Recent Storm Damage Posts
Winter Storm Preparedness: Prevent Frozen Water Pipes
11/15/2018 (Permalink)
Winter Storm Preparedness: Prevent Frozen Water Pipes
Pipes Freezing
A water damage during a winter storm usually happens when your pipes freeze. When water freezes, it turns into ice. As it turns into ice, the space that the water takes up in the pipe gets bigger. The bigger the expansion, the more pressure that is created inside the pipe. Some pipes may just get bent out of shape, but others will eventually break.
The pipes that are most likely to freeze are those outside the home that are exposed to the cold air.
Other vulnerable pipes are those indoors that don’t have access to heat, like those under your kitchen cabinets or in the garage.
How to Keep Pipes from Freezing
The best way to handle a water damage is to never let one happen. Although we have seen some pipes still burst even after precautions were taken place, the damage that resulted was considerably less. You can’t always prevent things from happening, but you can always be prepared.
- Before temperatures reach freezing, insulate exposed and vulnerable pipes. You can do this by installing pipe sleeves or even wrapping the pipes with newspaper.
- Close the garage door to prevent cold air from coming in.
- Open kitchen and bathroom cabinets to allow warm air to circulate around the pipes.
- Keep your home heated above 55 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Keep an eye on the weather forecast. Are freezing temperatures coming your way?
Still Need Water Damage Services?
If your pipes freeze and you have a water damage, give us a call immediately. A water damage that is not taken care of within 48 hours has a high probability of causing mold damage.
- Don’t delay. Call us as soon as you notice your water damage. The longer water stands in a structure, the more it will soak into the floors and walls of your home. As soon as you call, we will schedule a crew of technicians to travel to your home and begin remediation.
- Cut off the water source, if possible.
- Get contents off the floor. Many homeowners rush to put down towels to stop the water flow, and that’s okay. Towels can easily be cleaned at our cleaning facility if need be. What you want to look out for are small fragile textiles or objects on the floor that can be damaged by water. Examples include rugs, shoes, and anything else that is light enough for you to carry.
- Begin documentation. Take pictures where you see the water coming from. Then, take pictures of all the affected areas. Make note of the time this is taking place. While our technicians will also take the same documentation, it's important to start documenting as soon as possible to prove your loss to your insurance company.
Water Damage Remediation Process
24 Hour Emergency
As soon as you see the signs of a water damage, give us a call. You can reach us anytime of the day or night at 802-655-7797.
Water Damage Certification
Trust a company with trained and experienced technicians. Our employees begin their career with us by first passing the SERVPRO water mitigation training. Then, they advance to earn their IICRC Water Damage Certification. The IICRC is an independent certification body for the restoration industry and a trusted leader in water damage training.
Our technicians are trained and ready to help you now. We are the water damage restoration experts you can trust.
Trusted Leader in Water Damage Restoration in Colchester Vermont
SERVPRO of Winooski/Stowe is a water damage restoration and fire and smoke damage restoration company locally owned and operated in Vermont. Our current location opened its doors 11 years ago.
Our crews are available 24 hour emergencies every day of the year. We can be reached 24/7 at 802-655-7797. Call us anytime!
Faster to Every Disaster
10/17/2018 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Winooski/Stowe specializes in storm and flood damage restoration. Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.
Faster Response
Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.
Resources to Handle Floods and Storms
When storms hit anywhere in Vermont we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of 1,750 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States.
Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today 802-655-7797.
When Storms or Floods hit, SERVPRO is ready!
7/30/2018 (Permalink)
Our highly trained crews are ready to respond 24/7 to storm or flood damage.
SERVPRO of Winooski/Stowe specializes in storm and flood damage restoration. Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.
Faster Response
Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.
Resources to Handle Floods and Storms
When storms hit anywhere in the 802, we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States.
Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today 802-655-7797 or 802-253-0008
Storm Damage Services
11/1/2017 (Permalink)
WIND STORM HITS VERMONT
The past several days have been challenging for many local property owners throughout Vermont. When something like this happens, you don’t have to face it alone. Choose storm remediation services you can trust with SERVPRO of Winooski/Stowe. Temporary power, temporary heat, water extraction, structural drying, tree removal and temporary board ups to name a few. If you have experienced damage resulting from a storm we are here to help.
When you hire SERVPRO of Winooski/Stowe that specializes in addressing emergency issues, you can rest assured that your property is getting the professional treatment it needs to get back into the shape it was prior to disaster striking.
We work primarily in the following counties:
• Chittenden County
• Franklin County
• Grand Isle County
• Lamoille County
• Washington County
If you don’t see your county listed here please Contact Us to see if we are able to service your area.
Give us a call... you'll be glad you did!!
Storm Damage Emergency Tips
10/24/2017 (Permalink)
This flooded basement was caused by a recent rain storm.
What you can do until help arrives
After any water damage situation, your primary focus should be safety first:
- Is it safe to stay in the house?
- Electrical and "slip and fall" hazards are some of the most prevalent concerns.
- Only do activities that are safe for you to perform.
- Wet materials can be VERY heavy. Be careful!
Have A Water Damage Emergency? Call (802) 655-7797
What To Do After Flooding
- Remove excess water by mopping and blotting.
- Wipe excess water from wood furniture after removal of lamps and tabletop items.
- Remove and prop wet upholstery and cushions.
- Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
- Turn air conditioning on for maximum drying in summer.
- Remove colored rugs from wet carpeting.
- Remove art objects to a safe, dry place.
- Gather loose items from floors.
What NOT To Do After Flooding
- Don't leave wet fabrics in place. Hang furs and leather goods.
- Don't leave books, magazines or other colored items on wet carpet or floors.
- Don't use your household vacuum to remove water.
- Don't use television or other household appliances.
- Don't turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet, and keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging.
Storm Damage Cleanup
9/27/2017 (Permalink)
Always available, always ready to help.
Storm Damage Cleanup and Restoration
Storm and flood damage can be devastating. Immediate action is needed, and you need the company with storm damage experience. SERVPRO Franchise Professionals have the expertise and the resources to handle any size disaster and can respond immediately to storm and flooding conditions.
Have Storm or Flood Damage?
Call Us Today 1-802-655-7797
SERVPRO Franchise Professionals
Why Choose a SERVPRO Franchise Professional?
They’re Faster to Any Size Disaster
SERVPRO Franchise Professionals are dedicated to responding immediately to water and storm damage emergencies. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces cost.
They're Highly Trained Water Damage Specialists
They specialize in water and storm damage restoration, the cornerstone of our business. SERVPRO Franchise Professionals have extensive water damage restoration training that enables them to get you back to normal.
- Water Damage Restoration Technician
- Applied Structural Drying Technicians
They Have the Resources to Handle Storms and Disasters
SERVPRO Franchise Professionals have a national network of over 1,700 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Team strategically located throughout the country.
Regardless of the Storm Damage, They Can Help
Storms occur with little warning and can be especially devastating, so you’ll need the company that you can trust to rise to the occasion. Regardless of the type of storm, SERVPRO Franchise Professionals can handle any size disaster. During catastrophic storms and major events, our Disaster Recovery Team can respond quickly with additional resources.
DON'T WAIT. COMMUNICATE. MAKE YOUR EMERGENCY PLAN TODAY.
9/1/2015 (Permalink)
September is National Preparedness Month. This year’s theme is “Don’t Wait. Communicate. Make Your Emergency Plan Today.” Each week will focus on a different type of emergency and how you and your family can prepare. Don’t forget to be counted by adding your preparedness activity to the America’s PrepareAthon! website www.ready.gov/prepare.
• Week 1: September 1-5 Flood
• Week 2: September 6-12 Wildfire
• Week 3: September 13-19 Hurricane
• Week 4: September 14-26 Power Outage
• Week 5: September 27-30 Lead up to National PrepareAthon! Day (September 30)
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