Archived Why SERVPRO Blog Posts
Can Air Purifiers Eliminate Mold Spores?
6/22/2022 (Permalink)
Air Purifiers are very effective.
Here Is What You Need to Know About Air Purifiers
If you’re looking for simple ways to combat mold damage in your home, you may have considered using an air filtration system at some point. Before you make a purchase, it’s important to determine whether using this unit in your home is an effective solution for eliminating mold. Here is what you need to know about air purifiers and their ability to remove mold spores form your living space.
How Air Purifiers Work
To measure the effectiveness of air purifiers, it’s helpful to know exactly how they work. A typical air purifier uses a High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filter to remove mold from your living space. These filters isolate airborne particles of mold and trap them inside the filter, preventing them from causing damage to your home. To get the most out of your purifier, be sure to place it in an area of your home where mold is often found. This can include:
- Bathrooms
- Kitchens
- Basements
- Rooms that contain upholstered furniture
Installing your air filtration system in any part of your home that has been impacted by mold damage can ensure that the purifier does its job effectively.
The Effectiveness of Air Purifiers
While your air purifier can help to control a mold problem in the short term, it isn’t an appropriate solution for eliminating mold spores permanently. If you wish to get to the root of your mold problem, it is best to contact a professional. Trusting experts to remove mold from your home can help assure you that your living space is free of damage.
Air purifiers can be effective units to install in your Kenosha home. However, you shouldn’t rely on air filtration systems alone to remove mold from your living space. Trust mold remediation services to help your home return to normal so that it can remain free of mold damage.
Refreshed Look, Same SERVPRO
3/1/2022 (Permalink)
SERVPRO's New Logo
As Spring is right around the corner, we find ourselves pulling out cooler clothing as the warmer weather approaches us. Trees start to get leaves, and the grass gets green.
Here at SERVPRO we are refreshing our look as well. On November 1st we introduced our new logo, with a fresh brand descriptor as well. Best part is we are still the same SERVPRO just updating our look. We did not adopt a new name, no new logo design, just a refreshed look to streamline the ever growing #1 brand in Cleanup and Restoration.
With the new look we are focusing on being the Full-Service Provider you expect from SERVPRO! Cleaning. Restoration. Construction.
Now Construction is not a new focus for us but one most clients and customers did not know we offered. The new bolder logo clearly allows us to really make it “Like it never even happened.”
This is our promise to you to be “Ready for Whatever Happens” and “Faster to Any Disaster.”
We know that weather can turn from a beautiful day to a severe weather threat. But weather is not the only factor we deal with. Pipe’s bursting in homes or businesses causing water damage, and fire’s causing more than expected damages, you can trust the same green trucks to help make it “Like It Never Even Happened,” happen.
South Kenosha and our surrounding areas are forever growing and changing. Having a trusted partner for both commercial and residential property damages is vital.
To learn more about our services and what we have to offer please visit our website www.SERVPROsouthkenoshacountywi.com.
If a disaster strikes your home or business call us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year at 262-332-7044 to speak with one of our team members if you have any questions.
Our Marketers Love to Network!
12/20/2021 (Permalink)
Our Marketing Representatives love to market and network! There are many positive aspects and networking and meeting people at events. Right now, there are a ton of reconstruction events going on the marketing and networking world! This is a great SERVPRO because the construction department is growing more and more every day! The more people you meet, the more likely it is that they will remember you when they are experiencing a disaster! You never know who you might meet that may become a new client. When disaster strikes, it is never scheduled.
Not only is it beneficial when we meet potential clients, but it might work in our marketers favor as well! It is always good to meet new people and potentially expand our business!
Who Can Help With My Home Restoration?
12/1/2021 (Permalink)
With so many options in our society, who is the best, most trusted, and will stand by their work when working on my home restoration after an event happens that causes damage?
SERVPRO of South Kenosha County is dedicated to always standing above the competition and constantly doing due diligence to maintain the highest standards when doing home and business restoration. We encourage you to see our local reviews of customers. Often the advice form others is what solidifies who you will trust when it comes to repairing your most valuable asset.
We also pride ourselves on offering a gamut of services that allow you to know that when SERVPRO shows up at your home or business we can handle the job.
We encourage you to investigate any company that you are going to hire to make repairs in your home. SERVPRO offers several remediation services including:
- Water Damage Issues
- Fire Damage Repair and Restoration
- Mold Remediation
- Storm Damage Restoration & Cleanup
- Commercial Cleaning and Restoration
No one wants to deal with repairs at their home or business. At SERVPRO – we understand and go to great lengths to work with your schedule, make sure that our staff is trained to make sure you and your restoration needs are handled with care, and the highest standards.
If you have home or business restoration needs call SERVPRO of South Kenosha County to set up an evaluation and estimate to bring your property back to life (262) 332-7044.
We Take Care of Your Personal Belongings
10/13/2021 (Permalink)
Customer's contents brought back to our shop for cleaning.
Ever wonder what happens to your personal contents when you've experienced a fire or water loss in your home?!
Depending on the item, and the material it is made of, will dictate where it goes off to. the items that will typically come back to our shop will be the items that can be cleaned with a two-step rinse and dry process. Items that will go to a trustworthy, dependable third-party would be electronics, furniture restoration, document restoration, and or anything that is outside of our reach. We want to ensure the customer's personal property is getting handled by the best professionals in our area!
There is a peace of mind knowing that SERVPRO of South Kenosha County will be your one stop in an emergency. As a customer, knowing that I will be taken care of from start to finish, is exactly what I am looking for. Our team is glad to provide that kind of service for you.
If you run into a situation, you know who can help! Give us a call 262-332-7044
Why SERVPRO of South Kenosha County Can Handle Any Size Job
6/23/2021 (Permalink)
White SERVPRO is comprised of many individually owned and operated franchises, like one huge family, we work together when needed to provide the absolute best service for our customers. This is never more important or as obvious as when a storm hits. Local franchises can handle a lot, but in the event of large-scale disasters such as when hurricanes, floods and cold snaps afflict entire counties, the incredible SERVPRO team comes together. This kind of unification allows SERVPRO to truly take on any sized job.
Just as our franchise stands ready to help our customers every day locally, so do our heroes in green stand ready to travel for storm and other large damages when another area needs us. So, when inclement weather or large-scale disaster looms on the horizon, you can count on SERVPRO to handle all your fire, water and mold remediation needs.
Give us a call anytime you need us. We are available 24/7/365 at 262-332-7044.
Spring Cleaning
4/29/2021 (Permalink)
Here are some SERVPRO cleaning products.
Spring has sprung. A lot of people can relate that cleaning is not their favorite thing in the world. When do you start spring cleaning? Are you a “get it all done in one day” type of person or do you take your time? Here are some easy tips on how to prepare for spring cleaning.
- Make sure you are stocked up on cleaners. For spring cleaning, you just need the basics which is an all-purpose cleaner, window cleaner, and a degreaser.
- Stock up on trash bags, paper towels or rags, and candles or essential oils. (who does not love a good clean smell?)
- Make a cleaning schedule, matching the days to tasks.
- When you are finished cleaning the inside of your home, you can move to the outside.
- Power Washing
- Wash windows screens
- Weeding
- Preparing the garden
- Cleaning out the garage
- Cleaning the car
As always if disaster happens don’t forget to give us a call!
262-332-7044
Faces of the Team
3/2/2021 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of South Kenosha County 2021
Marching into 2021 - SERVPRO of South Kenosha County
Showcased is our awesome, dedicated, hardworking team who helps make this business run. Each trained employee holds a special position here!
Left: Mike (Owner), Leon (Production), Kathy (Marketing), Eric (Production Manager), Michael (Production), Shawn (Project Manager), Marcella (Office Manager), Robert (Production), Jay (Production), and Kathy (Owner).
We are blessed to have such an amazing, kind-hearted crew. They work every day to help restore the community. We love hearing great comments and reviews from customers who have been serviced by us. If you ever find yourself in a restoration need, SERVPRO of South Kenosha is here to help.
https://www.SERVPROsouthkenoshacountywi.com/employee-photos
Thanksgiving Food Drive
12/11/2020 (Permalink)
Dropping off donation bins at participating locations - Lakeside Foods (Paddock Lake)
And just like that we’re on to the next holiday and it’s the end of 2020.
I want to take a moment to step back and thank all the local businesses who helped participate in our Thanksgiving Food Drive: Lakeside Foods in Paddock Lake and Sandlots of Salem in Salem.
All the non-perishable items collected were dropped off at a couple places who we knew needed to stock up. This year we donated to the Sharing Center, St. Vincent DePaul, and Westosha Lakes Church. As 2020 has taken a toll on most of us, it has also affected our community members as well. Many of us are very fortunate and can help give back. We were proud of the items collected and donated back into the community.
Everyone is just looking to have a blessed and beautiful holiday season. Although things may have looked different this year, we can still spread joy and cheer.
While we can’t connect like usual, don’t forget to call your loved ones and make someone smile. Life is too short to not call. Enjoy the moment this holiday season.
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SERVPRO of South Kenosha County
262-332-7044
Neat & Tidy
10/27/2020 (Permalink)
Sweep, sweep, sweep! Time to tidy up!
South Kenosha County, are you ready? Cause we are!! We’re ready for anything that comes at us. Knowing that anything can come our way, we like to keep our vans neat and tidy. It is important for us to stay organized and efficient, whether that is in production or the office. Realizing that we can get a call at any time of the night keeps us motivated to keep ourselves prepared for whatever strikes us.
Our clients are our number 1 priority! We are here to help educate and assist while emotion are running high. Knowing that you signed with a company that has your back no matter what is promising to hear. We fight for you because we are hired by YOU and not your insurance company.
We are the highly trained team you want! Check out our team!
SERVPRO of South Kenosha County
262-332-7044
We Are Cleaning Experts
3/17/2020 (Permalink)
It is very critical to keep all parties informed and updated throughout the process of the job.
SERVPRO is Here to Help during this time of need
During this unprecedented time caused by the global pandemic of coronavirus, this is a reminder to our customers that we are specialists in cleaning services, and we adhere to the highest cleaning and sanitation standards.
Specialized Training
We are prepared to clean and disinfect your home or business, according to protocols set forth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. We have years of experience in dealing with biological contaminants, and we will go beyond the scope of work that regular janitorial staff perform on a daily basis.
The CDC encourages cleaning of high-touch surfaces such as counters, tabletops, doorknobs, light switches, bathroom fixtures, toilets, phones, keyboards, tablets and tables. Other spaces mentioned in the CDC’s guidance for commercial spaces include:
- Kitchen/Food Areas
- Bathrooms
- Schools/Classrooms
- Offices
- Retail Spaces
- Water Fountains
- Shelving/Racks
- Sales Counters
- Carpets and Rugs
- Stair Handrails
- Elevator Cars
- Playground Equipment
- Fitness Equipment
Specialized Products
The CDC recommends usage of a labeled hospital-grade disinfectant with claims against similar pathogens to the coronavirus. Multiple products in the SERVPRO product line carry the EPA-approved emerging pathogens claims. While there is currently no product tested against this particular strain of the coronavirus, we are following all guidelines as provided by the CDC and local authorities.
Call Today for a Proactive Cleaning
If your home or business needs deep cleaning services, call the experts today – SERVPRO of South Kenosha County, 262-332-7044
Ghostbusters? or SERVPRO Technicians?
3/11/2020 (Permalink)
Our production technicians are out in the field cleaning garage walls acting like Ghost Busters. Playing a little dress up today!
Who you gonna call….. GHOST…. Wait. SERVPRO of SOUTH KENOSHA COUNTY!
What are those Ghostbusters looking things on their backs?! Are they sucking up ghosts and spirits?
Silly customer, those are our HEPA vacuums! HEPA stands for (High-Efficiency Particulate Air). The main difference between a conventional vacuum and a HEPA vacuum is that the HEPA filters can capture extremely small, micron-sized particles. They can collect particles of 0.3 microns trapping 99.97% of particles that are airborne.
When would you see something like this in action?! We would use these on any kind of cleaning, demolition, and/or mold remediation jobs. These filters just help keep the air quality safe and helps to not release the particulates into the air.
If you need our service- CALL US!
- Your team @ South Kenosha
262-332-7044
Why SERVPRO of South Kenosha
1/14/2020 (Permalink)
It's great to have all parties involved with the loss so we are all of the same page. We try our best to have minimal miscommunications.
Work Order Phases- Here is the breakdown of our protocol when a lead comes in.
Phase I: Initial inspection: Scope of work is generated. Conversation with all parties involved will be updated on what will need to happen in order to restore your property back to preloss condition. Once approved by the homeowner/business-owner, initial documents must be signed. If you are filing an insurance claim the necessary approvals will need to be approved by your insurance carrier and then documented before mitigation can start. If you are not going through insurance, 50% down is required before mitigation can start. An agreed upon price will be discussed before down payment is required.
Phase II: Once approvals have been approved, the mitigation process will start. Based off the scope of work, services can include demolition, cleaning, pack-out, dumpster rental, pod rental, etc. Necessary drying equipment will be placed and monitored to ensure that the structure has met the recommended drying goals. Once drying goals have been met and the structure is dry, mitigation is complete. At this time any and all equipment will be removed from the property. Final documentation will need to be signed for the mitigation portion of this loss.
Phase III: At this time, you may select a contractor of your choice to repair your property back to preloss condition. If you are inquiring to have SERVPRO of South Kenosha County do any repair work, an inspection and estimate will need to be scheduled, written, and submitted to all parties involved. No repairs will start until an agreed upon price is established with all parties. Once a contract is written and signed, 50% down payment will be collected before repairs can begin.
Sincerely, SERVPRO of South Kenosha County
Paint Splatter? OH NO!
10/25/2019 (Permalink)
All geared up in PPE, ready to remove paint!
Why choose SERVPRO of South Kenosha County?
We aren’t your typical Joes, we’re better! Handling anything that comes across the phone.
Well, we are more than just your average water, fire, and mold mitigators. This week we took on a project many wouldn’t think to call about. A homeowner called in and was looking to get paint splatters removed off a neighboring fence. This is a unique kind of call, but it is something that we can take care of. The proper removal of the paint is done by Soda Blasting! This is an abrasive blasting method used with Sodium Bicarbonate, otherwise known as Baking Soda!! The baking soda is applied at a high pressure to the surface of the material, in this case the fence. Due to the fence being stained wood, the finish did come off. This was established before we started the project. The homeowner is just excited to have his fence without white paint splatters. He is going to finalize the project by restaining the fence when he has time!
A huge positive about soda blasting is that it’s environmentally friendly and biodegradable. It is also non-toxic and water soluble. As you can see in the photo, there is a garden bed right below the fence. Happy to inform the customer that this will not damage their flowers, as it will not build up in the soil! This method can remove grease and paint up to 15 times quicker than industrial hydro-blasting.
As it is no surprise to me, at the end of it all the homeowner was extremely pleased with the final product. So appreciative of our crew rocking this job.
If you ever come across a situation like this, give us a call! 262-332-7044
A Functioning Home
7/16/2019 (Permalink)
This is a function able kitchen, while getting dried out.
This homeowner realized she has an issue when her dishwasher started to leak causing damage around the cause of loss.
Our Production Manager, Eric, goes out and assesses our inspections. Initial findings:
“The dishwasher leaked and caused water damaged in the portion of the kitchen, living room and laundry room. There appears to be some growth in the kitchen and into the living room as well. There will be asbestos testing done before we start any removal of material. The plumber was onsite to disconnect the plumbing and we removed the sink base cabinet and added some temp framing. The plumber re-connected the plumbing, so the homeowner has a running sink. We removed the face of the cabinet and is onsite. The laundry room ceiling and insulation was affected. We will start the mitigation portion once the asbestos results come back. We’ll be removing cabinet, mil work, insulation drywall and flooring.”
We want to ensure that the CUSTOMER is being taken care of, but more importantly feeling like they can still manage to utilize their house when it’s under construction, sustaining our values of CUSTOMER SERVICE.
262-332-7044
Educating the Community
12/18/2018 (Permalink)
Business 2 Business EXPO- Marcella and Jim
Marcella & Jim, marketing representatives for SERVPRO of South Kenosha County, helped educate our community to ensure that businesses and homeowners are prepared if a natural disaster were to strike. At the Business to Business Expo, hosted by Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce, we shared to our businesses our Emergency Ready Program (ERP). It is an app and/or paper copy profile of your business. It helps give owners, managers, and employees a calming sense because the profile will assist you if there was ever an issue at the office.
Our main goal of the B2B Expo was to educate the community. A lot of business owners and/or homeowners are unsure what to do or who to call in an emergency. We want the workplace to feel as if they aren’t losing revenue, while stressing through a critical situation that just happened inside your building. Having this plan will help cut out worry and scrambling time. It will provide all your key contacts, where shut off valves are, etc.
Please call us today (262) 332 – 7044 to set up a time to come in and explain more about this awesome plan.
OH, DID I MENTION…. IT’S FREE!!
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