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Commercial Water Damage

9/27/2023 (Permalink)

If you are a commercial business owner, you know that any type of water damage can be detrimental to your business. It is important when faced with a water damage, fire, mold or any other loss that you can resume normal operations as soon as possible to protect your business. If your business is forced to close until damage repairs are complete your short-term losses will start to add up and your customers may find somewhere else to go which could cause you to lose their business long-term.


SERVPRO of Grand Island and Hastings specializes in commercial damage mitigation and repair and can help ensure that damages are kept to a minimum, reducing your total losses. Commercial businesses have unique needs when it comes to damage repairs and the best way to protect your business is to leave damage repairs to the pros.

What to Do If Your Property Floods

When your commercial property is affected by water or flooding, the source of water needs to be addressed before water damage repairs can begin. Water damage can affect expensive or specialized equipment and inventory, and it is imperative to act quickly! SERVPRO of West Topeka is ready to respond!

In an event of a disaster call SERVPRO of Grand Island and Hastings at 308-210-2960. Our SERVPRO® team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year!

A Guide to Keeping Your Carpets Fresh and Clean

3/17/2023 (Permalink)

Carpets are an essential part of any home, providing comfort and style to your living spaces. However, carpets are also notorious for attracting dirt, dust, and other pollutants, which can cause them to look dull and dingy over time. To keep your carpets looking their best, it is important to invest in regular cleaning and maintenance. In this blog, we will discuss the benefits of carpet cleaning by SERVPRO of Grand Island and why it is a great choice for your home.

Why Choose SERVPRO of Grand Island for Carpet Cleaning?

SERVPRO of Grand Island is a leading provider of cleaning and restoration services for homes and businesses. With years of experience and a commitment to quality, SERVPRO is a trusted name in the industry. When you choose SERVPRO of Grand Island for carpet cleaning, you can expect:

  • Professional and experienced technicians: Our technicians are trained and certified in the latest cleaning techniques and technologies, ensuring that your carpets receive the best possible care.

  • Safe and effective cleaning solutions: We use only safe and effective cleaning solutions that are gentle on your carpets and the environment.

  • Fast and efficient service: Our technicians are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment, allowing them to clean your carpets quickly and efficiently.

  • Affordable and transparent pricing: We believe in providing our customers with affordable and transparent pricing, so you know exactly what you're paying for.

The Benefits of Carpet Cleaning

Carpet cleaning by SERVPRO of Grand Island provides numerous benefits for your home and your health. Some of the key benefits include:

  • Improved air quality: Carpets can trap pollutants, such as dust, pet dander, and mold spores, which can contribute to poor indoor air quality. Regular cleaning can help to remove these pollutants, improving the air quality in your home.

  • Extended carpet life: Regular cleaning can help to extend the life of your carpets, by removing dirt and other particles that can cause damage over time.

  • Better appearance: Clean carpets look better and can enhance the overall appearance of your home.

  • Allergen reduction: Carpets can trap allergens, such as dust mites and pet dander, which can cause allergy symptoms. Regular cleaning can help to reduce the levels of allergens in your home, improving your health and comfort.

In conclusion, carpet cleaning by SERVPRO of Grand Island is a great choice for homeowners who want to keep their carpets looking their best. With professional technicians, safe and effective cleaning solutions, and affordable pricing, SERVPRO of Grand Island is the perfect partner for all your carpet cleaning needs. Contact us today to schedule your appointment and experience the benefits of a clean and refreshed home.

Keeping your home safe from water damage

3/14/2023 (Permalink)

Keeping your home safe from fire and water damage is essential to protect your property and your loved ones. Disasters such as fire and water damage can occur at any time and can be devastating to your home and your belongings. SERVPRO of Grand Island is a leading company that provides restoration and cleaning services after such disasters. In this blog, we will discuss some tips from SERVPRO of Grand Island for keeping your home safe from fire and water damage.

Install smoke detectors and fire extinguishers: Smoke detectors are the first line of defense against fire accidents. Install smoke detectors in every room, especially in the kitchen and near bedrooms. Make sure to test the smoke detectors regularly and change the batteries as needed. Also, keep fire extinguishers in accessible places, such as the kitchen, garage, and near the fireplace.

Maintain your electrical system: Electrical problems are one of the leading causes of house fires. Regularly inspect your electrical system, including wiring, outlets, and switches. If you notice any problems, such as frayed wires or overheating outlets, call a licensed electrician to make repairs.

Be careful with candles and space heaters: Candles and space heaters can be dangerous if left unattended. Keep candles away from flammable materials, and never leave them burning when you leave the room. Similarly, keep space heaters away from furniture, curtains, and other flammable objects.

Check your appliances: Faulty appliances can cause fires and water damage. Regularly inspect your appliances, such as washing machines, dishwashers, and refrigerators, for leaks, frayed cords, and other issues. If you notice any problems, have them repaired immediately.

Keep your gutters clean: Clogged gutters can cause water damage by allowing water to accumulate on your roof or around your foundation. Clean your gutters regularly to prevent water from seeping into your home.

Know your water shut-off valve: In case of a water leak, knowing the location of your water shut-off valve can save you from significant water damage. Locate the valve and make sure it is easily accessible.

Install a sump pump: If you live in an area prone to flooding, consider installing a sump pump in your basement. A sump pump can help prevent water damage by automatically pumping water out of your basement.

Keep your roof in good condition: A leaking roof can cause significant water damage. Inspect your roof regularly for missing or damaged shingles, cracks, and other issues. If you notice any problems, have them repaired immediately.

In conclusion, following these tips from SERVPRO of Grand Island can help keep your home safe from fire and water damage. However, accidents can still happen, and if they do, it's essential to act quickly to minimize the damage. If your home has suffered fire or water damage, contact SERVPRO of Grand Island for professional restoration and cleaning services.

Fire Restoration

3/13/2023 (Permalink)

Fire damage can be devastating to any home or business, causing both physical and emotional turmoil. Whether the fire was small or large, the aftermath can be overwhelming. Fortunately, SERVPRO of Grand Island offers comprehensive fire restoration services to help homeowners and business owners restore their properties after a fire.

SERVPRO of Grand Island's fire restoration process begins with a thorough inspection of the property. This includes assessing the damage caused by the fire as well as any water damage that may have resulted from firefighting efforts. Once the inspection is complete, SERVPRO will develop a comprehensive restoration plan that outlines the steps needed to restore the property to its pre-fire condition.

One of the first steps in the restoration process is removing any standing water and drying out the affected areas. This helps to prevent mold growth and further damage to the property. SERVPRO of Grand Island uses industrial-grade dehumidifiers, air movers, and other specialized equipment to ensure that the drying process is as efficient as possible.

Once the property is dry, SERVPRO of Grand Island will begin the cleaning and restoration process. This includes removing soot, smoke, and other fire-related residues from walls, ceilings, and other surfaces. SERVPRO uses specialized cleaning agents and techniques to ensure that all residue is thoroughly removed, restoring the property to its pre-fire condition.

If necessary, SERVPRO of Grand Island can also provide structural repairs and reconstruction services. This may include repairing damaged walls, ceilings, and floors, as well as replacing damaged electrical and plumbing systems. SERVPRO of Grand Island has the expertise and resources to handle all aspects of fire restoration, no matter how large or small the project may be.

In addition to its fire restoration services, SERVPRO of Grand Island also offers a range of other services to help homeowners and business owners recover from disasters. This includes water damage restoration, mold remediation, and storm damage cleanup. With its 24/7 emergency services, SERVPRO of Grand Island is always available to help in times of need.

Overall, if you're in need of fire restoration services, SERVPRO of Grand Island is the company to call. With its expertise, resources, and commitment to customer satisfaction, SERVPRO of Grand Island can help you restore your property to its pre-fire condition quickly and efficiently. Don't hesitate to reach out to SERVPRO of Grand Island for all of your fire restoration needs.

Water Damage Cleanup Mistakes

8/3/2022 (Permalink)

Water damage cleanup mistakes can lead to a lot of headaches and stress. If your property needs water damage restoration, here are a few of the mistakes you’ll want to avoid.

Waiting Before Cleanup

Water damage can lead to a lot of problems. The first rule of cleanup is to do it as soon as possible. Every minute that your belongings and property stay submerged lessens the chances of you getting that item or property back to its pre-damaged state. If you wait until it’s convenient to perform the cleanup, you’ll only end up with bigger problems.

Wrong Equipment

Using the wrong equipment will only aggravate the problem. Plus, the kind of equipment or tools you have might not be suitable for handling the water in your home. That means you won’t succeed at drying your home completely, which will leave your home at the mercy of mold and mildew growth. Don’t let that happen. Hire pros to handle this for you. They have specialized equipment to ensure the fast and efficient drying of your belongings and property.

Neglecting Important Details

Most of the time, people forget about the items they slog through when they wade through water damage. But there could be an electrical problem, broken glass, and other items that could injure you. It’s best that you hire pros instead of tackling this on your own. Restoration experts know what to look out for and how to do this in the safest way possible. They’re much better equipped to handle this than you with your makeshift tools.

Not Doing Your Homework

When you look for a restoration service, don’t hire the first company that you find. Look at the company’s history and background. SERVPRO of Grand Island and Hastings is your trusted resource for cleaning and restoring water-damaged property. Our teams are IICRC certified. We have the latest advanced equipment and training to make sure your water damage problems are solved completely.

If you have water damage to your home or business property, call us anytime 24/7 at 308-210-2960. We'll be there to help!

Moving Out of Your Business Due to Fire Damage

3/11/2022 (Permalink)

Commercial Spaces Impacted by Fire Damage may Require Pack-Out/Move-Out Services From SERVPRO

As a business owner, you know you must watch your budget and overall business operations. If you have a fire, be it big or small, you may need to think about having items packed up and moved out to get stored or cleaned off-site. SERVPRO offers a no-fuss pack-out service for Grand Island and Hastings area business owners so that your fire damage restoration project goes off without a hitch.

Fire damage at your Grand Island and Hastings area commercial business must include clean-up of charred debris as well as detailed smoke remediation. When needed, SERVPRO can help with affordable move-out service:

  • Pack-out/move-out allows items like equipment, office furniture, documents, and more to get packed up and moved to a secure destination during fire restoration.
  • While not always necessary, a move-out is a great way to open up space so that our skilled fire and smoke damage technicians can get to work.
  • SERVPRO always carefully logs and monitors inventory before and during moving to ensure everything is in place. 
  • Once cleaning is complete, we return all items to your Grand Island and Hastings area business. 

Minimizing additional damage during fire restoration is imperative with our team in the Grand Island and Hastings area. Call us at (308) 210-2960 when you need emergency service. We have crews standing by 24/7 – We Are Faster to Any Size Disaster!

Minimizing Risk of a Kitchen Fire

3/11/2022 (Permalink)

Most of us are so at home in our kitchens, we hardly take any notice of any potential risk or problems. Besides burning dinner or having the potatoes boil over, we assume we are fine.

But fires happen in kitchens all the time. In fact, well over half of the fires that start in our homes start in the kitchen. Clearly, we need to be more aware. People can get seriously injured, our homes get damaged or destroyed, and people lose their lives.

How to Minimize the Risk of a Kitchen Fire

There are so many easy ways to make sure we are safe while using our kitchens. So many fires are completely preventable.

Check Smoke Detectors

These are supposed to be checked at least semi-annually for the entire household. Change the batteries in all your detectors and check to make sure they are working.

Don’t Leave Cooking Unattended

It only takes a second for something to go wrong when you are cooking. If you need to leave the room, even for a minute, turn the burners off. Elements won’t cool down very fast, so food will continue to cook, and gas stoves will heat right back up again.

We live in an age where we are constantly distracted. Phones and gadgets can all be attention-grabbers. If you use an electronic device for your recipes, shut off email, texts, and other messaging applications so you won’t lose yourself in the banality.

Keep Area Clean

Grease from cooking can build up on the stovetop, above the stove, and on the backsplash. Wipe these down after each use or at the end of the day. Spilled or dropped food items or liquids can start a fire in seconds, whether you are in the room or not.

Remove things like potholders, tea towels, paper towels, cookbooks, aprons, and the like from coming in contact with the flame, the hot pot, or the burner. These can ignite in a flash and they crumble and bits can go everywhere, starting a larger fire.

Remove all packaging right away from the food you open, the wrappers, the grocery bags, and put them in the garbage. Make sure nothing was spilled from them when they were opened.

Wear Appropriate Clothing

Avoid wearing long floppy sleeves with wide wrists, clothing that flows out or can get caught on knobs, handles or pot handles, and tie your hair back. Always use oven mitts or a potholder when touching hot lids or handles. Wear an apron and make sure your feet are covered and comfortable.

Keep Kids Away

Many kids are eager to help out in the kitchen. Give them a task they can safely do and make sure they are seated away from the stove. Always educate them on kitchen safety, heat, knives, appliances, everything.

They can get in and get underfoot, as can the family dog or cat. They are all interested when there is food being prepared. Be aware of where they are to prevent accidents from happening.

Keep a Fire Extinguisher

You should always have a fire extinguisher handy. A small one in the kitchen can save your kitchen and save lives. Baking soda, a lid, and education will help you if you know how to use them, and when.

SERVPRO of Grand Island and Hastings

If you do have a fire in your kitchen, contact SERVPRO of Grand Island and Hastings. We can clean and restore your home as good as new. We have highly trained fire restoration technicians with all the right tools and knowledge.

Know Your Options in Restoration

3/11/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Offers Professional Floodwater Removal Solutions for Homes and Businesses in the Grand Island and Hastings area

Even if you try to stay prepared for Western Nebraska storms and flooding, there is always the chance that something happens, and you need skilled technicians to handle the cleanup. Working with a team like SERVPRO helps return your property to pre-event condition fast if you have flooding and water damage. Additionally, because floodwater is often full of contaminants, hiring trained technicians get everything done in the safest manner possible.

It is wise to have our number handy if you need prompt floodwater removal in the Grand Island and Hastings area after a storm. Our IICRC-certified water restoration technicians (WRT) are ready 24 hours a day so that you are not left waiting with standing water or storm damage. We’re Faster to Any Size Disaster and provide our clients with detailed estimates before beginning restoration. Some of the quality services that you can expect when you call us include:

  • Rapid water extraction with powerful pumps, extractors, and various attachments
  • Packout services to either store items off-site or relocate them for detailed cleaning and drying
  • Board up and tarping services for addressing a leaking roof from storms, broken windows, and more
  • Controlled demolition to replace drywall, ceiling tiles, wood panels, and structural elements
  • Precision drying and dehumidification to return the air inside your property to normal relative humidity (RH) levels
  • Sanitizing and deodorizing with the help of EPA-registered antimicrobials and cleaning agents – leaving your property Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned
  • Documenting any relative inventory and details regarding your project to aid in the insurance claims process

SERVPRO of Grand Island and Hastings is here to help with floodwater removal and storm response. Call us at (308) 210-2960, and we can deploy our Green Fleet within hours of initial contact.

Scopes and Inspecting Water Damage

3/11/2022 (Permalink)

Inspecting the flood helps the technicians from SERVPRO of Grand Island and Hastings to determine the size of the project, the fundamental process also helps experts to identify the source of water damage, determine the type of water in your flooded home, and to move furniture and other valuables within your flooded home. Furthermore, this step helps the company to formulate a suitable cleanup process to eliminate the water in home. 

Following inspection, our restoration company’s water cleanup experts will start extracting water from the flooded home using powerful pumps and vacuum units. A reputable restoration company will also use moisture detectors and infrared cameras to spot and eliminate water from crevices. Water removal reduces the drying time of your property's floor and wall, it prevents subsequent damage, and it prevents mold growth. 

If these surfaces are left wet, they may start to break down, grow mold, swell, or even warp. To avoid this loss, SERVPRO of Grand Island and Hastings will use specialized equipment like dehumidifiers and industrial air movers to accelerate the process of drying. After that, they will use moisture meters to ensure that all surfaces achieve the desired drying goals.

Call us at (308) 210-2960 if you have questions about the problem in your home.

Preventing Water Damage Caused by Frozen Pipes

3/9/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Provides Water Removal Services During the Winter in the Grand Island and Hastings area

As most people know, winterizing your home in the fall can help prevent issues in the winter when the temperatures drop and snow flies. Prevention is always the key to avoiding costly damage caused by cold temperatures or snowfall. 

When it comes to deterring frozen pipes and ice damming in the Grand Island and Hastings area, most homeowners know the basics of winterizing your home. However, for houses that seem to be prone to damage in the winter, there are several steps you can take to prevent issues related to cold weather. First off, it is always wise to remove outdoor water fixtures, including hoses and sprinkler systems.

If certain sections of your pipes have frozen in the past, you may need to take steps to keep them warm in the wintertime. One way is to wrap a UL-endorsed heater tape to your water lines with a thermostat to prevent overheating. A less expensive way is to cover all of your pipes with foam insulation. It is also wise to heat your sink drain lines with a lamp or leave your cabinets open, especially on cold nights.

If your power happens to go out during a storm, you should open both your cold and hot water faucets so the water keeps moving. You can also go through your hose and seal off any gaps or cracks near any of your water pipes. Other more permanent prevention methods are a thermal convection-powered hot water recirculation valve or installing a "RedyTemp" system that monitors the water temperature inside your lines.

But, if you still notice a leak caused by a pipe freeze or ice dam, our SERVPRO technicians can help in the following ways:

  • Water Removal Services
  • Water Damage Repairs
  • Applied Structural Drying (ASD)
  • Water Clean Up

Anytime you notice water inside your house where it is not supposed to be, call SERVPRO of Grand Island and Hastings at (308) 210-2960.