Signs of a Busted Water Pipe in your Flora Vista home

6/17/2022 (Permalink)

While a large water leak is the most visible sign of a broken pipe, there are other symptoms that homeowners may notice before major water damage occurs. Keep an eye out for the following signs of a pipe burst:

Water Marks

Most pipes run behind the walls and if they’re leaking or burst, they can leave marks on the wall. You may also notice the dampness on the walls or squishy parts.

Fluctuating Water Pressure

When water pressure starts to fluctuate, it could be due to a burst pipe somewhere in the house. Changes in pressure are difficult for your home's plumbing system, and they can cause pipe fittings to break.

Discolored, Smelly Water

Dirt and other impurities can enter the water when underground water pipes rupture. An unnoticed busted pipe will rust over time. The water has a brownish color due to the rust particles. Furthermore, the rust creates a breeding ground for bacteria, which can lead to serious health problems. If the water smells like rotten eggs, it's possible that sewage is leaking.

Noises in the Walls

You shouldn't hear the water if it isn't running anywhere in the house. You're probably hearing water reacting to fluctuating pressure in defective pipes if you hear hissing or gurgling noises inside the walls. In pipes with tiny diameters, the sounds tend to be louder.

High water bill

Small drips from faucets can waste more than 100 gallons of water a year. If your water bill is suddenly out of control without any significant shifts in use, you may have a pipe leaking into the ground or other area of your home.

If you notice signs of a burst pipe, you must act quickly to limit the damage that is done. Contact SERVPRO of Farmington at 970-259-6184.

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• AMRT - Applied Microbial Remediation Technician
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• CCT - Carpet Cleaning Technician
• CMT - Commercial Carpet Maintenance Technician
• CRT - Color Repair Technician
• ECTP - Employee Certification Training Program
• FCT - Floor Care (Hard Surfaces) Technician
• FSRT - Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration Technician
• HST - Health and safety Technician
• IICRC Certified Firm
• LCT - Leather Cleaning Technician
• MSI - Marble and Stone Inspector
• OCT - Odor Control Technician
• OSHA - 10-hour General and/or Construction Industry Training Program
• OSHA - 30-hour General and/or Construction Industry Training Program
• OSHA - Other Training
• RCT - Rug Cleaning Technician
• RRRP - Lead-Based Paint Activities and Renovation
• RRT - Carpet Repair & Reinstallation Technician
• SMT - Stone, Masonry and Ceramic Tile Cleaning Technician
• UFT - Upholstery & Fabric Cleaning Technician
• WRT - Water Damage Restoration Technician

Affiliations

• American Red Cross Disaster Responder program
• Eco Friendly
• FIRELINE CONTENTS CERTIFIED
• IICRC
• Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration
• Restoration Industry Association

Awards

• Certified Graduate Builder (CGB) Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR) Graduate Master Builder (GMB)
• FIRELINE CONTENTS CERTIFIED
• IICRC Applied Structural Drying

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Water Remediation in La Plata, NM

6/17/2022 (Permalink)

Water remediation is defined as the process of repairing or reversing damages caused by water. In other words, it involves cleaning, sanitizing, repairing, and drying damages caused by unwelcomed water in a business or house.

In any case of water damage, it's vital to respond quickly and efficiently to clean up the mess and prevent further damage from occurring. If the damage is not addressed quickly, mold will grow in the affected areas. There must be an organic material such as insulation, drywall, wood, and moisture for this to grow in a home. Mold begins to grow in as little as 24 hours once these two ingredients are provided for the spores.

Inspection of the water loss is the first stage in the remediation process. A professional team will define the type and class of the damages during this procedure, which will help establish the best course of action. Water damage classified as Class 1 occurs when the water has damaged a portion of a room that has yet to absorb considerable concentrations of water, resulting in modest repair costs. A room with Class 2 water damage has been affected, and the walls have begun to soak up the water. Flooding has spread to the ceiling, causing it to become entirely soaked in Class 3 water damage. Water damage in class 4 affects concrete, hardwood floors, and stone, requiring the use of special drying procedures.

When your house has been affected by water damage, call SERVPRO of Farmington at (970) 289-6184 for immediate assistance to minimize more damage and to begin the water removal and restoration process.

Certifications

• AMRT - Applied Microbial Remediation Technician
• ASD - Applied Structural Drying Technician
• CCT - Carpet Cleaning Technician
• CMT - Commercial Carpet Maintenance Technician
• CRT - Color Repair Technician
• ECTP - Employee Certification Training Program
• FCT - Floor Care (Hard Surfaces) Technician
• FSRT - Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration Technician
• HST - Health and safety Technician
• IICRC Certified Firm
• LCT - Leather Cleaning Technician
• MSI - Marble and Stone Inspector
• OCT - Odor Control Technician
• OSHA - 10-hour General and/or Construction Industry Training Program
• OSHA - 30-hour General and/or Construction Industry Training Program
• OSHA - Other Training
• RCT - Rug Cleaning Technician
• RRRP - Lead-Based Paint Activities and Renovation
• RRT - Carpet Repair & Reinstallation Technician
• SMT - Stone, Masonry and Ceramic Tile Cleaning Technician
• UFT - Upholstery & Fabric Cleaning Technician
• WRT - Water Damage Restoration Technician

Affiliations

• American Red Cross Disaster Responder program
• Eco Friendly
• FIRELINE CONTENTS CERTIFIED
• IICRC
• Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration
• Restoration Industry Association

Awards

• Certified Graduate Builder (CGB) Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR) Graduate Master Builder (GMB)
• FIRELINE CONTENTS CERTIFIED
• IICRC Applied Structural Drying

For an Estimate or Emergency Services-Call us at 970-259-6184

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Water Damage in Aztec from a Leaky Water Heater

6/30/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO TIP:  Inspect Your Water Heater Periodically to Avert Water Damage 

Have you checked your Phoenix water heater lately for signs of suspicious moisture? It can take the form of excess condensation on the heater’s surface or drops of water on the floor around it or in the catch pan. The team at SERVPRO is often called in to deal with a flooded basement caused by a worn out water heater.

The useful life of a water heater is about 8 to 12 years, according to experts. At that point, tiny cracks develop, metal deteriorates, and rust forms. A wise homeowner regularly inspects the heater for signs of wear and the basement for evidence of water leaks or damage.

Standing water is a sure sign of a problem. But you can catch a leak in its early stages by checking for less obvious indicators, including:  

Moldy, musty smells along the walls or coming from boxes stored on the floor

Telltale stains on floors, walls, and ceilings, including rust

Warped, lifted floor tiles

Peeling paint

Excess condensation on the water heater    

If you see any of these danger signs, call SERVPRO of Farmington / Aztec / Bloomfield. We have the expertise and the equipment to remove the water, dry and dehumidify your rooms, and then clean, repair and restore them to make them livable again. We start with a comprehensive inspection and assessment of your basement.

Water damage can be so pervasive; it takes professional equipment to get your home dry. Our industrial strength pumps extract the standing water quickly. By removing as much water as possible, we speed up the drying time significantly. 

After extraction, we deal with the moisture in the air. Powerful air movers blow damp air out. These are used in conjunction with dehumidifiers that remove water vapor and reduce humidity. Once the basement is dry enough, we clean up the damage, restore wherever possible, and replace when necessary. The result looks “Like it never even happened.”

SERVPRO® of Farmington / Aztec / Bloomfield is here to help you 24/7/365 with any type of water or flood damage and restoration issue.

Please call us at 505-327-3340

Sewage Clean-up

6/23/2021 (Permalink)

Sewage is one of the most dangerous substances to enter homes or buildings. It contains fungi, bacteria and viruses, many of which are disease-causing. Unfortunately, many people fail to understand the hazards that sewage presents, particularly for the very young or very old, or for those with compromised immune systems or respiratory problems.

Here are the key principles homeowners should know about sewage back-ups:

Sewage contains a variety of pathogenic – disease causing – fungi, bacteria, viruses and parasites. Anyone who works on sewage losses must have updated vaccinations, including one for Hepatitis B.

Sewage exposure is particularly dangerous for people with weakened immune systems, including anyone under two or over 60, those who are pregnant, ill, recovering from surgery, on prescription drugs or chemotherapy, or are AIDS victims.

It is not safe to stay in a building that’s flooded with sewage unless the contaminated area can be completely sealed off and placed under controlled air flow so that there will be no cross contamination of unaffected areas.

Highly absorbent sewage-saturated materials, such as carpet, pad, upholstery, bedding, wicker, paper or even fabrics that can’t be washed in hot water (130°F/54°C) for at least 10 minutes, must be contained and disposed of properly.  This goes for sewage-saturated drywall, insulation and several other structural materials too.  There’s simply too great a health risk involved if any of these materials are dried in place and cleaned only.

Only the most highly trained professionals should attempt sewage remediation work.

SERVPRO® of Farmington / Aztec / Bloomfield is here to help you 24/7/365 with any type of water or flood damage and restoration issue.

Please call us at 505-327-3340

TAKE THESE STEPS TO PREVENT FROZEN PIPES THIS WINTER

6/16/2021 (Permalink)

If you’ve never experienced the disasters frozen pipes can cause, such as bursting and flooding, you probably don’t pay much mind to taking care of your water pipes. But ask anyone who has ever dealt with frozen pipes, and they’ll tell you the preventative maintenance is definitely worth it. In a modern age where almost everything is climate controlled, it’s easy to forget that pipes run through spaces that can get chilly enough for them to freeze.

Frozen pipes can cause costly water damage.

The last thing you want is costly water damage caused by burst pipes. So make sure you take the following steps in order to prevent frozen pipes this winter.

Preventing Frozen Pipes and Water Damage

Be well-versed in these steps, and you won’t have to worry about a pipe catastrophe when the temperatures drop.

Insulate: Insulating the spaces your pipes run through, such as attics, crawl spaces and basements will prevent those spaces from dropping below freezing. If you can’t insulate the spaces, consider insulating your pipes. Insulation is the easiest step of preventative maintenance against frozen pipes.

Climate Control: If you leave your home for an extended period of time, you might think to turn off the heat if no one will be there. However, if temperatures drop low enough, your home can become cool enough for frozen pipes. So if you do leave, keep the thermostat on at least 55°F so that you don’t come back to unsightly water damage.

Faucets: When you know temperatures are below freezing outside, open your facets just a bit to allow them to drip. Running water through the pipes will help prevent them from freezing.

Seal: Make sure your doors, windows, and foundation are sealed against air leaks. Besides driving your energy bill up, letting the warm air out can let the temperature drop low enough (in some areas) for pipes to freeze.

SERVPRO® of Farmington / Aztec / Bloomfield is here to help you 24/7/365 with any type of water or flood damage and restoration issue.

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Why you should call a professional water damage restoration company

6/4/2021 (Permalink)

A water damage restoration service is the kind of professional that no one wants to call, but when they are needed, it is important not to delay. Homeowners know that moisture is often the enemy, capable of penetrating into just about any space, and taking advantage of every little crack and structural problem. No matter how moisture gets into the building, the response should be the same. Bring in a certified firm as soon as possible to clean the home, dry it, and ensure there are no lingering health threats once the moisture is gone.

If water has entered the home through a contaminated source, don’t try to handle it on your own. Floods and sewage backflows contain a cocktail of deadly bacteria, viruses and fungi, and even momentary skin contact can leave a person seriously ill. A certified water damage restoration service not only has the tools to eliminate the moisture, they have the protective equipment to remain free from harm.

Restoration technicians have a lot of technology at their disposal. These include powerful vacuums and pumping systems, high volume air movers, dehumidifiers, heat injectors, moisture meters, and a number of detergents formulated for destroying fungi and other microbial threats. While the technicians work on the building, disposing of compromised materials, and drying the rest, they will also destroy all mold and microbial colonies. This is the only way to ensure a home is safe to live, and a business safe to work in; any other cleaning method is a dangerous gamble.

SERVPRO® of Farmington / Aztec / Bloomfield is here to help you 24/7/365 with any type of water or flood damage and restoration issue.

Please call us at 505-327-3340