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What To Do If Your Apartment Floods
12/10/2024 (Permalink)
If you experience a flood in your apartment, SERVPRO® of Oyster Bay is available with 24/7 emergency response
Apartment flooding can be a serious issue for both property managers and tenants and can be a frequent issue for anyone who lives on the ground floor or in basement units. Storms can often cause water to flood and pool up inside the lower floors of a property, and if there are issues with the ways windows are installed, heavy rain and wind can lead to flooding in upper units. Of course, outside of weather conditions, any plumbing issues can lead to flooding virtually anywhere inside of a building. Knowing what to do when your apartment is flooding is extremely important to keep your property safe.
When Is Flooding An Emergency?
First off, the safety of people living in your apartment is more important than any of your possessions or property. If there are emergency warnings from your local government, you need to pay attention to them, especially in regard to flash floods and evacuation orders. In many cases though, flooding is a gradual problem that can be prepared for and handled in real-time.
How To Prepare For A Potential Flood
If you are aware of a major storm that could cause flooding in your area you should prepare your apartment. You should avoid having any upholstered furniture touch the floor. If possible try to raise furniture and any electronics off the ground and put them up higher to avoid them getting wet. Additionally, keep things away from walls and especially windows. Make sure you have towels ready and that your windows are shut tight.
Contact Your Property Manager
If you notice that water is coming into your apartment unit either because of a storm or a plumbing issue, contact your supervisor or property manager immediately. They can get in contact with any contractors or other professionals who can help mitigate damage. If you haven’t already, consider moving electronics and upholstered furniture away from walls and away from the floor. Place towels near the pooling water and buckets under leaks to stop water from spreading.
Quick Responses Are Key, Call SERVPRO of Oyster Bay
Water damage cleanup businesses understand the importance of a quick response. Drying and disinfecting the area can prevent your floors, carpets, and other furniture from getting water-logged which can cause permanent damage or lead to mold growth in your apartment. For water damage restoration call SERVPRO of Oyster Bay. For more information, visit our website.
How To Tell If Water Damage Is Old or New
11/18/2024 (Permalink)
If you suspect signs of water damage, seek professional help!
Water damage in your home, whether it's discoloration on the ceiling or rings on the walls, can sometimes seem like a minor issue—but it might be a sign of something more serious. If left untreated, it can affect the structure of your home, leading to costly repairs. Understanding the age of the water damage is key to deciding on the necessary repairs. Here’s how you can tell whether the damage is old or new, and what repairs might be needed.
Inspect the Affected Material
The type of material affected can provide clues about how long the water damage has been there. Harder materials like brick or tile typically take longer to show visible signs, so damage on these surfaces is often older. On the other hand, materials like drywall or wood absorb water more quickly and usually show signs of damage sooner, indicating a more recent issue.
Check for Moisture Levels
Touch the affected area to see if it feels wet or dry. Old water intrusion has most likely dried, while newer water damage will feel wet. If you press slightly and the material feels mushy, it implies that the water has penetrated deeply. This suggests that the damage started at least a few days ago. A firm material either indicates a very recent leak or residual damage from a resolved issue.
Look for Water Rings
Water rings typically appear as circular stains on surfaces like wood, drywall, or ceilings, and they can vary in color, ranging from light white or yellowish to brown. New water rings usually appear as fresh, lighter stains with a clearly defined circular shape, oftentimes from a leak. Old water rings may be darker or more faded, indicating prolonged water damage. Multiple layers of rings can also form over time if the water issue recurs, signaling that the damage has been ongoing.
Presence of Mold
Mold is a strong sign of recent water damage, usually within the past few days. New and old molds differ in their appearance and texture. New mold growth is typically fuzzy or bushy, often appearing in lighter colors like white, green, or black and feels moist or soft to the touch. Old mold tends to be dry, powdery, and crumbly, with darker discoloration. If you suspect or see mold, seek professional assistance.
Get Professional Help With SERVPRO of Oyster Bay
When faced with water damage in your home or business, whether old or new, look no further than SERVPRO of Oyster Bay. Hidden water damage can get very costly, call SERVPRO® for an inspection of your property, to avoid further damage and more expensive costs. Our team has extensive experience with mold remediation on large or small-scale areas of mold. We are available 24/7 for emergency response, don’t hesitate to contact us!
Locating a Water Leak From Your Appliances | SERVPRO of Oyster Bay
2/20/2024 (Permalink)
Have you recently located a water leak in your home? We can help. Call SERVPRO of Oyster Bay today!
Which appliance do you rely on the most in your house? Chances are, it is an appliance that utilizes water to function! Your washing machine, dishwasher and even your water heater play a big role in your day-to-day tasks.
While we certainly take advantage of these reliable machines in our homes, they can also cause quite a headache if they malfunction or leak. Knowing what to do when an appliance leaks can help you mitigate damage and control the situation.
What to Do First
Catching a problem at its start is most likely the best way to control any developing water situation, but you have to know where to look in order to catch the initial dripping or leaking. Start by getting in the habit of checking for signs of leaking water every time you go to use your appliances.
If you notice moisture or a new puddle, shut off the water to the appliance and investigate further. Keep in mind that water issues often begin beneath or behind appliances, which can make it trickier to track down until the water leaks to an obvious place.
As soon as you discover the issue, stop the flow of water and shut off electricity to the area. Avoid walking through the water, and get us on the phone right away.
How We Can Help
Our team will come out to your home quickly and investigate the source of the leak while simultaneously addressing the standing water and resulting damage. We will get right to work drying out your space while working on saving your possessions, focusing on the most fragile ones.
We can handle everything from the initial water extraction to the final repairs of your walls, floors and ceilings.
In order to prevent the issue from happening again, routinely inspect your appliances and tend to quick repairs to help prevent a larger disaster from occurring. Recaulk old lines, check water connections and have any appliances serviced regularly.
You should also consider replacing these water-reliant appliances as they age, as older equipment tends to be less reliable as it gets older.
Our team will always be Here to Help® you dry out and overcome damage! Contact us day or night for immediate assistance.
Water damage should always be addressed quickly. Contact SERVPRO of Oyster Bay right away.
SERVPRO of Oyster Bay, Long Island, NY: Unmatched Expertise in Water Damage Restoration
7/13/2023 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Oyster Bay, Long Island, NY, ensuring swift water damage restoration with top-notch service and state-of-the-art technology
In Oyster Bay, Long Island, NY, water damage can be a serious issue, but with SERVPRO at your side, it's a problem that can be promptly resolved. Specializing in water damage restoration, SERVPRO of Oyster Bay provides professional and reliable service around the clock. Whether it's a leaky pipe, a flooded basement, or storm damage, we understand the urgency and are prepared to act fast. Our team of skilled experts uses advanced water extraction equipment and drying techniques to mitigate the damage. We closely monitor and document the drying process to ensure your property is back to normal. Additionally, we assist with insurance claims to make the process as stress-free as possible.
Flooded basement in Oyster Bay
7/5/2023 (Permalink)
This flooded basement was caused by a old expansion tank
Customers expansion tank on the boiler blew.
This left her basement floor and walls to take on water damage.
Being that the basement had no dehumidifier prior to the event this caused mold growth, and condensation all around the basement walls and ceiling.
SERVPRO of Oyster bay came in and removed all wet contents. We set up air scrubbers and a dehumidifier to dry out the remaining moisture. The owner was thrilled. She was concerned over her asthma. The clean up was quick and she said our technicians answered all her questions.
Heavy Rain & Potential For Flooding, Call Us!
6/20/2022 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Oyster Bay is available this summer when heavy rains cause flooding in Oyster Bay and the surrounding areas, call us anytime!
The threat of flooding from a storm surge in a hurricane is real. A meteorologist will use storm surge to calculate the possibility of damage. The statistic measures the number of feet they anticipate the tide will exceed what is considered normal high tide. We've seen the storm surge effects first-hand in New York City/Staten Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, Rhode Island & Massachusetts.
However, we are seeing an increase in flood damage due to flooding caused by slow moving rain & thunderstorms which can at times drop an unusual amount of rain. These storms have been responsible for more property loss than storm surge in recent years. This is due to the fact that slow moving storms can bring down torrential rains in larger areas. In some cases, one area could see more rain in 48 hours that they receive in a full month. This extreme rainfall causes floods in rivers, storm drains, low-lying places and other areas.
SERVPRO has the ability to respond to extreme weather conditions. We work hard to determine the best ways to respond in the immediate aftermath to any event and to provide all remediation and construction.
Flood Damage Repair and Cleaning Services Long Island
5/16/2022 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Oyster Bay is available when water damage to your home requires immediate attention. Call us 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
We are used to large storms, such as hurricanes or nor'easters up here on the costal areas of New York and New England. These types of storms can bring a lot of rain over a short time period and cause massive flooding.
SERVPRO technicians always keep an eye on the weather. When it looks bad, we have our trucks loaded up and ready to go. SERVPRO technicians will provide services like window board-up or sandbag placing even before the storm strikes. This allows us to prevent any damage and save property.
If there is damage, it is usually water damage. Water damage from a storm can be caused by flash flooding due to intense rain, storm drain overflows, overflows from rivers, lakes and ponds, as well as storm surges. It is best to get in touch with us as soon as you notice this type of damage. The quicker we respond to your call, the sooner we can start cleaning up and the better chance we will be able rehabilitate much of the wet/saturated property.
Call us if you are concerned about your commercial property or home in the event of a future storm. Our innovative project managers can provide several solutions to flood-prone buildings and homes that have suffered extensive damage from a storm.
SERVPRO can help restore floors and surfaces after water leaks into an Oyster bay Home
3/21/2022 (Permalink)
SERVPRO is available when water damage to your property requires immediate attention. Call us 24/7, we are here to help.
If a pipe bursts, water can quickly seep through your floors into your walls. Your home's structure is likely to weaken as you try to turn off the water supply and absorb as much as possible. You can make this a distant memory by calling a water restoration specialist as soon as possible.
We can help you with water mitigation in Oyster bay homes. Our team uses the most up-to-date measuring tools, such as hygrometers and infrared moisture meters to determine where water settles. This information allows us to focus our extraction efforts on removing excess humidity from your home.
How can water restoration technicians remove water from vinyl flooring
Water pools on flooring are often the worst for flooring. Hardwood planks can buckle or cup and vinyl might delaminate from humidity on the binding material. We use specific techniques like the ones below to avoid flooring replacement.
- Use Inject-dry to circulate warm water in your subfloor
- Drying mats to draw water from wood planks
- To evaporate water from the air, dehumidifiers are used
SERVPRO can assist you, no matter how difficult the job may seem. Give us a call at (516 464 3300 to make your floors look "Like it never even happened."
SERVPRO can help you remove water from your Glen Cove home after a leak
3/16/2022 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Oyster Bay is Available 24/7 When Water Damages Your Commercial or Residential Property.
It may take time for a leak to appear in your Glen Cove house. It may be obvious when your utility bills are higher or your hardwood floors seem uneven. However, it is best to call an expert to determine the source of the leak and fix it.
Our SERVPRO technicians can provide water removal services in Glen Cove. After the leak has been fixed, we use tools like infrared moisture detectors or other probes to find water hiding spots. We pay attention to all items that need special drying solutions or are needed to dispose of them as we go through your home.
Are hardwood floors able to withstand water damage?
Humidity can have a specific effect on natural elements. SERVPRO knows how to fix buckling and cupping, and restore optimal humidity levels for hardwood flooring. We use technology like-
- Drying mats
- Injectidry technology
- Industrial-grade dehumidifiers
Our team at SERVPRO in Oyster Bay can help you restore your home after a water leak. We take time and pay attention to detail. Give us a call at (516 464 3300 to make your floors look like it never happened.
Winter Freeze is On • Here is what to do if a pipe breaks in your Oyster Bay New York home.
2/7/2022 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Oyster Bay • Disaster Restoration & Construction Services • Call Us 24/7
The winter freeze is here in the Long Island/Oyster Bay area of New York. Conditions have been below freezing for the past few days. Water supply pipes are more likely to freeze or break than usual.
There are some things you can do to help yourself and your family avoid this kind of catastrophe. First stop the water flow by finding the shutoff.
The next step is to remove any water-logged items from the room, such as curtains, area rug, toys, and clothing. The better it is to get rid of damp items. Mold growth can be accelerated by excess humidity so it is important to get it out of the home.
SERVPRO is your next best call. Our water damage restoration team can provide the right drying equipment and services to remove wet materials like carpets and sheetrock quickly from your home. We will then provide dehumidification services in order to stop mold growth.
We can also provide complete construction services for replacing carpets, flooring and sheetrock as well as cabinets and other items.
We are available 24/7 to assist you with your restoration needs.
The Hurricane Season May Be Ending But Water Damage is Still Possible
11/4/2021 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Oyster Bay is Here to Help The Long Island Sound Community
Winter is coming and colder weather is on the horizon. You should inspect your commercial or residential property to see if there are any areas that need heating or insulation that can prevent freezing weather from damaging your property. This type of damage may cause thousands of dollars of damage depending on the size of your home or commercial property. It could also require several weeks (if not more!) of construction.
Check all areas of your property where water pipes run. Check pipes near exterior walls, basements, attics, and other unheated areas. Garages or pipes in colder parts of your property. To determine if the temperature inside the space is higher than outside, place an exterior thermometer.
These areas may need to be insulate or heated. These small steps can help prevent major disasters. Call our office 24 hours a day if you have questions!
Why Is It Important to Clean up Water Damage in Oyster Bay Immediately?
6/14/2021 (Permalink)
Did a burst pipe cause water damage to your carpet? SERVPRO has the tools for fast water and effective water removal.
Does SERVPRO Have a Fast Response Team for Water Damage in Oyster Bay?
Homeowners can reduce damage from water leaks in Oyster Bay homes and businesses if the water is cleaned up quickly before secondary damage occurs. For example, carpets soaked in water can delaminate if they are not dried quickly. Colors leach from objects left on the floor and may damage other materials close to them. Wood floors can absorb moisture, swell causing cupping and displacement. Mold colonies can become established in as little as 24 hours.
SERVPRO’s fast response team can be onsite in less than four hours after your call about water damage in your Oyster Bay home. We quickly assess the situation and begin removing excess water, moving contents to a staging area to dry them and protect them. Drying mats are utilized on hardwood floors. Water extractors are used on carpets to extract water from the carpeting and the underpad.
Our fast response, water extraction, and drying can also prevent mold from becoming an issue. Mold can cause health effects. Our rapid response can also minimize damage to drywall and particle board, common materials used in homes.
The services provided by SERVPRO include:
- Emergency services water damage restoration
- Ceiling repairs from water damage
- Water cleanup from burst pipes
Call SERVPRO of Oyster Bay for water damage remediation in Oyster Bay and surrounding areas. We can help 24/7. Call (516) 464-3300.
Who Should I Call For Glen Cove Water Restoration Services?
5/7/2021 (Permalink)
Contact SERVPRO for water damage mitigation services, no matter how big or small.
SERVPRO Can Help You With the Water Restoration in Your Glen Cove Home!
Waking up to a kitchen floor soaked with water is no one's ideal morning. Unfortunately, it happens to people every day and worldwide. You may feel frustrated, overwhelmed, and worried, but try not to worry yourself into inaction. Water damage doesn't need much time to get out of hand.
If your kitchen requires local Glen Cove water restoration services, do not wait to reach out for help. Here at SERVPRO, we're water damage experts, and we want to help you. As an example, picture the following issues:
- Your dishwasher is leaking water after an error code is displayed
- The laminate flooring in your kitchen is covered with water
- Water has pooled in locations you wouldn't think to look, such as behind the toe-kicks of your countertop vanities
Don't worry, SERVPRO can think through these problems and their solutions for you. We use advanced technology, designed for water damage restorations. Our IICRC certified technicians can expertly assist you with:
- Water Clean Up
- Water Damage Repairs
- Water Removal Services
To help reduce excess moisture in the above examples listed, we can remove the ruined laminate flooring. Furthermore, we can remove the toe-kicks and gain access to the space below your cabinetry. It is our job to worry about remediating as much moisture as possible, so you don't have to. Trust us to help you when you need it!
If you need water restoration services, call us today. Speak with SERVPRO of Oyster Bay by calling (516) 464-3300. We're available 24/7.
Are Submersible Pumps Always Ideal for Water Removal in Oyster Bay?
3/22/2021 (Permalink)
Any type of water damage restoration can be resolved properly. SERVPRO has IICRC certified technicians for the job.
The choice of water removal services can determine the efficiency of water damage restoration.
When involved in situations like burst pipes or basement flooding for Oyster Bay homes or businesses, choosing efficient water removal tools can be critical. Flood restoration hinges greatly on effective extraction, which can involve several instruments in our recovery inventory simultaneously. The fast response of our SERVPRO team can help in many aspects of water damage remediation, including help with:
What Tools Are Best for Water Removal Services in Oyster Bay?
Electric submersible pumps are among the most common and popular extraction devices in our inventory, but only when water depths exceed two inches. Basement flooding can often provide ideal conditions for these submersible pumps to get used, but extraction usually gets finished by applying wet vacuums.
Surface water removal services are crucial elements to efficient water clean-up and flood restoration. Our SERVPRO of Oyster Bay can respond fast to help when you call (516) 464-3300.
Who to Call for Water Restoration in Oyster Bay is No Secret
2/15/2021 (Permalink)
Water restoration should be left to the professionals. SERVPRO technicians are IICRC certified for any size job.
SERVPRO provides professional and experienced water damage cleanup for Oyster Bay residents
Every town has its secrets. Oyster Bay has a rich history in secrets, mainly since it played a critical role during the Revolutionary War in General George Washington's spy ring. Today many of the most historically interesting areas are hidden from sight.
Hidden Cemeteries of Oyster Bay
Cemeteries are fascinating places. They tell stories of the past, of the people who lived and died in the area. There are many colonial-era graves in the small town of Oyster Bay, but you may have to look twice to see them. These cemeteries are spread throughout the city. The town grew up around them. They are open to the public, but the odd places they are located might make you think you are trespassing. Visitors can find them:
• At end of alleys
• Tucked behind driveways
• Running alongside private home
• Surrounded by gardens
Culper Junior's Gravesite
One of these sites, Fort Hill, is hidden from easy view. You have to know where you are looking, and even then, it can be hard to find. This location is the resting place of Robert Townsend. Townsend was known by the code name "Culper Junior" during the War for Independence. He worked as a spy for General Washington and was a key player in the downfall of Major John Andre and Benedict Arnold. Their goal was to surrender West Point to the enemy. Without the knowledge that Townsend helped uncover, who knows what the consequences might have been? Robert's sister Sarah was said to have been the first person to receive a Valentine's Day card in the U.S. Also buried in this plot is John Townsend, a rich merchant whose gravesite dates back 1668.
Raynham Hall Museum
This museum is connected to the Fort Hill cemetery as it was part of the spy ring that brought about Benedict Arnold's downfall. In 1776, after the Colonial Americans were defeated at the Battle of Long Island, Raynham Hall was occupied by the British Army. The home was owned by Samuel Townsend, whose son Robert joined the spy ring after the home was garrisoned. "Culper Junior" was able to move about easily and gather information due to his position as a merchant. Today it is a museum dedicated to preserving the town's history. Visitors can take a step back in time to the colonial era and enjoy artifacts such as a letter from George Washington. If you visit the museum, be sure to be on the lookout for Sarah Townsend, who is said to wander the home, still waiting on her British sweetheart to return.
Water Restoration in Oyster Bay
Any home or building can be subject to water damage from a burst pipe or plumbing problem. Museums and historic buildings are no exception. Using a professional water restoration company like SERVPRO is always a wise move. We can restore water damaged content such as:
• Furniture
• Household goods
• Carpets and rugs
• Books and papers
• Heirlooms
• Drapes and linens
Do Not Delay
One thing you do not want to do if there is a water intrusion is wait to call for help. The quicker we arrive on the scene, the less the chance of secondary damage. That means restoration is faster and easier. Contact SERVPRO of Oyster Bay for professional water restoration at (516) 464-3300 if you need water, fire, or flood cleanup and restoration services.
Dealing with Water Damage in Your Glen Cove Home
2/3/2021 (Permalink)
Has water invaded your Glen Cove home? SERVPRO is equipped to handle a complete restoration. Call us right away.
What to do with a Kitchen Leak
Waking up to discover that your dishwasher leaked all over your kitchen floor is not the way anyone wants to start their day. However, if dealt with quickly, you can mitigate further damage.
If you experience water damage in your Glen Cove home, you should dry the affected areas as best as possible using old towels and mopping excess water up. You can do this while you wait for professional assistance.
Our SERVPRO team continues to dry the impacted area more extensively to reduce further damage and limit mold growth.
Our technicians remove excess water by:
- Using portable water extraction equipment to remove excess water.
- Employing industrial air movers to foster air circulation and additional evaporation.
- Using humidifiers to pull moisture from the air and lower humidity levels in your kitchen.
For assistance after any water disaster in your home, contact SERVPRO of Oyster Bay. We're here to assist you 24/7. Contact us at (516) 464-3300. We make it, "Like it never even happened."
Oyster Bay is Rich in History and Culture with Museums to Nature Trails
11/4/2020 (Permalink)
SERVPRO is looking forward to the skiing season!
Best Nature Walk of Oyster Bay Long Island
The original settlers in the area date back to 1639 when the Dutch West India Company made its first purchase. The Muttontown Preserve, one of many things to do in the area, consists of five hundred and fifty acres of woodlands, fields, ponds, and common grounds and is considered one of the gorgeous settings to visit in our area. Visitors can enjoy themselves during every season. There are extensive walking areas where patrons can observe the natural surroundings:
- Local wildflowers
- Trees
- Birds
- Mammals
- Reptiles and
- Amphibians
Wintertime brings cross country skiing enthusiasts. Visitors can visit the Chelsea Estate winter and summer to enjoy the variety of natural life and history. A portion of the land was acquired in 1951 previously owned by King Zog, the last of Albania's monarchy. He left Albania in 1939 after Albania was invaded by Italy. However, he remained in Europe, never having lived here.
SERVPRO of Oyster Bay provides water damage cleanup services to Oyster Bay and the surrounding area. Call (516) 464-3300. We are available 24/7to help with water damage cleanup and restoration.
Can Floors Be Restored After Water Damage?
10/6/2020 (Permalink)
SERVPRO may salvage your vinyl flooring after a large water leak in your Oyster Bay home. We're Faster To Any Size Disaster.
SERVPRO Can Help Restore Floors and Surfaces After Water Leaks into an Oyster Bay Home
When a pipe bursts in and Oyster Bay home, gallons of water can rapidly seep through your floors and into your walls. As you struggle to shut down the water source and soak up as much of it as you can, the structure of your home is weakening. The sooner you call a water restoration technician, the quicker you’ll make this a thing of the past.
Water mitigation in Oyster Bay homes can be seamless when you call our SERVPRO crew for assistance. Since water continues to travel even after the leak is under control, our team uses state-of-the-art measuring tools such as infrared moisture meters and hygrometers to detect where it settles. With this information at hand, we focus our extraction efforts to remove excess humidity from your home.
Can water restoration technicians remove water from vinyl flooring?
Flooring often suffers the most as water pools on it. Hardwood planks may buckle or cup, while vinyl may delaminate due to humidity on the binding material. Our goal is to prevent full replacement of your flooring, and we use targeted techniques such as the following to avoid it-
- Injectidry to circulate warm air in your subfloor
- Drying mats to suction water out of wood planks
- Dehumidifiers to evaporate water in the air
Regardless of how challenging the job looks, SERVPRO of Oyster Bay can help. Call us at (516) 464-3300 and let us leave your floors “Like it never even happened.”
How Can Homeowners Detect Water Damage in their Homes?
10/3/2020 (Permalink)
With a fully stocked Green Fleet, SERVPRO Provides Superior Water Damage Cleanup in Oyster Bay Properties
SERVPRO Inspects Your Oyster Bay Homes for Water Damage
Homeowners in Oyster Bay may hear of a neighbor with water damage and wonder if their home is also hiding an issue. Leaks may become evident when there’s a musty smell in your home, or when a mysterious spot shows on your ceiling. Instead of guessing at the source of the problem and its extent, call a professional team for real expert answers.
When you need water cleanup in Oyster Bay, you can call SERVPRO for prompt assistance. Our certified technicians hold the key to state-of-the-art equipment to help find water hiding behind your walls or under cabinets. Furthermore, we can perform repairs such as dry-wall replacement so you don’t have to worry about coordinating with contractors.
What is the key to water extraction?
Water cleanup involves more than water extraction and our SERVPRO staff is an expert in the whole process. Aside from removing water with pumps, drying mats, and wand extractors, we focus on mitigating the damage of microorganisms such as mold. To do that, we use some of the following-
- Thermal foggers to neutralize airborne particles
- Antimicrobial cleaning solutions to thwart their growth
- Restitution of humidity levels appropriate to your home
When you call SERVPRO of Oyster Bay at (516) 464-3300, you are engaging the best team to provide a total solution to your needs. With our help, your home can look and feel, “Like it never even happened.”
Are Dehumidifiers Enough to Control Damage after a Water Leak?
9/29/2020 (Permalink)
SERVPRO arrives with an arsenal of drying equipment to combat water damage in your Glen Cove home.
Restoration of Your Home in Glen Cove Requires Specialized Equipment Beyond a Dehumidifier
Water leaks in Glen Cove homes can cause extensive damage if repairs take too long to happen. To avoid wasting time, homeowners can reach out to professional water restoration technicians to explore how far the water has migrated and take appropriate action. Failure to normalize humidity levels in your home could set the stage for complications, such as mold spreading across your walls.
Residents in Glen Cove with water damage in their homes have their needs covered by calling our SERVPRO crew as soon as they detect the issue. Our certified staff arrives at your home following best practices to prevent cross-contamination and keeping with safety recommendations for an efficient restoration process. Our goal is a timely intervention and mitigation of your loss, so your life carries on as usual.
Which equipment extracts water quickly?
Each area of your home may benefit from a different type of equipment or tool to remove excess water. Thankfully, our SERVPRO crew has options when considering the requirements of the job. Depending on whether water is affecting your flooring, furniture, or even your computers, we may take alternative routes to reach full restoration. Some of the most common techniques we apply are-
- Truck-mounted pumps when there is a large volume of water to extract
- Drying mats to remove humidity from hardwood floors
- Dehumidifiers to extract water from an area of your home
SERVPRO of Oyster Bay is ready to apply the latest and greatest in our field to protect your home.
Call us at (516) 464-3300 and let us dry your home until it looks, “Like it never even happened.”
What Does Mitigation Mean for Oyster Bay Homeowners Looking for Help with Water Losses?
9/26/2020 (Permalink)
Guided by research-based best practices, SERVPRO assesses, plans, and implements efficient and effective mitigation in your water damaged home.
Communication Is an Essential Element of Water Damage Mitigation in Oyster Bay -- SERVPRO Keeps Homeowners Informed of the Purposes of Our Efforts
When you cope with a plumbing rupture or an appliance malfunction, the water can spread rapidly. The first thing upon which water damage recovery professionals focus is mitigation. Simply put, we need to mitigate, or halt, the incursion of water into building materials and the contents inside your Oyster Bay home. The reason is straightforward -- if items remain dry or moisture is removed quickly, it is unlikely that they will sustain damage.
What Are Examples of Professional Mitigation Interventions?
The strategies we use for water damage mitigation in your Oyster Bay home vary depending on the affected materials. Here are some common scenarios we might see and the approaches we select from among to respond:
Wet padding and carpeting
SERVPRO crews consider padding removal as it is relatively inexpensive to replace, and taking it out reduces the wicking of water into carpet fibers. Wanded extractors moving from the dry areas to wet mitigates the migration of water. Final weighted extraction, often with technicians standing on the equipment, pulls the bulk of the water out in preparation for the drying phase.
Water percolating through hardwood to subfloors
Finished hardwood surfaces resist water penetration well, but the joints between planks or strips permit water to drain to the unfinished plywood substrate. The damp subfloor transfers moisture to the hardwood's unfinished back and sides, causing cupping, a type of warping. Technicians use adhesive floor mats to pull water from all layers using negative air pressure delivered through attached hoses, mitigating progressive damage to floors.
Water collected in building cavities
Fluids caught between walls, over ceilings, and in other recesses require extraction. SERVPRO project managers evaluate how to most efficiently remove the trapped water as failure to mitigate results in the continual breakdown of porous materials and the creation of an environment conducive to mold growth. The choices for mitigation include:
• Sawn or drilled release holes in walls
• Flood cuts, where wallboard is removed from stud to stud from the floor up to several inches above the waterline
• Weep holes, punched through ceiling tiles to drain water
Guided by research-based best practices, SERVPRO of Oyster Bay assesses, plans, and implements efficient and effective mitigation in your water damaged home. Call us at (516) 464-3300 to learn about your options.
Who Should Handle Residual Water After a Water Leak is Fixed?
9/25/2020 (Permalink)
Let SERVPRO Salvage Your Hardwood Flooring after a Major Water Leak in Your Glen Cove Home
SERVPRO Can Help Remove Water from Your Glen Cove Home Following a Leak
A leak in your Glen Cove home may take some time to show itself. You may suspect it when your utility bill is a bit higher, or when your hardwood floor seems uneven, but it takes an expert to identify the water source and address the damage.
Water removal services in Glen Cove are successful when placed in the hands of our SERVPRO technicians. Once the leak is under control, we proceed to identify where water is hiding by using tools such as infrared moisture detectors and other types of probes that guide us to its hiding places. As we travel through your home, we pay close attention to any items we need to discard or require specialty drying solutions.
Do hardwood floors recover from water damage?
Humidity affects natural elements in specific ways. Our SERVPRO crew knows how to address buckling and cupping and restore the optimal humidity level for hardwood floors. In our approach, we resort to technology such as-
- Drying mats
- Injectidry technology
- Industrial-grade dehumidifiers
With time and careful attention, our team at SERVPRO of Oyster Bay helps restore your home after a leak. Call us at (516) 464-3300 and let us leave your floors “Like it never even happened.”
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SERVPRO Technicians Assess the Damage and Begin the Restoration Process
At first glance, you may not be concerned with your tile or wood flooring after a major overflow from the dishwasher or other household appliance. However, if there are any cracks in the waterproof coating or any other vulnerabilities under an appliance, for example, the wood or subflooring may absorb moisture, causing further damage.
What if My Tile and Hardwood Flooring Sustain Damage?
Water removal in your Oyster Bay home can be challenging, mainly if the moisture is not evident. Although there may be no visible issues at first, it is critical to inspect your flooring right away for moisture using moisture detection equipment. The drying and restoration process should begin before you see any buckling to increase the chances of saving the floor. As time goes on, nails begin pulling, and the floor warps, becoming more difficult to dry and return to preloss conditions.
What are the Benefits of Using a Floor Mat Drying System?
- Works to save the floors rather than replacing them.
- Controlled drying to reach desired moisture content levels in impacted areas only.
- Injectidry equipment directs warm air under the floor mats through hoses, allowing for gradual drying while extracting extra moisture.
Are there other options?
In Upstate NY, many homes have basements, so drying your subfloors from beneath the living area may be a less disruptive option than using floor mats or pulling up flooring.
SERVPRO technicians aim to repair and restore damage rather than ripping up and replacing expensive hardwood or ceramic tiling floors. Throughout the drying process, technicians measure moisture levels to make sure your flooring is neither over dried or under dried and returned to previous levels. We make it, "Like it never even happened."
Contact SERVPRO of Oyster Bay for 24/7 assistance at (516) 464-3300.
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