Repair or Replace? Making the Right Choice After Water Damage

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Our team can assess the damage, guide you through your options, and provide professional restoration services to get your home back to normal.

Dealing with water damage can be stressful, especially when you’re trying to decide whether to repair your damaged belongings or replace them. For homeowners in Port St. Lucie, FL, where storms and flooding are common, knowing the cost of each option is important. In this blog, we’ll break down what you need to consider when deciding whether to repair or replace items after water damage and how these choices can affect your budget.

Assessing the Extent of Water Damage

Before making any decisions, it’s essential to assess the extent of the water damage. Not all items are affected the same way, and the severity of the damage will play a big role in determining what can be saved.

1. Type of Water Damage

Water damage comes in three categories:

• Clean Water: From a broken pipe or rainwater.
• Gray Water: From appliances like washing machines or dishwashers.
• Black Water: From sewage or floodwater containing harmful contaminants.

Items exposed to clean water are generally easier to salvage compared to those soaked in black water, which can carry harmful bacteria and toxins.

2. Duration of Exposure

The longer your belongings are exposed to water, the less likely they are to be salvageable. For instance, if water has soaked into your carpets or furniture for more than 48 hours, mold and mildew may have started to grow, making it more challenging and costly to restore these items.

The Costs of Salvaging

Repairing items can often save you money, but it’s important to understand the potential costs involved.

1. Professional Cleaning and Restoration

You might need to hire professionals to clean and restore your belongings, especially for items like furniture, carpets, and electronics. While this can save valuable items, it does come at a cost. According to HomeAdvisor, the average cost of water damage restoration in the U.S. is around $3,000, though the actual cost can vary depending on the extent of the damage and the materials involved.

2. Time and Effort

Repairing items also requires time and effort, both from you and the restoration professionals. This can lead to additional costs if the process takes a while, especially if you need to stay somewhere else while your home is being repaired.

The Costs of Replacing

In some cases, replacing items might be the more practical and cost-effective choice, especially for items that are heavily damaged or not too expensive to replace.

1. Replacement Costs

Consider the cost of replacing an item versus the cost of repairing it. For example, it might be cheaper to replace a water-damaged rug than to restore it. However, for high-value items like electronics or furniture, salvaging might be more economical if the item can be restored to good condition.

2. Insurance Coverage

Your homeowner’s insurance policy can significantly influence your decision to replace or salvage. Many policies cover the cost of replacing items, but coverage limits and deductibles can impact your out-of-pocket expenses. It’s a good idea to review your policy carefully to understand what’s covered and determine the best course of action.

Let SERVPRO® Help

When water damage happens, deciding whether to salvage or replace can be tough. SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie NE is here to help. Our experienced team can assess the damage, guide you through your options, and provide professional restoration services to get your home back to normal as quickly as possible. Whether you choose to repair or replace, we’re committed to helping you make the best decision for your home and budget.

The Focus of Water Damage Restoration in Port St Lucie

8/14/2023 (Permalink)

Enjoy a round of golf while SERVPRO restores your water damaged home in PSL. "Like it never even happened."

Water Remediation Services by SERVPRO

Tourism is a substantial component of the Port St. Lucie economy, and it generates the need for effective disaster cleanup after water damage incidents. SERVPRO professionals for St Lucie County are Large Loss specialists, helping more than the thousands of residents in the community, but also large venues like MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center, Parks Edge banquet hall, and the St. Lucie County Fire Department Union Hall. In addition, institutions and massive facilities depend on our quick mitigation solutions, including Port St. Lucie High School, Indian River State College, and the HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital.

Because we can reach homes and businesses fast in Port St. Lucie for water damage restoration, you have less to worry about when disasters strike. You can take the opportunity to treat yourself like a tourist and take in some unique eats and experiences throughout the city, including La Perrada del Gordo and the Oak and Ember Steakhouse. If the stress leads to a need for retail therapy, you have many options spread out between Darwin Square, East Port Plaza, and The Landing at Tradition.

Effective Water Damage Mitigation

While you step away from the stress and drama of water damage cleanup in your home, you can relieve stress with recreation you can find at The Saints at Port St. Lucie golf course, Salty Daze Fishing Adventures, or the Island Club Community Center. Our experienced SERVPRO team works fast to provide efficient mitigation and restoration solutions, which include:

• Extraction
• Drying
• Content Cleaning
• Structural Repairs

Post-disaster cleanup and recovery services are a specialty of our SERVPRO of Port St Lucie NE team. When water damages threaten your home or business, you can rely on our fast response to mitigate loss, clean up the damage, and repair the ruined structure. Call us at (772) 266-2350.

Water Damage Can Impact Port St. Lucie Residential Furnishings

3/21/2023 (Permalink)

Our technicians are prepared with the training and state-of-the-art equipment your property needs after water damage.

SERVPRO Water Cleanup Restores Port St. Lucie Home Contents and Structural Materials

Home water removal can seem like a doable task for many Port St. Lucie homeowners. However, the effects of moisture on possessions and valuables can require more care than most consumer-grade cleaning solutions can provide. Worse still, without fast-responding sanitation, mold can grow and secrete digestive enzymes that create further damage to home furnishings.

Port St. Lucie water damage restoration technicians at SERVPRO are ready to render aid for homeowners dealing with excess moisture in their properties. Due to mold growth, water can turn from an inconvenient cleanup into a potential biohazard situation. SERVPRO mitigation tools and EPA-registered biocides can remediate risk to keep home occupants safe.

How Water Damage Affects Fabrics, Furniture, and Upholstery

Water damage can spell disaster for porous items like mattresses, cushions, linens, and fibers without fast action. Stains and water spots are just the beginning of potential damages. Microbial growth can set in within 24-48 hours.

• Water exposure can cause fabric dyes and furniture stains to bleed and seep into nearby objects and flooring
• Furniture frames can swell with water, warp, and eventually crack. Wood furniture can accumulate water spots. Some repairs may require refinishing
• Particleboard furnishings warp easily. The laminate surfacing is often resistant to moisture, but this does not prevent damage to the piece. Instead, this vapor barrier redirects water to more vulnerable crevices and joints
• Metals can tarnish and eventually rust, including mattress springs and the backs of upholstery tacks

While sanitation can be accomplished to some degree with homeowners’ cleaning products and equipment, professional-grade water mitigation solutions can restore these items more quickly while stopping the risk of further unintentional damage to property. Some treatments are better suited to particular materials than others. Some fabrics and items can prove incredibly delicate compared to wood furniture or non-porous furnishings.

SERVPRO Water Mitigation Protocols for Fibers and Furnishings

SERVPRO water damage restoration professionals utilize a suite of furniture restoration strategies for Port St. Lucie home furnishings. These include:

• Spot cleaning fabrics and nearby surfaces that show signs of stains from furniture stains and dyes. Alternative strategies may be necessary for addressing possessions with dried furniture stains on them
• Performing moisture extraction with a portable unit and upholstery tool
• Evenly wetting furniture during cleanup to restore the piece to an even color free of water damage spots and visible seams from moisture exposure
• Tenting wet furniture cushions before drying with air movers and dehumidification units
• Putting wax paper sheets between zippers and furniture cushions to minimize rust stain transfers to nearby fibers

SERVPRO water damage odor control can remediate malodors with a combination of sanitation and deodorizing solutions. Cleaning solutions can be injected into furnishings as needed to remediate internal contamination that can contribute to moisture odors. SERVPRO technicians can deploy ultra-low volume (ULV) foggers or spray solutions to eliminate odor-causing bacteria for large-scale odor control. Specialty cleaning needs can be referred to licensed professionals as needed and with the consent of homeowners and insurers.

SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie NE is reachable by phone at (772) 266-2350 at any time of the day or night, including weekends and holidays. We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster, including water cleanup.

Fast Action by SERVPRO Minimizes Water Restoration Needs in Port St. Lucie

2/13/2023 (Permalink)

SERVPRO first eliminates the water source then begins the cleanup process. Call us today!

Water Restoration in Port St. Lucie – Protecting Your Furniture and Contents

Leaky faucets, broken hoses to appliances, and faulty plumbing cause a great deal of water damage to homes in St. Lucie every year. Homeowners come home to carpets soaked in water, furniture sitting on wet floors, and water running out the front door. While this can be overwhelming, there are steps homeowners can take to help minimize the damage.

Fast response by SERVPRO helps to minimize the water damage and assists in controlling the total water restoration expense in St. Lucie homes. Homeowners must make sure it is safe to enter the house. Check for:

• Electrical circuits that may be compromised, such as electrical cords in water
• Ceilings that might collapse from the weight of water in the ceiling
• Be careful of slip-and-fall situations on wet floors.

If possible, determine the source of the water leak. Turn off the water faucet or the main water valve to stop water from entering the home.

Our SERVPRO technicians immediately assess the situation and take the appropriate action to ensure the home is safe to enter and minimize the damage caused by the water.

• The water source is turned off
• Furniture is wiped down and moved from the area to a dry space
• Magazines, books, papers fabrics that could leak dyes onto carpets and furniture are removed
• Water extractors are used to extract water from carpets, inside walls, and ceilings
• Dehumidifiers and air movers are installed to lower the humidity and dry the space.
• Nooks and cavities are checked for high moisture levels
• Porous materials such as particle board and drywall are checked for swelling and loss of integrity

Our water restoration team acts quickly to minimize the damage and control the total cost of repairs.

Call SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie, NE, for water restoration services. We provide service to Port St. Lucie and nearby areas. We can help 24/7. Call (772) 266-2350.

SERVPRO Provides Water Damage Restoration and Cleaning in Ft. Pierce

8/13/2022 (Permalink)

Our CCT carpet cleaning techs leave your Ft. Pierce home "Like it never even happened." Just part of our water damage restoration service.

Water Damage Restoration and Carpet Cleaning in Ft. Pierce by SERVPRO

Homeowners are naturally very concerned whenever there is a water leak in their homes in Ft. Pierce. The water spreads over floors and seeps into carpets, and ceilings below, whether a plumbing leak or an overflowing sink. Fortunately, a rapid response can limit much of the damage caused by water absorbed by various materials.

SERVPRO provides water damage restoration in Ft. Pierce and surrounding areas. Our team can respond in less than four hours from your initial call, assess the situation, and deploy water extractors, air movers, and dehumidifiers to remove the water and moisture before it causes secondary damage. Carpets may delaminate, hardwood floors can swell, causing buckling and cupping, and many wood-based furniture products can absorb moisture, swell, and are ruined if immediate action is not taken to remove the water.

Many of our clients also use this opportunity to have their carpets cleaned. The carpet is already wet and, unless properly cleaned, will still display stains, matting in heavy traffic areas and soiling in many areas after it has dried. Of course, cleaning will not reverse physical wear and tear and other physical damages; however, it will look clean and smell clean after our SERVPRO team has applied appropriate cleaning agents.

In addition to cleaning carpets, SERVPRO can add deodorizers to the cleaning products to remove malodors and fragrances and create a positive smell after cleaning. We can clean your carpets, deodorize them, and make them smell great as part of our water damage restoration services to improve your home even more.

SERVPRO offers the following water damage restoration services to our clients:

• Water damage remediation
• Water damage repairs and cleaning
• Ceiling repairs from water damage

Call SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie NE for water damage restoration services. We provide service to Ft. Pierce and nearby areas. We can help 24/7. Call (772) 266-2350.

Burst Pipes in Ft Pierce Homes Requires Water Damage Repair

7/22/2022 (Permalink)

After substantial loss incidents like burst pipes, water damage repairs are more necessary than homeowners believe. SERVPVO is always on standing for

Should SERVPRO Handle Water Damage Repair?

Because our SERVPRO professionals have a general contractor license, we can complete many build-back services that homes might require after burst pipes. From replacing damaged plumbing to the immediate impact on drywall and other wall system elements, we have experienced professionals to help.

Coordinating the Work with Your Insurance

Your insurance provider might cover water damage repair for Ft. Pierce homes based on the incident's circumstances. We are a trusted name for completing insurance work as we can meet the initial requirements for damage claim approval and adhere to deadlines.  

Eliminating Bulk Materials

Another crucial element of choosing a restoration team capable of build-back services is the mitigative strategy of controlled demolition. Removing heavily impacted building materials can protect other areas of the house, promote faster drying, and prevent secondary effects like mold development on damp collapsed structures.

New Plumbing Installation

Reconnecting the plumbing network is a priority of the restoration process and needed reconstruction. Burst pipes require portions of the line to be replaced and new fittings to get used, sometimes soldering copper tube pipe or installing a piece of PEX line with compression fittings. The repair focuses on needs in three areas:

• Pipes
• Fixtures
• Connections

Build-Back for Wall Assemblies 

We must reconstruct the wall assembly with the utilities like the plumbing being reinstalled or replaced. The surface of this system is covered with drywall panels, which are finished, primed, and painted. Wood trim at the base of this wall surface must be replaced after filling the weep holes. 

After substantial loss incidents like burst pipes, water damage repairs are more necessary than homeowners believe. The direct impact on building materials is excessive, even with the fast mitigation response of our SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie NE team. We can help with build-back services needed, as well. Give us a call now at (772) 266-2350.

Effectively Starting Water Damage Repair in St. Lucie West

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A SERVPRO rep swiftly determines the water damage to your St. Lucie West property. We're Faster To Any Size Disaster.

St. Lucie West Water Damage Repair Efforts Are Bolstered by a Good Start

The long-term results of water damage restoration in St. Lucie West are often enhanced simply by taking the right initial steps to start the process. Knowing how to handle loss calls, record the necessary information, communicate this to the parties that need it, schedule customer appointments in logistically efficient ways, and quickly begin work are all essential to getting off on the right foot.

SERVPRO knows that, like all types of work, the success and speed at which water damage repair in St. Lucie West is completed depends greatly on how the job was started. First contacts with customers and insurance adjusters, and effective communication between all the parties involved, is crucial. Moreover, the rate at which work can begin also largely determines how the rest of the water damage remediation efforts progress. When you call SERVPRO’s emergency water damage services team about burst pipes, ceiling leaks, basement flooding, or another water-related issue, we:

• Quickly and professionally answer your call 24 hours a day, recording all the initial information necessary to respond to your problem on a SERVPRO First Notice of Loss form
• Carefully listen to all of your concerns, ask questions relative to your situation to define it further, inform you of your responsibilities, and schedule an appointment to see the water-impacted home within one hour of receiving your call
• Make an appointment for the nearest crew to inspect your residence and begin work within four hours of your original call
• Work to always be on time, verbally brief the insurance adjuster within eight business hours, and restore your water-related damage as quickly as possible

With all of that said, your helpful neighbors at SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie NE are always ready to assist you with water damage repair. Contact us at (772) 266-2350 whenever you need our help.

Trained Professionals Vital for St. Lucie West Water Removal

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SERVPRO arrives at your water damaged St Lucie West home with IICRC certified technicians to mitigate the damage.

SERVPRO Pairs Experience and Equipment for Efficient St. Lucie West Water Extraction

Regardless of the source, water removal in St. Lucie West must occur promptly. The risk of damage from contaminated fluids from a sewer backup is obvious, but even clean water from a burst supply pipe is incredibly corrosive. Fast action by technicians certified by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) mitigates the spread of water, supporting the drying of affected building materials to restore your property to its previous condition.

Why Are Do-It-Yourself Interventions Inadequate?

Speed and thoroughness are critical when providing water removal in St. Lucie West. Professional technicians complete water evacuation in hours rather than the days or weeks taken by an owner struggling with inferior resources. SERVPRO service vehicles deliver the equipment needed to take control of and manage water damage remediation:

• Truck-mounted extractors capable of capturing and containing hundreds of thousands of gallons, using portable generators if power is temporarily unavailable
• Portable backpack units to reach confined areas
• Storage tanks for contaminated water, providing lawfully required containment and delivery to hazardous waste disposal sites
• Sensitive moisture detection and metering devices to map water migration and establish baselines for drying goals

How Does SERVPRO Apply Structural Drying Protocols?

Water removal in St. Lucie West includes evaporation of absorbed fluids from affected building materials. Failure to achieve previous moisture levels exposes your home to the risk of progressive deterioration from both water and secondary damage such as mold growth. SERVPRO technicians use an in-depth understanding of psychrometry, the science of drying, to assess and plan moisture normalization:

• Precisely placing and angling air movers, also known as centrifugal fans, to focus high pressure and low profile airflow to accelerate the evaporation of absorbed water from building materials and fixtures
• Using heaters to adjust the ambient temperature as warmer air absorbs more water vapor encouraged by the air movers
• Dehumidifying with condensers or desiccants to capture the water vapor for permanent removal from the damaged materials

Count on SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie NE to respond promptly and with all needed water extraction and drying resources. Call (772) 266-2350 round the clock for emergency services.

Does SERVPRO Remove Carpets during Water Mitigation in Fort Pierce

2/1/2022 (Permalink)

Plumbing leaks can quickly soak carpets, padding, and items sitting on the rug in Fort Pierce homes.

SERVPRO Mitigation Uses Water Extractors, Air Movers, and Dehumidifiers in Fort Pierce

Plumbing leaks can quickly soak carpets and items sitting on the rug in Fort Pierce homes. Water can work its way through the carpet to the underpad. Sometimes even the subfloor will be wet before the leak is discovered. Immediately turn off the main water valve. Many homeowners are worried that their carpets will need to be removed and damaged in the process. They also are concerned that the under padding will disintegrate while being removed.

SERVPRO provides water mitigation services in Fort Pierce and the surrounding area. When we receive calls from our clients for plumbing leaks, our phone reps coach the client to shut off the water source. Turning off the primary water source limits further damage. We urge them to remove anything resting on the floor. Colored items can leach some colors into the carpet, which is not removeable in many cases. If there is a concern about electrical issues, we urge them to stay away from the area to avoid potential electrical shocks.

We do not need to remove all carpets and underpadding when they become soaked with water. We use a combination of weighted extractors to remove water and moisture from the carpet and under padding. We also use powerful truck-mounted vacuums to remove water and moisture from the carpet and underpad. We deploy air movers and dehumidifiers to reduce the humidity levels to a normal range while drying carpeting and padding.

SERVPRO may recommend carpet removal if the carpet has delaminated or cannot be dried sufficiently to mitigate further damage to subfloors or threats from mold contamination. Our services include:

• Water damage remediation and drying
• Water clean-up
• Water damage restoration

Call SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie NE in Fort Pierce and nearby areas. We can help 24/7. Call (772) 266-2350.

What Areas Typically Need More Attention During Water Restoration in Ft. Pierce Homes?

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Water damage restoration for your home is an easy choice. SERVPRO techs will be on-site within 4 hours of the initial call.

SERVPRO Pays Close Attention to Areas Vulnerable to Moisture Action from Evaporating Water

Whether an overflowing appliance or burst pipe damages your property, you need to take quick action. Removing the water and cleaning any soiled surface are some actions that help restore preloss conditions. However, other steps may be necessary. The areas you need to check might also extend beyond the intrusion area.

One of the aspects that worsens water damage in Fort Pierce homes is moisture migration. After water intrusion, moisture is constantly moving as it seeks equilibrium in the air and materials. Therefore, problems can develop far from the entry point. The water restoration technicians SERVPRO sends to your property can help evaluate the situation revealing the areas you need to check.

In most cases, restoration must resolve issues with:

• Subfloors
• Walls
• The air

Most of the water released into your property collects on the floor regardless of the entry point. Depending on the floor materials, it can pool on the surface or seep into floor covers like carpets. Some of the water might also find a way into the subfloor, and if your removal efforts focus only on the floor surface, problems can crop up later.

Water intrusion affects walls in different ways. If the leak originates in a pipe running through the wall, it leaves wet wall materials. Walls can also absorb water from the floor or the air since sheetrock has hygroscopic properties. Our SERVPRO technicians use moisture meters to check drywall and other wall materials for wetness. We also have wall ventilation equipment to expedite cavity drying.

The air inside your house is another aspect that needs attention when addressing water damage. As the water evaporates from wet materials or any pools left on surfaces, it accumulates in the air as humidity. Without a sound management plan, the moisture can cause problems elsewhere. Our SERVPRO technicians use dehumidifiers to control humidity levels.

SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie NE ensures water restoration addresses all negative effects of moisture exposure. Call us at (772) 266-2350 for help in handling an incident, "Like it never even happened."

How Can a St. Lucie Homeowner Assess the Cost of Fire Damage Restoration?

12/27/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO fore damage restoration services are second to none. Call now for fast and immediate service that you need.

SERVPRO Considers Issues Like Type of Fire, Its Effects on Utilities and Content Handling 

When you look around your St. Lucie property after a fire incident, you might feel confused about the level of damage and the cost that might be incurred fixing it. Accurate estimates are essential since overestimating or underestimating complicates the restoration.

One way to simplify the estimation of fire damage restoration for your St. Lucie home is calling a professional like SERVPRO as soon as the fire is out. That way, all issues can be addressed while still fresh, thus simplifying the evaluation. 

Some of the factors that matter when estimating fire costs include:

• Whether restoration requires content move out
• Whether utilities like heating and water are affected
• Whether the fire was smoldering or scorching

Knowing the individual aspects that influence costs is essential, especially if you want to participate in key decision-making during each stage of the restoration of your property. 

Some issues, such as whether a fire is scorching, may seem insignificant in influencing cost. However, the type of residues leftover from combustion are affected by the level of heat involved. Scorching fires leave dry, easy-to-clean residues. Smoldering fires produce wet residues that require extra cleaning resources or even stripping down soiled materials, thus costing more. Our SERVPRO technicians evaluate your entire property to determine the percentage of wet or dry smoke residues left.

Fire damage interferes with many of the utilities in a property, so your house may be without running water, electricity, and heating. Again this may not seem like a major issue since the damage might have already forced you to move out. However, these utilities play a role in restoration. Electricity is necessary for running many of the equipment needed to demolish, clean, and dry your property. If there is no power, the restorer has to find alternatives such as gas-powered equipment or portable power generators. Finding options increases the cost. Fortunately, we maintain a large inventory of generators.

SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie NE prefers starting fire damage restoration from an informed perspective so that we resolve any issue "Like it never even happened." Call us at (772) 266-2350.

How Soon Should Property Owners Involve Professionals for Water Cleanup in St. Lucie West

10/29/2021 (Permalink)

Our technicians are prepared with the training and state of the art equipment your property needs after a water incident.

Water Cleanup in St. Lucie West Requires Immediate Response by Certified Professionals 

Water cleanup consists of removing the water from an affected area and restoring it to its pre-damaged state. The quickest way to recover your property is to enlist certified restoration services like SERVPRO. We have decades of experience in restoring properties after water damage of any magnitude. 

Using high-tech equipment and innovative skills, our restorers can dry the affected surfaces within a brief period. We have state-of-the-art equipment and tools that help us conduct thorough water cleanup in St. Lucie West homes. If the water has soaked through the glued carpet in your home, our SERVPRO crew can use an extraction tool powered by an independent motor that carries the unit along the carpet at a consistent speed. The benefits of using this equipment include:

• It moves backward and forward at variable speeds.
• The device uses the extra weight of the restorer to compress the water from the carpet.
• It uses a vacuum system to extract the water. 

An extraction tool absorbs water and accelerates the drying process. Our SERVPRO technicians can use several axial air movers to bring dry air from outside and replace the moist air in the affected rooms. This increases the rate of evaporation, leading to faster drying. Our SERVPRO water damage technicians monitor and document the drying conditions of the affected surfaces. We write down and evaluate the readings for temperature, relative humidity, and moisture contents to determine if the drying goals are being reached. If the damage is not severe, it should only take 48 hours to dry your home fully. 

If water damage occurs on your property, hire a restoration company to handle the problem. Contact SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie NE for professional water cleanup in your home at (772) 266-2350.

Can Ft. Pierce Water Cleanup Save Floor Tiles and Grout?

9/9/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Technicians’ Water Cleanup Restores Damaged Bathroom and Kitchen Tile

Ceramic tiles are well-known for their reliability and durability, especially in the face of much-needed water cleanup after a disaster. However, extensive water exposure from a plumbing leak, overflow, or appliance failure can create microbial growth in tile grout and impact the structural integrity of floor tiles and other structural materials in a Ft. Pierce home.

SERVPRO performs water cleanup for Ft. Pierce homes that include tile floor restoration and repairs. SERVPRO’s restoration-focused approach minimizes replacement costs for homeowners while returning residences to a clean, pre-disaster condition.

SERVPRO Water Cleanup for Floor Tiles and Grout

In many water damage scenarios, ceramic tiles are rarely impacted by moisture. However, tile grout is porous and prone to water damage, creating moisture that dislodges and damages tiles. Other types of tile, like laminate, may be more cost-effective to replace after moisture and microbes impact tile adhesive and backing.

• SERVPRO professionals can spot-clean tiles stained by water damage with EPA-registered biocides
• Technicians measure moisture levels in tile grout and subflooring with penetrating and non-penetrating sensors and meters to ensure that drying goals are met
• Techs can implement replacement tiles where necessary, as well as replace drywall, baseboards, and other structural materials affected by water

SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie NE is a phone call away from demonstrating that We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster. Homeowners can contact the team at (772) 266-2350.

Need Professional and Efficient Water Restoration Done on Your St. Lucie West Property? Call SERVPRO

7/20/2021 (Permalink)

St. Lucie West Residents Trust SERVPRO with Water Restoration of Their Homes

As a homeowner, you might need professional water restoration done to your St. Lucie West home for any number of reasons, including-

• Burst pipes
• Ceiling leaks 
• Faulty plumbing
• Sewer backup

However, it is crucial to pick a restoration company like SERVPRO with IICRC certified technicians who have experience dealing with such problems in St. Lucie West.   

SERVPRO has years of experience performing water restoration in St. Lucie West homes. Our expert technicians understand the importance of getting the structure and its contents dry as quickly as possible to avoid any secondary damage. SERVPRO technicians use their scientific knowledge of material science and psychrometry to develop a custom drying strategy during water damage remediation.    

How do SERVPRO Techs Dry Carpets During Water Cleanup of St. Lucie West Homes? 

Carpets are one of the first pieces of content that are affected after a water damaging event. SERVPRO restorers use various techniques to dry wall to wall carpets such as-

• In-place drying: During this procedure, technicians neither disengage the carpet nor remove the padding. The moisture is removed using carpet wands and deep extraction tools.   

• Drying the carpet flat: It involves disengaging the carpet and disposing of the wet padding. The carpet is laid on the sub-floor to dry. 
• Floating the carpet: During this process, technicians may dispose of the wet padding, and airflow is directed underneath the carpet using air movers. The carpet is held in place with special carpet clamps. 

Call SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie NE at (772) 266-2350 for a fast and efficient service. 

Lucie West Flooding Means Hiring Dependable Water Restoration Companies

5/24/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO will Handle Flood Damage at Your St. Lucie West Property – Call us When Looking for Water Restoration Companies!

Flooding of any kind can mean a hefty bill to get everything repaired throughout your St. Lucie West home. To ensure your interior gets brought back to preloss condition, “Like it never even happened,” it is better to call in skilled technicians for the job.

When it comes to emergency services water damage, calling water restoration companies in St. Lucie West like SERVPRO ensures you get fast, reliable service. We are available for all water damage restoration work, including clean-up after burst pipes, ceiling leaks after a storm, and detailed flood restoration.

• Standing water must get removed as soon as possible. Leaving water to “drain” on its own allows it to soak into building materials and migrate into dry space, thus leading to complicated water damage repairs.
• Depending on contaminants in the floodwater, unique processes or treating the standing water or surface areas might be required.
• SERVPRO utilizes high-speed pumps to extract water, followed by strategically-placed industrial fans and dehumidifiers to achieve drying goals quickly.
• When necessary, SERVPRO offers controlled demolition to replace all unsalvageable materials with brand-new materials.

When it comes to water cleanup and remediation, no other water restoration companies match up to SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie NE. Call us 24/7 for emergency service at (772) 266-2350.

Does SERVPRO Respond to Emergency Services Water Damage Events in Port St. Lucie?

4/12/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Provides Water Damage Repairs in Port St Lucie.

Whether it is an overflowing tub or sink or a broken pipe, water spreading throughout your home can cause much damage. Structural components and contents are soaked, and in some cases, the water may leach soluble colors from fabrics and even magazines into other materials.

At SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie, we respond to water damage events in less than 4 hours, 24 hours, seven days a week. We know how important it is to remove and begin drying contents to mitigate water damages. Also, mold infestations can start growing within 24 to 48 hours. We respond quickly to mediate these issues and follow a tried and proven approach.

SERVPRO team leaders follow this process while communicating the status to the customer and their insurance adjuster.

• Establish the Scope and magnitude of the water damage
• Evaluate the water damage to structure and contents
• Protect the structure and contents
• Create a safe environment and a staging area to store undamaged and dried contents
• Extract water from flooring, inside walls, and cavities
• Complete water damage repairs as needed

Call SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie NE for water damage services in Port St Lucie and surrounding areas. We can help 24/7. Call (772) 266-2350.