SERVPRO of Hicksville/Plainview Offers Support Rebuilding a 9/11 Hero's Islip Home

2/13/2024 (Permalink)

Let's all help out our heroic first responder--Bobby McMahon. SERVPRO is proud to contribute to the well-being of our neighbors.

SERVPRO® Proudly Gives a Helping Hand to a First Responder

In the face of tragedy, communities often rally together to support those who have spent their lives in service to others. The latest example of this unfolds in Islip, New York, for Bobby McMahon, a 9/11 first responder and retired Member of the Department of Correction.

The start of 2024 brought an unforeseen disaster for Bobby—a fire sparked by a faulty boiler ravaged his home, rendering it uninhabitable. This misfortune was compounded by the discovery that his homeowner's insurance had lapsed, an oversight during a particularly challenging time following the loss of his wife to ovarian cancer in 2021.

However, SERVPRO of Hicksville/Plainview offers hope amidst the ashes. Led by owner Risa Kluger, she has generously provided all necessary labor, supplies, and equipment to carry out the basement's clean-out, demolition, and debris removal—a significant stride toward recovery. The spirit of community support is further bolstered by the kindness of John Stein from Restoration Dry Cleaners and Sean Winters from Winter Brothers Carting, who have also donated their services.

Per franchise owner Risa Kluger," I am hoping he gets enough support that he can pay for additional services to get his home completely back in order. His GoFundMe is nearly $35,000. Other first responders he is close with have told him once a company like SERVPRO cleans up the mess; they will help rebuild it."

This story is a testament to communities' gratitude for their first responders. Mr. McMahon, who spent years serving and protecting others, is now receiving a community's embrace. The collaborative efforts of SERVPRO, its trade partners, and numerous individual contributors to McMahon's GoFundMe—nearing $35,000—reflect powerful solidarity.

Mr. McMahon's resilience is remarkable; despite the adversities, he remains thankful that his family, including the family pets, were unharmed in the fire. With the clean-up underway, fellow first responders have pledged to take up hammers and nails to help rebuild the McMahon home—a place of cherished memories and a sanctuary for his children and grandchild.

The GoFundMe, organized by Richard Palmer, Jr., a retired Warden with the NYC Department of Correction and fellow 9/11 Responder, is not just a fundraiser but a call for aiding a fellow brother. Bobby McMahon's story is one of sacrifice, loss, and the unwavering strength of a community that refuses to let one of its heroes stand alone in the face of hardship.

To contribute to Bobby McMahon's home restoration, visit the GoFundMe page here. No matter the size, every donation is a brick in the foundation of a renewed home and hope.

Is There a Risk of Mold Damage after Rain in a Nassau County Home?

3/30/2023 (Permalink)

Why SERVPRO for mold damage mitigation in Nassau County? We have a dynamic team, equipment, and products to clean it all, "Like it never even happened

SERVPRO Stays on Top of Mold During Nassau County Remediation

Residents of Nassau County know that New York is a rainy place all year round. Even in summer, it can be a wet place to live. Unfortunately, rain can seep into your home through leaky windows, doors, or roofs and cause damage to your house. 

There are many considerations after water damage in the Town of Oyster Bay, including mold. You might also worry about the wooden door or window frames soaking up moisture and becoming warped. There is also the risk of water soaking into carpets or wallpaper.

How Does SERVPRO Restore your Home After Bad Weather?

Our team arrives ready to assess the damage to your home and advise you about the best course for restoration. Our approach includes:

• Deciding which water damaged articles are salvageable and which are not.
• Setting up safe and sanitary working areas for our technicians.
• Measuring moisture levels in wet materials and humidity in the air.
• Setting up air movers and dehumidifiers.
• Cleaning furniture, linen, drapery, and carpets.

After our SERVPRO applied microbial remediation technicians (AMRT) have completed scoping, they follow professional protocols for restoring your property to its preloss state. 

What Does SERVPRO Do to Tackle Mold?

Part of offering a comprehensive service is being aware of the risks of a mold infestation. We take steps to remediate the fungi when we find them. Dormant spores grow whenever there is moisture and an organic food source such as cotton, cellulose, or even wood. 

Because fungus occurs naturally everywhere, it is not possible to completely eradicate it. However, we can take steps to contain these microorganisms where we find them. We can: 

• Remove mold-infested materials that are not salvageable.
• Use plastic sheeting and tape to set up containment.
• Cover vents and seal doors and windows to prevent spores from circulating in the treatment area.
• Set up negative air pressure and port to the exterior using air scrubbers.
• Reduce humidity, so the environment is not as welcoming to fungus. 

We can also remove visible growth. We train our technicians in the best ways to use antimicrobial and antifungal treatments to remove mold. In some cases, the best option is to use soda blasting or dry ice pellet pressurized force to remove the colonies from the surfaces. HEPA filtered vacuums can help prevent the spreading of dust, debris, and spores to unaffected areas of the structure. 

Why is Air Filtration Important?

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) states that air quality can be a concern when a home gets flooded or water damaged. The damp environment can encourage fungal growth, which quickly proliferates as time passes. Because spores are so tiny, they can easily escape into the air. Air filtration helps capture these loose spores. 

SERVPRO uses air scrubbers to help remove microbes from the air. Air scrubbers draw in air and use true HEPA filters capable of catching particles as small as 0.3 microns to trap mold. The machine then pumps pure, clean air back into the room.

Air filtration also helps remove musty and moldy odors from your home, thereby improving indoor air quality. We can improve IAQ through filtration and mechanical devices like air scrubbers and foggers. The placement of counteractant gels and beads can also help achieve a more rapid pleasant scent.  

If you are concerned about water or mold damage in your home, SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainville is here to help. Call us today at (516) 733-1800 to learn more.

What to Do When Mold Damage Affects Your Hicksville Property

3/29/2023 (Permalink)

Our techs are ready 24/7, 365 days a year.

Explore Appropriate Mold Restoration in Hicksville with SERVPRO

You may realize there is mold in your Hicksville residence when you notice physical changes such as dark spots and discoloration or if people exhibit signs of reacting to underlying mold growth. Whatever alerts you of the problem, you need to take action to contain mold damage and save your property.

One thing that can make mold damage in your Hicksville property challenging to address is the high likelihood of a recurrence. Therefore, your actions must address the existing problems and prevent future issues. Since your skills and resources may be limited, seeking help from a professional team like SERVPRO helps improve the outcomes.

General tips for better mold control:

• Do not delay or postpone your response
• Manage and prevent mold simultaneously
• Use physical and chemical means to fight mold

Most early signs of a mold infestation are mild, so you might not give it much thought. For example, a few dark spots and surface discoloration may not prompt you to respond. SERVPRO crew chiefs investigate whether the problem is limited at the surface or extends deeper. We do so non-invasively using thermal cameras that identify pockets of hidden moisture and bore scopes that allow wall or ceiling cavity exploration from a small drill hole.

Mold Management vs. Prevention

Mold can thrive anywhere, provided the conditions are favorable. Moisture and organic food sources are the main factors driving such contamination. Therefore, management refers to steps, such as cleaning and physical material removal in contaminated areas, while prevention denotes actions, such as drying wet areas and applying chemical agents that inhibit microbial growth. 

Chemical and physical mold control methods:

• Vacuuming surfaces to remove colony fragments and spores
• Dry ice or soda blasting surfaces to dislodge colonies
• Damp wiping surfaces with antimicrobial detergents

SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview can help you determine the appropriate response to any mold contamination. We also have essential remediation resources. Call us at (516) 733-1800.

Mold Damage in Hicksville Needs Fast Attention

9/27/2022 (Permalink)

Mold remediation is one of SERVPROs specialities. Their technicians are IICRC certified for any size mold remediation service needed.

Local Hicksville Property Owners Count on SERVPRO for Mold Damage Remediation

There are many reasons that a mold infestation situation may be set up in a home; stopping it usually requires addressing both the actual mold and the reason conditions sustain the colonies. 

There are numerous steps in remediating mold damage in Hicksville properties. SERVPRO technicians rarely recommend mold testing kits. Store-bought kits are generally unreliable and offer little in the way of prevention or remediation. Typically, a homeowner senses a mold problem without unprofessional efforts. This type of testing may indicate the following:

• If there is a mold issue in the home--which is probably already apparent
• Call attention to the presence of hidden mold--SERVPRO can visually inspect
• Present a measurement of the air quality--IAQ can be remedied during the cleanup
• Identify the species of mold within the structure--not of value, mold is mold, even black mold

SERVPRO has always offered professional and honest assessments of potential mold infestations within a Hicksville home. Scare tactics are unfortunately prevalent on the internet. We are available to inspect your home at no charge.

When local Hicksville residents need mold damage remediation, they rely on SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview at (516) 733-1800.

SERVPRO Experts Can Restore Your Hicksville Home After a Fire

8/20/2022 (Permalink)

Fire damage requires professional cleanup and restoration. Hicksville homeowners always count on SERVPRO.

Reducing Loss In Your Fire-Damaged Hicksville Home

We are mitigation specialists that train excessively in the latest techniques and practices that can save Hicksville homeowners time and money when they face fire losses. No matter the damage or severity of the effects in your house, we have a qualified roster of professionals capable of responding quickly to help. When combined with our extensive inventory of recovery tools and products, we can make fire loss incidents "Like it never even happened" for our customers.

Reducing your loss is the priority of our technicians from the time you first call us to address fire damage in your Hicksville home. Our readiness for these emergencies exemplifies how quickly we can have field technician boots on the ground, leaving our facility with our production trailers, service vehicles, and trailered equipment in tow. From air purification and deodorization to soot removal products and equipment, we can help you through every phase of recovery.

Trusting our SERVPRO professionals to handle the fire loss incidents in your home is putting your trust in our years of experience and continued training in each facet and niche of fire recovery. Our team obtains Fire & Smoke Restoration Technician certification through the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC.) However, our company encourages in-house training and online coursework to ensure that our professionals are among the most well-qualified in the area to handle your crisis.

A substantial factor in our team's success in the fire recovery niche over the years can be attributed to our commitment to having top-tier equipment available in the industry. From thermal and UV foggers for deodorization to ultrasonic tanks and potent cleaning agents for soot and smoke residues, we know how to help your home return to preloss condition.

No matter the size or severity of a fire loss incident, you never have much time to get the right personnel working in the house. We're Faster to Any Size Disaster, and we can start mitigation that protects your home and its contents from worsening conditions. Count on our SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview professionals to be ready 24/7 to help at (516) 733-1800.

What Does It Take To Defeat Mold Spreading Through A Hotel?

7/27/2022 (Permalink)

If mold is left unchecked, it can spread very quickly. Contact our IICRC certified mold damage remediation team for an assessment today.

SERVPRO Helps Perform Mold Remediation in Hicksville Hotels with the Seriousness it Deserves.

You may be concerned, and with good reason, that guests would shun your hotel or cut short visits when they discover there is mold. Once you notice mold in a few sections of your facility, it is likely to spread fast to other areas if you do not take remedial action. SERVPRO helps hotel proprietors in Hicksville get ahead of the situation before it worsens.

What Aspect Is Most Helpful For Mold Remediation In Hicksville?

An abundance of skills is perhaps the most helpful thing because mold remediation in Hicksville requires a multipronged approach to ensure lasting results. When you engage SERVPRO, you have immediate access to certified technicians in several fields, including:

• Applied Microbial Remediation Specialists
• Upholstery and Fabric Cleaning Technicians
• Water Damage Restoration Technicians
• Odor Control Technicians
• Applied Structural Drying Technicians

How Widespread Does Mold Remediation Have To Be?

You may notice mold only in a few sections of your hotel, such as areas close to the showers. However, the infestation is likely to affect more areas. Therefore, the removal process involves more than just cleaning the few areas where you notice mold spots. Our SERVPRO technicians take different actions, including: 

• Tracing the mold growth all over your property
• Checking humidity levels within the hotel
• Removing mold residues and affected materials
• Drying wet areas

Mold can thrive in concealed spaces such as wall or ceiling cavities before it exhibits signs on the surfaces. When our technicians take moisture and humidity readings, we can tell the areas are likely to be infested. Then we open small, 4-inch holes for further inspection or use borescopes to confirm the presence of mold. In carpeted areas, we lift the carpet to inspect the underside and tack strip.  

After identifying all the moldy areas, we perform controlled demolition to remove heavily infested porous materials and use various cleaning approaches to remove moldy residues from surfaces. 

A seemingly minor mold issue may be the tip of the iceberg. Call SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview at (516) 733-1800 to help deal with any level of damage "Like it never even happened."

How to Deal with Mold Damage in Your Hicksville Home

4/25/2022 (Permalink)

Did you locate mold in your home? Our SERVPRO techs are trained and equipped to remediate the damage.

Trust SERVPRO to Handle the Mold Damage in Your Hicksville Home

Mold can cause health effects, and if left unchecked, it spreads to the entire house in no time, risking the structural integrity and tampering with the aesthetic appeal of a home.

These reasons are why you should contact SERVPRO to perform mold damage remediation in your Hicksville residence. It is advisable to contact us as soon as you detect it so that we can carry out a proper diagnosis of the situation and perform swift and effective remediation. Our process follows these steps:

• Assessment
• Isolation
• Removing contaminated materials
• Cleaning

Assessment

Our IICRC trained SERVPRO team can thoroughly inspect the mold and use moisture meters to perform a moisture survey. Moisture meters have a significant sensory pad, and they emit electromagnetic signals to measure how much moisture is present in the material that restorers are testing, such as wood. Locating hidden moisture sources ensures that mold does not return once we clean the area.

Isolation

After taking care of the source of moisture, we can use plastic sheeting to isolate the area affected by mold to prevent the spores from quickly spreading. We can also use a HEPA-filtered air scrubber to remove all the mold spores suspended in the air.

Removing Contaminated Materials

Our SERVPRO technicians can remove the materials that mold has affected, such as insulation and drywall, double-bag them, and dispose of them carefully. We also remove materials like fabrics and carpets that have had mold exposure and then conduct micro-cleaning on home contents to clean up mold spores that have settled on them.

Cleaning

Our SERVPRO restorers can spray a biocide, a mold killer, on the mold colony to sterilize it before commencing the clean-up of mold spores using HEPA vacuums and damp-wiping of surfaces.

SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview can restore your residence after a mold infestation to make it seem "Like it never even happened." Contact us at (516) 733-1800.

Reasons to Hire Mold Removal Companies in Hicksville

1/14/2022 (Permalink)

Mold damage remediation services by SERVPRO are second to none. We will be on-site within 4 hours of the initial call.

Reputable Mold Removal Companies in Hicksville Like SERVPRO Can Restore Your Property Efficiently

When a water intrusion incident occurs in a house due to roof leaks, construction defects, plumbing leaks, substandard materials, and appliance malfunctions, mold can grow. Mold can cause health issues for anyone living in your home. You, therefore, need to remediate it as soon as you spot it. Our SERVPRO technicians can assess the mold damage and take steps to remediate it.

As one of the reputed mold removal companies in Hicksville, we understand the nature of mold spores, the suitable conditions for mold infestation, and how to remediate it. A successful remediation process typically prevents mold from returning.

Our Mold Remediation Process

Despite what caused the mold infestation in your residence, our SERVPRO mold remediation experts have a solution to take care of the problem. This process may include:

• Using antimicrobial and antifungal treatments to remediate mold.
• Removing mold spores from the air through filtering, capturing, and scrubbing.
• Cleaning and deodorizing affected structures and contents.
• Repairing the damaged areas of your home.

Our restorers usually perform a visual examination to determine the extent of the damage that mold growth has caused. Mold feeds off moisture, and therefore, our technicians repair any leaks during the first phases of the mold remediation process.

Our SERVPRO mold cleanup specialists use various devices to ensure proper testing of the levels of moisture in the home. We can use penetrating moisture meters to detect the moisture content of building materials like wood, brick, carpet, and concrete. These moisture meters operate on the principle of electrical conductivity by penetrating the materials we are testing. The presence of moisture influences the electrical conductivity of the material between the probes. The electrical conductivity is measured and displayed on a digital or analog readout.

Our SERVPRO restorers also clean the damaged materials to deal with mold. We can remove and replace extensively damaged materials.

If you need mold cleanup services, call SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview at (516) 733-1800. We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster.

Causes of Water Damage for Hicksville Properties this Winter

12/29/2021 (Permalink)

When the elements cause damage to your home, SERVPRO storm damage restoration techs are the team for you. Call now for fast and immediate service.

Hicksville homeowners should prepare for possible winter water damage with direct preventative measures.

As the winter settles in, homeowners can begin to see where some of their property's defenses against environmental conditions fall short. For example, when insulation is insufficient, several possible water damage situations can result.

What Are the Main Concerns of Winter Property Damage?

There are many unique circumstances like frozen pipes and ice damming Hicksville homes can experience during the winter months. Knowing what to expect can help you take more preventative measures to protect your property.

• Burst Pipes – Direct cold exposure to vulnerable pipes can freeze standing water inside. As it expands, becoming a solid, the possibilities of a line rupture increase rapidly. 
• Ice Damming – When ice forms along the edges of a roof, snowmelt can be forced back underneath roofing materials to flood an attic space. 
• Roof Damage – Heavy snow and even the weight of snow and ice on trees and limbs can prove destructive to an aging roof suffering the elements. 
• Flooding - Flooding threatens area homes when ice jams up a flowing river and forces water over the banks. 

How Is SERVPRO Here to Help?

People in the area have grown to trust in the reliable name of SERVPRO when disasters strike. Water damage during the winter months can worsen, especially with direct exposure to freezing conditions. From our fast water removal services to clear standing water from the house to thorough evaporative drying, we can make water damage "Like it never even happened."

The possibilities of winter water damage cannot be undersold for area homes and businesses. Extreme conditions like cold snaps find vulnerabilities in the property like under-insulated pipes and plumbing. Our experienced SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview team can work fast to limit the damage these events can cause while restoring the house. Call us today at (516) 733-1800. 

How Dry Cleaning Is Used to Remove Soot Damage in Hicksville Homes

10/25/2021 (Permalink)

Why SERVPRO for fire damage mitigation in Hicksville? We've the dynamic team, equipment, and products to clean it all, "Like it never even happened."

Dry cleaning methods are popular for removing specific types of smoke damage in Hicksville properties.

Removing soot and smoke residues involves many considerations, such as the composition of these soils and the affected surface materials. As widespread and threatening as such conditions could be, we have several practices to handle soot removal both in dry and wet cleaning varieties.

Pre-Cleaning Actions

Pre-cleaning is one of the favored methods of reducing restoration time for fire damage in Hicksville properties. Pre-cleaning aims to eliminate heaped soils and thick residues before the chosen restoration process gets underway. Some of these options include:

• Vacuuming– This process removes light debris and particles. It is a common method for preparing a surface for more complex and direct cleaning.
• Brushing– This process is ideal for the mechanical needs of cleaning to abrasively dislodge and loosen soils from building materials.
• Airblasting – As a mildly aggressive approach, pressurized air blows away debris and soils on surfaces to leave a material ready for dry cleaning.

Sponge Cleaning of Dry Smoke Damage

Rubber chemical sponges are a common staple for dry-cleaning approaches after a fire. Chalky residues produced by high-heat and rapidly spreading events can leave a thin film of residue on vertical surfaces and ceilings. Chem sponges can remove the soot particles without damaging the underlying surface with harsh chemicals or wet cleaning approaches.

Washable Surfaces and Contents

Depending on the composition of the soot damage, wet cleaning might also be required at the same restoration project. Washable surfaces and contents benefit from these cleaning strategies and powerful products that can balance pH and dissolve stubborn soot.

No matter how fire damage impacts your home, our SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview team can help. We are ready 24/7 with effective cleaning strategies and mitigation equipment. Call us today at (516) 733-1800.

Should Homeowners Try Handling Mold Remediation in Plainview Properties?

10/8/2021 (Permalink)

Mold remediation is no DIY project. SERVPRO techs are trained and experienced in all phases of mold removal. Call now!

Involve Certified Restorers Like SERVPRO to help with mold remediation in Plainview

Mold damage follows water damage as a secondary factor. When water is left standing, or high moisture levels persist, mold may begin to grow within 48 hours if the original cause of damage is not resolved effectively. For effective mold remediation, it is essential to involve certified professionals with decades of experience and expertise like SERVPRO. 

At SERVPRO, we have specialized skills, equipment, and experience to analyze the presence of mold on various surfaces. Measuring microbial volatile organic compounds and spores is essential to identify mold-infested areas and estimate the infestation extent. We can use a luminometer to test various surfaces for mold contamination. The advanced equipment and tools help us handle the mold remediation process within one to five days. However, mold remediation in Plainview is a complex process that depends on many variables. Some of them include:

• The amount of mold present 
• The size of the area where mold is growing 
• Type of material with mold-contamination 

Our SERVPRO experts can physically remove mold-damaged materials before we begin handling the mold-affected area. Our technicians can use a HEPA vacuum and damp-wipe on soiled surfaces to remove mold spores in the air. Since mold is a result of moisture, we identify the problem and correct it by stopping the source of moisture. 

We use advanced products to clean mold-affected surfaces. Our SERVPRO restorers can use fungicides to prevent the development of microorganisms. When cleaning the affected areas or handling mold in general, we equip ourselves with protective gear for better remediation. We dry the property effectively to prevent future mold damage. 

Mold can cause health effects if not handled professionally. Contact SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview for professional remediation at (516) 733-1800. We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster. 

Which Water Damage Repair Solutions Help When Hicksville Properties are Extremely Soiled?

9/16/2021 (Permalink)

Call our skilled technicians at SERVPRO for swift water removal and remediation efforts in your home.

SERVPRO Can Enhance Water Damage Repairs through Salvage Cleaning Saving High-Value Items

Sometimes water intrusion and other moisture-related problems can cause severe soiling, staining, or dye transfer, ruining the visual appeal of valuable furniture items, draperies, or other fabric contents. Before you opt to dispose of such items, you should ask professionals whether there is a way to restore them.

Any water damage repair process applied in Hicksville properties can add to the cost of restoration. In the attempt to repair damages, it is also possible to cause additional problems. Therefore evaluating the value of the items before opting for advanced restoration processes is advisable. SERVPRO works closely with insurance adjusters, thus making it easier to address any pertinent issues before starting the advanced restoration work.

Advanced Fabric Restoration Processes Are Useful When Dealing With

• Sewage cleanup
• Crime scene cleanup
• Rodent clean up services

SERVPRO technicians, after determining the need to save a soiled item, yet other cleaning techniques prove ineffective. Chlorine bleach is the main chemical agent used for salvage cleaning. The method mostly helps fix stubborn soiling in materials like Olefin, solution-dyed nylon, polyester, and colorfast cotton prints. Our technicians can also restore mildew-damaged furniture using this method.

Various Processes Are Also Necessary Apart From Using Chemicals Agents Like Chlorine:

• Pre-vacuuming the material
• Soil suspension by preconditioning with an alkaline agent
• Extracting and rinsing the fabric with rinse agent and color set before applying chlorine
• Neutralize the bleach with a reducing bleach

SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview uses routine, and advanced water damage repair approaches to address any issue affecting contents in your home, “Like it never even happened.” Call us at (516) 733-1800.

Why Trust Your Hicksville Property to SERVPRO When You Have Flood Damage?

5/25/2021 (Permalink)

If your property is under water, call the professionals at SERVPRO for swift and efficient mitigation services.

SERVPRO is a National Brand with a Local Hicksville Touch – We Handle Flood Damage with Care and Precision!

DIY projects are nice, but when dealing with flood damage within your Hicksville home, you need skilled, experienced technicians. SERVPRO works under a 'restore versus replace' mentality – this means that we do our best to restore your interior and belongings to save you money while also preserving your cherished possessions. 

Why SERVPRO for flood damage in Hicksville? We not only have an entire team of IICRC-certified technicians, but we also use specialized cleaning techniques and the best equipment for each job. After any disaster at your home, you can initiate our Green Fleet with a single phone call. We arrive within hours to formulate a solution tailored to your unique situation. 

Our restoration process generally includes the following steps:

• Contact – When we have you on the phone, we cover a series of questions about your flood restoration needs. 
• Inspection/Assessment – We arrive on the scene to inspect the flood zones and all adjoining rooms to determine the path of water migration.
• Roof Tarping/Board Up – If your water cleanup needs stem from a leaking roof from storms that could lead to ceiling leaks, we ensure everything gets protected with our boarding and tarping services.
• Water Extraction and Drying – With high-powered pumps and industrial drying equipment, we get to work restoring relative humidity levels and lessening the onset of secondary damage.
• Sanitization/Cleaning – Using EPA-registered antimicrobials and deodorizers, we eliminate musty odors to make it "Like it never even happened."
• Restoration – If necessary, we handle controlled demolition to remove and replace any unsalvageable materials. 

Call (516) 733-1800 to initiate flood damage restoration at your home. SERVPRO of Hicksville/Plainview is available 24/7 for emergency services water damage assistance!

SERVPRO Handles Water Removal for Hicksville

2/24/2021 (Permalink)

Water damaged property should be left to the pros. SERVPRO has the team of experts ready for the water restoration service you need.

Hicksville Residents Rely on SERVPRO for Water Removal

Hicksville is known to most New Yorkers as a place for transportation or stock up on IKEA at the only outlet east of the city. The hamlet's humble beginnings as a farming settlement are largely forgotten. 

Building after World War II was one of the biggest catalysts for taking Hicksville from a farming community to a more industrial existence. The number of people who moved to the area after the war highlighted the local infrastructure issues for getting around. One improvement was to elevate the railroad tracks and widen the roads to accommodate the growing population. Unfortunately, to accomplish this, a portion of the existing business district got leveled and turned into a road. Before these improvements occurring, traffic would back up for over half a mile around the Hicksville depot on the Long Island Railroad's (LIRR) mainline. 

The arrival of the railroad to the Hicksville area was a large part of the hamlet's growth. It originated as part of a 5,000-acre land purchase by Robert Williams from the local Matinecock Indian tribe. Initially, the land was miles upon miles of prairie grass and little else. The area did not get developed for nearly two hundred years when Valentine Hicks formed a land association and laid the foundation for a community in 1834.

The newly founded Hicksville was still far away from other townships and considered "in the middle of nowhere." Hicks was instrumental in negotiating the LIRR to travel through the hamlet as he was a member of the board of directors and the second acting president. The Hicksville Station began operation in 1837.

With a regular stop on the LIRR mainline, Hicksville industries arose that could ship goods to other Burroughs and beyond. By this point, farming had become a minor business for residents. German immigrants came into the area and created a majority for a period. The first newspaper established, the Long Island Central Zeitung, which began publishing in 1873, was printed in German. More businesses started in the township, and by the end of the 1800s, Hicksville had

• Central bank
• Library
• Numerous industrial plants
• Even a pickle works. 

Hicksville Gardens is still a draw for tourists that are also architectural enthusiasts as it was zoned for the building of large estate homes. As wealthy families moved in, there was twice an attempt to change the hamlet's name to either Waldorf or Quentin as it was felt that "Hicksville" made a poor impression.

What Causes Toilet Backups That Need Water Removal in Hicksville Properties?

Toilet backups are one of the most severe issues that require water removal in Hicksville homes. The water contaminates everything it touches, and it is not uncommon for the use of controlled demolition to be a part of the restoration services.

When SERVPRO technicians tackle this type of cleanup, they also diagnose the reason that the backup occurred. Some of the most frequently seen reasons for this type of water damage in a structure include:

• Blocked drains causing the toilet to back up
• Obstructed vents that block airflow into the sewer and cause a vacuum stopping all water flow
• Tree roots
• Overloaded storm drains
• Septic system in need of servicing

While SERVPRO techs diagnose the issue by inspecting the property, they also treat the water with biocides to make it safer to handle and begin the extraction process. During this phase, the techs perform any needed controlled demo and set up the drying equipment.

SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview at (516) 733-1800 supports the local Hicksville community with all types of water removal needed. 

Premium Fire Restoration Service in Vibrant Hicksville

12/27/2020 (Permalink)

Fire damage remediation needs to happen right away for best results. Contact our certified SERVPRO team 24/7 for effective services.

The Greatest Name to Come Out of Hicksville – Billy Joel

Late one night at a piano bar in Hicksville, a teenage prodigy played an excellent show for the adoring patrons. That fateful night, over forty years ago, would lead to Billy Joel’s rise to stardom. However, it was not his performance that evening that launched his career, but rather its consequences.      

William “Billy” Joel had grown up like most other children in Hicksville – playful, outgoing, and full of life. His mother, ever worried about her son’s future, had pushed him to master the piano since he was very young, but he never truly held a passion for it. Instead, he had begun to make a name for himself in the boxing ring and was a strong student at his high school.

However, the year 1967, when he was slated to graduate from Hicksville High School, proved to be disastrous for Joel. First, he broke his nose in the boxing ring, ending his career before it had much of a chance to start. Then, with his single mother struggling to support the family on her own, he began to play at the local piano bar for some extra income. That fatal performance changed everything when an exhausted Billy Joel returned home and passed out on his bed, forgetting entirely about the exam he had to take in the morning. He missed the exam, failed the class, and was left without enough credits to graduate high school.

Up to this point, Joel had been involved in several Rock bands as a pianist but had never intended to make a career for himself on the stage. Now, with no diploma and few other options available to him, he began playing full-time. His early days playing in and around Hicksville proved influential, and after a few years of disappointment, his career took off. Particularly in his early years, Joel’s Long Island heritage influenced his work. His first solo album was Cold Spring Harbor. Joel’s most successful song, Piano Man, took partial inspiration from the Hicksville piano bar he played at in his younger days.

Today, few Long Island natives can compare to the global fame that Billy Joel accrued throughout his career. After years of moving in and out of Hollywood, Joel now spends most of his time in New York, close to the same crowds that launched his career so many years ago.

How the Marvelous Little India of Hicksville Got Started

Hicksville is the proud home of one of the most extensive and well-developed South Asian communities in New York, but the town did not always look like this. In the 1980s, Hicksville was indistinguishable from other outlying communities of New York City. The town lacked a distinct identity and character, with few attractions to draw in new development. Then, in the 90s, a fantastic new community started to call Hicksville its home.

One of the first Indian business owners in Hicksville was Raj Kumar, owner of the Bengali Sweet Shop. In 1987, he moved to Hicksville and opened a small South Asian store called the Modern Bazaar. With a bit of traditional comfort to supplement their new suburban lifestyle, the Bazaar attracted other Indian Americans from New York City. After a few years, other South Asian businesses began opening, and the community has flourished since then. At first, the shops and restaurants were small, catering to an ethnic community numbering in the hundreds. Today, the South Asian part of town features many more prominent businesses, including (among many others):

• Maharaja Farmers’ Market
• Patel Brothers Grocery
• House of Dosas
• Hamza & Madina

Without Modern Bazaar, this community may never have grown into today’s desirable and vibrant town. Once, every Long Island resident had to travel into the city to find South Asian restaurants and markets. Today, in a twist of fate, many city residents travel here to find the very best in Indian goods. Make sure to stop by the Bengali Sweet Shop to show some support to the pioneer family who helped make it all happen.

Damages that can Occur by Putting Off Fire Restoration in your Hicksville Home            

One of the worst mistakes that we see local Hicksville residents make is putting off fire restorations after a disaster. Many different influences can lead to this decision, but the result is always the same. By leaving the professional restoration work for later, the consequences worsen and cost much more to repair. Here are some of the most severe damages that can happen when restoration professionals do not arrive on time.

Set-In Odors         

Smoke odors result from most house fires, including smaller ones that are extinguished quickly. These odors can persist for years and are not easily masked by common air fresheners. Smoke smells can be removed via industrial tools such as:

• HEPA and charcoal filtered air scrubbers
• hydroxyl generators
• thermal foggers

SERVPRO professionals are trained to use these machines and can eliminate even the most long-standing odors, but no amount of expertise can overcome simple chemistry. The longer the smoke particles have had to embed themselves in your home, the longer it will take to remove them.

Material Degradation            

Some house fires produce smoke that can break down common materials in your home. Sometimes, the items can be salvaged, but in many cases, they can be degraded enough that repairs and refinishing are no longer an option. Depending on where the fire happened and what it burned, ash and smoke can break down many materials, including the following.

• Paint
• Upholstery
• Metallic finishes
• Electronic components

These damages occur over time, and by calling SERVPRO immediately after a fire happens, you allow no time for them to cause extensive damage.

Spreading Damages      

After a fire, we always recommend that you shut down your HVAC system or at least replace the filters. Without these precautions, the vents in your home may spread ash, soot, and smoke throughout the house. Compared to a single room, the costs to eliminate odors in an entire house can be enormous. Talking to our experts after a disaster helps you to avoid this pitfall and many others like it. In the event of a furnace Puff Back, always call us for cleanup.        

SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview is a professional and certified fire restoration company in Hicksville. Call our 24/7 emergency phone line at (516) 733-1800.

Learning to Skate in Hicksville

12/27/2020 (Permalink)

It will be exciting to see the community trying out the new beginner skating classes.

Try Out Skaterobics in a Fun Beginner-Friendly Class Near Hicksville

Are you one of the countless people in Hicksville who grew up hearing and seeing other people roller skate, but never learned how to do it yourself? Some of us have skated on ice plenty, but as soon as wheels get thrown underneath the shoes, all bets are off. Mastering new skills or translating others can be tough work, especially as an adult. Layla’s Dance studio, just a short drive away from downtown Hicksville, aims to solve that. 

Layla’s offers adult-oriented instruction in both beginner and advanced skating techniques, helping you to master balance, pivoting, control, and other vital skills while getting in a great workout all the while. These classes run every Friday evening from 8:30 to 10:00. Reservations are $20 per person, and the studio does not currently accept walk-ins.

Call at the First Sign of Water Damage in Hicksville

SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview stays ready 24/7 to respond fast to water damage emergencies in Hicksville homes. Call us at (516) 733-1800 for our emergency services.

Plainview Residents - Come Listen to the Lights!

12/6/2020 (Permalink)

We are looking forward to seeing the community come together at Spanky's Family Light Show for the Make-a-Wish Foundation.

Spanky's Family Light Show Invites Local Plainview Residents To Participate In This Fundraising Event

Spanky's Family Light Show is revved up and ready to enchant Plainview and all of Metro New York with a combination of synchronized lights and fun Christmas music! Visitors to the venue can listen to the music that accompanies the lights by tuning in to FM 89.7 on the radio dial or their phones with an FM radio app. This impressive display was built by an 18-year old using a Renard and a Raspberry Pi to create the season's custom light and sounds. This charity event occurs each evening through January 31st to benefit the Make-a-Wish Foundation providing wishes for critically ill children between ages 2 and 18. 

• Time : 4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
• Date: December 8th through January 2021
• Cost: Free event, donations accepted with 100% of the proceeds going to the Make-a-Wish Foundation

SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview at (516) 733-1800 helps local properties with mold removal needs. The certified techs are fast to arrive and bring everything they need in their green vehicles. 

Why Does SERVPRO’s 24/7 Service Matter When Water Damage Occurs In Hicksville?

7/28/2020 (Permalink)

If you need speedy help with water damage, call SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview at (516) 733-1800.

A Speedy Response Means Better Results For Hicksville Homes With Water Damage

Hicksville residents want to know that should a disaster occur in their home, and there is someone they can rely on for a speedy response. SERVPRO understands the need for speed when remedying a water problem, which is why we emphasize quick service as part of our response.

No one wants to deal with water damage in their Hicksville home. However, in the unfortunate event of water seeping into your carpets or drywall, you want to know help is at hand when you need it. Water damage does not wait for a convenient time – you can suffer from a leak or flood at any moment. Thankfully, SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview is here for you any time, day or night. Our teams work 24 hours a day, seven days a week, all year long. We do not shut up shop at 5:00 PM or close our offices for the holidays. When disaster strikes – we are there.

Why is speed so important when water damage occurs?

Time is of the essence in cases of water damage. A day or even an hour can make a massive difference to how much harm the moisture can do. For example:

    •    Water saturates everything in its path within minutes, including furniture, carpets, upholstery, and the structure of your home
    •    In the first 24 hours after water damage, drywall and furniture begin to swell, and metal services begin to tarnish.
    •    In the first 48 hours after water damage, doors and floors start to warp, paint begins to blister, and mold starts to grow
    •    If more than a week goes by, restoration becomes much more complicated and costly, and the risk of permanent damage to the home, or health hazards to the occupants, increases sharply

Fast action is key to preventing mold, long-term damage, and warping of your home’s structure. That is why SERVPRO is Faster to Any Size Disaster.

What does SERVPRO do to hasten the drying process?

Our technicians understand that the faster we can dry your property, the better for everyone. We start by removing as much water from your house as possible. The more moisture we extract at the start of the process, the faster and more effective drying will be. Our extraction process is thorough, and we use a range of standing pumps, truck-mounted pumps, and wand extractors to draw out as much water as possible.

We are thorough in our work – we do not stop at removing water! We use a range of air movers, dehumidifiers, and fans to dry out your carpets, drapes, furniture, and floors. We train our technicians in the best placement of equipment for each situation.

If some of your belongings need more in-depth cleaning, we take care of that too. Our teams have access to a wide range of cleaning chemicals and solutions, and we can carry out everything from spot cleaning to full immersion cleaning as needed.

What can I expect when SERVPRO arrives?

When our team arrives at your home, they will:

    •    Start with a walk-through to assess the situation and talk with you about your concerns and priorities
    •    Check-in with their managers about any specific hazards (such as the need to board up windows) and make a plan to handle those hazards
    •    Consult with you about the steps needed to restore your home, to make sure you are happy with their activities going forward
    •    Use a range of moisture meters to take initial moisture readings and ascertain the extent of the water damage
    •    Draw up a full plan that includes demolition plans for any parts of your home that cannot be saved (such as saturated drywall) and drying methods for everything salvageable.

Our visit begins with a thorough assessment, so you know we have considered all the options, and have all the relevant information to hand. Putting a well-researched plan in place at the start gives you peace of mind because you know what is going to happen next.

A property assessment also hastens the drying process because all technicians know what steps to take and in what order.

What happens after drying is complete?

After our team has finished drying your home and belongings, we work on deodorizing your home using a range of foggers and deodorizing chemicals. Deodorizing is a vital final step because it eradicates the leftover musty smell that accompanies water damage, and leaves your home feeling clean and fresh once more.

We conduct a walk-through with you after remediation is complete. This gives you the chance to see the results of our work while we are still on hand to answer any questions or concerns. The manager in charge of your project will call you a week after project close-out to discuss any lingering questions you may have.

If you need speedy help with water damage, call SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview at (516) 733-1800.

Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned – a defensive cleaning program

5/20/2020 (Permalink)

Our defensive cleaning program gives your business a way forward by providing your employees and customers ongoing safety and assuredness.

Let us help you get back to business

As our communities re-open in Hicksville, we’re all moving back toward a new kind of normal. The expectations of visitors, customers, and employees who come into our establishments have evolved, and staying safe and well is a top concern. The global COVID-19 pandemic has changed what it means to be clean, and we’ve developed a program to help your business meet the new higher standard of clean that is now expected.

Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned is a defensive cleaning program we’re offering to businesses and commercial locations to address the current COVID-19 pandemic. This proactive viral pathogen cleaning program goes well beyond janitorial or carpet cleaning. By choosing Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned, you, your employees, your customers, and your community can rest assured that you’ve selected a higher cleaning standard – you are Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned.

Extensive training and specialized products

As the #1 choice in cleanup and restoration*, we stand on more than 50 years of experience and expertise to help your business become Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned.  Beyond fire & water, SERVPRO professionals are trained and experienced in biohazard decontamination and chemical spills – always adhering to the cleaning and decontamination standards set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local authorities. 

From formulating and creating our proprietary cleaning products, like SERVPROXIDE, at our headquarters in Gallatin, TN, to taking the utmost care while disinfecting, we will ensure you and your business are set up to inspire consumer confidence as the economy continues to reopen.

3 C’s – Consult, Clean, and Certify

When the stakes are this high, you want a partner who has developed an industry leading, proprietary training program, cleaning solutions, and remediation processes over decades. We’ve cleaned up some of the most challenging biohazards imaginable. Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned reflects our unique experiences and capabilities. The program is grounded with our unique 3 C’s: Consult, Clean, and Certify.

• Consult – Every business is different, which is why you’ll be assigned a Cleaning Protocol Consultant who understands your business and will create a cleaning program to meet your specific needs. This program will be developed based on your business type, size of space, amount of high frequency touchpoints, foot traffic and congestion points.
• Clean – Based on your specific business needs, your location will undergo a thorough, deep clean, using exclusive cleaning products, according to protocols set forth by the CDC. Our employees have years of experience, and we will go beyond the scope of work that regular janitorial staff perform. Cleanup procedures generally include cleaning of porous and non-porous surfaces, disinfecting of non-porous surfaces, cleaning and disinfecting of equipment, tools, and/or supplies used for cleanup process, and disposal of hazardous materials.  In the event of a suspected or confirmed COVID-19 event, we will be there cleaning within 24 hours to ensure you get back to business as quickly as possible. 
• Certify - Once your business location has been Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned, you will gain access to proprietary signage, digital emblems, and other collateral that communicates that you’ve selected a higher standard of clean available to help protect your employees and customers. And because we add the day, month, and year to that proprietary stamp of clean, your guests will know that not only did you choose Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned, but that your location is being cleaned regularly at this standard.

Call today for a Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned consultation

We’re Here to Help – 24 hours a day, seven days a week – until life is back to normal in the communities we all call home.

Call SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview today at (516) 733-1800 for your Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned consultation.

* #1 Choice in cleanup & restoration based Commercial Attitude & Usage Tracking study. Polling 816 commercial business decision makers on first choice for future needs related to cleanup & restoration work. Study conducted by C&R Research: October 2019

Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned means professionally trained SERVPRO franchises perform the requested cleaning, sanitizing and disinfection services according to proprietary SERVPRO protocols and recognized industry and CDC standards with EPA approved cleaning products to deliver a SERVPRO certified cleaning experience.  Each SERVPRO franchise is independently owned and operated.

What Can I Do After A Bathtub Overflow in My Hicksville Home?

5/12/2020 (Permalink)

Becoming distracted while running baths can quickly cause water damage.

Restoration Technicians at SERVPRO Can Remove Water Damage from Your Hicksville Home’s Structure and Belongings 

Accidents can happen anywhere and at any time. A busy parent can draw a bath for their little ones, get distracted, find water all over the bathroom floor, and soak the hallway. While you can clean part of it up yourself, mold and microbes can still develop, and flooring can delaminate with enough moisture exposure. 

If an accidental overflow requires professional water cleanup for your Hicksville property, SERVPRO technicians are ready to restore your home to its prior condition. Technicians focus on both removing damages and salvaging your property whenever possible so that you can enjoy a damage-free living space once more. 

SERVPRO’s Cleanup Technologies 

This Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC)-certified crew relies on a variety of sophisticated cleanup and sanitation tools to restore your home, including: 

• Extraction tools to address water removal for both structures and contents.
• EPA-registered antimicrobial solutions that remove bacteria, mold, and other potential sanitation risks from water damage.
• Moisture sensors and meters, as well as thermal imaging, to measure moisture levels and accurately calculate drying goals.
• High-powered centrifugal air movers and dehumidification equipment to isolate and remove moisture from surfaces and the air.
• Deodorization equipment, such as thermal foggers, that penetrate surfaces to remove water damage odors at the particle level. 

How SERVPRO Saves Your Home from Water Damage 

SERVPRO’s extraction tools, including mops, squeegees, rovers, and extractor wands, can remove moisture from various surfaces, including carpet and pad, drapes, upholstery, and drywall. 

Water extraction is up to 500 times more effective than relying on drying solely with air movers and dehumidifiers. It also minimizes the risk of secondary damages created by overworked or underutilized drying equipment. 

SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview can leave your home looking, “Like it never even happened.” Call (516) 733-1800 to begin the mitigation process as quickly as possible. 

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Water Removal In Hicksville

2/29/2020 (Permalink)

We’re Faster to Any Size Disaster!

Water Removal Experts In Hicksville Describe The Value Of Quality Customer Service

One of the most common unexpected disasters that can occur inside your Hicksville home is a plumbing failure. Once one of your water pipes leak, several gallons of H2O can spill into your dwelling over a short period and cause you to have to conduct water removal. The quicker you can remove the moisture from the interior of your house is less likely mishaps like mold growth can occur.

When conducting water removal inside your Hicksville residence, it is wise to consult a professional restoration company such as SERVPRO. Sometimes moisture can get where it is not easily noticed and cause damage to your structural components. Our crew has the necessary tools of the trade and access to advanced technology to help us find and mitigate any problems you suffer after a plumbing failure. If you choose us to help you restore your home, we can work closely with you from start to finish.

One aspect that sets our SERVPRO team apart from other companies is our focus on customer service from your initial emergency call to the final walkthrough. We are available 24 hours a day and seven days a week, and once we receive your call, we begin helping you restore your home to the way it was before the leak, “Like it never even happened.”

During the first phone call, we start by getting as much information from you about what had happened. We can ask questions over the phone that will help our SERVPRO technicians better serve you when they arrive at your residence. We can also give you tips on steps you can take to assist with the process before our team comes.

Once we arrive at your home, we let you walk us through your house and show us what happened. After we listen to you and understand better what had happened, we start the initial inspection phase. During this step, we work closely with you, the homeowner, and describe to you what we are testing and why we are using our specialized instruments in the specific regions of your structure. Before we begin any work, we describe to you our estimate and what we think we can do to restore your home.

If you ever need professional assistance after a pipe leak, call SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview at (516) 733-1800 24/7. We’re Faster to Any Size Disaster.

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Why Call SERVPRO to Come to Your Hicksville Home After Water Damage?

2/14/2020 (Permalink)

We have the experience your home needs after a water incident takes place. Give us a call anytime at (516) 733-1800.

How Our SERVPRO Team Handles Water Disasters in Hicksville Homes

The last thing you want is added stress that water damage can put on your family. It is important to you that your household is a safe, clean environment that you can enjoy with your loved ones. Because of this, you should never take water infiltration lightly. Calling in our skilled technicians at SERVPRO gets you the results you need so that you can enjoy your daily activities.

Water damage in Hicksville can harm your flooring, carpets, and the subfloor that lies beneath. Rapid response is critical, so you need professionals on your side with tried and true methods for water removal and restoration.

SERVPRO provides a wide range of services to address water cleanup within your home. We have trained water damage restoration technicians (WRT) who have been certified by standards set forth with the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC.) We can get in quickly to assess the level of water damage and get to work to dry out your carpeting and the subfloor below. 

During a water loss incident, your carpets can lose adhesive strength once moisture penetrates the vapor barrier — the longer that you wait, the worse that the damage gets. Any long-term water contact facilitates permanent delamination of the fibers from the backing. The pad, if present, may or may not be salvageable. Often, it is more economical to remove the padding and replace it once the subfloor and carpet have been dried. SERVPRO technicians use the “float a carpet” method to dry it in place, without full removal. This entails freeing the edges from the tack strips and placing air movers, gently forcing warm air to increase the evaporation rate. The carpet appears to “float.”

Why Call SERVPRO?

We send in a crew to start the drying process by putting measures in place to remove all of the standing water from your floor. We bring in pumps and wet vacuums, then start setting up dehumidifiers and air movers to create the optimum environment for faster drying. 

Before wrapping up the restoration project, we use moisture sensor technology to locate any hidden moisture that could be lurking in your subfloors. The result is clean and dry flooring that is safe for you and your family to enjoy once again. 

Never let water damage in your home turn into a stressful and potentially hazardous situation. SERVPRO of Hicksville/Plainview is here to help! Give us a call at (516) 733-1800, and we will make it “Like it never even happened.”

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We Arrive As Quick As Possible To Begin Your Hicksville Water Damage Restoration

1/28/2020 (Permalink)

We are available 24/7to offer you emergency service and dispatch a well-equipped team of industry certified technicians to your home as quick we can.

Removing Refrigerator Water Damage from a Hicksville Kitchen

While New York homeowners know to be prepared for water damage, one appliance they may overlook as the culprit is the refrigerator. Whether a cracked gasket, faulty hoses, or an old ice maker allows for leakage, water damage can occur for quite a while before homeowners are aware of the issue. Consumer-grade cleaning products cannot fully address long-term damages that may have occurred to floors, walls, or nearby fixtures.

If your Hicksville home needs reliable water damage mitigation from experienced technicians, the IICRC-certified technicians at SERVPRO are ready to assist you. This team strives to restore your home quickly so you can enjoy a damage-free kitchen once more. No matter how big or the disaster may be, technicians can respond within hours of your call, even during evenings, weekends, and holidays. 

SERVPRO's Availability

SERVPRO operates 24/7 because disasters do not wait to occur during regular business hours. Whether you are in the US or Canada, there are over 1,700 locally owned and operated franchises waiting to serve you with professional mitigation services. Your local SERVPRO works with a variety of local organizations, including the following: 

• The Hicksville, Plainview/Old Bethpage, and Syosset Chambers of Commerce
• The Long Island Chapter of the US Green Building Council (USGBC-LI)
• The Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA)
• And many more

SERVPRO knows that serving the community does not stop at cleaning homes, and is a multi-pronged effort that requires cooperation, compassion, and dedication to excellent service.

SERVPRO Saves the Day

When SERVPRO technicians reach your home, the extraction process can begin almost immediately after evaluating the situation with the help of advanced moisture measurement technologies. If your flooring has been affected by a kitchen water leak, technicians can quickly remove delaminated or damaged tiles with the consent of homeowners and insurance adjusters. 

If the water has saturated your subfloor, technicians can position air movers and dehumidifiers so that the structure can be dried from underneath and prevent further warping or cupping. If your home requires further repairs after a disaster, SERVPRO works with licensed contractors to perform structural fixes quickly. 

SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview serves the community by being Faster To Any Size Disaster. Call (516) 733-1800 today for disaster cleanup service that you can count on every time.

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Hickville Homes Having Mold Infestations Are Best Served with SERVPRO's Remediation Service

9/26/2019 (Permalink)

You came to the right place for Mold Damage Remediation in the Hicksville Area

Why You Should Not DIY Cleanup Mold Damage in Your Hicksville Home

The first emotion most homeowners have when they hear they have a mold damage issue in their home is either shock or overwhelmed at the thought of what to do about it. Mold has a scary reputation, and many people fear it.

When SERVPRO technicians tackle mold damage in a Hicksville property, they know mold is a symptom of an equally significant issue. It takes very little for naturally occurring airborne spores to germinate, but the conditions must be right.

Why SERVPRO?
The technicians undergo extensive training in the restoration services industry as taught through The Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC). Once certified, they continue their education as advancements happen to stay on top of the latest technological breakthroughs.

Locating the Reason for Mold
When the SERVPRO technicians arrive on-site, they scope the property to discover the reason for the mold. Sometimes it is obvious, such as post-flood damage or not-so-obvious in the case of an inadequate ventilation system in the bathroom causing the steam from showers to collect in the attic. If there are issues that require repair setting the home up for mold infestations, the homeowner receives the cause plus solutions in a report compiled by SERVPRO.

Cleaning and Removal of Mold Damaged Items
Technicians examine both the structure and contents for signs of mold infestation. Non-porous items fare the best as they generally hold up to the cleaning methods required to eradicate mold from surfaces. Sheetrock and porous materials with mold growth are, unfortunately, often a loss. We try to preserve the drywall material rather than tear out and replace it whenever possible.

Careful Remediation Tactics
While each job for mold remediation has unique qualities, the technicians perform the safety precautions and processes in the same order. The prevention of cross-contamination, particularly of the ductwork is crucial. Containment is a standard procedure, as airborne mold spores have the potential to spread and germinate elsewhere in the home where conditions are ideal, meaning sufficient moisture or humidity. Technicians use air scrubbers to capture airborne spores and often used in tandem with negative air chambers to assist in stopping any further spore spreading during drying and the precise, manual removal of dried colonies.

SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview at (516) 733-1800 is available 24/7 to diagnose and remediate mold damage in local properties. They have specialized tools and knowledge to restore homes to their pre-mold condition and make it "Like it never even happened."

SERVPRO, Professional and Prompt Restoration Services for All of Hicksville

6/26/2019 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Provides Premier Equipment, Backed by Skilled Technicians for Comprehensive Restoration Services in Hicksville and the Nearby Areas

Why Outsourcing Restoration Services in Hicksville Residences Is a Smart Move  

There are so many things Hicksville homeowners do to avoid damage to their homes such as routine maintenance on plumbing, checking the gutters and roof regularly to ensure the winter storms have not left loose shingles or gutters behind. However, you cannot plan for the unexpected, and fires, water damage, and mold are reasons property owners seek out the help of a restoration services company.  

The most likely top two rooms in Hicksville homes with water damage are the kitchen and bathroom. Appliance failures such as hot water tanks and dishwashers are frequent sources of water spills in the house. It is vital to begin restoration efforts as quickly as possible to avoid secondary damages to the property and possessions.  

Whenever you have a water cleanup situation, if there is any indication migration of the water to hard-to-reach areas such as subflooring or within wall cavities, it is vital to outsource the task. SERVPRO technicians have both certifications and specialized water extraction equipment to remove any amount of excess moisture quickly.  

SERVPRO employees limit the loss through our use of the latest technology to detect all areas of heightened moisture in walls, ceilings, and floors, so we mitigate all water loss areas. Then we use our specialized extraction equipment and drying configurations such as floating carpeting that allows us to dry it in place, saving homeowners the cost of purchasing new carpeting.  

When Hicksville homeowners have fire damage and contact us for restoration services, we approach the situation with the highest degree of both professionalism and compassion. We know that the aftermath of a fire feels overwhelming and seeing fire debris can give the appearance that nothing is restorable.  

Our employees hold certifications as Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration Technicians (FSRT), and we follow the best practices for safe mitigation of both property and possessions after a fire loss. During the fire debris removal stage of cleanup, our technicians perform controlled demolitions as necessary to remove both charred building materials and contents. We also look for items in the home that have restoration potential through our proprietary cleaning techniques.  

Our fire cleanup methods include:

• Our fire cleanup methods include:
• Dry cleaning sponges to pick up smoke residue  and soot, so odors do not continue to spread
• Wet sponges for wiping away smoke and soot stains
• Containment to halt the spread of soot throughout the property
• Careful cleanout and debris removal
• Pack-out, when needed of home contents to our facility or on-site secure storage pod.

The final stage of fire damage mitigation involves smoke odor control. Our certified Odor Control Technicians (OCT) possess intense training for methods of removal of even deeply embedded smoke odors using equipment such as thermal foggers or hydroxyl generators that safely create UV rays to eliminate odor-causing particles at the molecular level.  

No one wants to hear they need mold remediation in their Hicksville property. Once found, the situation needs handling as quickly as possible. Mold colonies tend to spread rapidly once they set up home in areas that maintain excessive moisture and temperatures over 70 degrees. Common places in the home SERVPRO performs mold damage cleanup most often include basements, attics with poor ventilation or leaks and within walls around slow leaks.  

Our Applied Microbial Remediation Technicians (AMRT) specialize in the identification and remediation of mold damage. Containment is vital during this process to stop any further spread of spores in the home. When needed, we use industrial hygienists to test the air and identify areas where air quality is not optimum in the house.  Mold removal is not possible within a home as it occurs naturally both indoors and outside. The key is not to let conditions develop within the home that allows the spores to germinate and grow. Our goal is to identify the cause of the colony growth and inhibit those conditions in the future after our SERVPRO techs complete mold abatement efforts.

While the US average is 38 inches, this area of New York averages 44-inches of rain yearly, and flood damage in a Hicksville home is a threat in Nassau county year round. Many types of storm damage can happen such as hail damaged roofing, wind damage, and the weight of ice and snow can push gutters away, allowing rainwater and snowmelt into the home.  

The clock starts ticking when groundwater enters a home. The best course of action a homeowner can take is to remove items they can safely do so out of the way of the initial water intrusion and call for flood water cleanup assistance from SERVPRO.  

Groundwater is a category three biohazard, and for health and safety reasons, homeowners should avoid coming into contact with it. The general term used for this contaminated liquid is Black Water. SERVPRO technicians wear complete personal protection gear when mitigation this type of damage due to the potential for toxins, contaminants, and sewage. We have the equipment to extract both standing and embedded water quickly using our portable pumps and weighted extraction wands to push deep-seated water out of carpet and padding so we can dispose of it safely without the weight of saturation.

Our drying equipment is much more than fans blowing on wet surfaces to dry them. We use the science of psychrometrics in the set up of our powerful air movers. The high-velocity air driving over a surface lifts out moisture which dehumidification equipment removes from the area. Then after drying the room, we treat all surfaces with our professional anti-microbial formulas to inhibit the potential mold growth and pathogens from the Black Water.

Why SERVPRO? The majority of home disasters require professional restoration services, so secondary issues such as foul odors, mold, or structural damages do not occur. Our technicians undergo extensive training and follow the best practices guides of the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration (IICRC.) We follow these best practices to give property owners the outcomes they deserve from their loss through our exclusive cleaning and restoration methods.  

SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview is available 24/7 at (516) 733-1800 to assist homeowners with any restoration services needed. Our team proudly serves the local area and can handle damage from fire, water, mold or other home disaster and make it "Like it never even happened."

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Does your home or work place have a mold problem?

3/15/2019 (Permalink)

Does your home or work place have a mold problem?

Mold loves moisture and has a musty odor. When exposed to water, a little mold can grow into a large colony.

Mold spores can travel via air, entering your home or business through windows, doors, or HVAC piping.

Mold can be, and is, almost everywhere.

What should you do if you suspect there is mold in your property, or if you have an incident such as a leaking pipe or other flooding issue that may cause mold in carpet or drywall? First, don’t panic. Almost all in-home mold issues can be removed safely. SERVPRO has extensive experience in the identification, and removal of in-home mold issues and can not only clean and remove any mold you may have in your home, but can also restore, and reconstruct any areas that may have extensive mold infestation.

Certified and licensed mold remediation specialists like the ones at SERVPRO have the tools and training to get rid of mold in your home or business!

It’s Daylight Saving Time: Make Some Changes, for Safety’s Sake!

3/7/2019 (Permalink)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This weekend marks Daylight Saving Time. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) wants to remind everyone of the simple life-saving habit of changing the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Change the batteries when you change your clock! Daylight saving time starts at 2 a.m. Sunday March 11 when clocks are set ahead one hour.

It’s also the perfect opportunity for everyone to try to make a difference in reducing the more than 360,000 fires in homes each year. Did you know that there are roughly 2,200 deaths and 11,000 ER related injuries each year? Proper installation, operation, and maintenance of smoke alarms reduce the risk of property damage, injuries, and death. You can also install a smoke alarm that has a sealed-in battery that will last 10 years.

In addition to smoke alarms, CO alarms should also be checked this weekend. Carbon monoxide is the invisible killer—it’s a colorless, odorless gas and it can kill within minutes. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, just 42 percent of households report having a working carbon monoxide alarm. Changing the batteries in your smoke and CO alarms is the easiest way to ensure protection of your loved ones and your home in the event of a fire.

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Spring into action with these safety tips:

• CPSC recommends that smoke alarms be placed on every level of your home, outside sleeping areas and inside bedrooms.
• Install both photoelectric and ionization smoke alarms. Check out CPSC’s Good, Better, Best approach (pdf) to fire safety in your home.
• Carbon monoxide alarms should be installed on every level of the home and outside each sleeping area.
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms once a month to make sure they are working.
• Have a fire escape plan and practice it with your family.
• A smoke alarm can’t save lives if everyone doesn’t know what to do when it sounds. Have two ways to get out of each room and set a pre-arranged meeting place outside.
• Children and the elderly can sleep through the sound of a smoke alarm and not hear it go off, so a caregiver needs to be prepared to help others get out of the house.
•  And remember, once you are out of the house, stay out.

Do it for safety’s sake!

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products under the agency’s jurisdiction. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. CPSC is committed to protecting consumers and families from products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical or mechanical hazard. CPSC's work to help ensure the safety of consumer products - such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters and household chemicals -– contributed to a decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with consumer products over the past 40 years.

The SERVPRO Difference

3/5/2019 (Permalink)

Only The Best!

The People, Experience, Training and Equipment all come together to make it "Like it never even happened".

With over 10,000 quality teammates nationwide, SERVPRO professionals help to get your business back up and operating quickly.

SERVPRO brings over 40 years of experience in fire and water cleanup and restoration, more than anyone in the business.

SERVPRO Industries is an IICRC-approved school to ensure our training meets and exceeds accepted industry standards.

With 5,000,000 square feet of building space housing over 140,000 pieces of equipment, SERVPRO professionals have the resources to help you!

With each saved home, with each reopened business and with each satisfied client, SERVPRO's track record of excellence continues to grow.

When disaster strikes, let SERVPRO put it back together and make it "Like it never even happened."

Dealing with Fire Loss

11/9/2018 (Permalink)

When disaster strikes, severe fire damage can be the most devastating thing to happen to any property. As fire becomes an increasingly prevalent threat, insurance companies are constantly trying to cut corners on fire insurance claims in an attempt to save money. After a fire, you've most likely lost some personal belongings and areas of your home are completely destroyed. The last thing you need is a homeowners' insurance company giving you a hard time regarding your claim.

It is difficult enough to deal with replacing all your belongings that have been destroyed in the fire, then having to talk with an adjuster when you are not thinking clearly.

SERVPRO will work with your Insurance Company and coordinate our worked performed on the job site to make the payment process run moved smoothly.

Mold Strategy

11/7/2018 (Permalink)

Mold spores, invisible to the naked eye, can be found everywhere, both indoors and outdoors. Spores make their way into the home either through the air or after attaching to objects or people. Open windows, doorways and ventilation systems are all gateways through which spores can enter.

Mold will only grow if spores land somewhere that has the ideal conditions for growing - places with excessive moisture and a supply of suitable nutrients. If this does not happen, molds do not normally cause any problem at all.

Mold can often be found in areas where leakages and flooding have occurred and near windows where condensation builds up. Mold  it is usually visible and often produces a musty odor.

If you do not see visible mold. Then it is recommended to hire an Air quality Environmental to come to your home and do a concluded test.  Once the Environmentalist does his report and verifies that there is mold, that is when SERVPRO would come aboard to do the remediation. SERVPRO is Certified, Licensed & Insured  Mold Remediation Company.