Commercial Flood and Water Damage Restoration Minneapolis MN
Commercial Water Damage Restoration & Clean Up MN You know that any down time in work or production costs big money. Who has time for a flood? The confusion and questions of “what to do?”,“how did this happen?” and worries of how long you will be out of business loom large. Building Owners and Property Managers Don’t Let An Emergency Shut You Down! Don’t let an emergency shut you down! Whether you are a business owner or commercial property manager you do not question the possibility of a disaster, but rather ask yourself “what could happen, and when?” Time is NOT on Your Side! When a flood, storm or water related emergency has damaged your property, you need the help of an experienced Minnesota Water Damage Restoration Expert that can be dispatched at a moments notice to limit your damage and return your property to normal as quickly as possible. Flooded Warehouse in Brooklyn Center Minnesota The entire warehouse was flooded after a supply line burst. The buildings received varying degrees of water damage with some “severely damaged” by the flooding. The flood waters had various water levels standing in different parts of the building. Upon the initial inspection, the assessment team determined and informed them that spaces which had sustained water damage must undergo extensive work, including the removal of all furnishings and equipment, including computers. Furniture that could be salvaged was cleaned of any contaminates. We remained on site until buildings was secure. The building owner/manager and staff whose offices were in the water damaged building were assisted in relocating until the clean-up was completed. Drywall in affected areas was removed 2 to 4 feet high. The building and all structural components were dried and decontaminated with antimicrobial products and dehumidification processes and any wooden studs were treated with an antimicrobial product. We removed all water in the warehouse Standing Water in Office Removing wet drywall and insulation in warehouse Offices Were Flooded Hallway had standing water Standing Water In The Hallway EPA Lead Safe Certified Certified Water Damage Restoration Expert Brooklyn center water supply line burst flooding the entire warehouse. All of the offices were flooded as well. Flood Damage Is Traumatic. Done Right Is There When You Need Them! Insurance claim specialists are on staff to assist you with professional service and knowledgeable information 24 hr emergency service for: Board Up, Debris Removal, and Emergency Contracting Complete inspection of interior and exterior of property for all related damage, including possible hidden damage. Plus . . . We assist you with the Insurance claim process including: Initiate claim Claim paper work Detailed estimate Meet with adjuster Negotiate the scope and cost of repairs with insurance company Arrange proper payment from insurance company to property owner Your project manager will be in contact with you regularly throughout the project to provide status updates, answer questions and cover any other information that needs to be discussed. If you have any questions or concerns during the project you can contact our office at any time. We’ll be here for you whenever you call. “One Call Does It All 612-331-4454” Direct Insurance Billing | At Your Door in 1 Hour or Less | 24 Hour...
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Prevent Frozen Pipes and Water Damage Winter storms can cause significant damage for homeowners. Although weather forecasting has improved over the years, the intensity of a winter storm can be difficult to predict. Storms this time of year are the third largest cause of catastrophe losses, behind only hurricanes and tornadoes. In these hazardous conditions homeowners can have problems with frozen pipes. When pipes burst because they froze or snow accumulation leads to significant water intrusion, your home and contents can suffer significant damage. Even if you live in an area where your home is frequently subjected to sub-zero temperatures and your plumbing system is designed to handle the cold temperatures, loss of power or heat can lead to frozen pipes and catastrophic damage. If you are located in a region that is prone to freezing temperatures taking steps to prevent frozen pipes and other leaks can reduce the risk of property damage. Cold Weather Homeowners Tips Thousands of families have one or more rooms in their homes ruined and their lives disrupted each winter by water pipes freezing and bursting. When the outside temperature drops below 20 degrees Fahrenheit, water pipes in homes with little or no insulation are likely to freeze and break. A one-eighth inch crack in a pipe can spew out more than 250 gallons of water a day, causing serious water damage to your home, destroying floors, furniture, appliances and personal items. According to the Institute for Business and Home Safety, claim payments by all insurance companies over the past decade for these kinds of losses have exceeded $4 billion. If you’re leaving for a trip or are concerned about a coming cold snap, there’s plenty you can do. Frozen water pipes represent the biggest potential problem for most homes. A little advance planning will usually prevent frozen pipes. Insulate pipes, especially those leading to the outside, and plug holes around the pipes with insulation or spray-in foam. Make sure there is warm air flowing around pipes that are located near an outside wall. Check pipes under sinks to make sure they will get adequate heat. Set the heat in the home warm enough to avoid problems. At night, the heating system needs to circulate water through radiator and baseboard heating units to avoid freezing. Make sure there is clear access to the main water shut-off valve in case there is a leak or a pipe suddenly bursts. Open the water faucets in your sinks enough to allow a slow trickle of water to maintain the flow of water in the lines and help prevent freezing. Make sure your sink drains are open. Shut off the water supply during periods when the home may be unoccupied, particularly when colder weather is expected. Water Damage Cleanup Minnesota homeowners, property managers, building owners, and churches suffering the effects of frozen pipes, cleaning needs to be done quickly to avoid further damage. The temperature and weather conditions may not be ideal for a cleanup, but it is imperative that you act quickly to avoid mold growth. Mold formation is the greatest setback most people face when dealing with water damage. Molding due to water damage can spoil possessions and can cause health problems. Some health problems triggered by exposure to mold include allergic reactions such as asthma, non-allergic reactions such as headaches, as well as lung and breathing infections. If the water damage is minimal, you may be able to do the clean up yourself. The amount of cleanup you can do by yourself will depend on the extent of the water damage. Otherwise contact a Minnesota water...
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Emergency Water Damage Repair Services MN Restoring your home or business after water damage is a frustrating experience. Fortunately, natural disasters don’t occur every day, and hopefully you’ll never have to deal with water damage from rising water or flooding. However, simple plumbing leaks or overflows, broken or burst pipes and sewer or septic backups are far more common. While dealing with water damage may seem fairly simple (mop or wet vacuum; fans used to promote evaporation), unfortunately, this fails to consider the degree to which water can penetrate into structural cavities and assemblies, creating trapped pockets of saturation. Too late, property owners become aware of the on-going effect of this trapped water on structural and contents materials, which may include: discoloration, warping, splitting, delamination, and musty odor and mold growth. Church in Ogilvie MN Water Damage In this example, the water main broke in their building, creating quite a water damage emergency. Humidity level was high and had to be controlled to prevent further damage. To dry the entire structure, all the water had to be extracted from the entire building. Moisture and its effects in your house or business can cause a lot of harm, like the growth of mildew and mold, and dry rot, and if not cared for it can carry with it seriously large problems if not skillfully extracted. Any drying being done must be Done Right to see to it that there aren’t any environments which promote and allow hazardous materials to flourish, taking your home or business and turning it into an problematic one that will only get bigger if not cared for. Most of the damages can be minimized thereby reducing major expenses, by quick and timely action. Every delay is only going to make matters worse. Cleaning it up quickly will restore your property and protect your health. 24 Hour Emergency Water Damage Removal MN The consequences of ineffective restoration – including possible health effects – are far too great to leave water damage improperly restored. Most property owners are not familiar with the essential steps and tactics for proper restoration, and naturally, they have a lot of questions. That’s where you need the help of a certified Minnesota water damage expert that can and will dispatch a crew to your home within the hour to do an evaluation!!! He or she will be qualified through formal training and experience to remove excess water efficiently, to promote efficient evaporation and to establish the dehumidification conditions necessary to stop on-going damage. They will have the proper state-of-the-art equipment, such as Fans, Dehumidifiers, Air Scrubbers, Ozone Machines, Desiccants that can save most...
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Edina MN Water Damage Repair and Restoration Molds, mildew and fungi are present everywhere…inside and outside. Furniture, carpet, books, even the air we breathe is full of spores. Humid, dark places with little air circulation promote the rapid growth of these fungi. Eating, relaxing and sleeping in a home full of allergy antagonists like mold, mildew and fungus presents your body with additional challenges which may lead to a worsening of your symptoms. Over 50 molds are considered problematic, including Stachybotrys, more commonly known as “black mold”. Pulmonary hemosiderosis has been linked to toxic mold exposure by the CDC. Water Damage and Your Health – The Hidden Dangers Mold can grow behind walls and even dead molds can make you sick. Mold can be found in homes, hospitals, schools and office buildings and may not be easily noticeable. All parts of the country are affected by mold and areas where moisture or heavy rain prevails, are more susceptible to mold, mildew and fungal growth. Mold Causes and Symptoms Molds typically grow in homes and buildings affected by water damage and are a potential cause of many health problems including asthma, sinusitis, and infections. People sensitive to molds are particularly uncomfortable on cloudy, rainy, damp days. Molds may also play a major role in cases of sick building syndrome and related illnesses. Allergic reactions can be caused by molds. The most reliable physical findings of mold allergy are dyshidrotic eczema, accompanied by tiny blisters on the palms of the hands. Other symptoms are nummular eczema that looks like ringworm. “But I don’t SEE any mold!” Stachybotrys-behind-vinyl-wallpaper Most of the people who call say those very words. But not all mold problems are as obvious as we would like them to be. In fact, the most costly mold related repairs are caused by mold that no one knew was there. Unnoticed, mold can rapidly spread exponentially inside walls, under floors, above ceilings, and deep into heating and air conditioning vents. By the time hidden mold is detected, it can cause thousands of dollars in property damage and pose significant health risks. Hidden Mold Mold growing on the back side of wallpaper Emergency Water Damage Cleanup The thing you need to fight water damage and flooding is to hire a professional water damage restoration company. A Minnesota Water Damage Restoration Expert utilizes state of the art equipment in removing as much water as possible, and then begins drying the area with our high velocity fans, dehumidifiers, desiccant equipment and ventilation systems. Restore a Healthy Environment To Your Home Moisture and its effects in your house or office can cause a lot of harm, like the growth of mildew and mold, and dry rot, and if not cared for it can carry with it seriously large problems if not met fast and skillfully extracted. They can restore a healthy environment to your home or office if you happen to find yourself up an indoor creek without a paddle. Any drying being done must be Done Right to see to it that there aren’t any environments which promote and allow hazardous materials to flourish, taking your home or business and turning it into an problematic one that will only get bigger if not cared...
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Water Damage!!! Immediate Steps YOU Must Take! If your home is damaged by water, there are some immediate steps YOU must take to begin the water damage cleanup process. Most of the damages can be minimized thereby reducing major expenses, by quick and timely action. Every delay is only going to make matters worse. Any drying being done must be Done Right to see to it that there aren’t any environments which promote and allow hazardous materials to flourish, taking your home or business and turning it into a more problematic one that will only get bigger if not cared for. AVOID THE HAZARDS! Be extremely careful of the deadly combination of water and electricity. Also be careful of slippery wet carpets and floors. Stay away from raw sewage backups, which can contain nasty bacteria and can be extremely harmful to your health. STOP THE SOURCE! If you haven’t located the source of running water, call us immediately and we will guide you through the appropriate steps (It is crucial to know what to do!) REMOVE FURNITURE! Wood furniture will cause stains which cannot be removed. Rust stains from metal are difficult to remove and may be permanent. Items that are not in direct contact with the water can still be damaged. This means, until the water and humidity are restored to normal, everything in the house must be removed. 95% of water damage jobs are restorable and most of the 5% which aren’t restored are caused by not doing this. So move all furniture that is even near water and place something under the legs. TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION! 24 hour emergency response teams on call now. You will always be answered by a staff member. We will respond immediately and help you get back on track fast. You will NOT get an answering service, but a certified water damage expert that can and will dispatch a crew to your home within the hour to do a free evaluation!!! 24 Hour Emergency Service If your home or business has sustained ANY type of water damage, you need to have a qualified Minnesota restoration company that does Water and Flood Damage Cleanup. They will have the proper state-of-the-art equipment to clean up any water damage, such as Fans, Dehumidifiers, Air Scrubbers, Ozone Machines, Desiccants that can save most valuables. You should never attempt water damage cleanup on your own or conduct your own assessment, as entering your home after a fire or flood can be extremely dangerous. Don’t be fooled into thinking any wet/dry vac can do the job. Water damage restoration must be done thoroughly to prevent any health...
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