, we could help with ease and expertise.
How Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County Can Help
Specializing in disaster response and water damage restoration, the water damage experts at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County are your best bet when facing a natural disaster. There is no way to perform safe and successful water restoration without training. With all the expenses of water damage restoration remediation, it does not pay to do it yourself.
There is no substitute for professional restoration experts. It may be possible to restore some of the storm damage on your own – but the bigger problems are better left to the experts.
Play it safe. Call the professionals at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County. If you have any questions about water damage restoration, please contact us 24/7.
Sometimes, even without a natural disaster, you can still face disastrous basement flood damage. As you can imagine, water leaks can cause a lot of water damage and a large amount of waste. Therefore, it's essential to be aware of the many ways you can prevent water damage in your home or business.
According to the statistics, 14,000 people in the US experience a water damage emergency at home or work each day, and 98% of basements in the US will suffer from some water damage during their lifetime. Let's take a look at what can cause basement flood damage in your Western Wayne County residence:
Top Causes of Basement Flooding
Sump pump failure: If your surrounding ground has a lot of water, it is essential to have a sump pump in your basement. These pumps move water out and away from the basement. Set up a regular maintenance schedule for this equipment.
Water heater issues: Regular maintenance and monitoring of utility appliances are essential for operating effectively and preventing potential water leaks.
Basement sealing: The basement tiles and foundation need to be adequately sealed when a home is built. Eventually, this can deteriorate over time, and water will begin to seep into the basement from the ground.
Irrigation: The underground pipes for irrigation systems can leak. Keep an eye on your system, and don't place it too close to the foundation of your home.
As you can see, regularly maintaining and monitoring your water-related appliances, pipes, and areas prone to water damage is vital to prevent basement flood damage and plumbing water damage.
And if it's too late for that, and you are facing basement flood damage, it's a good idea to have the experts at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County check things out. With just one call, any time of the day or night, they will assess and tackle the basement flood damage as soon as possible to help you get your life back to normal.
Contact The Professionals
Remember, water damage is a job for professionals. Although you may think you can handle some water damage on your own, the restoration experts use professional equipment to prevent mold growth and other adverse effects of water damage. Plus, we also know to look for possible structural issues that may have come about due to water damage. There is no substitute for professional restoration experts.
If you have any questions about water damage restoration and flood damage cleanup, please contact us 24/7 at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County.
According to the statistics, 14,000 people in the US experience a water damage emergency at home or work each day, and 98% of basements in the US will suffer from some water damage during their lifetime. Let's take a look at what can cause basement flood damage in your Western Wayne County residence:
Top Causes of Basement Flooding
- Clogged gutters: Ensure your gutters are free from leaves and debris, especially during the rainy season, and that they dispense the water at least 6-10 feet away from your home.
- Storm sewer blockage: If the pipes that carry away stormwater become obstructed with debris, you will more than likely experience a backup. Call the city to clear the debris as soon as possible.
- Grading: Your land should slope 6 inches downwards within the first 10 feet of your home. Recontour the soil around your house if necessary, so water is carried away from your home in severe rain.
- Septic tank blockage or failure: If your septic system is blocked, it could send greywater into your home. And a failed septic pump can also result in greywater overflow.
- Insufficient foundation drainage: Gutters are not enough to protect your home from rainwater getting in, and most properties will have foundation drainage, too. Ensure your foundation drainage, such as French drain or perimeter drain, is free and clear of debris and problems.
- Extreme weather: Stormwater and melting snow can travel from far to cause damage to your home. During extreme weather, regularly check the weather reports and update your safety measures around the windows and openings to your basement.
- Seepage tiles: These are placed around the foundation wall of a home and create an impenetrable barrier that keeps water out. These will help keep your basement dry.
Sump pump failure: If your surrounding ground has a lot of water, it is essential to have a sump pump in your basement. These pumps move water out and away from the basement. Set up a regular maintenance schedule for this equipment.
Water heater issues: Regular maintenance and monitoring of utility appliances are essential for operating effectively and preventing potential water leaks.
Basement sealing: The basement tiles and foundation need to be adequately sealed when a home is built. Eventually, this can deteriorate over time, and water will begin to seep into the basement from the ground.
Irrigation: The underground pipes for irrigation systems can leak. Keep an eye on your system, and don't place it too close to the foundation of your home.
As you can see, regularly maintaining and monitoring your water-related appliances, pipes, and areas prone to water damage is vital to prevent basement flood damage and plumbing water damage.
And if it's too late for that, and you are facing basement flood damage, it's a good idea to have the experts at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County check things out. With just one call, any time of the day or night, they will assess and tackle the basement flood damage as soon as possible to help you get your life back to normal.
Contact The Professionals
Remember, water damage is a job for professionals. Although you may think you can handle some water damage on your own, the restoration experts use professional equipment to prevent mold growth and other adverse effects of water damage. Plus, we also know to look for possible structural issues that may have come about due to water damage. There is no substitute for professional restoration experts.
If you have any questions about water damage restoration and flood damage cleanup, please contact us 24/7 at Restoration 1 of Western Wayne County.
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