Has your home been effected by water damage?

4/10/2024 (Permalink)

Caused by freezing temps

Do you know that water damage claims are the most common type of property damage claim in the United States? SERVPRO of Norfolk witnessed firsthand the damage water can do to a structure. Here is a water damage timeline from our website that describes the process:

Within Minutes

• Water quickly spreads throughout your property, saturating everything in its path.
• Water is absorbed into walls, floors, upholstery, and belongings.
• Furniture finishes may bleed, causing permanent staining on carpets.
• Photographs, books, and other paper goods start to swell and warp.

Hours 1 - 24:

• Drywall begins to swell and break down.
• Metal surfaces begin to tarnish.
• Furniture begins to swell and crack.
• Dyes and inks from cloth and paper goods spread and stain.
• A musty odor appears.

48 Hours to 1 Week:

• Mold and mildew may grow and spread.
• Doors, windows, and studs swell and warp.
• Metal begins to rust and corrode.
• Furniture warps and shows signs of mold.
• Paint begins to blister.
• Wood flooring swells and warps
• Serious biohazard contamination is possible.

Call Us Today!

Water damage can happen at any time, that's why SERVPRO of Norfolk technicians are on-call 24-hours a day to respond to water damage emergencies in Wayne. Call us today at 402-370-2460. We’ll restore your water damage, “Like it never even happened.”

Franchises are Independently Owned and Operated.

Has your home or business been effected by fire or smoke?

4/10/2024 (Permalink)

Recent house fire

Smoke damage in Northeast Nebraska

My electric stovetop malfunctioned and sent an arc of electricity up into the kitchen cabinets, starting a fire. There was smoke and soot damage all over the kitchen, and it spread into other areas of the house, too. My neighbor told me to call SERVPRO of Norfolk, and I’m glad I did!

They sent a team out right away and inspected the damage. They reviewed the options with me and came up with a plan for cleaning and restoring the damage. They contacted my insurance adjuster and immediately went to work. The technicians pretested everything before cleaning to determine the best cleaning method to use.

SERVPRO® Cleaning Methods

• Dry Cleaning - used for cleaning light residues or to pre-clean before wet cleaning
• Wet Cleaning - an effective cleaning method for removing moderate to heavy residues
• Spray and Wipe - effective for items that can’t withstand wet cleaning
• Foam Cleaning - used for upholstery fabrics that might shrink or bleed if wet cleaned
• Abrasive Cleaning - involves agitation of the surface being cleaned
• Immersion Cleaning - contents are dipped into a bath of the cleaning product

Call Us Today!

When you need fire damage restoration services for your Norfolk home or commercial business, SERVPRO of Norfolk is Here to Help. ® Our technicians are on-call 24-hours a day to respond to fire damage emergencies. Call us today at 402-370-2460. We’ll restore your fire damage in Pierce, “Like it never even happened.”

Franchises are Independently Owned and Operated.

Our customers say it best!

4/10/2024 (Permalink)

At SERVPRO of Norfolk keeping our customers happy is key to our success. In everything we do, we put the needs of our customers first. Here is a recent customer testimonial that demonstrates this: 

“I had to get the carpets cleaned before I could put my house on the market. I called SERVPRO of Norfolk and they were there the next day, cleaned the carpets as if I had just laid new carpeting that day.

They were very professional, called me when they were on their way, I gave them the key code to the door they let themselves in, did the work and then let me know when they were leaving. I will call on them again to do any carpet cleaning in my home! SERVPRO® was thorough, professional, and courteous!” Bradly in Wayne, NE 

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When you need emergency property damage services for your Stanton home or business, SERVPRO of Norfolk is Here to Help®. Our technicians are on-call 24-hours a day to respond to property damage emergencies. Call us today at 402-370-2460. We’ll restore your property damage, “Like it never even happened.” 

Franchises are Independently Owned and Operated. 

Dou you have mold in your home?

4/10/2024 (Permalink)

Microscopic mold spores naturally occur almost everywhere, both outdoors and indoors. This makes it impossible to remove all mold from a home or business. Therefore, mold remediation reduces the mold spore count back to its natural or baseline level. If you see visible mold, do not disturb it. You can inadvertently spread mold infestation throughout your home or business. When mold is disturbed, the mold can release microscopic mold spores which become airborne and can circulate inside your home or business.

Consider the following mold facts:

• Mold is present almost everywhere, indoors and outdoors.
• Mold spores are microscopic and float along in the air and may enter your home or business through windows, doors, or AC/heating systems or even hitch a ride indoors on your clothing or a pet.
• Mold spores thrive on moisture. Mold spores can quickly grow into colonies when exposed to water. These colonies may produce health effects.
• Before mold remediation can begin, any sources of water or moisture must be addressed. Otherwise, the mold may return.
• Mold often produces a strong, musty odor and can lead you to possible mold problem areas.
• Even higher-than-normal indoor humidity can support mold growth. Keep indoor humidity below 45 percent.

If your home or business has a mold problem, we can inspect and assess your property and use our specialized training, equipment, and expertise to remediate your mold infestation.

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – SERVPRO of Norfolk 402-370-2460

Get serious about air system filtration in Norfolk

4/5/2023 (Permalink)

Dirty air filtration system?

Just as the surfaces in your home become dirty over time, so can your air ducts. Change air filters every month to ensure your family is breathing clean, fresh, healthy air. Air filters can trap pollutants such as pet dander, dust mites, and tobacco smoke. They work by forcing air through a fine mesh that traps those harmful particles. While they cost more, use HEPA filters if possible – they’re designed to be even better at catching the tiniest particles of dust, dander, and indoor allergens. Dirty air ducts can contribute to serious health issues, especially for those with respiratory conditions, auto-immune disorders, or asthma and allergies. Once dander, dust, mold, etc. enter our homes our HVAC system recirculates them an average of five to seven times per day. Having your air ducts properly cleaned this spring can greatly improve your indoor air quality and reduce health problems for you and your family. If you want to get the job done right, call on your local SERVPRO of Norfolk team. We have technicians on staff with advanced training and certification in HVAC system cleaning. We’re required to follow higher standards, ensuring that contaminants are removed at the source.

Fire Damage in Clarkson

4/3/2023 (Permalink)

Fire clean-up is done, now for the smoke damage cleaning.

SERVPRO is Here to Help during this time of need

Northeast Nebraska residents know they can count on us when they need help with any of their fire or smoke damage needs. No one likes to think that a house or business fire will happen to them. Nor does anyone want to think about how it will impact the home or business. SERVPRO of Norfolk was there to answer the call for a homeowner in need of help after they had an electrical fireplace fire in their home. This is a reminder to our customers that we are specialists in fire mitigation and cleaning services. We adhere to the highest cleaning standards.

Specialized Training

We are prepared to clean up after any fire or smoke damage that your home or business might have. We have years of experience in dealing with fire mitigation and restoration. We will go beyond the scope of work that a regular contractor or cleaning company would perform.

Kitchen

Electrical

Space heaters

Furnace malfunction

Specialized Products

We’re a SERVPRO® location that is located right here in Northeast Nebraska, and we have the equipment and training you would find at a large, thriving company. There are multiple products in the SERVPRO product line that carry the EPA-approved. We’ll clean any structure and personal contents that may have been affected in the fire or smoke damage.

We are here for you 24/7  

If you have fire or smoke damage due to heating malfunction or other issues, call the experts today – [SERVPRO of Norfolk, 402-370-2460]

Niobrara Community Hall Water Damage

4/3/2023 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Norfolk provided water damage service to the Niobrara Community Hall

Water emergencies don’t wait for regular business hours and neither do we. SERVPRO of Norfolk provides emergency cleaning services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week—including all holidays.

Faster To Any Size Disaster

Water quickly spreads throughout this local Community Hall in Niobrara and the water was absorbed into the floors, walls, furniture, and more. SERVPRO of Norfolk arrived quickly and started the water extraction process immediately. This immediate response helps to minimize the damage and the cleaning.

Need Emergency Service? Call Us 24/7 – SERVPRO of Norfolk 402-370-2460

Water Damage Timeline

Within Minutes

• Water quickly spreads throughout your property, saturating everything in its path.
• Water is absorbed into walls, floors, upholstery, and belongings.
• Furniture finishes may bleed, causing permanent staining on carpets.
• Photographs, books, and other paper goods start to swell and warp.

Hours 1 - 24:

• Drywall begins to swell and break down.
• Metal surfaces begin to tarnish.
• Furniture begins to swell and crack.
• Dyes and inks from cloth and paper goods spread and stain.
• A musty odor appears.

48 Hours to 1 Week:

• Mold and mildew may grow and spread.
• Doors, windows, and studs swell and warp.
• Metal begins to rust and corrode.
• Furniture warps and shows signs of mold.
• Paint begins to blister.
• Wood flooring swells and warps.
• Serious biohazard contamination is possible.

More Than 1 Week:

• Restoration time and cost increase dramatically; replacing contaminated materials and structural rebuilding may be extensive.
• Structural safety, mold growth, and biohazard contaminants pose serious risks to occupants.

About SERVPRO of Norfolk

SERVPRO of Norfolk specializes in the cleanup of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or water damage event. Our staff is highly trained in property damage mitigation. From initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO’s corporate training facility to regular IICRC-industry certification, rest assured our staff is equipped with the knowledge to clean up your property.

Does Your Columbus Nebraska Community Have A Mold Problem?

4/3/2023 (Permalink)

In Columbus Nebraska, mold can spread through a business in as little as 48 hours.

Microscopic mold spores naturally occur almost everywhere, both outdoors and indoors. This makes it impossible to remove all mold from a home or business. Therefore, mold remediation reduces the mold spore count back to its natural or baseline level. If you see visible mold, do not disturb it. You can inadvertently spread mold infestation throughout your home or business. When mold is disturbed, the mold can release microscopic mold spores which become airborne and can circulate inside your home or business.

Consider the following mold facts:

• Mold is present almost everywhere, indoors and outdoors.
• Mold spores are microscopic and float along in the air and may enter your home or business through windows, doors, or AC/heating systems or even hitch a ride indoors on your clothing or a pet.
• Mold spores thrive on moisture. Mold spores can quickly grow into colonies when exposed to water. These colonies may produce health effects.
• Before mold remediation can begin, any sources of water or moisture must be addressed. Otherwise, the mold may return.
• Mold often produces a strong, musty odor and can lead you to possible mold problem areas.
• Even higher-than-normal indoor humidity can support mold growth. Keep indoor humidity below 45 percent.

If your home or business has a mold problem, we can inspect and assess your property and use our specialized training, equipment, and expertise to remediate your mold infestation.

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – SERVPRO of Norfolk 402-370-2460

Faster to Any Disaster in Pierce?

2/22/2022 (Permalink)

We restore property damage in Pierce County 24-hours a day.

When you have a fire, water, or storm damage emergency, our fast response time is key to avoiding secondary damage and more time-consuming repairs in many cases. Pierce residents and commercial businesses can always trust SERVPRO^® of Norfolk to quickly and efficiently restore property damage, no matter what time of day or night disaster strikes. We follow the one-four-eight-hour rule, meaning:

One hour: we will respond to your call within one hour or less

Four hours: we will be onsite within four hours of your call

Eight hours: we will contact your insurance adjuster within eight hours of your call

Disasters can be stressful and challenging. We will always treat you and your loved ones with empathy and respect and treat your belongings with care. We have developed relationships with many insurance companies and can help you with the insurance process and paperwork. No matter what form of property damage you experience, you can trust us to be with you every step of the way until the job is completed.

Call Us Today!

SERVPRO^® of Norfolk technicians are on call 24-hours a day to respond to Pierce’s property damage emergencies. We have the experience and equipment required to mitigate and restore property damage, no matter how big the job is. Call us today at 402-370-2460.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

After-Storm Safety for Norfolk Businesses?

2/15/2022 (Permalink)

We are leaders in storm damage restoration in Madison County.

SERVPRO^® of Norfolk responds to storm damage emergencies every winter, and we see the difference having a storm safety plan makes. The Insurance Institute of Business and Home Safety offers this information on what a business can do after a winter storm event:

Activate your business continuity plan

• Ensure everyone is safe
• Make sure guests, clients, and employees are safe 
• Be prepared to evacuate if structural damage from snow and ice makes a building unsafe
• Stay away from downed powerlines

Snow removal 

• Safety first! 
• Keep the parking lot and sidewalks surrounding the building free of snow and ice. Shovel after each snowfall. Keep ice melt/salt on the ground to prevent slips and falls.  
• Place non-slip mats in front of entryways to prevent slipping as employees and customers enter/exit your business property
• Monitor your roof’s snow load to ensure it does not exceed its maximum capacity.
• Conduct an assessment of the snow and ice equivalent 
• If you have excessive snow or ice dams, have your snow removal team safely remove the snow and ice dams  
• Watch for signs of snow load damage, such as creaking sounds, a sagging roof, cracks in the ceiling or walls, water stains, and doors or windows that no longer open and close correctly
• In case of a power outage, use your generator

Call Us Today!

Norfolk businesses and residents can trust the professionals at SERVPRO^® of Norfolk to restore storm damage, “Like it never even happened.” Call us today at 402-370-2460.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.