Storm Safety Tips

3/21/2022 (Permalink)

As we head into storm season, make sure to start taking precautions that can help keep you and your home safe!

We're on the verge of entering storm season, and storms are picking up increasingly in rate. With that in mind, here are some tips that can help you prepare yourself and your home for what's to come.

STORM SAFETY TIPS

• REMOVE ANY DEBRIS OR POTENTIAL HAZARDS. If you have trees around your house, pick up discarded branches to prevent them from becoming tools of destruction in a powerful wind. Also make sure to batten down any trash bins or anything that could be knocked over.
• BRING IN ALL PETS AND STAY INDOORS IF POSSIBLE. Thunderstorms mean lightning, and no one wants to be caught outside in the event of lightning in the area. Make sure to bring pets into the house, and also make sure to minimize your time spent outside if possible.
• FIX PROBLEM AREAS. Make sure your gutters are cleared out regularly to prevent water buildup that could damage your home. Keeping the seals on windows and doors is also key to making sure you minimize any issues a storm could bring.

In the event that damage does occur, don't hesitate to call on our SERVPRO of Mesquite team to assist you. We're always here to help, no matter the weather!

Keeping Your Property Safe in a Storm

3/4/2022 (Permalink)

Weather can be unpredictable, so having a plan in place can make a huge difference.

Severe weather can happen at any time, anywhere. Being prepared to act quickly is very important when it comes to staying safe during a weather event. Below are tips to help you be prepared for a storm.

Know Your Risk

• The first step to becoming weather-ready is to understand the type of hazardous weather that can affect where you live and work, and how the weather could impact you, your business an your family. Check the weather forecast regularly, obtain a NOAA Weather Radio, and learn about Wireless Emergency Alerts. Severe weather comes in many forms and your shelter plan should include all types of local hazards.

Take Action

• Take the next step in sever weather preparedness by creating a communications plan for your home and business. Put together or purchase an emergency kit. Keep important papers and valuables in a safe place.

Be an Example

• Once you have taken action to prepare for severe weather, share your story with co-workers and family and friends on Facebook or Twitter. Your preparedness story will inspire others to do the same.

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Storm Preparedness

3/3/2022 (Permalink)

Storms can be unpredictable, so having a plan in place can always help!

When a storm is headed your way, what can you do to help protect yourself, your business and your home from severe weather? Knowing the difference between a storm watch and a storm warning will help you know when to seek shelter. By taking a few simple precautions as storm season approaches, you can help minimize the potential for storm-related property damage; however if your home or business does sustain damage, it is important to know where to turn for prompt, professional help.

Although violent storms can strike at anytime, the spring and summer months typically mark an increase in the threat of sudden, severe storms that sometimes include wind, rain, lightning and even hail.

Authorities issue a storm 'watch' when the potential for severe weather exists. A storm 'warning' will be issued when danger from a severe storm in imminent. The following tips will help prepare you to better protect yourself and your property when a storm is on the horizon.

• Put a communication plan in place and prepare an emergency supply kit, including a battery-powered NOAA Weather radio.
• Postpone outdoor activities; secure outdoor objects that could become airborne.
• Don't use corded phones or any appliances that are "plugged in". Use cell or cordless phone instead.
• Seek shelter in a home, building or hard top automobile. The steel frame of a vehicle- not the rubber tires - can help protect you from a lightning strike if you avoid touching metal or other conductive surfaces.
• Avoid windows and doors, don't lie on concrete floors or lean  on concrete walls, and stay off of porches.
• If you are outside when a storm hits, seek shelter in a sturdy building. Avoid small, isolated structures in open areas steer clear of hilltops, open fields, the beach or a boat on the water.

After The Storm

• Avoid storm-damaged areas. Stay away from downed power lines and never try to drive through a flooded roadway.
• Replenish your emergency supplies and repair property damage promptly, before the next storm strikes. 

SERVPRO Of Mesquite can help you establish an Emergency Ready Profile to expedite help and recovery in an emergency situation. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, SERVPRO Of Mesquite quick response time helps limit secondary damage. If your property sustains damage from wind, water or fire, call SERVPRO of Mesquite to help make it "Like it never even happened." (972) 329-4747

All the Reasons You Need to Make SERVPRO Your First Choice

7/7/2021 (Permalink)

We're better than the competition, all the time.

When your business is harmed by a natural disaster, a serious plumbing problem, a fire, or a flood, you must move quickly to minimize commercial water damage, minimize financial loss, and keep your doors open. Commercial restoration companies provide a variety of services to help you restore your property to its original state, which you probably won't be able to achieve on your own if you've had extensive damage. Why is SERVPRO better than the competition?SERVPRO's trained experts are among the best in the industry. No task is too huge for their Commercial Large Loss Division, which can manage any magnitude disaster anywhere in the United States. SERVPRO is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Our Disaster Recovery Team will respond quickly to water damage caused by floods, tornadoes, blizzards, and other natural disasters. Every day we help customers who have suffered damage to their home or business, get back up and running.  SERVPRO provides a wide range of restoration services to help you get your home back on track after a disaster, including: 

• Cleaning up the water
• Commercial cleaning services are available.
• Restoration after a fire or smoke
• Storm damage rehabilitation for businesses
• After a disaster, excessive mold and growth development is a common concern owing to water damage and wet conditions. Mold cleanup firms like SERVPRO can take care of the infestation and restore the property to its preloss state.

SERVPRO professionals understand that the longer a commercial property owner is forced to deal with a disaster, the more money they will lose. For years, this organization has been Mesquite, and the surrounding communities' go-to option for top-tier restoration services.

STORM Team - Activate!

7/7/2021 (Permalink)

We're not in Kansas anymore, team.

If you’ve been following the weather -- and we get it, not everyone is into national weather forecasts -- you’d know that the Bloomington-Normal Illinois area got uncharacteristically drenched in rain on Friday, June 25th, 2021. Severe storms dropped as much as 6.5 inches of rain in some parts of the county, causing vehicles to stand where they were waterlogged, sump pumps to fail, and electricity to become unreliable at best. 

Rain water from the street poured in through basement windows, leaving thousands of people with more water on their hands than they knew what to do with. And if our readers have paid attention to any of the blogs before this one, they know that unchecked water -- whether it’s a little, or a lot-- can wreak havoc on a home, creating immediate and long lasting damage, and cost homeowners thousands. 

That’s where SERVPRO Mesquite comes in. 

The wonderful thing about SERVPRO is that we’re not only here to help our local neighbors, but in instances like this one, where there’s too much water damage for a single SERVPRO location to handle, no matter where it is, we suit up to help get the job done. 

Our teams have been toiling away in Illinois, working long hours to help neighbors we don’t see all too often, and help get them back to, "Like it never even happened."

Staying Safe During Storms

6/29/2021 (Permalink)

Storms don't scare us. We scare them, with our crazy-quick clean up skills.

As mitigation experts, storms mean property damage: Heavy rains lead to flooding, which can damage your HVAC system, walls, floors, and corrode your valuables; High winds can damage your homes and expose them to the elements; Lightning can strike exposed roofs and start fires. 

But lightning doesn't only pose a threat to your home and valuables. 

Between 2006 and 2018, 33 persons died on average each year in the United States as a result of lightning strikes, according to the National Weather Service. In addition, over 75% of those killed by lightning strikes were doing anything outside during a rainstorm, such as working, hiking, camping, or enjoying watersports.

As a result, when a thunderstorm strikes, it's critical to seek cover as soon as possible and exercise caution. However, because shelter may not be instantly available to everyone stuck outside, we've put together some lightning safety recommendations. Stay safe indoors and out during a thunderstorm by following these lightning safety precautions.

Outdoor Safety tips

Follow these lightning safety tips if you're outside and can't find a safe, enclosed shelter:

• Motorcycles, scooters, golf carts, and bicycles should all be avoided.
• Stay away from power lines, wire fences, metal pipes, railways, and other metallic routes that can conduct electricity.
• Stay away from open fields and elevation regions such as mountain ridges or hills. Also, don't take cover under cliffs or rocky overhangs. Go to a low-lying area like a ravine or a valley but keep an eye out for flash floods.
• If you're in the backcountry or in the woods, get off the mountain as soon as safely possible. Go to the other side of the mountain, away from where the clouds are forming.
• If you're in the woods, find a low spot under a dense canopy of little trees. However, never seek refuge behind a single tree because they serve as natural lightning rods.
• Staying in a tent is not a good idea. Because most modern tents feature carbon fiber or metal poles, they can act as a grounding channel for a cloud-to-ground lightning strike. Also, stay away from porches.
• Water is an electrical conductor, so stay away from it and damp goods. Remove yourself from bodies of water such as pools, ponds, and lakes.
• Before leaving your shelter, wait at least 30 minutes after the last thunderclap.
• If someone is struck by lightning, dial 911 and seek medical attention immediately. Victims may exhibit a variety of symptoms, so be ready to seek assistance, provide CPR, or medical treatment.

Indoor safety Tips

• Keep your distance from windows and doors, as well as porches.
• Anything that consumes electricity, such as TVs, laptops, and cords, should be avoided. Use mobile or cordless phones instead of corded phones.
• Don't use your home's plumbing - don't use the bathroom or kitchen sinks, and don't take a shower.
• During thunderstorms, bring your dog and other animals inside. Lightning strikes are dangerous to dogs tethered to trees.
• To avoid being struck by lightning, don't plug or disconnect electrical equipment during a thunderstorm.

Lightening poses a serious threat to personal safety, as well as the safety of your home or business. Get ahead by preparing yourself and your property with storm-preparation suggestions. If your home or business has been damaged by a storm, don't hesitate to call SERVPRO Mesquite, the damage mitigation experts. We can assist you to mitigate storm and flood damage and rapidly restore your property "Like it never even happened."

Winter Storm Repairs: Let us help your business.

3/29/2021 (Permalink)

"Like it never even happened."

Hundreds of businesses were impacted last month by what experts are describing as a “deadly” winter storm. Record low temperatures, dangerous snow and ice brought Central Texas screeching to a halt in an unprecedented mid-February freeze.

With hundred-car crashes and statewide infrastructure straining to handle the weather, it’s no surprise our neighboring businesses are still struggling with the aftermath. With an extensive network of over 1700 franchises, the SERVPRO team across the grid has mobilized to help keep our promise to be there for our community in times of need.

A check on usoutage.net showed over 400 million in Texas were without power, and this includes many businesses. Lack of heat has left many vulnerable, as well as their commercial buildings. Our SERVPRO Mesquite office has been working around the clock to mobilize teams to units that have lost power and subsequently heat, and experienced burst pipes and other plumbing issues leading to flooding and water damage.

We hope your business never needs us, but if you do, SERVPRO Mesquite is ready to help. We understand time is of the essence. If you experience damage at your business or commercial building due to the weather, your first move should be to safely limit damage (turn off water at the main - if you don’t know where this is for your building, find out today), call your insurance company, and then call your friends at SERVPRO Mesquite and we’ll take it from here.

We know how important it is to protect your assets to minimize loss, and get you up and running again. Our team will dispatch quickly and bring expert knowledge, the latest and best equipment and a positive attitude, to provide you with a comprehensive plan that is auctioned fast, to get you back to work. 

Whatever the weather, day or night, our teams are ready to help. Our company motto is “Like it never even happened,” and we’ll restore your business to that standard while providing you with the highest customer service and as much peace of mind as we can offer. If your business is in trouble, call SERVPRO Mesquite today. 

Next Steps for Your Business After Hurricane Damage

1/7/2021 (Permalink)

You can't avoid storms, but you can be prepared for them.

Living through a natural disaster is a difficult, life-altering experience. Most people who sustain damage to their business or commercial property are left to deal with the financial and physical aftermath, and it’s never pleasant. In this instance, the damage has been dealt by a hurricane-- and as always, SERVPRO has a thorough plan of action for you to take in just such a precarious situation. 

Let’s take just a moment to stress the matter of SAFETY. Even when the rain and flood water recede, there are other threats that loom close. Gas leaks, electrical hazards, and water contaminants aren’t always the most obvious of things, so please stand by and refrain from entering your business until an inspector has deemed it safe. 

WHAT TO DO AFTER A HURRICANE: Step-by-step. 

1. Contact your insurance provider. The claim filing process is vital, and it guarantees that mitigation begins with no delays. Your insurance agent is an expert in the damage restoration process - and will help you kick-start your business recovery plan.
2. Survey the damage. Pictures are important, and so are detailed notes that you can pass along to your insurance agent, to bolster your claim. It can be mentally taxing to see the damage dealt to your business by the storm, so take your time, and allow yourself to feel the effects of the devastation-- but stay sharp. Safety gear is highly recommended, as hidden dangers may lurk where your inspector may have missed them. 
3. Salvage what you can. Your repairable items are best stored in a safe, dry place until restoration is complete. If you’re not comfortable moving your items, please wait for a team of SERVPRO professionals to become available to help. We always will! 
4. Find the right Professional help. Flood damage restoration experts know how to tackle jobs of all sizes and get your business back in shape quickly. Find a company like SERVPRO, who can guide you through the entire restoration process and have proven experience helping businesses recover after hurricane flood damage.

Why Fix Hail Damage To Your Commercial Roof?

1/4/2021 (Permalink)

Storm damage is our THING.

Hail as small as 1 inch, can cause big problems for your business. While usually, hail less than 1.25 inches doesn’t damage commercial roof coverings, if you have three tab asphalt shingles, hail as small as an inch can create issues. 

Even without visible signs, or internal water leaks, your roof may have suffered serious damage. Signs of hail damage usually become apparent after a few years. It begins when hail hits your roof and knocks the protective granular coating off shingles, exposing the sublayer and causing these areas to become brittle and susceptible to leaking water. These small leaks then create more extensive problems, and from these tiny issues come big repair costs. Inspection after every storm, and prompt repair, can save businesses big money, when it comes to hail damage.

As well as the financial challenges that come directly from a damaged roof, cosmetically, an unsightly roof could be costing you customers. In today’s consumer lead market, we all seek the best product, service, and experience. Your buildings represent your brand, and the appearance of both may influence customers in deciding where to bring their business. Fixing hail damage should be part of routine maintenance to make sure your presenting the best image to represent your company. 

Finally, fixing hail damage on your commercial building’s roof is vital, because failing to do so may provide issues with your insurance provider later. If your claim is not submitted in a timely manner, your roof repairs may not be covered. Worse still, if the insurance company deems that damage was caused or worsened because your roof was left unrepaired after a storm, you could find yourself in violation of your policy and liable for all repairs out of your own pocket. 

In the event of severe weather, use the Roof Coverings and Best Practices Guide from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), to best protect your roof. If your business does suffer weather damage, call our experts at SERVPRO Mesquite. Our team works fast and affordably to restore your building with minimal disruptions, "Like it never even happened."

Protect Your Property from Winter Storms

12/29/2020 (Permalink)

Storm season is coming!

Winter storms are unpredictable, and bring with them an array of hazardous weather, from extreme cold and strong winds to snow and icy conditions. According to the Insurance Information Institute, winter storms are the third-largest cause of catastrophe losses, behind only hurricanes and tornadoes, making it critical that homeowners prepare in advance and protect their property. 

Before a winter storm hits, start by doing a quick inspection of the outside of your home. Any branches that are hanging above should be cut down. When the storm hits these limbs may get heavy with snow and break, or in strong winds, blow off, and cause damage to your house, vehicles, or family. Drain pipes should be cleared of leaves and debris, and gutters repaired. Try to do this maintenance in advance of the cold season - climbing ladders in icy weather can be a danger in itself. 

Winter in general, is a good time to take some preventative measures to stop your pipes from freezing. Unprotected water pipes can freeze solid, leaving you with no water, and can potentially burst and cause water damage. Cover outdoor faucets and allow heat to circulate in your home to help keep pipes at a constant temperature. On very cold nights, leaving faucets to drip to allow movement of water through the pipes, can help stop freezing. 

Inside your home, you may consider installing a generator for emergency outages, which are not uncommon in winter storms. You can also make alterations such as additional insulation, caulking gaps and weather-stripping to reduce heat loss and prevent water seeping inside due to ice dams. Making sure your HVAC system is in good working order can increase the likelihood of it continuing to support you through a storm, and reduce wasted energy and money from a poorly functioning system. 

After the storm passes, it is vital to remove snow and ice from pathways and parking lots, especially if you are a business owner. Removing snow and treating with rock salt or grit allows your family and/or customers safe access to your home. 

By following these basic precautions and preparedness methods, you can ensure your home is safe this winter and ready to weather storms. In the event of winter damage, be sure to seek professional advice and reach out to SERVPRO for your restoration needs.

When a Storm or Flood Hits, SERVPRO of Mesquite is Ready!

7/7/2020 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Mesquite is your local specialist in storm and flood damage restoration. Since we are in and part of your community, we are able to respond quicker to your emergency, with the right resources. With highly trained staff, specialized equipment, and extensive experience, we are equipped to restore your Mesquite home or business back to “Like it never even happened.”

We’ve already faced a lot of storms this year, and the season is not over yet. Should large storms impact our area, we are able to activate additional resources to handle any sized disaster. The faster response, the less the damage, the less likely there will be additional damage, and the faster we can get you back to where you need to be.

Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call SERVPRO of Mesquite today (972)-329-4747

Hurricane Hazards

6/29/2020 (Permalink)

Hurricane season has already begun and several named storms have developed in the Atlantic. Caribbean of Gulf of Mexico. For the Atlantic, the season begins June 1 and runs through November 30. On average, there are 12 tropical storms that develop, with an average of six becoming hurricanes, according to the National Weather Service.

Hurricanes can be life threatening as well as cause serious property damage. The National Weather Service lists the following as potential "hurricane hazards."

• Storm Surge is the abnormal rise of water generated by a storm's winds. This hazard is historically the leading cause of hurricane related deaths in the United States. Storm surge and large battering waves can result in large loss of life and cause massive destruction along the coast. Storm surge can travel several miles inland, especially along bays, rivers and estuaries. 
• Flooding from heavy rains is the second leading cause of fatalities from land falling tropical cyclones. Widespread torrential rains associated with these storms often cause flooding hundreds of miles inland. This flooding can persist for several days after a storm has dissipated.
• Winds from a hurricane can destroy buildings and manufactured homes. Signs, roofing material and other items left outside can become flying missiles during hurricanes.
• Tornadoes can accompany land falling tropical cyclones. These tornadoes typically occur in rain bands well away from the center of the storm.
• Dangerous waves produced by a tropical cyclone's strong winds can pose a significant hazard to coastal residents and mariners. These waves can cause deadly rip currents, significant beach erosion and damage to structures along the coastline, even when the storm is more than a 1,000 miles offshore.

Preparation is the best protection against the dangers of a hurricane. Plan an evacuation route and your emergency plan, take inventory of your property and take steps to protect your home or business.

Be Prepared if a Storm Hits Your Mesquite Property

1/7/2020 (Permalink)

Sever Weather can happen at any time, anywhere. Being prepared to act quickly is very important when it comes to staying safe during a weather event. Below are tips to help you be prepared for a storm.

Know Your Risk

• The first step to becoming weather-ready is to understand the type of hazardous weather that can affect where you live and work, and how the weather could impact you, your business an your family. Check the weather forecast regularly, obtain a NOAA Weather Radio, and learn about Wireless Emergency Alerts. Severe weather comes in many forms and your shelter plan should include all types of local hazards.

Take Action

• Take the Next step in sever weather preparedness by creating a communications plan for your home and business. Put together or purchase an emergency kit. Keep important papers and valuables in a safe place.

Be an Example

• once you have taken action to prepare for severe weather, share your story with co-workers and family and friends on Facebook or Twitter. Your preparedness story will inspire others to do the same 

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Protect Your Mesquite Property During Sever Weather

1/7/2020 (Permalink)

If your Mesquite property suffers from water damage, fire damage, or mold damage, give us a call at (972) 329-4747

When a storm is headed your way, what can you do to help protect yourself, your business and your home from severe weather? Knowing the difference between a storm watch and a storm warning will help you know when to seek shelter. By taking  few simple precautions as storm season approaches, you can help minimize the potential for storm-related property damage; however if your home or business does sustain damage, it is important to know where to turn for prompt, professional help.

Although violent storms can strike at anytime, the spring and summer months typically mark an increase in the threat of sudden, severe storms that sometimes include wind, rain, lightning and even hail.

Authorities issue a storm 'watch' when the potential for severe weather exists. A storm 'warning' will be issued when danger from a severe storm in imminent. The following tips will help prepare you to better protect yourself and your property when a storm is on the horizon.

• Put a communication plan in place and prepare an emergency supply kit, including a battery-powered NOAA Weather radio.
• Postpone outdoor activities; secure outdoor objects that could become airborne.
• Don't use corded phones or any appliances that are "plugged in". Use cell or cordless phone instead.
• Seek shelter in a home, building or hard top automobile. The steel frame of a vehicle- not the rubber tires - can help protect you from a lightning strike if you avoid touching metal or other conductive surfaces.
• Avoid windows and doors, don't lie on concrete floors or lean  on concrete walls, and stay off of porches.
• If you are outside when a storm hits, seek shelter in a sturdy building. Avoid small, isolated structures in open areas steer clear of hilltops, open fields, the beach or a boat on the water.

After The Storm

• Avoid storm-damaged areas. Stay away from downed power lines and never try to drive through a flooded roadway.
• Replenish your emergency supplies and repair property damage promptly, before the next storm strikes. 

SERVPRO Of Mesquite can help you establish an Emergency Ready Profile to expedite help and recovery in an emergency situation. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, SERVPRO Of Mesquite quick response time helps limit secondary damage. If your property sustains damage from wind, water or fire, call SERVPRO Of Mesquite to help make it "Like it never even happened." (972)-329-4747

SERVPRO of Mesquite Wants You to Understand the Dangers of Flooding and Helpful Facts

12/17/2019 (Permalink)

Floods are one of the most common and widespread natural disasters in the United States.  It doesn't matter if your home or business is near a coastline, along city streets, in the mountains, near a river or even in the desert- there is always potential for flood damage.

Just because you haven't experienced a flood in the past, does not mean you won't in the future.  In fact, 20% of all claims pain by the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) were for policies in low-risk communities.  On average, floods cost $3 billion in annual losses in the United States.  Commercial flood claims average more than $75,000.  

According the American Red Cross (ARC), whom we are in sponsorship with, floods cause more damage in the U.S. every year than any other weather-related disaster.  The ARC offers the following safety tips.

• Stay away from floodwaters.  If you come up on a flowing stream where water is above your ankles, stop, turn around, and go another way.  Six inches of swiftly moving water can sweep you off of your feet.
• If you approach a flooded road while driving, turn around and go another way.  If you are caught on a flooded road and water are rising rapidly around you, get out of the car quickly and move to higher ground.  Most cars can be swept away by less than two feet of moving water.
• Keep children out of the water.  They are curious and often lack judgment about running water or contaminated water.

If a flood does strike your home or business, contact your local SERVPRO of Mesquite Professionals at (972) 329-4747.  Even minor floods have the potential to cause major damage to a structure when not treated quickly and properly, and the cleanup is often an overwhelming task.  The SERVPRO system is prepared to handle any sized disaster.  The sooner work begins, the sooner order can be restored.

When fire and water take control of your life, your local SERVPRO of Mesquite Professionals will help you take it back.

Be Storm Ready

12/12/2019 (Permalink)

Severe weather can happen any time, anywhere. Being prepared to act quickly can be critical to staying safe during a weather event. Knowing your risk of severe weather, taking action and being an example are just a few steps you can take to be better prepared to save your life and assist in saving the lives of others.

Know Your Risk. 

The first step to becoming weather-ready is top understand the type of hazardous weather that can affect where you live and work, and how the weather could impact you, your business and your family. Check the weather forecast regularly, obtain a NOAA weather radio, and learn about Wireless Emergency Alerts. Severe weather comes in many forms and your shelter plan should include all types of hazards.

Take Action.

Take the next step in severe weather preparedness by creating a communications plan for your home and business. Put together or purchase an emergency kit. Keep important papers and valuables in a safe place.

Be An Example.

Once you have taken action to prepare for severe weather, share your story with co-workers and family and friends on Facebook or Twitter. Your preparedness story will inspire others to do the same.

In a disaster, SERVPRO is "Ready for whatever happens."

2/7/2018 (Permalink)

When a storm or disaster strikes, SERVPRO's disaster Recovery Team is poised and "Ready for whatever happens." With a network of more then 1,700 Franchises, the SERVPRO system strives to be faster to any size disaster. Strategically located through the United States, SERVPRO's Disaster Recovery Team is trained and equipped to handle the largest storms and highest flood waters. Providing experience, manpower, equipment, and other resources, the Disaster Recovery Teams assist our you local SERVPRO Franchise Professionals. SERVPRO's Disaster Recovery team has responded to hundreds of disaster events. In the after math of a disaster, there is only one objective, to help you make it "Like it never even happened."

2017 Hurricane Harvey: Category 4 Hurricane Harvey hit Texas on August 26 with winds of 130 mph. The hurricane made a second landfall just hours later and lingered over Southeast Texas for about two days, dropping more than 40 inches of rain.On August 29, Harvey made a third landfall in Louisiana . Following the storm, and estimated 550 storm screws were deployed, representing more than 240 SERVPRO Franchises. Those numbers, in addition to are Franchises, placed more than 1,000 crews in storm-affected areas. Crews traveled from as far as California, Washington, Wisconsin, and New York.

2016 Houston, TX, Flooding: In April, a nearly stationary mesoscale convective system developed over Houston, resulting in widespread rainfall rates of 2-4 inches per hour. This was a historic flooding event for Harris County, which saw a total of nearly 18 inches of accumulated rainfall. The storm team dispatched 81 crews to over 360 jobs, mitigating over $3 million in damages.

2015 Siberian Express: Record sub-zero temperatures caused major problems for a large portion of the country stretching from Florida to Maine.  The Midwest also experienced record-breaking low temperatures, resulting in frozen pipes and ice dams causing major problems for residents. The Storm Team dispatched a total of 257 crews from 108 franchises to assist local SERVPRO Franchises, completing nearly 2,000 jobs.

2014 Mid-Atlantic Flooding: Rainfall rates up to 2 inches per hour cause major flash flooding stretching from Northeast Ohio all the way up to Portland, Maine. Eastern Michigan and Baltimore, Maryland, were also impacted, creating over 1,381 jobs for the Storm Team to produce. A total of 82 SERVPRO Franchises and 173 crews mitigated over $4.3 million in damages while assisting the local franchises. 

2014 Polar Vortex: Record low temperatures caused by a break in the North Pole's polar vortex resulted in an unprecedented freezing event, spanning from east of the Rocky Mountains to as far as South Central Florida, affecting all or part oft he 39 states and 70 percent of the SERVPRO Franchise System.

SERVPRO Heads to Chicago, IL During Storm

7/25/2017 (Permalink)

Our qualified SERVPRO professionals were called out by the SERVPRO storm teams to go to Chicago, IL to help with the flooding that happened recently this month.  SERVPRO of Mesquite and SERVPRO of Kaufman County/Cedar Creek sent 6 of our qualified technicians to Chicago, IL to assist anyone who had been affected by the storms. We took on a total of 8 jobs all in which the customers experienced major flooding in there homes. We were able to dry all 8 of the homes and restore them back to pre-condition. We are proud to be apart of a team that helps those who need it most during a devastating time. If your home or business suffers from storm or water damage, call SERVPRO, we are always here to help.