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Water Removal from Bristol Office Elements and Materials

8/18/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO gives you access to expertly trained water remediation specialists that put vast resources and years of experience to work for you.

The Many Types of Water Removal 

Water removal comes in many forms, especially considering the efforts of our Large Loss recovery team in properties like office buildings. From standing water on the structure's floors to removing moisture from the air, we must approach this restoration from several angles.  

Removing Standing Water

Water removal from Bristol office buildings often initially means the efforts made to eliminate standing water from the property. Pooling can be destructive to sensitive building materials and contents, so extractors like pumps and vacuums play a part in restoring the property early on.

Overwhelmed Wall Assemblies 

The migration of moisture can infiltrate wall systems and saturate materials like drywall. The path of moving water often finds its way into the wall cavities. Even with the metal track framing, drying is critical to prevent permanent damage. SERVPRO must:

  • Dry the structural cavity
  • Repair plumbing
  • Eliminate ruined building materials
  • Prevent mold development

Moisture in the Environment

While drying is a critical element of the restoration needed in the office, it also increases environmental moisture concerns. Evaporation raises the moisture content of the air, and there can be a point where this content plateaus and the drying process stops. Dehumidifiers manage humidity to keep drying measures productive, especially the trailered desiccant unit capable of operating in several office areas.

Saturated Office Carpeting

The carpeting in the office building, often a low-pile installation meant to be easy to clean and relatively cheaper to replace after a few years, can be quickly saturated by standing water. The objective of preserving wet carpets is to remove the trapped moisture as fast as possible with special equipment like wands and weighted extractors. Wands are a powerful attachment for wet vacuums or standalone pumps. 

Several types of water removal services can help office buildings after disasters. With pooling water and absorption concerns, we must work fast to get mitigation started immediately. Our SERVPRO of Bristol team can help when you call (860) 582-3330.

Water Mitigation for Burlington Businesses

7/21/2022 (Permalink)

Water mitigation services for your business should be left to the pros. Call SERVPRO for their expert techs for the job.

SERVPRO of Bristol Provides Commercial Water Mitigation Services

Water damage in businesses can get costly. An untreated faucet leak alone can emit a whopping 250 gallons of water per month, impacting upkeep costs significantly, especially for small business owners. Worse still, winters in Burlington put pipes at risk of freezing and bursting, creating even more costly repair and replacement needs.

SERVPRO can begin water mitigation for Burlington commercial properties within hours of initial franchise contact. This firm is staffed with the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC)-certified technicians that use industrial-grade tools and OSHA-approved antimicrobial solutions to prepare spaces for repairs.

Pipe Burst At The Burlington Library and Elsewhere

In early January of 2018, the Burlington Public Library endured damages resulting from a frozen sprinkler pipe bursting in the facility’s children’s section. The pipe was successfully repaired, and the surrounding area was restored. However, the building required several days of closure to perform repairs. A total of 78 books were damaged, and the library backdated returns to avoid accidental late fees.

According to a study of over 400 burst pipe insurance claims by Philadelphia Insurance Companies:

  • Sprinkler pipes caused-51% of claims studied.
  • Sprinkler-related claims were 33% more expensive than domestic pipe failures on average.
  • Average losses caused by frozen pipes were approximately $27,000, with the most costly claim in the survey generating a whopping $1.7 million in damages.
  • Damage is more costly for sprinkler failures that occur in multi-story structures, particularly residential facilities and properties that require specialized equipment maintenance and sterile conditions.
  • The older the building, the more likely it needs code updates that can lower the risk of frozen pipes bursting.

Tactics businesses can take to safeguard against potential losses include cost-effective measures like:

  • Installing leak sensors
  • Implementing flow detection and shutoff systems
  • Improving heating and insulation on the property, especially in cold and drafty areas

It is imperative for businesses to ensure that their buildings are up to code to avoid costly disasters as much as possible.

How Does SERVPRO Clean Furniture and Fixtures Affected by Burst Pipes?

SERVPRO implements commercial water mitigation with the help of a variety of tools and techniques. A frozen pipe bursting in a restaurant kitchen, for example, can require the following:

  • Inspection of floor tiles for signs of damage to the grout
  • Extensive water extraction to prepare the damaged area for drying
  • Sanitation of surfaces with EPA-registered biocides, including SERVPRO’s proprietary solutions
  • Removal of cabinet toe-kicks and wall baseboards for structural drying

Drying commences with the help of centrifugal air movers positioned at 45-degree angles in relation to walls every 10 to 16 linear feet. These devices act in tandem with commercial-grade dehumidifiers to remove moisture from surfaces, pull it into the air, pass it across refrigerant coils or desiccant materials, and expel dry air that returns humidity to normal levels. Moisture is isolated as condensation and collected for disposal in a treated sewer.

SERVPRO of Bristol can be reached at (860) 582-3330 for commercial water mitigation services.

Count on SERVPRO for Commercial Water Removal in Your Bristol Hotel

6/22/2022 (Permalink)

For fast and efficient service call SERVPRO of Bristol at (860) 582-3330.

Commercial Water Removal in Bristol Demands Expertise

If your hotel experiences water damage, you must take care of the situation quickly to get back in business. Every booking you cancel impacts your revenue. Hotel water intrusion incidents can soon escalate to significant expenses for the company.

Humidity and moisture promote wood rot, structural damage, mold, and peeling paint. So, call a restoration firm that offers effective and fast commercial water removal in Bristol hotels. Effective water removal can prevent damage to electronics, furniture, and the possessions of hotel guests. SERVPRO has expertise in supporting the commercial sector’s unique water removal needs. 

We know the importance of ensuring that your business is structurally sound and operational. Some tailor-fit commercial water cleanup services we offer include: 

  • Assessment 
  • Water extraction
  • Dry out 
  • Dehumidification
  • Mold remediation
  • Building repair 

Assessment 

Our SERVPRO crew can examine the affected areas to determine the severity of water damage. We can also use equipment like borescopes and inspection cameras to look into cavities to determine the presence of visible contamination and examine the construction method. It can be expensive to repair holes like telecommunication chases if they are dismantled for inspection. 

Water extraction

We can use extraction tools to remove water from carpets, furnishings, and upholstery before beginning the cleanup process of these items. We can also deep clean other materials and surfaces like laminate and wood floors to restore them to their original condition. 

Dry Out 

Our SERVPRO team can work quickly to dry out the affected spaces using air movers to prevent further destruction. Air movers help improve evaporation at the surface level. 

Dehumidification

We can place dehumidifiers in the affected areas to help draw moisture from floors and walls. 

Mold Remediation

It is common to experience mold infestation following a water intrusion incident. SERVPRO can use effective techniques to eliminate mold. 

Building Repair 

To complete the restoration process, we can repair or rebuild affected floors, ceilings, or walls to restore your hotel to a preloss state. 

As a hotel owner or manager, you can trust SERVPRO of Bristol to provide adequate water removal services. Contact us at (860) 582-3330 for expert water remediation and customer service. 

Repairing Commercial Water Damage in Bristol

3/15/2022 (Permalink)

Call SERVPRO for assistance from a professional remediation company.

SERVPRO Can Help with Commercial Water Damage Restoration in Your Bristol Business

When it gets cold at night, it is always possible that the pipes inside your clothing store can freeze and break. You might arrive to open up your business one morning and notice water on your floor. Once moisture leaks from a pipe and gets into your dwelling, it can raise the relative humidity levels in your buildings and possibly create other secondary issues.

When restoring commercial water damage in Bristol, our SERVPRO technicians know that conducting work so your business can stay operating is essential. In some situations, we can complete the work procedures in sections so that your business can stay functioning. For example, we can extract the moisture from your wet flooring one area at a time so that your employees can keep working as usual. We can then set up fans and air movers so that the equipment is not in the way of your employees' and customers' foot traffic. 

Services We Offer That Can Return Your Office to its Pre-Damaged State

  • Water Extraction Services
  • Water Damage Repairs
  • Water Damage Debris Removal
  • Applied Structural Drying (ASD)
  • Restorative Carpet Cleaning

After we extract all of the liquid H2O from your flooring and all of your building materials return to average moisture levels, we can remove all of our equipment and start the final cleaning stage. When items like your flooring or upholstered furniture get wet, it tends to attract soils. 

Therefore, we can clean all of your carpets and upholstered furniture using the cleaning tools attached to our truck-mounted extractor. We can also use a rotary floor machine for tile and linoleum floors. 

If you notice water on the floors of your retail store when you arrive in the morning, call SERVPRO of Bristol at (860) 582-3330. 

Water Cleanup in Large Commercial Spaces in Burlington Calls for Professional Intervention

1/7/2022 (Permalink)

We have state of the art equipment necessary to dry the water damage in your property. Call us right away to prevent further damage.

SERVPRO Features Commercial Water Damage Professionals for Cleanup and Restoration in Burlington

For water cleanup and drying in your Burlington commercial space to be successful, the project should get monitored carefully. One of the main reasons area customers can trust SERVPRO to get the job done right the first time is that we have processes and protocols that allow us to execute water removal services and drying methods faster than DIY alone. We understand that no two water emergencies are the same, so we are there, from removing standing water or inspecting and drying inventory to addressing structural damage and document drying. Everything gets done so that your business sees as little downtime as possible.

Careful monitoring is crucial for commercial water cleanup in Burlington. SERVPRO often takes a tailored approach for a larger commercial property that may involve controlled demolition, water extraction services, drying, and cleaning. We set up drying equipment to remove residual moisture and adjust accordingly to reach our drying goals. Our principles of drying and monitoring are as follows:

  • Assess, observe, and document all zones throughout the commercial property.
  • Take into consideration all situational factors and apply changes as needed by repositioning our air movers and dehumidifiers.
  • Adding and removing equipment, as needed.

We bring a broad selection of commercial restoration equipment to each project, including powerful pumps and extractors capable of pulling up mass amounts of water in a short period. With the help of moisture detection tools, we ensure nothing gets left behind that may cause secondary damage or the onset of potentially harmful black mold. All surfaces get thoroughly cleaned and sanitized before deodorization to make your business “Like it never even happened.”

SERVPRO of Bristol understands how important it is for you to reopen your business fast to minimize revenue loss. Our efficient water cleanup and drying always do the trick! Call us at (860) 582-3330 to have a team deployed to your business when you need us.

Why Do You Need Help to Complete Water Cleanup at Your Bristol Business Premises?

11/26/2021 (Permalink)

Commercial water damage restoration is a job for SERVPRO. Our IICRC certified techs have the equipment for every size disaster.

SERVPRO Takes Cafe of Unexpected Challenges that Develop During Water Removal From Business Premises

After water leaks at your business premises, you may think the solution is simply drying the wet areas, but several challenges may arise, complicating the process. Extended closure, high restoration costs, and even injury are some of the unexpected issues you may encounter while trying to clean up your Bristol business premises.

Calling a professional to help with water cleanup at your Bristol business address helps deliver faster results and forestalls most of the problems you might encounter while working on your own. A professional like SERVPRO can deliver better outcomes since we provide highly trained crews to handle every task necessary to complete the cleanup.

The cleaning process involves processes such as:

  • Removing soils, stains, and odors
  • Tracing moisture migration
  • Relocating items

Moving items around to reach water or soiled areas may be challenging if there are several heavy and bulky items in your workplace. Since leaving the water that spreads beneath such items in place is not feasible, seeking a convenient way to move the items is the only option. Our SERVPRO technicians use lifting straps to ease the manipulation of appliances and heavy furniture.

Soiling varies greatly since the water might contain dissolved wastes, or the spilled water might dissolve materials in the affected areas causing deep soiling and staining. Some cleaning methods might also be too aggressive, especially when used on fabrics. Therefore, the cleaning process requires adequate balancing. SERVPRO has a wide array of cleaning equipment, so it is possible to use a distinct method for each cleaning situation. We pre-test surfaces to ensure the correct detergent is applied.

 Some of the equipment that helps ease cleaning include:

  • Water extractors with heating capability
  • Rotary machines
  • Specialized upholstery cleaning equipment

SERVPRO of Bristol provides excellent water cleanup services ensuring faster business resumption and comfort for customers and staff. Call us at (860) 582-3330. We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster.

What Are Water Damage Repair Services Available for Bristol Businesses?

10/8/2021 (Permalink)

Commercial water damage restoration services by SERVPRO are top-notch. Call now for fast and immediate service.

SERVPRO of Bristol is a Certified Water Damage Repair Company for Local Businesses

Commercial buildings are at the same risk as residential properties for suffering from the adverse effects of water intrusion. It is up to the property manager of a commercial building to quickly enact a solution to potential water emergencies by enlisting the help of a professional organization. Failure to act soon can sometimes force a temporary closure for businesses, affecting revenues, reputation, and staff. We are an established restoration provider for commercial properties and can provide a team of qualified technicians to help assess and repair your business. Use SERVPRO for assistance with:

The process of water damage repair for Bristol businesses involves the removal, disposal, and replacement of non-salvageable materials. Areas that typically sustain permanent damage due to water intrusion include acoustic ceiling tiles, thin textile carpets or plyboard, and other wood composites. Our technicians can quickly identify and sort non-salvageable materials, which reduces the overall timespan of restoration significantly. We can provide dumpsters and dump trucks for the fast disposal of wet, non-salvageable materials. Once the property is deemed safe, our team can work around your business using clear signage to alert staff or customers to the remaining restoration areas. 

  • Commercial teams can include qualified crew chiefs, production technicians, and water restoration technicians.
  • We respond quickly to commercial property managers through our twenty-four-hour operated emergency phone line. 
  • A crew chief can document and administrate the cleanup process from start to finish allowing you to complete a stress-free claim. 

In a business emergency, contact SERVPRO of Bristol for water damage repair at (860) 582-3330.

How Does Burlington Commercial Fire Damage Restoration Address Burnt Proteins?

9/2/2021 (Permalink)

Fire and smoke damage to your commercial building is a job for SERVPRO. Our IICRC certified technicians are ready at a moment's notice.

SERVPRO Fire Damage Restoration Mitigates Malodors in Burlington Businesses

In 2019 alone, reported non-residential structural fires caused over $4.3 billion in damages, according to a National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) survey of US fire departments. After adjusting for inflation, the property loss per structure fire from 1977 to 2018 increased a whopping 43%. Fire damage restoration needs have also increased due to an uptick in fires over time.

SERVPRO fire damage restoration professionals serve Burlington property owners with services performed quickly and to code, 24/7. Highly-trained techs, staff, and franchise owners undergo thorough education to stay current on restoration industry best practices and better aid community members in need.

Commercial Protein Fire Damage Cleanup and Odor Control Methods

Cooking fires are common in commercial kitchens, many of which occur while cooking proteins. Cleaning up smoke and soot is one issue. Still, burnt proteins leave behind great, odorous residues that require very specific cleanup measures to mitigate fully.

  • SERVPRO technicians treat protein residues with enzyme digesters, which eliminate proteins and convert them into water-soluble byproducts
  • Technicians clean these byproducts with EPA-registered antimicrobial solutions
  • Further odor control after a protein fire in a commercial kitchen includes abrasion cleaning on heavily charred surfaces with soda ash, time-release odor removal pellets, and thermal fogging with commercial-grade, solvent-based deodorizers

If food items are affected by fire, SERVPRO can dispose of these items after they are inventoried for a proof of loss claim and a Disposal of Belongings Release is signed.

SERVPRO of Bristol leaves businesses looking “Like it never even happened,” after a disaster. Call (860) 582-3330 to begin the restoration process.

Bathroom Mold Inspection and Removal Services for Landlords in Bristol

7/30/2021 (Permalink)

Commercial mold remediation services by SERVPRO are second to none. We will be onsite within 4 hours of the initial call. Call now!

SERVPRO Commercial Mold Removal Specialists in Bristol, CT, are Ready to Help your Business

Mold growth in bathrooms and wetrooms can be a common problem for landlords. Mold can make a property unsanitary for tenants while also causing physical damage to drywall and other organic matter. Fortunately, common materials used in bathrooms, such as grout and tiles, can be cleaned from the mold without requiring a full replacement. Professional mold remediators can help with:

  • Mold inspection
  • Mold removal
  • Bathroom mold removal

A commercial mold removal service in Bristol could help you restore your property and prepare it for prospective tenants. Equally, professional restoration services can provide a speedy resolution should molds affect a property with existing tenants. A range of materials is used to construct a bathroom, including tilework, porcelain, drains, and showers. Using a commercial mold remediator is an efficient way to tackle mold problems as their qualifications and knowledge allow them to select the right cleaning approaches for specific materials. SERVPRO can help by: 

  • Applying a chemical drain cleaner, allowing dwell time, and then rinsing several times with hot water. 
  • Treating basins and porcelain with appropriate biocides before agitating the affected area using specially designed mold scrubbers.
  • Combining a hydroperoxide bleaching agent to destroy mold and restore any discoloration in bathtubs or showers. 

Find a quick solution to mold problems. Contact SERVPRO of Bristol for commercial mold removal at (860) 582-3330.

Professional Water Removal in Burlington Business Properties

5/3/2021 (Permalink)

Are water stains lurking in the corners of your home? Contact SERVPRO to investigate the cause and remediate the damage.

SERVPRO Handles All Sizes Commercial Water Damage Clean Up in Burlington

A business that needs to remain close during any restoration services can cause hardship. Not just in terms of loss of revenue from daily operations but also from ruined stock or equipment.

SERVPRO technicians prioritize water removal for Burlington commercial clients to save as much of the structure and contents as possible through restoration methods. Removing water and drying the property is just part of the equation towards a successful water damage mitigation service.

Scoping the worksite with equipment such as moisture meters and thermal imaging assists in locating the areas that require extraction. The technicians also listen to the client and remove important paperwork or devices from the work site when requested. The techs rely on their proprietary cleaning solutions formulated for water damage restoration such as:

  • Biocides and antimicrobials
  • Broad-spectrum disinfectants
  • Botanical cleaning agents that leave a pleasant scent

SERVPRO of Bristol at (860) 582-3330 remains the name that local Burlington businesses trust for commercial water removal. The techs are available 24/7 and are Faster to Any Size Disaster.

Our Fire Damage Repair in Bristol Medical Facilities Keeps Doors Open

1/19/2021 (Permalink)

When the flames in your Bristol home are the real thing--Call SERVPRO for fire damage cleanup.

How Bristol became known as "Mum City"

The annual Chrysanthemum Festival in Bristol can surely be counted among our community's most notable and unique aspects. New and young residents are often unaware of why this event happens here and how long it has gone on. The story of why Bristol is called "Mum City" stretches back over a century.

In 1920, a duo of local businessmen founded the Bristol Nurseries, which would soon become a significant supplier of ornamental plants to corporate developments and wealthy manors from New York to Boston. The nursery found that chrysanthemum flowers, which were always in high demand, grew readily under local conditions. In 1948, an employee bought out the company, and it began to focus solely on the chrysanthemum.

Chrysanthemum Festival

Each year, the nursery attempted to introduce new varieties of the flower and had a spectacular display of thousands of blooms that many locals held dear. By the 1960s, the flowers had so enraptured the people that city planners made official the Chrysanthemum Festival. When the nursery ceased many of its operations a few decades later, the Festival had long since become self-sustaining and an important part of local culture.

Today, the Festival continues, even as city officials try to push a new image and direction for our culture. Perhaps the Mums really are here to stay.

Did you know? Lake Compounce is the oldest amusement park in the country

Most of us who grew up in Bristol remember summers full of roller coaster rides, water park cool-offs, and overpriced junk food. All of this and more has existed at Lake Compounce for longer than anyone can remember: the place seems like it has been there for longer than the town itself.

In fact, Lake Compounce holds the distinction of being the oldest amusement park in America that still operates today. The first "attraction" of the "park" was in 1846 when landowner Gad Norton conducted a large test of experimental explosives on his property. People came from all over to witness the experiment. Soon, acts from across New England would host more shows here, and Norton began to set up more permanent attractions such as watercraft events.

By the 20th century, many rides had been installed at Lake Compounce that were cutting-edge for their day. At one point, the park even hosted a large casino. As time went on, new owners and managers continued to build upon the pieces left in place before them, and Lake Compounce forever became a gem of the region.

24/7 fire damage repair for medical facilities in Bristol

Any business may require fast and professional fire damage repair, but medical facilities in Bristol may have the greatest needs of all. Patients cannot be expected to wait for their essential care while critical restorations are ongoing. SERVPRO understands this and takes many steps to keep your facility running smoothly, such as

  • Working after-hours
  • Containing immediate repairs to only the most affected rooms
  • Creating safe walkways through damaged areas
  • Monitoring for potential safety hazards

While not every situation can avoid a temporary closure, our strategy can help you to stay open for as long as possible with the shortest possible delay.

Call SERVPRO of Bristol at (860) 582-3330 for emergency services or a quote.

Enjoy Building Fun for the Whole Family in Burlington

11/30/2020 (Permalink)

We have our trailer loaded with equipment to remediate the mold damage in your business.

Burlington Residents Can Join Zoom LEGO Club Activities

While Burlington and the surrounding area observe the safety measure necessary to keep the community safe, the Manross Memorial Library encourages children and families to build together on Zoom during its weekly virtual LEGO Club. This event typically takes place on Wednesday evenings from 6:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

  • No LEGO at home? No problem. Participants are free to build with whatever toys and materials they choose, including Lincoln logs, blocks, and STEM toys.
  • Pre-registration is required to partake in LEGO Club events. Be sure to register using a valid e-mail address to receive a Zoom call link
  • Each week presents a new building challenge to inspire participants

Regular building sessions like those held by the LEGO Club encourage children to develop crucial skills like creative problem-solving and spatial reasoning in a fun and novel way.

SERVPRO of Bristol is ready to support local businesses this holiday season with commercial mold remediation in Burlington. Call (860) 582-3330 for rapid-response service.

How Can Bristol Businesses Be Prepared for Flood Emergencies?

10/29/2020 (Permalink)

For more information, contact SERVPRO of Bristol at (860) 582-3330 for expert flood damage service.

SERVPRO’s Emergency READY Program (ERP) Provides Emergency Assistance Ahead of Any Disaster in Bristol

When a disaster such as flooding impacts a business, 50% of those businesses do not recover. For those that do reopen, many of them had a response plan prepared well in advance. SERVPRO’s Emergency READY Program (ERP) can assist local Bristol business owners in being ready when something does happen.

How Can ERP Help Local Businesses?
Flood damage can occur in Bristol at any time and with very little warning. It can knock an entire city off its feet and leave business owners struggling. Our ERP program helps businesses in preparing for any emergency. The ERP system helps by:
    •    Allowing companies to establish trust with employees and clients. They know you are prepared for disasters.
    •    Building a comprehensive information resource for use when needed.
    •    Loss of revenue gets reduced, and business interruption is minimized.
    •    Downtime is reduced due to timely mitigation, cleanup, and restoration.

Knowing whom to call, what to expect, and what to do is the key to prompt mitigation. The ERP system is in place to shorten SERVPRO’s response time to a company’s emergency call. It is a web-based interface that is easy to use and easy to setup. By having our information at your fingertips, our response time is faster.

Build Your Profile
Creating a company profile is the first step. This allows you to personalize your company profile with information relevant to your business. A Marketing Representative works with you and can help if needed. If a flood does happen, your rep has all the needed information to get our crews rolling.

On your side, you have all your important contacts, such as suppliers, utility companies, and clients, stored in one location. We can manage multi-businesses via ERP as well.  Having a contingency plan in place could save the life of your business. For more information, contact SERVPRO of Bristol at (860) 582-3330 for expert flood damage service. We’re Faster to Any Size Disaster.

Is Everything Covered in Soot in My Business After a Fire a Total Loss?

6/22/2020 (Permalink)

Fire damages can spread quickly throughout your business. Call SERVPRO to help remediate the damage.

SERVPRO technicians have professional equipment and cleaning agents to remove different types and levels of smoke damage in your commercial property 

The first look at your business space after a fire can be heart-dropping with charred items, a blanket of soot on surfaces, and a heavy odor. The faster you begin the mitigation efforts to see what has restoration potential through cleaning, the more possibilities of a better recovery after the event. 

How Can Items Get Restored from Commercial Fire Damage? 

When SERVPRO technicians handle the restoration services after commercial fire damage in a Bristol business property, their goal is to get the company back to regular operations as soon as possible. Through the use of their proprietary cleaning agents and specialized methods, the techs lift away both dry smoke and wet smoke from non-porous items, saving the business owner the cost of replacement.  

Other frequently seen actions during fire cleanup are:   

  • Removal of charred items
  • Relocation of undamaged contents off-site
  • Removal of restorable items to cleaning stations
  • Temporary repairs such as tarping a roof
  • Security measures to keep unauthorized persons out of the work-site
  • Inspection of the ductwork and cleaning if needed 

Odor control measures are a large part of the mitigation process. During the restoration services, SERVPRO techs run air scrubbers to assist in capturing airborne odorous soot particles. They also have a diverse array of applications to neutralize any remaining fire odors before the business reopens such as:   

  • Hydroxyl generators
  • Thermal fogging   
  • Time-release gel pellets  

Call SERVPRO of Bristol at (860) 582-3330 as soon as possible after commercial fire damage to get the cleanup and restoration services underway. The experienced techs have cleaning methods to help your property recover and save the cost of replacement materials and contents whenever possible.  

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Where Do I Start To Cleanup Commercial Fire Damage In Bristol?

4/18/2020 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Bristol at (860) 582-3330 handles commercial fire damage in local properties of any size.

SERVPRO has decades of experience handling fire loss in local Bristol commercial properties

When a fire happens, particularly in a commercial property, whether it is an apartment building or a warehouse or a professional apartment building, it needs specific types of cleaning for the best outcome. It can be overwhelming to see charred items pushed towards the middle of the room and saturated with water. Then there is the smoke damage on walls. Prioritizing the restoration of the property can be confusing for where to begin.

What is the Best Way to Remove Smoke and Commercial Fire Damage from Walls and Ceilings in My Business?
A lot can go wrong if you choose to work on commercial fire damage in your Bristol property yourself. Commonly seen additional problems created by incorrect cleaning methods include:
    •    Liquids applied to dry smoke causing it to stain surfaces
    •    Scrubbing of soot on walls driving it in deeper
    •    Missed water damage wicking into sheetrock and seeping under flooring into the subfloor
    •    Leaving charred items behind leaves soot odor in the property

How to Reduce Fire Odor Through Cleaning
Soot produces smoke odors after a fire, and since particles smaller than the human eye can see are common, it is nearly impossible to clean away the fire odors without some professional help. When SERVPRO techs handle cleanup in Bristol commercial properties, one of the things the techs do immediately on arrival is to scope the property to determine the scale of the fire loss. Items that appear too charred for restoration services through cleaning methods undergo a detailed documentation process, including photographs before approved disposal off-site.

Air scrubbers are a big help for reducing odors, and the techs frequently run them during the entire mitigation process so they can continually capture soot particles.

How Can I Prevent Soot and Fire Odors From Spreading Throughout My Property?
When SERVPRO techs handle fire loss restoration in commercial property, they turn off the HVAC as soot can get pulled into the ductwork and set up containment as needed. Standard containment tactics involve the covering of doorways and vents with a heavy-weight plastic to form a barrier between the work area and the rest of the building. In other cases, the techs can set up negative air chambers to port away soot and help improve the air quality during mitigation.

What is the Best Way to Clean Smoke Damage From Surfaces?
The surface the residue is on is a significant consideration as some cleaners can mar surfaces. Before cleaning, the techs test the residues to find the best application in regards to both the type of smoke as well as the surface it was left behind on. Broadly defined, smoke residues from a structure fire that does not involve proteins, fit into two categories:
    •    Dry Smoke-has a dry, powdery appearance and gets addressed using pick-up methods first before cleaning the surface with wet cleaning agents.
    •    Wet Smoke-has a greasy appearance and smears easily. It can be difficult to remove without the assistance of a solvent-based cleaner.

Odor Control
The majority of fire loss in Bristol properties leaves behind some type of fire odor that needs addressing. No one wants to live in an apartment building or work in an office that looks great but smells like smoke. That means soot is actively present and can be an irritant if left unmitigated. The techs have several different methods for odor control. In many instances, there is a need to overlap methods such as time-release gel pellets after thermal fogging or running a hydroxyl generator to ensure that neutralized odors stay that way. When soot cannot get removed from walls and ceilings through standard methods, the techs often apply a sealant and recommend repainting over the area, so there is no sign of the previous fire loss through sight or smell.

Prepping for Repairs and Reopening
Once the property gets its restoration services completed, the tech makes a note of the repairs that need to happen to bring the structure back to its preloss condition. Commonly needed repairs include the installation of carpet or tile, new sheetrock, or paint walls and ceilings.
If any equipment has potential damage from the effects of the fire, SERVPRO techs can arrange for an industry professional to inspect electronics before reuse to ensure they are safe.

SERVPRO of Bristol at (860) 582-3330 handles commercial fire damage in local properties of any size. The certified technicians clean up the loss and restore the property to its pre-fire condition using their proven techniques and advanced equipment.

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We Get You Back In Business After A Flood In Bristol

3/9/2020 (Permalink)

Our drying equipment works hard to remove the excess humidity and achieve normal moisture content before the build back after a flood.

Preparing Your Family Restaurant for Commercial Flood Damage in Bristol

Prepping food for your Bristol restaurant’s meals is a crucial aspect of keeping things running smoothly. Tables also need similar treatment to avoid shortages of condiments, napkins, flatware, and other necessities for soon-to-arrive diners. Foregoing this can inconvenience diners while creating a stressful situation for your staff. Preparing for disasters can provide similar benefits.

After your restaurant in Bristol sustains commercial flood damage, many things that you took for granted before no longer exist. The cleanliness of your establishment disappears, safe conditions no longer exist, food is now unfit to use, and you may wonder if reopening your doors is a possibility.

SERVPRO understands the needs of businesses in our area and can help you prepare for flooding, fire, and other types of damage that can befall any business and force it to close. We designed the Emergency READY Profile Plan to help businesses succeed after a disaster. This free Plan helps businesses recover faster, with less expense, inconvenience, and interruption. 

Flooding creates specific hazards that SERVPRO technicians train with the latest equipment and methods to help our customers in ways that benefit their business by reducing waste and solving the situation with both immediate and future protection of your building in mind.  

With a READY Plan, SERVPRO can respond that much faster to flooding or any other disaster (fire, water line breaking, mold, flood damage) and begin the mitigation process. Cleaning, disinfecting, removal of debris and soils, drying, and restoration all take time. Anything we can do to make this faster while saving as much of your equipment, supplies, and other inventory saves you money and increases the likelihood of a rapid and complete recovery.

SERVPRO of Bristol assists businesses in and near Burlington, CT, Plainville, CT, and New Hartford, CT with mitigation, restoration, and rebuilding services after flood damage and other disasters. Calling (860) 365-6777 to our 24-hour service line starts the entire process. We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster and strive to restore your business to normal operations as quickly as possible.

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SERVPRO Takes On Commercial Water Removal in a Bristol Laundromat

1/24/2020 (Permalink)

Trust the experts at SERVPRO with all of your water removal needs.

Expert Commercial Water Removal for Bristol Business’

When running a business like a laundromat, water damage is always a risk. Without thorough professional mitigation, this damage can affect appliances, flooring, walls, subflooring, and much more. In the right conditions, even small disasters can breed mold and other microbes and put customers, appliances, and structures at risk.

If your Bristol business requires commercial water removal services from an experienced team, you can count on the professionals at SERVPRO to get the job done right the first time. SERVPRO's extraction tools, EPA-registered antimicrobials, and industrial-grade drying equipment all work together to restore businesses to their preloss conditions. Certified technicians work closely with property owners and insurance adjusters to ensure that cleaning is done to code.

Laundromat Insurance Tips

  • Double-check your insurance policy. It may cover replacing washers and dryers, but may not cover the full cost of water damage due to appliance failure. When itemizing damages, be sure to look at floors, walls, assets that may have been damaged, and paperwork. Also, be sure to account for lost earnings.
  • Look over your lease. This is an important step, as insurance requirements and the burden of responsibility are usually detailed in your contract. Have your attorney review your leasing papers with you to ensure accurate interpretation of legal terminology.
  • Compensate your workers. If you have staff on-site handling tasks like folding or drying, it is necessary to have workers' compensation included in the insurance policy. Make sure to have adequate funds available in case a customer files a claim against you due to water damage.

How SERVPRO Helps Businesses

SERVPRO uses a multi-pronged approach to clean up water, remove odors, and dry structures after a disaster occurs. Depending on the extent of the damage, technicians can use everything from portable, back-mounted extractors and submersible gas-powered sump pumps to truck-mounted extraction equipment to thoroughly remove water and prepare the space for drying. 

After removing water, carefully-placed air movers and dehumidifiers can work in tandem to dry out the structure. As parts of the space get increasingly dry, polyethylene drying chambers may be set up to accelerate the drying process. In the event of odors or further cleanup necessities, SERVPRO also utilizes OSHA-approved antimicrobials, as well as commercial-grade deodorizing equipment, to get you back in business.

SERVPRO of Bristol serves the community because We’re Faster to Any Size Disaster. You can call (860) 582-3330 for disaster cleanup service at any time of the day or night.

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We Are Available 24/7 For All Your Burlington Water Cleanup Services

12/19/2019 (Permalink)

The axial fans, air movers, and dehumidifiers are hard at work removing the remaining moisture in this business center.

Mitigating Damage with Commercial Water Cleanup in Burlington

Regardless of what business you are in, protecting the contents of your commercial space at all times is essential. Commercial and industrial buildings often house equipment, furniture, files, and many other materials that are easily damaged with water intrusion of any kind. Calling the experts at SERVPRO to help orchestrate your water cleanup helps you to get your commercial space back to good as new before you know it.

When your Burlington space requires commercial water cleanup, we can get to work immediately to help minimize the loss and potential hazards. Professional water cleanup helps you to get your business back on track so that you can protect your investment and your employees. The sooner that you begin water removal efforts, the more damage is prevented. Our team understands that the contents of your building are essential to the livelihood of your business, so we work swiftly yet carefully to ensure the best results.

At SERVPRO, we are the Commercial Drying Specialists (CDS) that you need to tackle water intrusion after an interior accident or the onset of floodwaters. We understand the complexities of drying, especially on a larger commercial scale. If you have a clean water cleanup, it may be safer than gray or black water, but an immediate response is still critical.

When you call our team for commercial water damage cleanup, we can come out to do a full assessment and start with extraction processes. After the water is brought down to a manageable level using pumps, we can then get to work with handheld vacuums to bring up the rest. Mold and moisture love infiltrating porous materials, so we take the extra time to look for water under carpeting, flooring, tiles, and behind the walls. If your water damage came from an undetected leak, there could also be extensive damage behind the walls and under the subfloor that we can address by pulling up materials for replacement. 

After all the moisture is removed from your commercial space, SERVPRO technicians get to work with cleaning and disinfecting using specialized products to kill off microbes and keep foul odors from developing.

For all commercial water damage and cleanup needs, you can count on our certified technicians at SERVPRO of Bristol. Whenever disaster strikes, call us 24/7 for emergency service at (860) 582-3330.

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We Can Save Your Bristol Bistro With Fast Floodwater Removal

11/13/2019 (Permalink)

Having a clear response plan to disasters helps ensure your business recovers.

A Bristol Bistro Benefits from Fast Floodwater Removal

The jumping Bistro in this Connecticut town is back open for business after that terrible rainstorm. This proved to be a welcome relief to the regulars and respite to the travelers stuck by the flooding.

Any incident of commercial flood damage that affects Bristol businesses can have a catastrophic outcome if not properly managed. Although most of the damage might happen immediately after the storm breaches the structure, secondary problems, including mold, air quality issues develop as water sits in the structure.

The proprietor of this Bristol Bistro, recognizing that flooding can shut his business down, quickly utilized the ERP mobile app plan that SERVPRO had set up for just such an emergency. The patrons are relaxing, enjoying the music along with a drink and snack, not knowing the foresight that allowed this evening to happen.

The booths, tiled flooring, and bar show no signs of water, mud, or odors, thanks to SERVPRO's rapid response to the urgent call for help from the head barista, who was aware of the Emergency READY Profile Plan and more importantly, how to use it. The plan has three main aspects starting with incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity.

As part of the response to the incident, taking various steps such as moving contents and creating protective barriers over contents with plastic sheets proved helpful in limiting the areas affected by water intrusion. Safety also forms part of the response plan, which is why our crews prioritized actions such as turning off power mains and using Electrical Circuit Testers to confirm whether there were risks of electrocution, especially on wet surfaces.

With the ERP plan, performing the disaster recovery steps such as water extraction, cleanup, and drying was straightforward because it contains crucial information like the total surface area of the bistro as well as the total square foot of the floor. Supplementary information such as architectural plan and floor materials also made it easier to execute the entire process.

Having a clear response plan to disasters helps ensure your business recovers. Call SERVPRO of Bristol at (860) 582-3330 to help develop a comprehensive response plan. We’re Faster to Any Size Disaster.

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How Professionals Dry Water Damaged Factories in Burlington

8/20/2019 (Permalink)

Water damage can shudder a factory. SERVPRO has the experience and training to get your factory back into the production process.

Standard Equipment Used for Commercial Water Removal and Drying Out of Burlington Factories

An incident involving a deluge of water from a broken pipe or clogged sink can leave your factory in Burlington soaked. Increased water vapor can dampen materials and equipment that avoided the initial onslaught. Because of this possibility, we use sophisticated equipment to locate elevated amounts of moisture.

The different types of equipment we use when mitigating factories and other businesses in Burlington make our commercial water removal methods more efficient.  This equipment helps save our customers money and reduces downtime significantly. When we work non-stop at mitigating a disaster's scope, we also decrease the damages experienced.

Helping our customers stabilize their business helps increase the likelihood of a full recovery. Such catastrophes can cause the closure of different stages along a factory's production line, increase the possibilities of slip and fall accidents, and change the interior environment into one more conducive to developing microbial decay and odors.

We use extraction units to pull water up out of carpet and padding, preventing it from spreading out to any additional areas. Powered by the strength of our pump trucks, these crucial pieces of equipment, either in the form of mats or portable units we maneuver by hand, extract low-level standing water. Deeper levels of water, often seen in flooding, deserve our submersible units. Regardless of the depth of water on your factory's floors, we have an answer to the situation.

Because of the vertical nature of walls, we must use equipment that uses a different mechanism to draw out any absorbed water. Air currents pull moisture from the surfaces of walls and ceilings (except where trapped water exists) through normal evaporation. Increasing the rate of evaporation with the use of air movers or box fans angled at the walls forces water located deeper in the materials to come to the surface steadily. Once there, it also ends up in the air as water vapor.

Another one of the equipment pieces that we heavily rely on is the desiccant machines. These strip air passing through them of the water vapor and expels it as dry air. In a standard setup, we direct air currents, so they push dry air across wet surfaces and then push that now-wet air toward a dehumidifier. When possible, we also utilize open windows to decrease the need for dehumidification.

To remove water when walls and ceilings trap it inside building cavities, we drain a series of tiny holes in as inconspicuous an area as possible. When the water drains off, we can hook up machinery that pumps dry air into the enclosed space. Drying such locations prevents mold without needing to dismantle any materials, which can involve repainting surfaces.

SERVPRO of Bristol wants to help make your factory operational again after a disaster. Water removal techniques come into play in much of our restoration work. Call us at (860) 582-3330 when your business needs experts who understand the implications affecting your company. We serve Plainville, New Hartford, and Pleasant Valley, day and night, year-round.

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Fast Action Is Crucial After A Flood In Your Bristol Property

6/24/2019 (Permalink)

We're here every day of the year, without exception.

Commercial Sites Recover Faster When SERVPRO Mitigates The Flood Damage Affecting Bristol Area Retailers

Water of any type can damage retail stores in Bristol. Flooding brings about other risks that keep shops closed longer than the water from a broken pipe. Bacteria and other pathogens get lodged into cracks and crevices in floorboards, as do the sediment washed into buildings. A multitude of issues happens across the entire building and addressing each in its entirety is the only way to reopen a closed store.

Retailers and shop owners in Bristol affected by commercial flood damage have different ways of reacting to such disasters. They can minimize the costs associated with recovery efforts by using a service that does both mitigation and restoration. Another way is to already have a plan to respond to both isolated disasters and those that happen to our community. SERVPRO takes our community's business health seriously.

We help with prevention efforts that protect a business from the costly harm that flooding causes retail stores by offering our Emergency READY Profile. The READY Profile puts all of the crucial information in one place where it is always available to both managers and our office. It takes only a few moments to access, showing our crews the location of power boxes and other important information specific to your building. We’re Faster to Any Size Disaster when responding to a crisis, but having such information means we can begin mitigation faster than we could otherwise.

Another way SERVPRO helps to save companies money is by mitigating the damaged areas and restoring as much as possible in favor of replacing materials. The cost of replacing materials can reach much higher than restoring them. Having a company that can provide all the services needed saves money and provides a continuous service that speeds up the entire process.

Many business's inventory survives the initial flood, so we need to protect it from succumbing to the high humidity that happens inside buildings with large amounts of water. We provide temporary warehouse storage that can keep your unscathed inventory and office equipment safe. This also helps our mitigation experts in cleaning your building and gives them additional space for machinery.
As soon as we finish getting the damage eradicated, our restoration crew can begin making things like new for you. Your business's recovery from flood damage means you can reopen a store that is safe for both your employees and your customers.

When flooding and other terrible weather damages your retail shop in Burlington, Plainville, or New Hartford, call SERVPRO of Bristol at our 24-hour service number, (860) 582-3330. We're here every day of the year, without exception.

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Is Water Damage Keeping Your Bristol Office From Doing Business?

5/6/2019 (Permalink)

Has your office experienced a water damage event? Call SERVPRO of Bristol to remediate you flood damaged property.

Critical Steps Professionals Take during Commercial Water Removal in Bristol Offices

Water intrusion in an office may not be an everyday event. However, if it does happen, it can leave widespread damages. The steps taken immediately after identifying the problem can have a significant impact on the outcome of the entire incident.  One way to manage the level of damages left in your property after the incident is to call a professional water restoration team immediately because they have advanced equipment and training to handle the removal.

The resources needed for commercial water removal in Bristol offices differ depending on the intrusion sources. An intrusion from the roof affects many items including ceilings, contents and floor materials. There might be a need to protect contents if stopping the source is not possible immediately. Our SERVPRO technicians can install plastic sheets to protect contents or isolate severely damaged areas.  Some water sources such as burst pipes might also dump significant amounts of water in the affected areas necessitating the use of advanced extraction equipment. We use truck-mounted or portable water extractors depending on the situation.

Apart from pooling on the floors, the water that spills permeates different materials necessitating additional removal steps. Glued down carpets which are a common feature in many offices absorb water readily. They can also bubble due to loss of adhesiveness. Our SERVPRO technicians assess the situation and determine whether to remove the carpet or do in-place extraction of the water.

After a case of water intrusion, a considerable amount of moisture remains after the initial extraction steps. Drying such moisture requires an increase in evaporation rate and extraction of humidity from the air. Professionals use air movers and dehumidifiers for this purpose. Our SERVPRO technicians can also use plastic sheets to isolate smaller areas to improve the rate of drying. We call such isolation, creating drying chambers. We also do calculations to determine the number of dehumidifiers and air movers to use.

To respond appropriately after water intrusion in your Burlington, Plainville or New Hartford office, call SERVPRO of Bristol at (860) 582-3330. We're Faster To Any Size Disaster.

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SEVRPRO Mitigates Water Damages in Offices in the Bristol Area with a Fast Response

3/11/2019 (Permalink)

Bristol Businesses Count on SERVPRO's Training, Skills, Team, and Advanced Devices for Full Water Damage Remediation at the Work Place

Effective Water Removal and Drying for Your Bristol Office

Regardless of how the water loss incident occurs in your Bristol office building, you have too many clients and employees to allow the situation to persist for long. You need a team that can respond quickly to the emergency with the equipment and expertise to make a difference fast. Our professionals have a 24-hour available response to any emergency or disaster, making sure that you never have to wait for the effective mitigation and restoration work that your building requires during a spreading water loss incident.

While you undoubtedly have a custodial staff that is adept at handling minor matters that could arise in your Bristol office, water damage is not a situation that you should leave to traditional cleaning methods. Water can spread quickly, saturating materials like carpeting and drywall almost immediately. Within a brief period, this saturation can render a porous material like sheetrock unsalvageable, making a prompt response from our SERVPRO team essential to limiting out-of-pocket expenses for recovery.

For areas like your carpeting, water removal techniques require our advanced equipment like the ROVER weighted extractor. This machine can force water from the carpets and subflooring to the surface for extraction by the high-powered onboard vacuum system. In many cases, with the right timely response to the emergency, the carpeted areas of your office can get preserved and restored entirely with no need for replacement.

Our team of IICRC certified technicians can also move around desk, furnishings, fixtures, and expensive electronic equipment to dry areas of the office suites. Blocks can be placed under heavy desks and other furniture for protection again water damage that ruins finishes and can rust.

Extractions and drying of exposed elements like drywall and the cavities behind them require specialized equipment like our high-velocity air movers, our dehumidifiers, and our injecti-dry system. These can help to eliminate the need for removing portions of the drywall to access and dry out moisture in the space behind them. We can check our progress with the use of our thermal imagery cameras that detect moisture pockets.

Many steps are part of the restoration of water damage in your office space. The faster that you can reach out to professionals like our SERVPRO of Bristol team, the quicker your office can return to routine operations. You can count on our fast response, We're Faster To Any Size Disaster, by calling (860) 582-3330.

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Restoring Your Bristol Commercial Property After A Water Damage Event

5/24/2016 (Permalink)

Flooding and water damage events at Bristol commercial properties are often complex with numerous issues that require a knowledgeable and flexible response. Whether we’re dealing with a relatively small water cleanup scenario or a large scale event, we work quickly to assess each unique situation and isolate the damaged area. In many instances, normal operations can continue in a temporary space while we restore your facility.

Restoring Commercial Properties Presents Unique Challenges

Our professionals are trained to be mindful of legal and environmental concerns and strive to fully restore the damaged area while working within your budgetary constraints. We understand that every hour spent cleaning up is an hour of lost revenue and productivity. So when an emergency situation arises in your business, give us a call and we’ll be there fast with the help you need.

About SERVPRO of Bristol

SERVPRO of Bristol specializes in the cleanup and restoration of commercial and residential property after a water damage event. Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration. 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.