Safety Tips For Those Fire Pits

9/15/2024 (Permalink)

Cooler temperatures are upon us and with it comes more instances of fire damage. If you're like many in our area you've probably begun enjoying bonfires or campfires outside with friends and family. Although they are always a good time and can keep you warm while outdoors they have the potential to turn into a fire hazard quickly. 

SERVPRO®  of Reading Twp., York City is always around to clean up if you have fire damage, but here are some helpful tips to keep you safe and the good times rolling:

• Always make sure your fire pit or campfire is far enough away from your house that wind gusts won't lead the flames to cause a structure fire.
• Don't let grass grow up or around your fire pit. Make sure to cut and clear the area around the pit of grass or weeds.
• Never leave the fire unattended.
• Always make sure the fire is completely out by dousing the entire pit with water.
• Look to make sure there are no embers still burning when you are done, even a single ember can relight and grow out of control to cause damage.

By keeping these helpful tips in mind, we hope you can stay safe while staying warm!

Last Week's Storm Brought A Lot Of Water Damage

8/23/2024 (Permalink)

As the rain poured down last week, the calls came rolling in. Hurricane Debby left a lot of water and flooding in her wake. We went out to call after call, from flooding basements to leaking roofs and mold mitigation as well.

SERVPRO® handles any home and business damage, whether it's fire damage, smoke damage, water damage, mold, or general cleaning. Just give us a call and we will do our best to make the whole process go smoothly for you.

Loss in your home or business can be a very stressful time, but you can count on us to make it look "Like it never even happened." We are open 24/7, 365 days a year including holidays to make sure we can get to any scene faster than the competition. Give us a call as soon as you notice any sign of loss!

Finding Your Water Shut Off Valve

8/5/2024 (Permalink)

Knowing where your water shut off valve is whether you are a homeowner or a renter could save you a lot of stress. Incase of flooding, leaky pipes, or over flow issues; knowing where your shut off valves are could end up saving you a lot of money and prevent more water damage.

Generally you can find shut off valves under sinks, behind toilets, and other locations where plumbing failures can happen like laundry rooms. If you need to shut off the water to a sink remember to shut off both the hot water and cold water valves located on the pipes underneath the sink. A running toilet can be shut off or stopped by reaching behind the toilet to find the valve and turning it all the way until the water stops running through.

If any of your valves are failing you can use the main water shut off valve to stop all water flow. It can be found in your basement along the wall closest to the street, or it may be outside next to your water meter. For those with a private well it may be next to your water pump. Shutting off these valves quickly can help prevent more damage in a water catastrophe then call SERVPRO at (717)484-1184 to repair the rest!

Is Mold Growing In Your Home?

7/15/2024 (Permalink)

The latest heat wave has been a rough one. On top of that we have had a few days of heavy rain and overall mugginess. Escaping indoors to an airconditioned home or business can feel like heaven. But, maybe you've started to notice a certain smell. A certain earthy, musty, not fresh smell.

Maybe you smell the smelly smell of something that smells smelly? If you know what I'm talking about, you may have a mold problem in your home or business. Heat and moisture can create the perfect atmosphere for mold growth. 

Mold is not only bad for your health, it can be damaging to structures as well. Make the safe choice and don't hesitate to call SERVPRO of Reading, Hamilton Twps. if you suspect mold (717)484-1184. We specialize in thorough cleaning services that can have your space smelling fresh again.

Don't Let Your Fourth of July Celebration Cause Fire Damage!

7/4/2024 (Permalink)

It's the fourth of July and that means there will be a surge in fires and fire damage. Between the heat waves, random bouts of dry weather, and the holiday fireworks and firepits, fires become a big concern.

This year make sure you stay safe and vigilant if you are grilling outdoors or lighting some of those fun little bottle rockets and sparklers that the kiddos love. It's always best to have a source of water ready to put out fires that may spark to life. 

One thing I always do is have a pitcher of water ready for used sparklers and fire crackers. It's best to collect them after use and submerge them in the water until they are fully soaked through, thus avoiding anything from catching fire.

As always if you find yourself dealing with a fire damage give us a call at (717) 484-1184!

Fire Damage? SERVPRO Is On The Way!

6/21/2024 (Permalink)

Fires can happen at any time and SERVPRO® is always ready when the calls come in. 

Recently our business development manager was at a networking event for SERVPRO when a fire damage call came in. She was offered the opportunity to ride along and see how everything is handled from the start. 

On top of sorting through the mess to see what could be saved and what plans needed to be made she got to witness how SERVPRO technicians handle the customers after a fire catastrophe. It warmed her heart to see how comforting and professional the techs were and how quickly they got to work cleaning the mess. 

By the time she left the scene, plans were already made and in motion to make it "Like it never even happened."

We Are An IICRC Certified Firm

6/11/2024 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Reading, Hamilton Twps is an IICRC firm. The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) creates the standards for the restoration industry and provides training and certification to restoration companies. IICRC Certified Firms have the right to display the IICRC Certified Logo.

IICRC Certified Firms must

• Present accurate information to consumers and conduct business with honesty and integrity.

• Require a technician on all jobs who has been formally trained and passed all required tests.

• Require a continuing education program to keep technicians up-to-date on the latest changes in the industry.

• Maintain liability insurance to protect all parties in the event of an accident.

• Maintain a written complaint policy and agree to Better Business Bureau or similar arbitration to resolve disputes, and accept the conclusions and recommendations of arbitration.

The IICRC Develops The Standards For The Restoration Industry

The IICRC has been the driving force in establishing the main industry standards and reference guides for professional carpet cleaning, water damage restoration and mold remediation. These IICRC standards take years to develop and require the coordination of experts in the field: manufacturers, industry organizations, insurance professionals, training schools, contractors, and public health professionals.

Every five years, the standards are reviewed and updated. The water damage restoration field changes rapidly with advancements in technology and science, and therefore the standards must evolve to keep pace.

About SERVPRO of Reading, Hamilton Twps 

SERVPRO of Reading, Hamilton Twps specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or water damage event. Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration and we are an IICRC Certified Firm. We believe in continuous training: from initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO’s corporate training facility to regular IICRC-industry certification, rest assured our staff is equipped with the knowledge to restore your property.

Call Today - 717-484-1184

Call Us For Your Water Damage!

5/30/2024 (Permalink)

Leak from an upstairs washer that spread to the master bedroom and common hallway.

Drip splash water drip splash splash drip water splish splash- if that's what it sounds like when you're walking through your house it may be time for you to give SERVPRO® of Reading, Hamilton Twps. a call!

You could say we have a very particular set of skills, skills that we have acquired over a very long career. Besides being leaders in fire damage and biohazard clean up, SERVPRO specializes in mold and water damage mitigation as well. You can count on us for a smooth process from cleaning up the initial destruction to making it look like it never even happened.

Choosing us will guarantee you can walk around your house or business and smile at the difference we make. So don't hesitate, give us a call immediately if you see signs of damage in your home at (717) 484-1184 and we will be out there faster than our competitors!

Hello Reading, Hamilton Township! We Are SERVPRO!

5/13/2024 (Permalink)

Attention Reading, Hamilton Townships: SERVPRO is now available in your area for all of your residential and commercial restoration needs!

We offer many clean up and mitigation services for:

• Water damage
• Fire damage
• Mold remediation
• Storms and disasters
• Construction
• Specialty Cleaning
• Air duct and HVAC cleaning
• Biohazard and crime scene
• Odor removal
• General cleaning
• Carpet and upholstery cleaning

We are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year! We have highly trained restoration technicians and advanced restoration and cleaning equipment that is able to tackle any job. We are faster to any sized disaster so don't hesitate to give us a call! (717) 484-0007

When a catastrophe strikes it can be overwhelming to know what to do next or who to trust. Just make calling SERVPRO your first step and let us handle the rest. We can be your one-stop shop in getting your home back to looking like it never even happened.