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SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. (PRWEB)
August 11, 2019

Winter storms bring lots of water and water brings leaks, mold, and damage. The Arroyo Grande water damage company, ServPro, has announced that now is the time for spring clean up from winter rain and water damage.

Not all rain and storms cause water damage right away. Fortunately, not every home or business has a leaking roof caused by wind damage or flooding from a storm, but there is a real possibility that future damage from standing water and wet damp areas can happen because the initial situation was not noticed or cleaned up. People tend to overlook the small things when their property escapes major storm damage. An after storm checkup list needs to include:

• Check the attic or crawl space for any signs of leaks.
• Check under buildings for signs of mud or standing water.
• Check ceilings and walls for signs of leaks.
• Check landscaping, shrubs, and trees near buildings to make sure there is no wet or damp soil.
• Remove storm debris such as foliage, fallen branches, even old sandbags, or anything else away from buildings.
• Mow grass and weeds. Not only will this prevent dry overgrowth that can become a fire hazard, mowing lets the sunlight in and dries out areas that would otherwise retain moisture.

The thing about water damage is that it can be a long and slow process starting with a little leak or a little moisture that is absorbed by a foundation, floors, and walls. The next thing we know, mold is growing on the walls or under cabinets, wood is rotted, and we are facing repairs that could have been avoided.

Here are some reasons that a spring inspection and clean up are good preventative measures:

• Water causes wood to warp and compromise structures such as foundations, walls, ceilings, roofs, and other structural components.
• Water and moisture cause mold, which can be a serious health risk. The Center for Disease Control reports that mold can be a hazard to children, seniors, and people with respiratory conditions.
• Moisture can damage electrical systems causing wires to rust and start a fire.
• Accumulated moisture can damage electronics and other personal possessions.

ServPro of Arroyo Grande is always available, 24/7, to remove mold and water damage, but that old adage about “an ounce of prevention,” is true. The staff from ServPro would rather see families and property safe than damaged.

ServPro is a water damage restoration company that is ready to restore homes and businesses back to pre-water damage condition. The local technicians respond quickly to extract water then dry the property using sophisticated moisture monitoring equipment state-of-the-art drying equipment.

ServPro Pismo Beach and Arroyo Grande

1279 W. Stowell Road, Suite C

Santa Maria, CA 93458

(805) 473-0072

This press release by San Luis Obispo marketing and advertising company Access Publishing, 806 9th Street, #2D, Paso Robles, CA 93446, (805) 226-9890.

source https://virtual-strategy.com/2019/08/10/servpro-arroyo-grande-water-damage-repair-company-announces-time-for/

Sheepshead Bay homeowners claim their block is plagued by three so-called “zombie houses,” derelict homes left vacant since Hurricane Sandy, which have become mold-infested blights occupied by drug addicts and packs of feral cats.

“I have noticed needles in the yard and in the houses along with make shift beds,” said Missy Haggerty, a third-generation Lake Avenue resident.

The properties located at 4, 5, and 14a Lake Ave. — part of the “courts” area of low-lying side streets between Shore Parkway and Emmons Avenue — were abandoned by one Zalman Weber after suffering sever flood damage during the 2012 super storm, and city officials have sought for years to contact him in an effort to either remediate, or demolish the dilapidated homes, according to Sheepshead Bay Councilman Chaim Deutsch.

In the meantime, his properties remain in a state of ruin. Throughout the wreckage of 5 Lake Ave., family pictures, baby’s clothes, and moldy stuffed animals remain abandoned by Weber’s former tenants, who fled from Sandy’s 90 miles-per-hour wind gusts and 14-foot storm surges nearly eight years ago, according to Haggerty.

“This is somebody’s belongings from Sandy, they up and left it. They were the renters,” Haggerty said.

And mixed in with the haunting collection of deserted household items are scores of used hypodermic needles, which squatters have discarded seemingly at random. During an Aug. 8 visit, this reporter found syringes littering the front yards, entrance ways, and floors of the abandoned homes, and piled on make-shift couches and atop soiled mattresses there.

And while locals aren’t thrilled by the prospect of heroin addicts shooting up down the block, the toxic black mold that infects the air around the forsaken zombie homes is far worse, according to Haggerty, who lives one door down from 14a Lake Ave., which is so mold infested, she avoids opening her windows.

“Let’s say I want to open my windows while I clean my house, the mold spores are airborne and will get back into my home,” said Haggerty.

Deutsch now says he’s given up trying to contact Weber, and is working with the city’s Department of Housing Preservation and Development to seal the homes at some point this month.

Officials at the city housing agency decided to seal the home at 6 Lake Ave., which is not owned by Weber, following an Aug. 8 inspection, according to a spokeswoman for the department.

The Department of Buildings will additionally deploy inspectors to conduct structural stability inspections of all four buildings to determine if they pose a hazard neighboring properties, the spokeswoman said.

Updated 11:07 am, August 12, 2019

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Almost two years after Tropical Storm Harvey caused mold and mildew growth in the roof of the Tyrrell Historical Library, the historic building is nearing the final stage of repairs.

Workers are completing termite work on the building and then will have to lay new carpet before library staff comes in to make final preparations to allow residents back in.

“I think we’ll be finished sometime in September barring any other problems,” Beaumont Director of Facilities Keith Folsom said. “The public opening date is still up in the air with library personnel though. That’s up to them.”

A prolonged period without air conditioning and humidity controls because of Tropical Storm Harvey caused the mold and mildew growth in the ceiling area of the building. To remedy that, crews cleaned the mold off and neutralized it, cleaned the building’s duct work and then repainted the ceiling a lighter blue than previously.

Library administrator Paul Eddy noted the actual materials in the library, that was once the Old First Baptist Church, did not sustain any physical damage from the storm.

After that, workers repairing the plaster where water had previously gotten into the building and instances of termite damage. These fixes weren’t for Harvey-related planning but would also have required the library to be closed.

“We already were planning to do wood and plaster repair. That project was already in the works,” Folsom said. “Then Harvey hit and we had to do work in the ceiling and replace the flooring. So the preplanned work lined up with needing to do these Harvey repairs.”

Related: Mold, damage closes historical library for months

The actual work, which initially was expected to close the library for only two or three months, began in January and is expected to be complete by the end of September.

Eddy said a lack of qualified companies that bid on projects, funding from the city and FEMA, and the continued expansion of the scope of work is what kept the work from starting until this year, despite being more than a year removed from Harvey’s torrential rains.

“Please know that the city and library staff are working hard to get the Tyrrell back open for the public,” he said.

Since the annex, which was built in 2009, was cleaned and sanitized and air quality tests came back negative, library staff have been hard at work on the library’s digital site.

They have added “tens of thousands” of images and descriptions to the catalog as well as taken in “important collections and other data” that will be put into the archives, Eddy said.

Related: More damage discovered at Tyrrell Historical Library, reopening rescheduled

“Throughout the time we have been closed, we have continued to field questions and requests from the public about the library and its contents,” he said.

Eddy said library staff doesn’t yet have a clear idea for an opening date. Before it can open to the public, library staff will need to clean the library and store items that have been utilized for research purposes.

Once that work is complete, staff will plan a grand reopening of the building with the Tyrrell Historical Library Association.

Steven Lewis, president of the Tyrrell Historical Library Association, said he hopes to see more people use the library when it’s reopened.

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As a part of that, his organization is looking to plan more events at the library in an effort to make more people aware of the resources available.

“History is one of those things that some people don’t care about,” he said. “But if you are a person, like me, who’s interested in a place, and you want to know the people or the buildings that are important, I wouldn’t know what to do if I didn’t have a place like the Tyrrell to go.”

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SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. (PRWEB)
August 11, 2019

Winter storms bring lots of water and water brings leaks, mold, and damage. The Arroyo Grande water damage company, ServPro, has announced that now is the time for spring clean up from winter rain and water damage.

Not all rain and storms cause water damage right away. Fortunately, not every home or business has a leaking roof caused by wind damage or flooding from a storm, but there is a real possibility that future damage from standing water and wet damp areas can happen because the initial situation was not noticed or cleaned up. People tend to overlook the small things when their property escapes major storm damage. An after storm checkup list needs to include:

• Check the attic or crawl space for any signs of leaks.
• Check under buildings for signs of mud or standing water.
• Check ceilings and walls for signs of leaks.
• Check landscaping, shrubs, and trees near buildings to make sure there is no wet or damp soil.
• Remove storm debris such as foliage, fallen branches, even old sandbags, or anything else away from buildings.
• Mow grass and weeds. Not only will this prevent dry overgrowth that can become a fire hazard, mowing lets the sunlight in and dries out areas that would otherwise retain moisture.

The thing about water damage is that it can be a long and slow process starting with a little leak or a little moisture that is absorbed by a foundation, floors, and walls. The next thing we know, mold is growing on the walls or under cabinets, wood is rotted, and we are facing repairs that could have been avoided.

Here are some reasons that a spring inspection and clean up are good preventative measures:

• Water causes wood to warp and compromise structures such as foundations, walls, ceilings, roofs, and other structural components.
• Water and moisture cause mold, which can be a serious health risk. The Center for Disease Control reports that mold can be a hazard to children, seniors, and people with respiratory conditions.
• Moisture can damage electrical systems causing wires to rust and start a fire.
• Accumulated moisture can damage electronics and other personal possessions.

ServPro of Arroyo Grande is always available, 24/7, to remove mold and water damage, but that old adage about “an ounce of prevention,” is true. The staff from ServPro would rather see families and property safe than damaged.

ServPro is a water damage restoration company that is ready to restore homes and businesses back to pre-water damage condition. The local technicians respond quickly to extract water then dry the property using sophisticated moisture monitoring equipment state-of-the-art drying equipment.

ServPro Pismo Beach and Arroyo Grande

1279 W. Stowell Road, Suite C

Santa Maria, CA 93458

(805) 473-0072

This press release by San Luis Obispo marketing and advertising company Access Publishing, 806 9th Street, #2D, Paso Robles, CA 93446, (805) 226-9890.

source http://virtual-strategy.com/2019/08/10/servpro-arroyo-grande-water-damage-repair-company-announces-time-for/

The city is focused on “life safety” issues, he said, such as missing or broken smoke alarms. Those will require repair within 72 hours or the authority must move the tenant. The city will conduct reinspection after the initial sweep to make sure problems have been fixed. If they haven’t, the city will issue a citation.

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SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif., August 11, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Winter storms bring lots of water and water brings leaks, mold, and damage. The Arroyo Grande water damage company, ServPro, has announced that now is the time for spring clean up from winter rain and water damage.

Not all rain and storms cause water damage right away. Fortunately, not every home or business has a leaking roof caused by wind damage or flooding from a storm, but there is a real possibility that future damage from standing water and wet damp areas can happen because the initial situation was not noticed or cleaned up. People tend to overlook the small things when their property escapes major storm damage. An after storm checkup list needs to include:

• Check the attic or crawl space for any signs of leaks.
• Check under buildings for signs of mud or standing water.
• Check ceilings and walls for signs of leaks.
• Check landscaping, shrubs, and trees near buildings to make sure there is no wet or damp soil.
• Remove storm debris such as foliage, fallen branches, even old sandbags, or anything else away from buildings.
• Mow grass and weeds. Not only will this prevent dry overgrowth that can become a fire hazard, mowing lets the sunlight in and dries out areas that would otherwise retain moisture.

The thing about water damage is that it can be a long and slow process starting with a little leak or a little moisture that is absorbed by a foundation, floors, and walls. The next thing we know, mold is growing on the walls or under cabinets, wood is rotted, and we are facing repairs that could have been avoided.

Here are some reasons that a spring inspection and clean up are good preventative measures:

• Water causes wood to warp and compromise structures such as foundations, walls, ceilings, roofs, and other structural components.
• Water and moisture cause mold, which can be a serious health risk. The Center for Disease Control reports that mold can be a hazard to children, seniors, and people with respiratory conditions.
• Moisture can damage electrical systems causing wires to rust and start a fire.
• Accumulated moisture can damage electronics and other personal possessions.

ServPro of Arroyo Grande is always available, 24/7, to remove mold and water damage, but that old adage about «an ounce of prevention,» is true. The staff from ServPro would rather see families and property safe than damaged.

ServPro is a water damage restoration company that is ready to restore homes and businesses back to pre-water damage condition. The local technicians respond quickly to extract water then dry the property using sophisticated moisture monitoring equipment state-of-the-art drying equipment.

ServPro Pismo Beach and Arroyo Grande
1279 W. Stowell Road, Suite C
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 473-0072

This press release by San Luis Obispo marketing and advertising company Access Publishing, 806 9th Street, #2D, Paso Robles, CA 93446, (805) 226-9890.

 

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(Newswire.net — August 9, 2019) — Perkasie, PA-based disaster restoration specialist ServiceMaster Of Bux-Mont updated its range of water damage restoration & mold removal services for residential & commercial clients.

ServiceMaster Of Bux-Mont, a team of disaster restoration specialists based in Perkasie, Pennsylvania, announced the launch of an updated range of water damage restoration and mold removal services for clients in Bucks and Montgomery Counties. As part of the ServiceMaster Clean franchise since 1996, the team can handle any work in both disaster restoration and commercial and residential cleaning.

More information can be found at https://www.servicemasterbuxmont.com

The primary causes of flooding, severe enough to inundate a property, are usually associated with violent weather such as hurricanes, overflowing rivers, and dam ruptures.

Flooding happens without warning and leaves homes and business owners with a devastating mess that can lead to permanent, costly property damage and health threats to the building’s occupants if not properly and immediately treated.

The temptation to take control of the situation as soon as possible by entering a home that is still flooded is understandable. Because the risks are formidable, however, it is usually a job that should be left to a qualified professional.

The professional team at ServiceMaster Of Bux-Mont have the expertise and knowledge to get each client’s home or business back to its pre-water-damaged condition as quickly as possible. They can quickly extract the water and then dry the property using their state-of-the-art equipment.

The company’s goal is to bring the client’s property back to top-notch form in the shortest time possible. That is why its well-equipped fleet of trucks contains state-of-the-art industry-grade water extraction and drying equipment, all ready to take care of any water damage situation.

All members of the team are industry-trained technicians and they are always prepared to rapidly and properly restore one’s home or business back to its dry, safe condition.

A satisfied client said: “ServiceMaster helped quickly and thoroughly mitigate the damage done due to a flood from our second floor down onto our first. They came back every day to ensure everything was drying properly. Throughout the entire process, all techs were knowledgeable and professional. Thank you!”

Interested parties can find more by visiting the above-mentioned website.

ServiceMaster Of Bux-Mont

127 S 3rd St Suite 1, Perkasie, PA 18944

+1 (267) 867-5209

Ed Hogan

ed@servicemasterbuxmont.com

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DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — Water damage and the threat of mold has forced the post office at North DeKalb Mall to temporarily close, officials said.

There was «visual evidence of water damage to the ceiling and walls» at the post office, which is located on the southern side of the mammoth retail center, U.S. Postal Service spokesman Rick Badie told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Wednesday.

Crews are testing for «potential mold,» he said.

Customers continued to attempt to enter the post office Thursday.

«I’m really upset and disappointed,» said customer Manan Sisodiya.

Those who live close by are forced to use another branch about 2 miles away while anyone with a post office box now has to pick up their mail in downtown Decatur. However, they can’t go after hours, and many business owners and customers said they got no notice or warning.

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The outside blue mailboxes are still in use.

«I don’t understand why they haven’t cleaned it up,» Sisodiya said.

Channel 2’s Steve Gehlbach spoke to an employee of the mall who said they’ve never seen problems of mold at North DeKalb but there are a number of storefronts like this one that are empty and stores moving out.»

A spokesperson for the U.S. Postal Service says water damage and possible mold caused the closure last week.

It is working to fix the problems with cooperation from the mall’s management but says it will likely be a couple weeks before the post office reopens.

One young man came by to try to ship important medicine to his grandfather in another state.

«I just came and it’s closed … Some trouble to go to some different location. I don’t know what to do,» he told us.

The Atlanta-Journal Constitution contributed to this report.

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