Recent Storm Damage Posts

Flooded Basement

10/17/2023 (Permalink)

Flood Damage Restoration

With weather becoming more volatile because of climate change, flooding is a growing problem in the Bay area . Homes and businesses not hit by floods in the past can suddenly be inundated by water from water courses or surcharging sewers.

SERVPRO Of Mountain View, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills provides emergency flood water pumping and removal, flood clean-up and waste removal, building drying and flood water building restoration. Our expert services, developed over many years of service, 

Speed is essential in responding to flood incidents. Our experienced and trained specialist teams can be with you straight away. We can then work with you professionally and sensitively through every step of the flood recovery process.

Contact SERVPRO Of Mountain View Los Altos Los Altos Hills about flood damage cleaning: 650-770-2992

Who We Work With?

As one of the United States leading flood clean-up specialists, we work with commercial and industrial businesses, utility companies, and homeowners to deliver flood recovery support.

Organizations we have helped after floods including churches, government buildings, colleges, home care, supermarkets and other retailers, sports clubs, social housing landlords and local authorities, as well as private homeowners.

During the flood recovery process, we also work closely with and on behalf of insurance companies, and loss assessors, and building surveyors and contractors so flood damage is properly identified and repaired. Our expertise is invaluable to these agencies in assessing what can be saved and what needs to be replaced.

Related SERVPRO Of Mountain View, Los Altos Services

  1. Fire and smoke damage cleaning
  2. Water Damage Restoration 
  3. Sewage cleaning
  4. MOLD Removal and clean up.
  5. Bio Cleanup.
  6. Trauma clean up.
  7. Mold Remediation

Flood Damage Clean-Up Process

Once a building has been safely evacuated, SERVPRO Of Mountain View Los Altos Los Altos Hills work can begin to restore your premises to full operation again. We will first pump all flood water out of the building, using a vacuum tanker if necessary, and assess remaining damage.

Our specialist flood waste teams will then remove all irreparably damaged stock, equipment and room furnishings. Being flooded is a traumatic experience. We always work sensitively and sympathetically with property owners. Nothing is removed without full approval.

Your building will be extensively cleaned with our specialist equipment and professionally inspected for structural damage. The building will then by dried in a carefully planned process to suppress mold and mildew growth and prevent further damage during the drying process.

SERVPRO Of mountain View Los Altos Los Altos Hills use sophisticated professional dryers and dehumidifiers managed in a way that accelerates the drying process while protecting your building. We can also carry out disinfection processes, such as fogging, to eliminate bad odors and bacteria.

Flood Damage Clean Up and Restoration

We offer our flood damage clean up and restoration services across the Bay Area At SERVPRO of Mountain View, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills we have a highly skilled team who specialize in flood damage restoration for both residential and commercial properties.

Storm Restoration

7/6/2022 (Permalink)

Storm Restoration Process

Violent weather such as storm damage can wreak havoc on buildings as well as vegetation. Wind damage can be a hazard to the structure of a building, by loosening the shingles or tiles on the roof. This can cause moisture such as rain and snow to infiltrate into the protective surface of the roof, which will result in the wood swelling and later on disintegration and becoming moldy. This outcome will lead to a sagging ceiling and further problems. Elements such as wind, rain, hail, and lightning can result in turning people’s lives upside down, this is why having a storm damage restoration service to help this type of emergency is a good option.

Here are some of the activities you can expect from the storm restoration service professionals of SERVPRO Of Mountain View.

  • Whether it is a business or residence, the SERVPRO Of Mountain View will come to your property and their trained experts will do a thorough examination of the interior and exterior of your building. This will help them discover the level of the damage. In many cases, the restoration company will discuss the renovation plans with you and your insurance adjuster.
  • When everything is agreed upon, the work begins. Depending on what type of damage is present, this will determine the type of equipment the professional will use. In the case of flooding, they will use specialized pumps and vacuums to remove water from the affected areas.
  • Generators will be brought in to operate their dehumidifiers and air movers so mold and mildew do not have a change to make matters worse. Using customized cleaners, the specialist will then disinfect hard surfaces and shampoo salvageable carpets as well as apply deodorant to combat any odors.

If contacted in time, SERVPRO Of Mountain View company will be able to rescue your building from greater structural issues.

As you can see, when you suffer from natural disasters, the storm damage restoration process is something that our experts Techs can handle.  

If you've recently suffered from storm damage and are looking for storm damage repair or water damage restoration,
. SERVPRO of Mountain View, Los Altos has the experience in Wind, fire and water/freeze storm events. We have the knowledge and expertise, as well as, the state-of-the-art equipment to handle any storm event that may come our way in the near future. If you experience a storm event due to wildfires, heavy rains or gusty winds.
For more information on any of our services get in touch with our customer service team by calling us @ 6507702992. Let’s work together to allow you and your business to benefit from  more secure environment..

Famously Known when it comes to a Disaster

7/6/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Mountain View , Los Altos provides professional restoration services in response to your residential or commercial emergency. Whether you need fire damage restoration, water damage restoration, or mold remediation, we have the expertise and resources to quickly restore your property to preloss condition. We also offer carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, and air duct cleaning services.

When a disaster strikes your home or business, you need a cleanup crew with training and experience to handle the job safely and efficiently. Your property is too precious to trust just any company with the cleanup. SERVPRO of Mountain View , Los Altos specializes in fire, water and mold damage restoration as well as a variety of additional services that we can perform after a disaster strikes. We have the training, equipment and expertise to handle jobs of all sizes — from small spills at home to large-scale commercial jobs.

Fire Damage Restoration Services

Nothing is worse than returning home from a long day at work or school to find that your house has been damaged by fire. Fire damage can be devastating for you and your family - that’s why we offer 24 hour emergency service 7 days a week - including holidays. When you call us, we will be there fast with our trained professionals ready to begin work immediately on

When disaster strikes, we're ready to respond

7/6/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Mountain View , Los Altos offers professional flood restoration services to help you and your family return to normal after a storm. We have the training, experience, and equipment to clean up after a wide variety of catastrophes. Whether it’s water damage from firefighting operations, sudden heavy rains, or just a leaky pipe, our cleanup crews are trained to handle all types of residential and commercial water removal.

We also provide fire damage restoration services in the Mountain View , Los Altos area. If you have a fire loss, we have the skills and expertise to restore your property back to pre-fire condition. The fire and water damage technicians at our company are IICRC certified and receive ongoing training so that they are always up-to-date on the newest techniques and technologies. Our certifications include:

MART (Structural Drying and Remediation Technician)

Certified Mold Assessment Technician (CAMT)

Certified Mold Remediation Technician (CMRT)

Water Damage Restoration Technician

When disaster strikes, we're ready to respond 24/7 with the training, experience and equipment that's needed to restore your property. Our highly trained team will handle everything from water extraction to mop up, debris removal, drying or deodorizing, carpet cleaning, contents cleaning and personal property restoration. Call us at (650) 770-2992 now!

SERVPRO of Mountain View / Los Altos provides 24-hour emergency service - 365 days a year - including weekends / holidays. We offer FREE estimates on all jobs! Our average response time is less than an hour, not including normal business hours.

SERVPRO of Mountain View has advanced equipment and highly trained professionals

7/6/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Mountain View, Los Altos is a locally owned and operated business. We have the experience to handle any restoration or cleaning job you may have. Our highly trained technicians are ready to respond with 24-hour emergency service.

We provide 24/7 Emergency Service, Disaster Recovery, Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration, Mold Remediation, Storm Damage Restoration and more...

SERVPRO of Mountain View, Los Altos specializes in water damage restoration and fire damage restoration. Our certified technicians respond quickly to commercial and residential disasters. They have the training and equipment to handle large commercial disasters as well as smaller water or fire damage situations. We use scientific equipment so we can pinpoint where the problem is for more accurate repair work.

SERVPRO of Mountain View has advanced equipment and highly trained professionals who can restore your property back to preloss condition using cleaning methods recommended by scientists at the University of Cincinnati. These methods include critical environmental testing, air scrubbers in ventilation systems, fogging mold growths with biocides, antimicrobial treatments for hard surfaces and construction of negative air pressure containment units for all affected materials and contents inside affected structures at no cost to our clients or their insurance companies!

How to Prepare for Storm

10/4/2021 (Permalink)

Storm damage, "Like it never even happened." How to Prepare for Storm

A storm is a period of violent weather defined as: 

  • Wind speeds with gusts of at least 48 knots (55mph)* or; 
  • Torrential rainfall at a rate of at least 25mm per hour or; 
  • Snow to a depth of at least one foot (30 cm) in 24 hours or; 
  • Hail of such intensity that it causes damage to hard surfaces or breaks glass 

How to prevent it? 

You can take a number of precautions to prepare for bad weather, such as storms or floods: 

  • A substantial amount of damage occurs because buildings are poorly maintained. On a practical level much can be done to reduce damage by ensuring your property is well maintained and any issues such as loose roof tiles are fixed.   
  • Make sure you have emergency contact numbers for your insurer, local authority and utility companies to hand in a safe waterproof place. 
  • Listen out for bad weather warnings on local radio and TV. 
  • Make sure any unsecured items, like ladders in gardens, that can cause damage in high winds are secured. 
  • If you have a car, try and move it away from where flooding is expected. 
  • If you are in a flood risk area try to move valuable or essential items upstairs or to a high place. 
  • Keep a mobile phone with you. 
  • Check if it is safe to use electricity, gas and water supplies. 

What to do if it happens? 

If you have suffered storm damage to your property or contents you should: 

  • Do not do anything that will put you or your household at risk. 
  • Only return to your home or business after a storm when it is safe to do so. 
  • Contact your property insurer as soon as possible. Most will have 24-hour emergency  help lines, which can give advice on next steps and arrange repairs as quickly as possible. 
  • If necessary, arrange temporary emergency repairs to stop any damage getting worse. Tell your insurer and keep any receipts, as this will form part of your claim. 
  • Do not be in a rush to throw away damaged items, unless they are a danger to health, as these may be able to be repaired or restored. Your insurer will advise. 
  • It can take weeks, sometimes months for a property to fully dry out so do not be in a rush to redecorate. Your insurer can give you advice. 

 . SERVPRO of Mountain View, Los Altos has the experience in Windstorm fire and water/freeze storm events. We have the knowledge and expertise, as well as, the state of the art equipment to handle any storm event that may come our way in the near future. If you experience a storm event due to wildfires, heavy rains or gusty winds, call SERVPRO of Mountain View, Los Altos for assistance in any size disaster - (650)770-2992! 

Storm Damage Restoration Process

10/4/2021 (Permalink)

Storm Restoration Services storm damage repair or water damage cleanup, 

Storm Damage Restoration Process

Violent weather such as storm damage can wreak havoc on buildings as well as vegetation. Wind damage can be a hazard to the structure of a building, by loosening the shingles or tiles on the roof. This can cause moisture such as rain and snow to infiltrate into the protective surface of the roof, which will result in the wood swelling and later on disintegration and becoming moldy. This outcome will lead to a sagging ceiling and further problems. Elements such as wind, rain, hail, and lightning can result in turning people’s lives upside down, this is why having a storm damage restoration service to help this type of emergency is a good option.

Here are some of the activities you can expect from the storm restoration service professionals of SERVPRO Of Mountain View.

  • Whether it is a business or residence, the SERVPRO Of Mountain View will come to your property and their trained experts will do a thorough examination of the interior and exterior of your building. This will help them discover the level of the damage. In many cases, the restoration company will discuss the renovation plans with you and your insurance adjuster.
  • When everything is agreed upon, the work begins. Depending on what type of damage is present, this will determine the type of equipment the professional will use. In the case of flooding, they will use specialized pumps and vacuums to remove water from the affected areas.
  • Generators will be brought in to operate their dehumidifiers and air movers so mold and mildew do not have a change to make matters worse. Using customized cleaners, the specialist will then disinfect hard surfaces and shampoo salvageable carpets as well as apply deodorant to combat any odors.

If contacted in time, SERVPRO Of Mountain View company will be able to rescue your building from greater structural issues.

As you can see, when you suffer from natural disasters, the storm damage restoration process is something the experts can handle.  

If you've recently suffered from storm damage and are looking for storm damage repair or water damage restoration ,
. SERVPRO of Mountain View, Los Altos has the experience in Wind, fire and water/freeze storm events. We have the knowledge and expertise, as well as, the state of the art equipment to handle any storm event that may come our way in the near future. If you experience a storm event due to wildfires, heavy rains or gusty winds, call SERVPRO of Mountain View, Los Altos for assistance in any size disaster - (650)770-2992! 

Severe Weather

7/21/2021 (Permalink)

Picture showing a body of water, buildings and mountains explaining the effects of global warming Global Warming Consequences

Our climate is changing rapidly due to global warming and the chances of severe weather drastically increasing. This change will lead to higher temperatures and more heat waves causing more droughts and wildfires. The raising temperatures also cause faster evaporation which results in stronger storms. Because SERVPRO is nationwide, many of us have seen and been a part of the storm event in the past few years. SERVPRO of Mountain View, Los Altos has the experience in fire and water/freeze storm events. We have the knowledge and expertise, as well as, the state of the art equipment to handle any storm event that may come our way in the near future. If you experience a storm event due to wildfires, heavy rains or gusty winds, call SERVPRO of Mountain View, Los Altos for assistance in any size disaster - (650)770-2992! 

Fire season is here - be informed

7/13/2021 (Permalink)

Wildfire behind a house California wildfires 2021

The fire season is back and could be in your backyard before you are ready. Informing yourself of how close the fire danger is and preparing for it could save your life and your home.

Here are some sites to keep yourself informed and your family safe:

California wildfire map

CAL FIRE
Fire.ca.gov

Air quality information

EPA & partners
Airnow.gov

Wildfire preparedness & safety information

CAL FIRE
Readyforwildfire.org

Wildfire safety tips & information

FEMA
Ready.gov/wildfires

Wildfire response resources

Cal OES
Wildfirerecovery.caloes.ca.gov

Response.ca.gov

However, if wildfires do get to your backyard and affect your home or business, don't hesitate to call SERVPRO of Mountain View, Los Altos for fire, smoke and soot restoration service! Call us at (650) 770-2992.

When Storms or Floods hit Mountain View/Los Altos/Los Altos Hills, SERVPRO is ready!

7/13/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Mountain View, Los Altos 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 Mountain View, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, 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 (650) 770-2992

Are YOU ready for a big earthquake?

7/13/2021 (Permalink)

House collapsed after an earthquake Don't forget to get Earthquake Insurance!

In the past few months, numerous earthquakes occurred in San Francisco and other parts of California state. 

Although we may not exactly know when the next big earthquake will hit the Bay Area, but we know that it will happen. Unfortunately, it is most likely that the earthquake will take us by surprise.

What you can do is to make sure your house is safe and your emergency kit is ready.

Making your house earthquake safe:

  • Fit gas appliances with flexible connections and/or a breakaway gas shut-off device, or install a main gas shut-off device.
  • Secure water heater(s) to walls.
  • Anchor bookcases and filing cabinets to walls.
  • Install latches on drawers and cabinet doors to keep contents from spilling out.
  • Install ledge barriers on shelves, place heavy items on lower shelves, and secure large, heavy items and breakables directly to shelves.
  • Attach computers and small appliances to desks, tables or countertops.
  • Secure ceiling lights, suspended ceilings and other hanging items such as chandeliers and plants to the permanent structure of your house.
  • Apply safety film to windows and glass doors.
  • Anchor large appliances to walls using safety cables or straps. Lock the rollers of any large appliances or pieces of furniture.

More information could be found here.

A basic emergency supply kit could include the following recommended items:

  • Water (one gallon per person per day for several days, for drinking and sanitation)
  • Food (at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food)
  • Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert
  • Flashlight
  • First aid kit
  • Extra batteries
  • Whistle (to signal for help)
  • Dust mask (to help filter contaminated air)
  • Plastic sheeting and duct tape (to shelter in place)
  • Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties (for personal sanitation)
  • Wrench or pliers (to turn off utilities)
  • Manual can opener (for food)
  • Local maps
  • Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery

More information could be found here.