Vandalism and Graffiti

9/5/2023 (Permalink)

Before and After- Graffiti Clean Up

• Graffiti- Vandalism-What a mess!

Vandalism and graffiti can be very upsetting. If it's from minor pranks to malicious destruction of property, SERVPRO will act quickly to secure and board up or remove vandalism and graffiti from home and commercial spaces.

If your home or business have been affected by graffiti or vandalism, we are here to serve you.  Our goal, as always, is to make it Like It Never Even Happened.  

Call SERVPRO 24 hours a day, 7 days a week we are #HereToHelp 

Fire, Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Dangers

3/1/2022 (Permalink)

Call us today at 530-241-2424

Fire is dangerous. We all know that. But, did you know that the flames themselves might not be the greatest risk as far as health dangers and property damage? Fire smoke is the leading cause of fire deaths, exceeding burns by a three-to-one ratio. And while direct exposure to smoke is harmful to your respiratory system, it can also negatively affect your property’s structure, sometimes in unexpected ways.

Smoke from any type of fire is comprised of carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and soot. Depending on what’s burning, many other harmful chemicals also enter the air, and are inhaled into your lungs or latch onto walls, furniture, clothing, ductwork, and other areas.  

When it comes to your property, knowing how temperature, the surrounding environment, particle ionization, and airflow patterns affect smoke distribution can help you better restore your property to normal.

 Heat pushes the soot, the by-product of incomplete combustion, and can cover everything in its path.  Smoke seeks a sort of equilibrium; it travels until its energy has been used up and travels to cooler temperatures. Soot, when tested, is always found to be on the acidic side of the pH scale.  Acidic materials are destructive to most elements in nature. Acidity over time continues to degrade most metals by etching and oxidizing leading to discoloration, pitting or corrosion of the substrate. Finish coatings (paint) over metals are often yellowed and softened and will fail over time because they cannot stand the harsh acidic environment.  These acid soot residues have ongoing reactions until removed. Smoke is magnetically charged and contains metals which act as path to short circuits and as an insulators causing overheating of components.

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Dust Cleaning Your Home

7/22/2021 (Permalink)

Fire & Water - Cleanup & Restoration SERVPRO of South Shasta County Contact us at: 530-241-2424

Eliminating airborne dust particles should be an important part of your cleaning routine. Regularly dusting can help eliminate dust in your home, but it often makes all the dust in your house become airborne. The best way to mitigate dust in your household is to ultimately eliminate it at the source. Overall, ridding your home of dust can help improve air quality, and prolong the life of electrical appliances, furniture, and household electronics.

Here is a list of 10 things you can do to maintain a dust-free home:

1. Use Door Mats

Place door mats outside and inside your home to trap dirt and keep it from spreading into your house. And make sure to clean door mats regularly to prevent buildup.

2. Groom Your Pets

Groom your pets to help keep dead skin and hair from accumulating dust.

3. Close Windows

Too reduce dust it is recommended to keep windows closed, especially on dry and windy days.

4. Mop Floors

Using a damp mop to clean your floors will help eliminate a large amount of the dust in your home.

5. Beat Area Rugs

While vacuum cleaners help reduce dust, the most effective way to clean rugs is to beat them. So don’t be afraid to give your rugs a good beating.

6. Clean Blinds

Clean blinds regularly.

7. Install and Air Purifier

Air purifiers help circulate the air and capture dust and dirt.

8. Vacuum Regularly

We recommend vacuuming your home once or twice weekly.

9. Get Rid of Clutter

Dust will settle on any surface it encounters, so do your self a favor and reduce clutter in your home.

10. Clean Closets

Fabrics easily attract dust, so it is wise to keep your closets clean and shut closed.

Lastly a duct cleaning can be very beneficial to eliminating dust and allergens in your home. If your air ducts haven’t been cleaned in the last 5 years and your allergy symptoms are triggered when you turn on your heating or air Contact SERVPRO of South Shasta County at 530-241-2424

How to Deal With Smoke Damage

6/3/2021 (Permalink)

Call SERVPRO of South Shasta County at 530-241-2424

Here in Northern California, we know all to well the dangers of wildfires and the aftermath they leave behind. Structure fires and wildfires alike have caused many homes and businesses to become completely ruined even if a building was untouched by the flames. This is a result of the aftermath and all the smoke that left a layer of soot indoors.

Smoke can act as like an acid and will have a different effect on all the materials in a structure. Therefore, it is crucial to act quickly after a fire as to prevent permanent damage. The longer you leave your smoke damaged home untreated, the more extensive the damage will become and the cost to mitigate will continue to rise.

The best action you can take to mitigate the effects of smoke damage is to call SERVPRO of South Shasta County. Here at SERVPRO of South Shasta County our technicians have extensive knowledge and are certified in Fire and Smoke damage clean up and odor control.

If you have a smoke damage from a recent fire, give SERVPRO of South Shasta County a call. We will gladly help you asses the damage and help make "Like it never even happened."

Contact us at: 530-241-2424

Allergy Season Is Here!

4/2/2021 (Permalink)

It’s finally spring time and that means allergy season is officially here!  One of the best ways to mitigate your allergies this year is to give your home a long needed duct cleaning.

 If you are wondering if a duct cleaning would be beneficial to you here are 6 Signs Your Air Ducts Need Cleaning:

1. Dust
2. Mold
3. Rodent or Insect infestation
4. Home was recently built or has had a Major Renovation
5. Rising Energy Costs
6. Seasonal Allergens

Overtime allergens can build up in your air ducts making it difficult to avoid allergy symptoms no matter how well you clean your house.  A professional duct cleaning from SERVPRO of South Shasta County is one of the most effective ways to remove allergens from your home. If your air ducts haven’t been cleaned in the last 5 years and your allergy symptoms are triggered when you turn on your heating or air Contact Us at 530-241-2424

SERVPRO of South Shasta County Clean

3/4/2021 (Permalink)

Call SERVPRO of South Shasta County at 530-241-2424 for Free inspection and Free Estimates for all your cleaning needs.

SERVPRO of South Shasta County does not just do fire, water and mold restoration, but we clean. SERVPRO of South Shasta County can clean your house top to bottom after any type of damage or general construction repairs. 

Types of Cleaning Services SERVPRO of South Shasta Provides:

1. Fire/Smoke Cleaning. After a fire the smoke and soot debris will be found everywhere and it can be very toxic. In your cabinets, on your dishes, furniture, decorations, carpet and flooring, bedding and walls you will find evidence of a fire. 

2. Mold Cleaning. If you find mold in your house that is caused from a water damage. Call SERVPRO of South Shasta County. Once we find the source of the mold, we can repair and clean the area. 

3. General Post Construction Clean. Call us after you have completed a remodel or new construction in your home or business. SERVPRO of South Shasta can hepa vac all the dust and debris, wash windows, clean floors and prepare your space making it ready to move in. 

4. HVAC Duct Cleaning. Wildfires, neighbors fire, general dust, debris and dander cause your ducts to have an odor or blow out dust. This can cause the household to have allergies and you may notice you are dusting a lot more. 

5. Animal Feces or Infestation Aftermath. If you have had a rodent infestation and need cleaning done after the rodents have been removed, SERVPRO of South Shasta County can clean up and remove.

6. Homeless camp, biohazard and debris cleanup. Have you arrived at your business and found that you have someone camped out on your front door. Call SERVPRO we can clean any biohazard waste left behind.

7. Trauma Scene Cleanup. The aftermath from a trauma is considered biohazard. Call SERVPRO of South Shasta County to perform sensitive trauma or crime scene clean. We are  respectful during when dealing with these sensitive jobs. 

Call SERVPRO of South Shasta County for all your cleaning needs.

Inspections and Estimates are Free!

We are here to help

3/17/2020 (Permalink)

Call Now 530-241-2424

We can help minimize the spread of germs with proactive cleaning! At SERVPRO of South Shasta County, we’re trained to adhere to the highest cleaning and sanitzation standards, making us the #1 choice for cleanup and restoration. Call 530-241-2424 or email us at sp8612@SERVPRO8612.com to see how we can help clean your home or business. 

What is air duct cleaning and why should we have it done?

12/18/2019 (Permalink)

How dirty are your vents? Call us at 530-241-2424.

Duct cleaning generally refers to the cleaning of various heating and cooling system components of forced air systems, including the supply and return air ducts and registers, grilles and diffusers, heat exchangers heating and cooling coils, condensate drain pans (drip pans), fan motor and fan housing, and the air handling unit housing.

If not properly installed, maintained and operated, these components may become contaminated with particles of dust, pollen or other debris. If moisture is present, the potential for microbiological growth (e.g., mold) is increased and spores from such growth may be released into the air of your commercial business. Some of these contaminants may cause allergic reactions or other symptoms in people if they are exposed to them.

Ventilation systems are often the biggest culprit in poor indoor air quality. Make it a priority to inspect the ductwork of your business.

If your HVAC has been operating for some time without attention, it could be circulating one or more of the following:

• Dust
• Pollen
• Odors
• Dirt and debris
• Other contaminants

The benefits of servicing your HVAC unit include:

• Helps to restore peak energy efficiency.
• May help to eliminate offensive odors.
• Helps reduce the potential for mold growth.

For more information on air duct cleaning, call us at SERVPRO of South Shasta County today, (530) 241-2424 or by our social media pages (links below).

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Removing Pet Hair Furniture, Carpet & Fabric

11/8/2019 (Permalink)

Remove Pet Hair From Your Carpet With A Pumice Stone. Easy as 123.

It's The Holiday's! 

Do you have dog hair on the couch that you need to remove quickly because unexpected company is on their way over?

Did you just notice cat hair on your favorite comforter? Did your rabbit lay on your brand new upholstered garden furniture?

No PROBLEM!  SERVPRO Of South Shasta County has the answer for you.

1. Use a damp rubber glove to remove pet hair from furniture. It's easy!

2. A pumice stone will remove animal hair off your carpet. It's simple! Gently rub pumice stone on carpet and watch the hair come up. 

3.  Roll a lint roller over your clothes, bedding or anything fabric for a quick pet hair removal. 

When your company arrives your furniture will be pet hair free and you can be confident that your guests will be comfortable. 

For more information call us at SERVPRO of South Shasta County today,  (530) 241-2424 or by our social media pages (links below).

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