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Be Storm Ready!

10/2/2023 (Permalink)

There are many different storm disasters that can strike when you're least prepared.  Whether its a flood, hurricane, blizzard, or even wildfires, any of these can give no warning before they hit.  The time to prepare for a disaster is not as it approaches, or even worse as its happening, the time is now! It does not matter where you live, you will be affected by a storm disaster at some point.  When these occur SERVPRO Burlington Twp./Mt. Holly is always ready to make it "Like it never even happened."  Here are some tips and information to have you prepared.

  • Know your risk. These means understanding what types of weather can affect you based on where you live and your environment.  Also check the forecast regularly, and learn about Wireless Emergency Alerts. Make sure your shelter plan includes all types of hazards.
  • Put together an emergency supply kit, and keep important valuables and papers in a safe dry place.
  • A few important items that should always be handy are: bottle water, non perishable food, flashlight, radio, first aid kit, extra clothing, and a whistle to signal for help are some of the necessities. 

It's always best to be prepared, so use these tips to get ready for the next big storm!

Inspect Your Fireplace!

9/29/2023 (Permalink)

It's almost that time of year again. Where the family is going to gather around the warm fireplace. But, before you throw those logs on and light it up, it's important to inspect that your fireplace and chimney are properly cleaned. If you're unsure when the last time your chimney was cleaned, you need SERVPRO of Burlington Twp./Mt. Holly!

During the spring and summer seasons, when your fireplace is not in use, a variety of things could build up in the chimney. Such as soot, leaves and sticks, or even a variety of critters! A chimney is a great place for birds, squirrels, and others to build there nests.

Always take a flashlight and do a self inspection to make sure your chimney schutte is clear of all debris. Even if you think you've done a sufficient cleaning, its always safe to have a professional come out an inspect it properly.

If you own a gas fireplace make sure all gas lines are tightly secured, and don't have any leaks. Although it may seem alright to leave it unattended, you should always turn it off when leaving your home or going to sleep. Fireplaces are nice and cozy, but if not properly cleaned and unattended to, they can become a huge fire risk for your home. SERVPRO of Burlington Twp./Mt. Holly is open 24/7, 365 days including holidays! 

6 Tips to Protect Your Burlington Home While on Vacation

7/20/2023 (Permalink)

Many people go on vacations during the summer months, leaving their properties unattended. SERVPRO is the #1 choice in restoration services to property owners, property managers, and vacation rental agencies. The need for routine inspections, maintenance, and restoration is very important to prevent any potential damage while the properties are vacant.

Here are some tips to make sure your property is taken care of while you’re relaxing! 

  • Secure doors and windows: Before leaving, double-check that all doors, windows, and entry points are securely locked. You don’t want water to make its way uninvited.
  • Inform trustworthy neighbors or friends about your vacation plans. Provide them with your contact information and ask them to keep an eye on your property. 
  • Maintain your property's exterior: Before leaving, ensure that your property's exterior is well-maintained. Trim trees and bushes, mow the lawn, and remove any potential hazards or debris that could cause damage during your absence.
  • Unplug non-essential appliances: To prevent electrical fires or power surges, unplug non-essential appliances, such as computers, TVs, and kitchen appliances. This also helps conserve energy while you're away.
  • Check water sources: Turn off the main water supply or shut off individual water valves to prevent leaks or flooding. Consider installing leak detection devices that can alert you to any water leaks or pipe bursts.
  • IF EMERGENCY OCCURS: Inform your security company and emergency contacts, such as SERVPRO of Burlington Twp./Mt. Holly. We are available 24/7.

Vacation is supposed to be a relaxing getaway from reality. Performing these tips and tricks will help your family have a stress-free trip!

9 Tips to Keeping Your Pets Safe

7/6/2023 (Permalink)

Saturday, July 15th is National Pet Fire Safety Day! It is important to include your furry family members into your emergency plan should a fire ever occur. You want to make sure they know their way out of the house during an emergency.

According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) in the United States, an estimated 500,000 pets are affected by house fires annually, with a significant number suffering injuries or losing their lives. Here are some tips to keeping your pets safe during a fire emergency:

  1. Develop a clear and well-rehearsed evacuation plan that includes your pets. designate a meeting point outside where everyone, including your pets, can gather safely.
  2. Display pet alert window stickers.
  3. Ensure that your pets wear collars with identification tags at all times.
  4. Pets can accidentally knock over candles, lamps, or space heaters, causing fires.
  5. Consider installing pet-specific fire alarms or detectors that can detect the unique frequencies of a pet's distress call.
  6. Take steps to minimize the risk of fires in your home. Don't leave pets unattended near open flames or hot appliances.
  7. Include essential supplies for your pets in an emergency kit, such as food, water, medications, and copies of vaccination records. Keep this kit easily accessible in case of an evacuation.
  8. Inform neighbors or nearby friends
  9. During a fire emergency, pets may become frightened and seek hiding spots. Be aware of their favorite hiding places and inform firefighters or rescue personnel about their likely locations. 

Show some love to your pets and make sure they are ready to escape during or following an emergency. Call SERVPRO Team Paparone immediately following any fire damage restoration services. We are HERE TO HELP® 24/7.

What Your Homeowners/Renters Insurance Covers

9/22/2022 (Permalink)

Do you live in Burlington Twp. NJ with renter’s insurance or homeowners insurance? Do you know what your insurance covers if you are hit with water damage?

No worries, SERVPRO of Burlington Twp./Mt. Holly has your back. Our partnership with State Farm has allowed our professionals to understand the ins and outs of insurance. Here is what renter’s insurance covers - in short, it covers all the things you own. 

Accidents - this includes objects damaging your property

Weather impacts - any damage resulting from a natural 

Malicious mischief - this includes vandalism, theft, riots, & vehicle damage

Loss of use - if your home or property is damaged and uninhabitable after a covered loss, living accommodations and expenses that accrue will be covered by this type of insurance.

According to Forbes and the Insurance Information Institution, every year about one in 50 homeowners file water damage claims, accounting for 29% of all homeowners insurance claims. It is important to be aware of what your insurance covers and the steps to take in the event of water damage.

SERVPRO of Burlington Twp./Mt. Holly takes pride in relieving stress from our customers and clients. Our professionals are equipped with the knowledge and resources to be the middle person between our business and their insurance claims.

Is You New Jersey Business Emergency Ready?

9/16/2022 (Permalink)

apartment hallway flooded by water heater Aftermath of a pipe bursting from a water heater

ARE YOU READY FOR WHATEVER HAPPENS?

No one plans for disasters, but that doesn’t mean you don’t have too. Partnering with SERVPRO of Burlington Twp./Mt. Holly, ensures you’re ready for whatever happens to your business or commercial property.

By preparing now, you demonstrate excellence in readiness planning by compiling a comprehensive information resource to use in case of a disaster. 

WHY SERVPRO’S EMERGENCY READY PLAN?

By having an immediate plan, you minimize potential business downtime when disaster strikes. Here’s why SERVPRO’s ERP is the way to go! 

  1. 50+ years in disaster recovery experience
  2. 2,000+ service provider locations
    1. This means there is a SERVPRO in your area within a two-hour distance
  3. 20,000+ SERVPRO Personnel
  4. No Retainer/Upfront Costs
    1. SERVPRO’s Emergency Ready Plan is completely free to utilize. We will come out to do a free assessment of your property while storing all the property information in one place.
  5. Largest Supply of Owned Equipment

Our Ready Plan is designed to be a start-up approach that provides critical information needed to begin mitigation and recovery services. 

If you and your business are interested in learning more about our ERP profile, please contact our offices at 609-326-3663.

Immediate Response is Crucial for Water Damage

9/16/2022 (Permalink)

Property damage doesn’t wait for regular business hours and neither do we. SERVPRO of Burlington Twp./Mt. Holly provides emergency cleanup and restoration services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week—including all holidays. No damage is too big or small for our team! 

Why is immediate response time crucial?

The short answer: to keep a bad situation from getting worse. In many cases an immediate response will help contain and minimize damage, thus reducing cleaning and restoration costs. The sooner the cleanup process starts, the better.

Here are a few immediate steps you can take to help speed up the process:

  1. Call your insurance company as soon as possible. Once you have filed a claim with your insurance company, SERVPRO of Langhorne/Bensalem can take it from there to determine next steps. 
  2. Call SERVPRO of Burlington Twp./Mt. Holly, who provides 24 hour, 7 days a week emergency service by having a network of strategically positioned storm teams on standby should a disaster strike near you.
  3. Document the damage by taking pictures or videos for the insurance claim. 
  4. Shut off the water source so no further damage is created.
  5. Turn off circuit breakers. 
  6. Don’t enter affected areas! 

Use technology such as alarms and/or smart home monitoring systems that can be managed and monitored even when you aren’t home!

What To Do Before, During and After Water Damage

9/16/2022 (Permalink)

We cannot control Mother Nature; when she hits Philadelphia, we need to make sure we are ready to go for whatever damage she leaves behind. We can’t control the weather but we can control what we do to prepare for the before, during and after water damage.

Here are the things you should do before, during and after water damage to make the remediation process easy for you.

BEFORE:

  • Make a list of all the things you own; furniture, clothing, valuables
  • Fill out a Family Emergency Plan (list of all emergency contacts), or if you are a business owner/property owner - fill out our Emergency Ready Plan.
  • Have a To-Go Bag that you can grab if you are rushing out in a hurry
  • Be aware of what your insurance company covers when damage unexpectedly hits your home or business

DURING:

  • Turn off water valves and electricity circuits 
  • Call you insurance company to file a claim
  • Stay away from any flood water whether it’s from a storm or a leaking pipe. You’re unfamiliar with where the water came from.
  • Call SERVPRO of Burlington Twp./Mt. Holly, give them the insurance claim number. After communicating with the insurance company, our crews will be dispatched out to your home to assess the situation and discuss next steps.

AFTER:

  • Depending on the damage will determine what happens after the damage is assessed by our professionals. We take pride in making sure the water damage remediation process is as smooth as possible for our customers. 

Flooding is the most common U.S. natural disaster, and New Jersey has one of the highest flooding rates of all states.

If your home or business is suffering from water damage, don’t hesitate to call SERVPRO of Society Hill now at 609-326-3663.

SERVPRO Hosts The First Responders College Bowl Game

9/16/2022 (Permalink)

It’s that time of year! Football season is upon us and SERVPRO hosts The First Responders College Bowl Game on December 27th in Dallas, Tx. SERVPRO takes pride in supporting their local first responders and SERVPRO of Society Hill is proud to be a part of that initiative. 

SERVPRO has been sponsoring the bowl game since 2014 and has given our franchises the opportunity to honor local first responders on a national level. Rick Isaacson, CEO of SERVPRO, said, “The SERVPRO First Responder Bowl is one way we celebrate these dedicated first responders and their families as the hometown heroes they are.” 

Each franchise will nominate a local first responder to be considered for special recognition at this year's game. One nominee will be selected to experience an all-expenses-paid trip to the game where they will be presented with an award. 

The SERVPRO First Responders Bowl also has a virtual Everyday Heroes Wall that honors these courageous people in our community. If you know someone who has committed to risking their lives every day, view the Everyday Heroes Wall page to submit a photo of your frontline hero!

7 Reasons to Choose SERVPRO of Burlington Twp./Mt. Holly

8/18/2022 (Permalink)

before and after photo of dining room with mold Before and after a house in Willingboro, NJ was damaged by mold

Believe it or not, mold is everywhere - inside and outside. It is tough to avoid mold but there are ways to prevent mold from growing. Response time to water damage is crucial; if not, you have a new tenant: mold.

Here are seven reasons to hire SERVPRO of Burlington Twp./Mt. Holly for your mold remediation needs.

1. EMERGENCY CONTACT
The stress level is heightened when mold is discovered and that’s why our team begins the process for you immediately during the first phone call. Our front office will ask a series of questions to decide next steps in the process.

2. INSPECTION AND MOLD DAMAGE ASSESSMENT
After we gather as much information as possible, our estimators will come out to assess the damage. We use advanced technology to help detect the severity of the damage and if there are any other hidden water damage. Our cleanup team is then contacted to schedule to come out as quickly as we can.

3. MOLD CONTAINMENT
Once our tech’s get out there, their first priority is to prevent the spread of mold by containing the damage to one area. They create a tented contrapment to dry out as much of the area as possible. They set up air movers, dehumidifiers, and cooling systems to dry out the water damage. This process could take up to 3 or more days to complete.

4. AIR FILTRATION
Serpvro of Burlington Twp./Mt. Holly uses equipment to help capture microscopic spores out of the air. Powerful air scrubbers and HEPA vacuums are brought in to prevent the spread of the spores.

5. REMOVING MOLD AND MOLD-INFESTED MATERIALS
This is where the demo comes into play. The demo of the affected area depends on the severity of the damage and the type of surface that is damaged. Our professionals are responsible for disposing of mold infested materials or cleaning them if considered salvageable.

6. CLEANING CONTENTS AND BELONGINGS
If it is determined that materials can be salvageable, our team will clean furniture, decorative items, curtains, clothing, etc. No job is too big or too small for our team!

7. RESTORATION
The last step but most important is the restoration process. Depending on the level of mold damage, dry wall, subfloors and other building materials may be removed. This could involve minor repairs or extensive reconstruction.

SERVPRO of Burlington Twp./Mt. Holly takes pride in making this process as stress free as possible for our customers. Mold may not be visible to the naked eye, so if you suspect mold in your home, inside or outside, call us today for an estimate!