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Water Damage Process For Damaged Santa Rosa Homes
9/25/2023 (Permalink)
Crew is displayed to water damage in Santa Rosa home..
After the inspection and damage assessment of your Pace, Milton, Navarre or Gulf Breeze home or business the water extraction process begins. This step removes the majority of the water. We use powerful pumps and truck-mounted vacuum units to quickly remove hundreds or thousands of gallons of water from your property.
Our highly trained technicians will begin the water removal process almost immediately. Depending on the amount of water, we may use powerful submersible pumps in addition to industrial strength, wet/dry vacuums. Removing most of the water helps reduce drying time and helps prevent secondary water damage and mold and bacterial growth.
- Remove Excess Water
- Use Submersible Pumps and Industrial Wet/Dry Vacuums
Inspect the Carpet Pad and Carpet
We inspect the carpet and pad and determine if they should be removed to protect the subfloor.
- Inspect Carpet Pad and Remove If Needed
- Inspect Carpet and Remove If Needed
Water Removal Equipment
- Moisture detectors, hygrometers, and other meters measure the extent of moisture saturation.
- Infrared cameras may be used to find “hidden” water behind walls and ceilings.
- Submersible and gas-powered pumps are used for continuous pumping of high-level water.
- Truck-mounted and portable extraction units perform efficient water removal.
- IICRC Certified
Water Damage Restoration Process in Santa Rosa County
9/25/2023 (Permalink)
Water damage on flooring in home being removed by Santa Rosa crew.
After the inspection and damage assessment of your Pace, Milton, Navarre or Gulf Breeze home or business the water extraction process begins. This step removes the majority of the water. We use powerful pumps and truck-mounted vacuum units to quickly remove hundreds or thousands of gallons of water from your property.
Our highly trained technicians will begin the water removal process almost immediately. Depending on the amount of water, we may use powerful submersible pumps in addition to industrial strength, wet/dry vacuums. Removing most of the water helps reduce drying time and helps prevent secondary water damage and mold and bacterial growth.
- Remove Excess Water
- Use Submersible Pumps and Industrial Wet/Dry Vacuums
Inspect the Carpet Pad and Carpet
We inspect the carpet and pad and determine if they should be removed to protect the subfloor.
- Inspect Carpet Pad and Remove If Needed
- Inspect Carpet and Remove If Needed
Water Removal Equipment
- Moisture detectors, hygrometers, and other meters measure the extent of moisture saturation.
- Infrared cameras may be used to find “hidden” water behind walls and ceilings.
- Submersible and gas-powered pumps are used for continuous pumping of high-level water.
- Truck-mounted and portable extraction units perform efficient water removal.
- IICRC Certified
Hurricane Season Facts You Should Know From the SERVPRO Experts That Are Standing By.
9/7/2023 (Permalink)
SERVPRO storm team heads out to bring restoration as soon as Hurricane Idalia passed.
When most people think about hurricanes, they think about the wind. But it’s the water that usually does the most damage. Torrential rain can cause flash flooding, but a hurricane’s storm surge can be the most destructive and dangerous.
As spring shifts to summer, south Floridians shift their attention to the upcoming hurricane season which begins June 1st and runs through November 30th. The 2021 season was another active year, with a total of twenty-one named storms, including seven hurricanes and four major hurricanes. Eight of these storms hit the United States coastal area, three of which hit Florida. South Florida was spared in 2021 by any major threats, as Tropical Storms Elsa and Fred had little to no impact other than rain.
Hurricanes are rated by categories ranging from one to five. The winds increase with each category. The sustained wind speeds for each category are:
- Category 1 hurricane: 74-95 mph.
- Category 2 hurricane: 96-110 mph.
- Category 3 hurricane: 111-129 mph.
- Category 4 hurricane: 130-156 mph.
- Category 5 hurricane: 156+ mph.
A major hurricane is category 3 strength or higher and can be extremely dangerous to life and property, but it doesn’t take a major hurricane to produce significant impacts. All tropical systems that directly impact south Florida have been known to produce flooding, damaging winds, and tornadoes. It’s important to take every tropical cyclone seriously and keep up to date with tropical outlooks issued daily by the National Hurricane Center.
If your home is ever hit by a storm know here at SERVPRO OF SANTA ROSA COUNTY we are always ready to help you clean up after the storm.
SERVPRO OF SANTA ROSA COUNTY 850-939-4700
SERVPRO Fire Damage Restoration Process in Santa Rosa County
8/24/2023 (Permalink)
SERVPRO team was called out to assess a large structure fire in Santa Rosa County
The time it takes for our SERVPRO technicians to complete fire damage restoration can vary depending on several factors such as the extent of the damage, size of the property, and the level of restoration required. In general, the process can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks.
The initial assessment and planning phase, which includes determining the scope of the damage and creating a restoration plan, can take a couple of days. The next step involves mitigating further damage by boarding up windows, tarping roofs, and drying out the property, which can take a few days or longer depending on the severity of the fire and the level of water or smoke damage.
The actual restoration process, including cleaning, repairing, and rebuilding damaged areas, can take anywhere from a few days to weeks, depending on the complexity of the project. This can involve removing and disposing of damaged materials, cleaning and deodorizing the property, repairing structural damage, and replacing flooring, walls, and other components.
It's important to note that every fire restoration project is unique, and the timeline can be influenced by factors such as the availability of materials, insurance processes, and the level of cooperation from the property owner. Santa Rosa SERVPRO professionals work efficiently to complete the restoration as quickly as possible while ensuring the highest quality workmanship.
Emergency Services Require SERVPRO Restoration Experts 24/7 Commitment When Flooding Occurs
7/26/2023 (Permalink)
SERVPRO water damage restoration technicians begin the extraction process after a flood was endured in local structure.
Flooding and water emergencies don’t wait for regular business hours and neither do we. SERVPRO of Santa County provides emergency cleaning and restoration services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week—including all holidays.
Faster To Any Size Disaster
Flooding and water damage is very invasive. Water quickly spreads throughout your home and gets absorbed into floors, walls, furniture, and more. SERVPRO of Santa Rosa County arrives quickly and starts the water extraction process almost immediately. This immediate response helps to minimize the damage and the cleaning and restoration costs.
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 Santa Rosa County
SERVPRO of Santa Rosa County specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or water damage event. Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration. 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 restore your property.
SERVPRO Can Provide Fast Water Mitigation for Santa Rosa Homes After Pipe Separations
3/2/2023 (Permalink)
Water damage in Santa Rosa County home is restored by SERVPRO experts.
SERVPRO Can Provide Fast Water Mitigation for Santa Rosa Homes After Pipe Separations
Pipe bursts from aging or pressure fluctuations can be highly destructive for homes and businesses. Considering the high volume of water damage that results, our SERVPRO team responds with urgency to these situations to begin mitigation services like water removal and content relocation.
The Damage of a Broken Pipe
The heart of water mitigation for Santa Rosa homes is a thorough inspection of the property to determine its damage and what must be done to return the structure to preloss conditions. Quick action is needed to prevent damage to building materials like wall systems and ceilings following pipe bursts. Beyond structural damage, substantial standing water concerns are also likely to result.
Controlled Demolition and Cleanup
The earliest action we must take after water damage to structural elements in the house is the removal of these water damaged components. Our general contractor license is essential and allows us to complete controlled demolition where required. Our goal is to remove any harmful or challenging debris from the property that could amplify loss effects or make restoration more challenging to complete moving forward. This process allows efforts like drying and water removal to start.
Thorough Drying and Water Removal
We can get cleanup and water removal services underway with exposed damaged areas. We have dozens of extraction devices to help in this effort, including wet vacuums and submersible pumps. Drying these cavities involves several of our high-efficiency tools from the inventory as well, including:
- Positive pressure systems
- Low-profile centrifugal air movers
- Portable electric heaters
A pipe burst can be among the most threatening situations for homes and businesses. Because of the high volume of water these situations present, it is essential to mitigate loss however possible.
SERVPRO Can Help You Assess the Damage and Make the Right Decision
2/21/2023 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Santa Rosa County arrives at a commercial water damage to restore the property.
SERVPRO Can Help You Assess the Damage and Make the Right Decision
Whenever your commercial office space needs water removal, our SERVPRO technicians are here to help. We are on call 24/7 to respond swiftly to your emergency and help us minimize your damages. Like you, we understand that every minute you remain closed represents issues in revenue.
Why Do I Need to Call a Professional Team to Extract The Water?
Using a wet-dry vacuum and humidifiers will certainly help you evaporate water damage in your Santa Rosa office, but it may not be enough. As professionals in the industry at SERVPRO, we have at our fingertips several tools that help us measure moisture levels and take action to restore them back to normal. Failure to extract all water can leave you with a suitable environment for bacteria, such as mold, to reproduce. Tackling the problem in a timely manner helps prevent future complications.
What Are My Options to Save My Carpet?
The situation and our observations will help determine what happens to your carpet. In some instances, we can dry it in place as long as it has not been wet for more than 72 hours. Some advantages of this technique include the following:
-Less disruption to the flow of your business
-Less damage to the carpet
-Furniture may be able to stay in place
Alternatively, our SERVPRO crew can have a frank conversation and recommend the full removal of the carpet, if the damage is too far gone. When this happens, we work within local guidelines and ordinances to dispose of the carpet as recommended.
When our SERVPRO of Santa Rosa County is at your side, we can discuss the benefits of each of the options available to you. Together, we can leave your office, "Like it never even happened."
Why does Florida have so much precipitation?
8/23/2022 (Permalink)
Thunder heads rolling in on beach.
Why does Florida have so much precipitation?
Torrential rain in Florida primarily results from the passing of low pressure systems through or close to it. The most well known low pressure system is the tropical hurricane, which is capable of producing truly enormous amounts of precipitation over a short period of time.
Which area gets the most precipitation in Florida?
Pensacola
Rainiest Days In The History of Florida These four Florida cities, ranked by average annual precipitation, are Tallahassee, Pensacola, Miami and West Palm Beach. It’s the Gulf of Mexico’s warm waters that create storms that often soak the state, particularly between June and November.
Why do some areas get more precipitation than others?
The tropics receive a great amount of direct solar energy, which produces more evaporation than higher latitudes. The warm, moist air rises, condenses into clouds and thunderstorms, and falls back to earth as precipitation. More evaporation results in more precipitation.
Is Florida the rainiest state?
Hawaii overall is the rainiest state in the US, with a state-wide average of 63.7 inches (1618 millimeters) of rain a year. But few places in Hawaii fit the state’s average….Rainiest States in America.
Rank 1
Year Hawaii
Winter Hawaii
Summer Florida
Why does it rain so much in Florida during the summer?
Most of South Florida has a tropical climate. There is a defined rainy season from May through October, when air mass thundershowers that build in the heat of the day drop heavy but brief summer rainfall. In some years the dry season becomes quite severe and water restrictions are imposed to conserve water.
Why is Florida weather so unpredictable?
Because of its geographic location, Florida’s weather isn’t exactly divided into the traditional Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall seasons. Dry season (November-April), on the other hand, brings significantly less humidity, reduced precipitation, and a more predictable forecast that’s less storm-prone.
What Florida city gets the most rain?
America’s top 5 wettest cities
New Orleans, Louisiana: 62.45 inches of precipitation annually on average.
West Palm Beach, Florida: 62.33 inches of precipitation annually on average.
Miami, Florida: 61.90 inches of precipitation annually on average.
Pensacola, Florida: 61.20 inches of precipitation annually on average.
What part of Florida rains the least?
In Orlando, as generally happens in central and southern Florida, winter is the least rainy season, in fact, 55 to 65 mm (2.2 to 2.6 in) of rain fall per month from November to February.
Which region gets the most precipitation?
Matsuyama, located in the Meghalaya State in India, is the wettest place in the world. It receives an annual rainfall of 11,871 millimeters. The mountainous terrain of the surrounding land forces the northward-moving warm moist monsoon winds coming from the Bay of Bengal to converge over Matsuyama.
Why is there more precipitation at the equator?
Areas near the equator receive high rainfall amounts because constant solar heating produces intense heating, large-scale evaporation, moist rising air that cools with altitude and forms convectional rainfall. In addition, air masses converge here which results in heavy rainfall.
What is the rainiest state in the US?
Hawaii
The 10 Wettest States In The United States Of America
Rank State Average yearly rainfall
1 Hawaii 57.2
2 Louisiana 56.9
3 Mississippi 55.5
4 Alabama 55.3
Which states get the least rain?
Nevada takes the lead as the least rainy state in the US, with only 9.5 inches (241 mm) of rain each year. The mountain states, including Wyoming and Montana, dominate the list of America’s driest states year round.
What’s the average precipitation in the state of Florida?
Average Yearly Precipitation for States (rain & snow) 8. Delaware 45 inches (114 centimeters) 9. Florida 54 inches (137 centimeters) 10. Georgia 50 inches (127 centimeters) 11. Hawaii 110 inches (279 centimeters)
Animal Rain
8/18/2022 (Permalink)
Frog with an umbrella
Animal Rain
It may not rain cats and dogs, but sometimes it rains tadpoles and tiny fish. This strange meteorological event is probably caused by waterspouts, basically tornadoes that form over water.
Waterspouts start out as vortexes, or columns of rotating, cloud-filled wind. As the vortex descends over an ocean or lake, small aquatic animals may be swept up in the waterspouts funnel.
Changes in pressure and wind force the waterspout to change back into a low-lying cloud, emptying precipitationincluding any creatures swept up in the waterspoutover a nearby landmass.
In 1894, newspapers in Bath, England, reported a rain of tadpoles. In 2009, a storm brought a rain of minnows down on Ishikawa, Japan.
Is Your Homeowners Insurance Good Enough
7/13/2022 (Permalink)
Homeowners Insurance
HO-1 Covers narrow set of named perils. If not specifically listed in policy text, it is not covered. Belongings & liability typically excluded.
HO-2: Covers the same named perils as 1 along with others including failure of HVAC systems, damage to electrical, & harm caused by falling objects. Might also cover belongings & liability. Coverage is relatively limited.
HO-3: Covers everything an HO-2 does while going much further. HO-3s cover the dwelling, its attached structures, belongings within, & the policyholder’s personal liability. As an open-peril policy, will usually cover anything not excluded in writing. Exclusions include floods and earthquakes.
HO-4: Renter’s ins, this covers the belongings and liability of a tenant but not the dwelling itself, the landlord’s ins would cover that. May also include coverage for additional living expenses.
HO-5: Most wide-ranging form of homeowners ins. It will cover a # of perils on an open-peril basis, often with higher limits than other policy types.
HO-6 (Condo): Similar to comprehensive homeowners ins, except limited to condos. It governs belongings, liability, & some portions of unit structure, the rest would be covered by a homeowners association policy.
HO-7 (Mobile Home): Home insurance policy designed specifically for mobile & manufactured dwellings.
HO-8 (Older Home Form): Similar to an HO-3 but optimized for older homes that may have significant depreciation or be part of a historical registry.
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