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Staying Dry During Rainstorms | SERVPRO of Wayne

3/15/2024 (Permalink)

Apartment building during strong winds and heavy rainfall Spring showers shouldn’t ruin your property! Call SERVPRO of Wayne is ready to respond to your call anytime.

When rain comes to town, we all head to the safety and shelter that our homes provide. There’s nothing better than cozying up by the window and watching the rain fall while staying warm and dry inside.  

Our homes are really durable and most of the time they are reliable, but they aren’t invincible. If your home experiences any sort of damage, it can lead to serious water leaks and the rain can easily infiltrate your home. We offer some reliable ways of staying dry when the next storm arrives below! 

Getting Ready
To start with, you should always know what to expect when it comes to the weather. Tune into the forecast every day and check the conditions regularly so you are informed about what’s to come. Even if the day starts out sunny and bright, there is no guarantee that it will stay that way! If there is a storm on the horizon or a weather watch is issued, you can take action right away to help you stay safe. 

Start preparing your home by making sure your gutters are clear and free of debris. Blocked gutters force any rain that falls to back up onto your roof, or it can spill over the side of your house and fall directly into your foundation. 

You should also take the time to make sure all of your windows and doors are securely shut. This may seem obvious, but a single cracked window can let in an impressive amount of rain that can leak down your walls. 

Checking Your Roof
This task should be done regularly and especially after a severe storm rolls through the area. Our roofs are the first line of defense when storms hit, which means they are prone to suffering damage if the conditions are right. If your roofline has gaps or cracks along it, water can easily get into your attic and wreak havoc. 

Spend time going over your roof carefully, and check shingles and vents to make sure everything is in order. If you notice damage or see that something is amiss, you will have the time to fix it permanently or even temporarily before the rain starts to fall. 

Addressing Water Damage

Even if you take the time to prepare your home, we all know that Mother Nature has a mind of her own. You might still be surprised with water in your basement or with water damage around a seemingly airtight window! 

That’s where we come in. We understand that water damage is time-sensitive and that the longer the water sits on your floor or leaks behind your walls, the worse the situation can become. 


We will jump right in to dry out your space and address any warped floors or soggy drywall. In addition, we can also take a look at the source of the leak and see if we can help prevent the situation from happening again! Our water damage restoration team is always here to help.

A simple rainstorm can have a big impact. Contact SERVPRO of Wayne right away if you discover water damage.

What to Do When Disaster Strikes at Work | SERVPRO of Wayne

3/15/2024 (Permalink)

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You are busy minding your own business in your office putting the finishing touches on the staff schedule or sending an email confirming a meeting when one of your employees rushes in. There’s a fire! The ceiling is leaking! The basement is flooding! No matter the situation, a quick reaction is necessary in order to stay in control.

After you jump into action to get the situation handled or the authorities are called, it can be really overwhelming to look around your damaged building. What do you do? You call SERVPRO of Wayne, of course!

Tackling Water Disasters

Water disasters are one of the most common calls for service that we encounter. Commercial properties and buildings are often equipped with extensive water systems that have pipes and water lines running behind walls and under floors, and any of them can burst at a moment’s notice. 

Water disasters can also occur when strong storms with heavy rain come to town, which means you could be dealing with significant structural damage on top of water damage. 

Our water damage restoration team is trained in large-loss recovery, so we are the right team to call whether you are knee-deep in water or are holding out a bucket to catch the rain. Our team will dry up all of the water with our industrial air movers and blowers and we will quickly address repairs to help you overcome your situation faster. The faster we move, the better chance you have of avoiding serious structural problems or even mold infestations. 

Responding to Fires
Fire can be a nightmare for anyone, but especially for business owners. No one wants to think about the possibility of their precious building going up in flames and taking your inventory or product with it! 

Thankfully, our local fire department can help get any fire emergency under control in the efforts to minimize damage. However, once the fire is out, the authorities will have to leave. Get us on the phone right away so our fire damage restoration team can go to work for you.

We are trained to remove damaged debris, and we will work hard to clean and sanitize your entire space. We can also employ our smoke deodorizers to ensure every smoke odor particle is removed from your space. Once your building is clean, we can address any repairs that are needed. We can even tear down and completely rebuild sections of your building that were damaged beyond repair. 

Our Construction Process
Did you know that in addition to our restoration services, our team is also certified and trained in commercial cleaning and construction? We can deep-clean your carpets, address a potential mold infestation and even clean out your air ducts and vents.  

In addition, we can also help you expand your business! We are a full-service construction crew, which means we can take your dream and turn it into a reality. Our team can work with you to create plans and then we will bring it to life to give your building the expansion or facelift that it deserves. 


Need assistance at your commercial property? Call SERVPRO of Wayne today.

Alert! Responding to a Flash Flood Warning | SERVPRO of Wayne

3/15/2024 (Permalink)

Hurricane Waters Flooding the Land Flash floods can cause major damage to your home or business. Call SERVPRO of Wayne to help restore your space to preloss condition!

When it rains, it can really pour around the Wayne area! We are grateful to experience all four seasons and all the weather that comes with them, but sometimes certain weather situations can be overwhelming or even scary to witness. 

Flooding is a common concern in the summer when strong storms come through the area, as well as in the late summer if there are any hurricanes or tropical storms tracking the coast. Use the tips below to help you prepare the next time a flood warning is issued for our community. 

Staying Safe

The first thing to remember is that flood warnings can be issued even if it is not actively raining. You still need to start preparing even before the rain starts to fall! 

Get to work by tidying up your yard and removing any possessions that could be carried away by rushing water. Take the time to tie down anything that is too heavy to move inside but that could still be swept away, like grills or trampolines.

You should also check on your downspouts to make sure they are on and pointed away from your house. Once your exterior is ready, it’s time to prepare inside! 

If your basement is prone to flooding, remove any important possessions from the basement level and consider turning off electricity to that area for the time being. Shut your storm shutters and get ready to hunker down for the duration of the weather event. 

What to Do When Water Rushes In

If water does start to infiltrate your home, try not to panic! There isn’t much you can do while the rush of water is happening, so stay out of the area and wait for the water to stop flowing. Floodwater can carry all kinds of hazardous materials and toxic substances, so do your best to avoid walking through it or coming into contact with it. 

Only get up and move around your house after the water has stopped flowing in and the flood warning has expired. Take photos from a high vantage point and then get us on the phone. Those images will give us a good starting point in creating our restoration plan, and they will also be helpful for your insurance company to have. 

Restoring Property

We fully understand that water damage and flood situations are time-sensitive and that acting quickly can prevent further damage, which is why we are available 24/7 to respond to your call for help! The longer the water sits on your floors, the higher the risk you run of suffering serious structural damage and even mold infestations. We work quickly to remove the excess water and hidden moisture in your home and then we will confidently tackle any repairs that are needed. 

Floodwater is notorious for causing warped floors, soggy drywall and soaked carpet, so we will address each area of your home thoroughly to make sure your property is returned to its pre-flood state.

Dealing with flood damage? Contact SERVPRO of Wayne for a speedy recovery.

What Challenges Do Wayne Homeowners Face with Fire Cleanup?

9/30/2022 (Permalink)

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SERVPRO Fire Damage Crews Remove Soot and Soils

Home fire damage can be challenging, stressful, and overwhelming for homeowners. Soot can heavily stain and spread malodors. On top of that, structural damage that is not addressed quickly can complicate home repair and restoration tasks like HVAC cleanup. Wayne residents need a team that maximizes the availability of highly-trained technicians with quality restoration tools for soot and smoke damage mitigation.

SERVPRO provides precisely this service after Wayne homeowners experience fire damage and can return affected property and structural materials to a clean, pre-disaster state. Mitigation comes with water cleanup for fire suppression, if necessary, and sanitation with EPA-registered biocides that can remediate odor-causing bacteria and microbes.

How Fires Affect Different Substances and How Homeowners Can Prevent Them

Fire soils can leave behind a diverse array of stains, residues, and debris that require different types of care. Some items may be more cost-effective to replace instead of attempting repairs.

  • Rubbers, plastics, and other synthetic, petroleum-based substances often melt and leave behind clusters of sticky residue that can smear without specialized care. These materials and oils tend to burn at lower temperatures and produce "wet" smoke.
  • Unfinished wood, unsealed ceramic and masonry, and upholstery fibers are vulnerable to absorbing smoke particles because they are porous, organic substances. These stains can be a challenge to remove with consumer-grade cleaning solutions and can even cause stains to set.
  • Wood and paper produce "dry," high-heat smoke when burned, and these soils are typically easier to clean.
  • Metals and finished plastics with light soot stains are often restorable after fire damage, but moisture exposure can turn soot acidic.

Depending on the scale of the fire, homeowners are likely to find both wet and dry smoke residues and related debris. SERVPRO can mitigate these soils with solutions targeted at each.

SERVPRO Cleanup Addresses Various Fire Damage Soils and Odors

After fire damage occurs, homeowners are encouraged to contact their insurers as soon as possible after guaranteeing the safety of home occupants. Property owners do not have to wait for a claims adjuster to inspect the home before calling a restoration firm like SERVPRO.

SERVPRO mitigation and restoration methods can combat fire stains and soils with a diverse repertoire of tools and OSHA-approved solutions, including:

  • Inspection tools for water damage caused by fire suppression, as well as HVAC inspection and manual cleaning equipment
  • Specialized solutions for wet and dry fire soils, as well as solutions designed for pungent protein residues
  • Odor control via thermal fogging, sanitation, soda blasting, and powerful ventilation fans, among other methods

For larger-scale fires, SERVPRO professionals can perform a pack out. This process entails carefully packing items for restoration, keeping digital and paper inventory records, and moving these belongings to an approved SERVPRO warehouse for offsite cleanup. While contents are restored at the warehouse, technicians at the residence focus on structural restoration and repairs. Once the property is clean and secured, technicians can move items back per the homeowners' wishes.

Homeowners can still access belongings while they are at the SERVPRO warehouse. The team's inventory system ensures that belongings are convenient and easy to find, with items packed per room and boxes identified with bar codes that correlate with the digital inventory system.

When you need fast-acting restoration services, We're Faster To Any Size Disaster. Contact SERVPRO of Wayne at (973) 546-4977 to begin the remediation process.

Detecting and Preventing Residential Water Damage in Wayne

9/30/2022 (Permalink)

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SERVPRO Water Removal Services for Wayne Homes

Disasters can happen anywhere and anytime, especially when it comes to water damage. Whether pipe fittings give out, plumbing leaks, or appliance supply lines loosen, this excess moisture can quickly welcome moisture and microbes into walls, floors, baseboards, and home contents. However, fast action and detection strategies can minimize these disasters' impact on Wayne properties. 

SERVPRO water restoration technicians save Wayne properties with Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) training, state-of-the-art tools, and around-the-clock availability. These factors help homeowners see faster relief from disaster, and more comprehensive repairs, reducing overall costs.

Reducing Damage to Wayne Properties with Water Detection and Prevention

While disasters caused by plumbing and fixture failures are nearly inevitable for most homeowners, the factors that can exacerbate them can be minimized with preparation, inspection, and detection equipment.

  • Home water alarms are invaluable for detecting moisture near vulnerable areas.
  • Annual or semi-annual inspections of fixtures can detect vulnerabilities before a disaster occurs.
  • Make sure basement sump pumps are operational.
  • Draining water heaters at least once or twice a year, and replacing them if they are over eight years old, can go a long way toward minimizing appliance failure.
  • Know where the home’s water main shutoff is for when disasters occur to reduce the impact of moisture.

Some signs of damage already existing on the property include unusually high water bills, changes in water pressure, stained or soft drywall, and musty odors that may indicate the presence of mold. When these disasters do strike, contact insurers and licensed restoration professionals as soon as possible to remediate damage and keep the property safe and structurally sound.

Restoring Water Damaged Property with SERVPRO Tools and Techniques

SERVPRO water removal tools mitigate moisture through extraction, air movement, and dehumidification. Moisture extraction with portable or truck-mounted units ensures minimal water remains for air movers and dehumidifiers to counteract, significantly accelerating the drying process.

Other restoration tools in SERVPRO’s distinctive green emergency response vehicles include:

  • Inspection tools like penetrating moisture meters for carpet and non-penetrating sensors for nonporous surfaces and drywall. Thermal imaging cameras are invaluable for finding moisture hidden behind walls, ceilings, and floors.
  • Commercial-grade polyethylene sheeting establishes drying chambers and forces air into tight spaces with air movers. These chambers are especially useful for open floor plans, drying wet hardwood, and drying ceiling cavities and drop ceilings with minimal demolition.
  • Floor cleanup services depend on the material, but carpet and pads are often salvageable with the help of hot water extractors and EPA-registered biocides. Careful extraction, tenting, and drying with air movers and dehumidifiers restore the carpet to a pre-disaster state before being reinstalled and re-seamed by SERVPRO professionals.
  • Odor control tools, including ultra-low volume foggers, pump sprayers, and time-release malodor removal pellets, can combat unpleasant water odors and restore indoor air quality.

IICRC-Certified technicians can implement repairs and fresh paint, among other rebuilding services, to return the affected area to a pre-disaster state free of moisture damage, stains, and odors. Many disasters do not require extensive repair or replacement of structural materials. Still, when it is needed, SERVPRO can replace drywall, carpet, and other home essentials. Belongings are also sanitized, dried, and deodorized.

SERVPRO of Wayne is available around the clock to render mitigation that leaves properties looking and feeling "Like it never even happened." Call the team at (973) 546-4977 for restoration services.

SERVPRO Equipment Salvages Mold Damaged Wayne Properties

9/30/2022 (Permalink)

An employee in personal protective equipment Mold colonies are not always visible. Do you know how to locate hidden mold in your Wayne home? SERVPRO does!

Performing 24/7 Mold Remediation in Wayne

Home mold damage is among the foremost issues tied to disasters around the country. Whether moisture comes in from plumbing failures, flooding, or fire suppression, mold can accelerate growth within 24 to 48 hours. These microbes can eat away at surfaces, provided there is enough moisture. It is often not safe for homeowners to tackle these disasters on their own because mold can negatively affect a property’s structural integrity.

Wayne mold mitigation technicians at SERVPRO can implement mold control strategies 24/7 for property owners. Total mold removal is not achievable due to microbes existing on some level in any given indoor and outdoor space. However, SERVPRO can successfully reduce populations to pre-disaster levels and eliminate the conditions that enable further growth.

Controlling Humidity from Mold Exposure

One of the most crucial factors homeowners can take steps to control is humidity. While disasters can happen at any time, keeping moisture levels low and maintaining sufficient indoor air quality (IAQ) can go a long way toward minimizing mold spores. Relative humidity levels under 50 percent–and ideally under 40 percent–can keep spore growth to a minimum and preserve IAQ.

Try these tactics for keeping moisture levels below the levels necessary for accelerated mold growth:

  • Keep an eye on sources of moisture in the home, mainly showers, baths, humidifiers, and boiling water
  • Maintain bathroom and kitchen range exhaust fans to ensure that they are sufficient for pulling excess humidity out of their respective spaces
  • Have ductwork cleaned and inspected at least once a year, and change air filters every 2 to 3 months, or per manufacturer instructions
  • Consider installing or upgrading home dehumidification to keep the home dry

Bear in mind that excess dryness can also damage wood, drywall, and other surfaces. The key to adequate moisture control is not eliminating moisture. Instead, the goal is to maintain humidity levels so that contents and residents can exist comfortably in the home without worrying about excessive mold growth.

SERVPRO Tools Can Tackle And Contain Mold Damage

SERVPRO takes a comprehensive approach to mold control that includes moisture mitigation, sanitation, odor removal, and rebuilding services per the homeowner’s insurance policy. SERVPRO also performs preliminary inspections, estimates, and plans to implement restoration efficiently. 

Inspection tools include penetrating and non-penetrating moisture sensors and meters and thermal imaging cameras that can help isolate vulnerable areas for spore growth. Technicians can also perform necessary demolition services to remove spore clusters and debris.

Restoration tasks undertaken by SERVPRO professionals include the following:

  • Setting up sealed containment areas and drying chambers with sturdy polyethylene sheeting
  • Spraying and spot-treating surfaces with EPA-registered biocides
  • Drying excess moisture with extractors, centrifugal air movers, and low-grain refrigerant or desiccant dehumidifiers
  • Controlling local air pressure in sealed areas and collecting mold spores with HEPA-filter air scrubbers and vacuums
  • Controlling odors with sprayers, ultra-low volume foggers, scented granules, and other malodor removal tools

SERVPRO equipment and processes are designed to adhere to Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) guidelines for the restoration industry while effectively remediating microbes, odors, and moisture.

When homeowners require restoration, they can count on SERVPRO of Wayne to make it “Like it never even happened.” Call (973) 546-4977 for mitigation from a certified team of mitigation technicians.

Expert Fire Restoration Teams in Wayne Clean and Rebuild Homes

9/27/2022 (Permalink)

Chairs on fire Fire damage remediation by SERVPRO are top-notch. We strive to have your home back to preloss condition ASAP.

After a Kitchen Blaze, You Need Fire Restoration

Sometimes all it takes to start a kitchen fire is the small act of using a different type of cooking oil. Not all oils are the same, and less expensive ones are more likely to catch fire than pricier oils. Their lower flashpoint temperature can leave your kitchen in Wayne needing fire restoration.

Because of the dense smoke caused by an oil fire, your entire home in Wayne might require fire restoration, with the kitchen needing the most work. We perform reconstruction services, so families do not need a second company in addition to one that cleans, performs inventory of losses, and carries out deodorization tasks.

For your kitchen, we can help with restoration, including:

  • Ceramic tile walls and splashboards,
  • Cutting away of charred drywall or green board, and replacing it with like materials, and
  • Making repairs to the ceiling and immediate area above.

The rest of your home might need only a good cleaning with our specialized soot removal tools and cleaning agents. If the fire spread, our reconstruction team also makes sure to rebuild these sections. We want to make your home “Like it never even happened.”

However, because oil-based fires are already burning at a very high temperature, spreading from one area to the next and then out of the kitchen is quite common. If any other sites inside your home show damage, we can also fix this with fire restoration of these areas.

If fire restoration requires the installation of new insulation, we suggest that your family not be at home during this process. Our machinery, while efficient and quite rapid, produces a lot of noise, making it difficult to enjoy regular activities and upsetting for small children. It should not take more than a couple of hours.

Homeowners can reach SERVPRO of Wayne at (973) 546-4977. We are always on-site to take your call and take the confusion out of disasters like this.

Why Choose SERVPRO Over Other Mold Removal Companies in Wayne?

8/21/2022 (Permalink)

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Wayne Residents Can Trust SERVPRO for Mold Remediation and Cleanup

Water damage or HVAC issues within your Wayne property may lead to mildew and black mold development. Many homeowners fail to realize that mold can develop within 48 hours of moisture exposure when the temperatures are ideal and there is an organic food source. Rather than trying to handle mold cleanup on your own, SERVPRO is there with trained technicians and innovative procedures for safely taking care of it for you.

Why choose mold removal companies in Wayne?

SERVPRO wants you to know that many companies advertise mold removal today, but this is false. Removing all mold from any building, commercial or residential, is impossible. The best practice is to focus on mold remediation and sanitize all surfaces, followed by ensuring the moisture issue that was the root cause gets addressed.

SERVPRO is Qualified for Your Mold Cleanup and Restoration Needs

There is a reason why our team of IICRC-certified technicians is trusted throughout Wayne and the surrounding areas. We have proven processes to clean your interior meticulously to address the suspected mold issue.

  • We isolate all contaminated areas with mold remediation by closing windows and doors, sealing entryways, and putting up containment barriers.
  • Mold-damaged and wet materials get removed and disposed of carefully.
  • All surfaces impacted by black mold get a thorough cleaning and drying. We often use HEPA filtration vacuums and air scrubbers to ensure all particulates get handled with care.
  • After the debris removal, mold-impacted areas are treated with a biocide and left to work overnight. Our team returns to encapsulate the space and wrap up the project the next day.

When it comes to mold removal companies, you can only trust the remediation and mold damage repair that SERVPRO of Wayne has to offer. You can reach us by dialing (973) 546-4977.

How Professionals Remediate Flood Damage in West Milford

8/21/2022 (Permalink)

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SERVPRO Turns Around Flood Damage in West Milford

One of the most crucial elements for determining the outcome of water damage is how quickly mitigation began after the initial water loss event in the home.

SERVPRO received a call to handle flood damage in a West Milford home after intense storms rolled through this area of New Jersey. The umbrella from a patio table set blew through a window, and rain poured into a room used as a study.

Why SERVPRO? We serve the local community and arrive faster, no matter if the water loss in the home is the size of a closet or the entire property. We have the equipment and training to mitigate any water damage.

Fast action by the homeowner in calling our technicians gave him an advantage for saving several items that were affected by the water. He had a box of important papers by the window that was soaked. We have several methods for drying documents, and until we ascertained the type of paper and how saturated the papers were, we froze them. Freezing stopped any further damage until we made restoration plans for the documents.

As we extracted moisture from the floor area, we moved the area rug for drying and cleaning to another location. The hardwood flooring underneath the carpet received some water, but because cleanup efforts began so quickly after the event - the boards had no signs of buckling or swelling. We made several passes with our extractor wands to remove as much moisture as possible before drying. Our probes showed no excess moisture in the subfloor.

We used drying mats in tandem with traditionally set up air movers to dry the hardwood floor area in the study. We moved the mats periodically to ensure the floor was evenly dried. We placed the large desk up on blocks for drying as our technician detected elevated moisture levels around the feet of the desk. Once dry, we cleaned and disinfected the surfaces and left the room smelling fresh.

SERVPRO of Wayne is available at (201) 464-8981 to clean up and restore flood damage to your residence. We are available 24/7 to make it "Like it never even happened."

The First Steps in Dealing with West Milford Fire Damage

8/21/2022 (Permalink)

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West Milford Smoke and Fire Restoration

When a fire happens in your family home, there is a good chance you are in a state of shock. After ensuring everyone in residence is safe, you inevitably face the daunting task of cleaning up. A fire in your home is damaging, scary, and unfortunately common. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) estimates over 400,000 structural fires in the United States in 2018.

If you have fire damage in your West Milford home, you should first contact professionals. SERVPRO technicians can help you at all times, day and night. We're Faster to Any Size Disaster.

The damage from blazes and smoke can be extensive, requiring professional recovery services. While you wait for the SERVPRO Technicians to arrive at your residence, there are some things you can do and some things you should avoid. Some of these points are common sense, but you may not be thinking clearly after the trauma of a fire. 

Things to Do

  • Make sure everyone is safe, and remember, safety first. If it is not safe to re-enter the home, you should wait. Stay in contact with the fire marshall.
  • Contact your insurance company.
  • Keep hands clean to avoid more damage by spreading soot and residue.
  • If there is no electricity, keep the fridge door closed. Stay out of the house. The lack of power may indicate an electrical hazard.
  • Double layered cheesecloth over air registers to act as a makeshift filter. 
  • Protect the chrome around your residence by coating it with oil or petroleum jelly to protect unique, personal items.

Things to Avoid

  • Do not walk around the home. Soot particles can embed into carpets.
  • Do not attempt to clean surfaces, artwork, or electrical equipment without first talking to professionals. 
  • Do not eat any non-perishable food items if stored near the fire.
  • Do not turn on ceiling fans in case of electrical damage or to circulate soot.

When the trained SERVPRO professionals arrive, they take over, assess the damage, create an estimate for the insurance adjuster, and begin work on your home. Restoration is better than replacement; we use our cutting-edge equipment and technology to restore your home to preloss condition whenever possible. We make it "Like it never even happened." 

If a fire damages your house, contact SERVPRO of Wayne at (201) 464-8981 to ensure thorough home cleanup.