Emergency Water Damage Services, Repairs and Clean Ups

EnviroPro is the leading expert in the state of Florida specializing in the testing, repair and mitigation of Water Damage, Mold Damage, Fire and Smoke Damage Repairs and Clean-Up. If you have an emergency or need to mitigate damages, we encourage you to call us directly at 1-877-216-MOLD.

We handle everything from carpet cleanings to Emergency response after a flood. Personal belongings are usually the most important thing to us next to friends & family of course. With that being said, we strive to keep your surroundings the way they should be. We also know that our customers do not want any additional damage while working to correct their problem. You won’t have to worry about that factor as EnviroPro trains our technicians thoroughly to handle any scenario with the utmost professionalism and clean working environments. We also try to accommodate customer’s schedules so that we can both get our jobs done with as little conflict as possible.

For more information on any specific service, please contact us at Toll Free: 1-877-216-6653 Miami: 305 992 6186 or Broward: 954 317 0109 or use the links provided at the top of page. We’ve listed the most common services that we offer, however, if you need another type of service, please contact us in any manner that you prefer. We are also available to answer any and all questions that you may have regarding the restoration process 24/7.

Tips on How to Handle Water Damage Repair

The stress of water damage in your home can be traumatic. The removal can seem daunting. But a few steps taken can make it possible for water damage repair to seem less painful. We’ve compiled the following water damage repair tips to help you get back into your home and living comfortably.

Safety First

Before entering a water damaged building, keep in mind that safety is the most important thing to remember. Is the structure safe? If you don’t know then get professional advices. They will tell you the soundness of the structure and the safety of entering.

If you find yourself in water in the structure then before entering, put on gloves so you can move debris out of the way; boots so you can walk without worrying what’s underfoot; and a face mask to protect your lungs from lingering air borne debris. If it’s bad, then you should wear protective clothing as well; against sharp, broken objects. You may find that wetting the debris makes them less dangerous.

For assistance in tracking and removing Mold from the home or office call us at our 24/7 service line at Toll Free: 1-877-216-6653 Miami: 305 992 6186 or Broward: 954 317 0109 Tampa:

What can cause Water Damage?

Roof that needs repair such as old roofing materials, cracked roof, defective shingles, cracked flashing flat or low pitched roofs. These are some of these problems allow water to prelude and cause rain and moisture to build up and cause Water Damage.
Other areas of the Roof that can elude to Water Damage are Skylights, Chimneys, Plumbing Vents, Exhaust Fans, and broken Gutters with bad down spouts.

Areas inside the House that cause Water Damage

Plumbing Fixtures, Kitchen Appliances, Leaks inside the Walls, Corroded Metal Piping, Leaky Windows. In our case we begin with extraction of the water/humidity levels with professional grade dehumidifiers. Soon after the house was drained of most water, we began to remove the floor and found more “surprises”. There was still moisture to be found when the laminate floor was removed; this is a hot spot for mold to grow. We proceeded to remove the floor and followed the path to water stains and black mold on the drywall throughout the entire home. It’s important to remember that unfortunately with water damage comes mold build up, that’s why we always start with the Isolation and protection of an area within the water cleanup process.
The last situation you want to be in is one where you have made the toxicity levels higher than they even originally were. Enviropro always follows the safety regulations instructed to properly dispose and cleanse these moldy homes. So never try a “home remedy” or use bleach. This is contraindicated since many believe bleach kills mold. In fact, recent studies show this to be untrue and inconclusive to mold studies.

Don’t Forget Hurricane Season

Hurricane Season will start on June 1st, so be prepared. Condo and homeowner associations need to do more than stock up on batteries and flashlights. They need to be prepared for water damage and then mold problems.

Battle plans need to involve first responders in case of emergencies and be able to make advance financial decisions that could help save the day — in the case of a natural disaster.

When associations have done no planning is when the biggest problems pop up. Water damage and severe wind can cripple a building and they sometimes don’t have any idea what to do next.

For an association to have a hurricane preparedness plan helps get them get moving in times of disaster.

Now is a great time to refine or develop your association’s plan; because National Hurricane Preparedness Week is around the corner

For assistance in tracking and removing Mold from the home or office call us at our 24/7 service line at Toll Free: 1-877-216-6653 Miami: 305 992 6186 or Broward: 954 317 0109

Checklist

Engineer’s Report

The structural components, such as the windows, doors and roof should be certified by an licensed engineer, as to the integrity of each. Insurance companies often look at pre-existing conditions that have contributed to structural failure and ultimately could deny a post-storm claim. Engineer’s reports cost between $500 and $2,500 depending on the size of the building. The association’s insurance company might be able to recommend an engineer which would make it more difficult for the insurer to deny a claim later date.

Line up Contractors Now

To begin work immediately after the hurricane means that contractors have already been vetted and contracts negotiated in advance. Contractors are usually scarce after a storm; so pre plan. With a contractual obligation, the association will have a contractor while others shop around.

Review Insurance Policy

Periodically review the insurance policy with the agent. Ensure the board understands the exclusions and policy coverage. If necessary, increase coverage. Many associations have cut back on coverage due to the bad economy. Hope shouldn’t be used as insurance.

Build Cash

Establish a line of credit to provide emergency cash for emergency repairs after a storm. If you do this, then financing won’t be such an issue. Some associations consider increasing assessments to build a cash reserve. The trick is to start small with a small amount in an account and watch it grow over time.

Point People

The association should appoint a contact person or persons that have emergency powers to protect the safetly and integrity of the association’s property and it’s residence. Also they can answer questions from city and county officials, contractors and of course residents.

Conclusion

With this checklist your association should be able to make the best of a bad scenario. If they don’t have a preparedness plan, ask them to begin to create one.

For assistance in tracking and removing Water Damage your home or office call us at our 24/7 service line atToll Free: 1-877-216-6653 Miami: 305 992 6186 or Broward: 954 317 0109

“They arrived promptly, helped us clean up the mess and removed all the water and mold damage accumulated near the A/C. What a mess but Enviro Pro USA came to help our family and really put us at ease”.

-Mellissa Clark, Pinecrest, FL

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