Kitchen fires are the leading cause of damage in the United States

2/23/2023 (Permalink)

Fires can happen, SERVPRO is Here to Help make fire damage "Like it never even happened."

We’re only human, we can all make mistakes. Kitchen fires are the leading cause of home fires in the United States. Our teams in Mankato and Owatonna have been restoring fire and smoke damage in homes and commercial buildings for years. We take everything into consideration when assisting with a fire loss. The source of how the fire was started, what was burned, and how far the soot and smoke have traveled can vary in the restoration process.

Our technicians are trained and certified by the Institute of Inspection and Restoration Certification (IICRC). We use the following methods/equipment to complete the restoration needed for your unique situation:

• HEPA Air Scrubbers
• Air Duct Cleaning and Sanitizing
• Ozone Generators
• Thermal Fogging
• Vaper modifications
• Hydroxyl Generator
• Specific Cleaning Solutions designed to remove smoke and soot particles from all kinds of material.

Our crews at SERVPRO of Mankato/Owatonna are certified, experienced, and super talented at making fire damage disasters turn into a slogan we live by, “Like it never even happened.” With the combination of our skilled team leaders, effective solutions, and industrial-grade equipment, you can rely on Mankato/Owatonna to restore any fire damage to pre-fire damage condition simply by calling us as soon as it is safe to do so at @507-200-3700

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

SERVPRO is your trusted restoration provider for all mold, and microbial growth issues

2/23/2023 (Permalink)

SERVPRO technicians always win at the game that mold often likes to play, -Hide-and-Seek

With sensational news stories and misleading advertising, you can easily understand why so many people are misinformed about indoor mold. Mold, microbial growth, and mildew -they all sound scary, however, some molds are not a bad thing. Take Penicillium, for instance, which is used in the production of some types of cheese. Did you also know mold is everywhere in the atmosphere? Our technicians know a thing or two, actually, we know a thousand things about mold because we have been in the classes, receive continuously updated training and certifications, and because we’ve assisted so many customers with mold remediation throughout the years.

Mold testing

We have the skills, tools, and incredible equipment to detect, find and eliminate mold and our technicians always win at the game that mold often likes to play, -Hide-and-Seek. While using our techy-testing equipment, we can capture which types of mold are in your environment and create the most effective and safe plan of action for the remediation of mold in your property.

Mold containment

When needed, our technicians use different types of containment procedures to prevent the spread of mold and keep it contained in the area that’s affected. We may use negative air chambers to isolate the contained area with physical barriers. I know, it sounds complex, but our technicians will explain this on-site so you can understand why we take such measures in helping our customers feel safe in the environment they’re in.

Air Filtration

Our technicians will use powerful-industrial grade air scrubbers and HEPA vacuums to prevent the spread of mold spores. These air filtration machines capture the microscopic mold spores out of the air. They are, "beasts of machines," and we enjoy having this top-of-the-line industrial equipment.

Air Duct Cleaning and Sanitizing

Whenever microbial growth is present in a home or a business, we always suggest getting the air ducts thoroughly cleaned to prevent any mold spores from spreading and creating another problem in other areas of your home or commercial property.

The actions listed above are just some of the services we can provide when you’re faced with a microbial growth issue. Yes, there is more! Call us today if you suspect mold, microbial growth, or any amount of excess moisture. We are Here to Help. You can reach us 24/7/52 @ 507-200-3700

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

24/7/52 Services that are always available for you

2/23/2023 (Permalink)

Count on SERVPRO to have your back, even while on vacation!

Our teams are available 24/7/52 for you!

SERVPRO of Mankato / Owatonna has the expertise and equipment to properly restore your property after floods, leaks, and more. With our experience and scientific approach to water removal and water damage cleanup, we can dry and restore your home or business after any size disaster. Not only are we Certified by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration (IICRC) but we have loads of experience and stellar skills and tools to get the job done right.

            “We were on vacation and had our neighbor routinely check on our home and a pipe had burst in our basement. She felt so bad this happened on her watch. She had no idea how to clean it up or what to do. I asked our neighbor to remain calm, take a few breaths of air, and then turn our water main off. With bad cell phone reception in a different country, I remembered I had a magnet on my fridge given to me by technicians at the Steele County fair in Owatonna and asked her to call them. I was so glad I kept that magnet because it literally saved my home from so much damage. They helped dry my house, fix the issues, called the plumber for me, and kept me informed on every step of the process through emails. They even helped with insurance paperwork, the communications with my agent and adjuster. I was so relieved for all their help and won’t hesitate to call them again should I need to.”

Water damage happens at all times of the year, day or night which is why our Mankato/Owatonna professionals are on call 24/7/52. If you experience the above scenario, don’t hesitate to call us for emergency water/flood damage restoration services at 507-200-3700.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

WEATHER doesn’t always COOPERATE with our EXPECTATIONS.

2/23/2023 (Permalink)

Another Win for SERVPRO vs Winter Snow Storms

Weather doesn’t always cooperate with our expectations. Storm damage happens at all times of the year in Blue Earth and Steele counties. Mankato/Owatonna technicians combat all storm-related water damage.

Here’s the truth… Water and storm damage causes significant damage the longer it sits in your home or business which is why it is so important you call a professional restoration company like SERVPRO right away. The sooner you call us, the sooner our technicians can prevent secondary damage such as microbial growth (mold) from happening which in turn, saves you and your insurance company $ money $. 

All seasons, all year round (365), 24 hours a day, we're available and Here to Help make water damage “Like it never even happened.” We service everyone who needs help with water damage restorations services:

• Small Office Buildings
• Large Office Buildings
• Non-profit buildings
• High-Rise Office Buildings
• Apartment Buildings
• Restaurants
• Hotel/Motels
• Small Retail Stores
• Large Retail/Big-Box Stores
• Any Size Residential home
• High-Rise Residential
• Manufacturing & Industrial
• Government/Military
• And more…

If a county-wide storm disaster hit the area, we can help everyone. When choosing SERVPRO of Mankato/Owatonna you don’t just get our independently owned and operated franchise, you also get our incredibly large resources. We can call upon the strategically placed SERVPRO disaster teams throughout the United States and Canada and ensure everyone is helped. Choosing a professional restoration company like Mankato/Owatonna is the right call to make. Call us at 507-200-3700

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Trained and Certifiably ready to handle any size MESS you may experience.

2/23/2023 (Permalink)

Rely on SERVPRO to take care of all the imaginable and unimaginable messes!

CLEANING BLOG

SERVPRO is the number 1 rated professional restoration and clean-up company in the Mankato, Waseca and Owatonna areas. The cornerstone of our business is not just limited to water and fire damage restoration.

Ever wonder who cleans up the mess after a crime scene? Ever wonder how or when that graffiti was removed from a storefront? Yes, that’s us. For years SERVPRO has been cleaning up the area you live! Listed below, you can see for yourself, all of expertise services we provide that is not limited to:

• Sewage backups
• Crime scene residues
• Suicide/death accidents
• Homicide cleanups
• Blood cleanup
• Accident cleanup
• Hoarding scenes
• Animal waste/remains
• Odor removal
• Chemical spills
• Tear gas cleanup
• Meth lab cleanup
• Pathogen cleaning like (Covid19)
• SERVPRO Certified Clean programs
• And more…

At SERVPRO, our technicians are trained and certified to professionally clean any mess you can imagine. Our training has produced proven results in all the services we perform. We are Here to Help you, your family, and your business with all Fire & Water damage Clean-up and Restoration.We’re always available to take your call 24/7/52 at 507-200-3700.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Commercial restoration available for all businesses

2/23/2023 (Permalink)

All commercial properties can suffer water damage. Thankfully, SERVPRO is Here to Help

When fire and water damage threatens your business, we are Here to Help you take it back.

If you experience a flood at your business it is crucial you call us immediately. The longer the damage sits in your commercial building, the increased chances of lost revenue begins to threaten your business. When you call our offices, our friendly staff will ask you several questions, alert our crews and assemble all we need to help you and save your business from having to permanently close your doors. We really do live by the slogans on our bright green trucks. We are “Faster to any size disaster” because we understand how fast water and fire damage can spread into secondary damage.

When our professionals arrive on site, we inspect and assess the damages and get right to work. You may see technicians heading in several different directions with the speed of lighting and you may want to help too. That’s okay with us, as long as it is safe to do so. We understand when faced with a tragic event of water or fire damage, it can be devastating. After all, this is your business, and sometimes people refer to their business as their baby, their livelihood, their life.

We understand the stress and chaos you may feel when faced with these disasters. So, sometimes we may need to do the following best practices to ensure the best restoration outcome:

• Pack outs- this is required when we know we can save particular items that are important to your business, but they also require to be stored in a secured temporary location.
• Set up containment areas -To protect your business from further damage
• Remove hazards that could be harmful to you or your employees.
• Mitigate any damage caused by the incident.
• Bring in specialized equipment to start the restoration process

We will keep you informed on every step of the process, communicate with your insurance company, and provide all documentation needed. We will treat your business, its contents, and employees with the same care and consideration as our own business.

If your business is affected at an extreme level, we’ll help with an offsite location. For instance, just because your business has suffered a major water loss, doesn’t mean we can’t find a way to provide a pop-up sale with tents, banners, and the help of social media marketing a special event. Our team is dedicated to helping our community in any way we can.

SERVPRO has your back 24/7/52. If your business experiences damage from a storm, a water loss, or fire/smoke damage, call us at 507-200-3700.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Commercial restoration available for all businesses

2/23/2023 (Permalink)

All commercial properties can suffer water damage. Thankfully, SERVPRO is Here to Help

When fire and water damage threatens your business, we are Here to Help you take it back.

If you experience a flood at your business it is crucial you call us immediately. The longer the damage sits in your commercial building, the increased chances of lost revenue begins to threaten your business. When you call our offices, our friendly staff will ask you several questions, alert our crews and assemble all we need to help you and save your business from having to permanently close your doors. We really do live by the slogans on our bright green trucks. We are “Faster to any size disaster” because we understand how fast water and fire damage can spread into secondary damage.

When our professionals arrive on site, we inspect and assess the damages and get right to work. You may see technicians heading in several different directions with the speed of lighting and you may want to help too. That’s okay with us, as long as it is safe to do so. We understand when faced with a tragic event of water or fire damage, it can be devastating. After all, this is your business, and sometimes people refer to their business as their baby, their livelihood, their life.

We understand the stress and chaos you may feel when faced with these disasters. So, sometimes we may need to do the following best practices to ensure the best restoration outcome:

• Pack outs- this is required when we know we can save particular items that are important to your business, but they also require to be stored in a secured temporary location.
• Set up containment areas -To protect your business from further damage
• Remove hazards that could be harmful to you or your employees.
• Mitigate any damage caused by the incident.
• Bring in specialized equipment to start the restoration process

We will keep you informed on every step of the process, communicate with your insurance company, and provide all documentation needed. We will treat your business, its contents, and employees with the same care and consideration as our own business.

If your business is affected at an extreme level, we’ll help with an offsite location. For instance, just because your business has suffered a major water loss, doesn’t mean we can’t find a way to provide a pop-up sale with tents, banners, and the help of social media marketing a special event. Our team is dedicated to helping our community in any way we can.

SERVPRO has your back 24/7/52. If your business experiences damage from a storm, a water loss, or fire/smoke damage, call us at 507-200-3700.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Preventing Frozen Pipes

12/19/2022 (Permalink)

Preventing Frozen Pipes in the Mankato/Owatonna Areas

SERVPRO of Mankato/Owatonna has been providing restoration services for families and businesses for years. We believe it is our job to ensure our community doesn’t have to face water or fire damage emergencies alone.

If a pipe bursts inside your home, it can lead to thousands of dollars in repairs. Calling SERVPRO can reduce those costs and prevent secondary damage from occurring.  

•   It is always a good idea to leave the kitchen cabinet and vanity doors open where pipes are located 
•   Making sure your thermostat is set to a minimum of 55 degrees will help prevent frozen pipes from freezing
• Drip water from faucet to prevent the freeze
• Insulate pipes in unheated areas

When frozen pipes burst, the damage is not limited to just the plumbing. Drywall, ceilings, floors, and the contents of your home also suffer significant damage. SERVPRO of Mankato/Owatonna is Here to Help ®

LET’S FACE IT

Water is a force of nature; therefore, it is heavy and will do extensive damage spreading throughout your home. It is important that you call us right away so we can prevent further damage from happening, save as much of your property and contents as possible, and keep costs down.

SERVPRO of Mankato/Owatonna is available 24/7/52. If you suspect a pipe has burst, call us immediately. If a blizzard forces a large tree into your roof, call us now. If you see water stains on your ceiling, still call us.

We work directly with your insurance company (handling the paperwork and communications), and keep you updated on all steps of the restoration process to ensure a stress-free restoration from start to finish.

Because SERVPRO is no stranger to water damage restoration: we are HERE to HELP ® make the disaster “Like it never even happened.” Call us at 507-200-3700 for fast, reliable, and friendly restoration services.  

Franchises are independently owned and operated

SERVPRO wants everyone to stay safe this holiday season

12/19/2022 (Permalink)

Holiday safety tips are essential in preventing home fire damage

SERVPRO of Mankato/Owatonna wants everyone to be safe this holiday season. We understand accidents can happen and we have also witnessed many home fires that could have been preventable.

• Fresh trees require additional safety precautions
• Always place your tree away from any heat sources
• Ensure all lighting equipment used is safe, up to code and be sure to plug into GFCI circuit protector
• We remember all the emergency service calls we have received over the years, and we could provide thousands of examples but it’s much easier to take the necessary precautions to prevent fires from happening at all.
• Don't forget to water the tree. Making a reminder on you phone can help prevent your tree from getting dry. 
• Unplug your tree lights when not home or while your unable to supervise. Animals are curious

Download the Winter Holiday Safety tip sheet from the National Fire Protection Association here to keep you and your family (pets included) safe this Holiday season. To keep children busy while reading this important life-saving literature you can print out these coloring pages also provided by the NFPA here.

Emergencies happen. SERVPRO of Mankato/Owatonna is Here to Help make fire damage "Like it never even happened." Call us today at 507-200-3700 for fast, reliable, experienced water and fire damage restoration services.

Franchises are independently owned and operated

Mold tends to hide wherever it can

12/1/2022 (Permalink)

Mold hides behind a bathroom mirror causing significant damage

SERVPRO of Mankato/Owatonna and our crews have been remediating/mitigating mold for many years and we have the advanced experience, equipment, technology, and certified skills to attack any mold of any concern. Most people tend to scare easily at just the word "Mold" however, mold is present everywhere, even in outer space. Of course, the mold was in a space station, but it just goes to prove, it is everywhere.

Mold fact: Mold spores are microscopic and float along in the air and may enter your home through windows, doors, or AC/heating systems or even hitch a ride indoors on your clothing or a pet.

Mold is everywhere. Mold requires water, food, and oxygen to grow. It also requires an environment with a temperature it can survive. While mold cannot spread without these conditions, its spores may survive in a dormant state.

The culprit(s). Excess moisture or a leak is usually the culprit behind mold colonies. In many cases, humidity is the key factor in the spread of mold. If your humidity level is above 45% you should think about running a dehumidifier.

Detecting mold. Proper advanced tools are sometimes needed to locate mold. It's one thing to visibly see the mold, but that's not always the case. if you have allergies that act up in certain areas of your home or commercial building, now is the perfect time to call for a professional inspection. 

Rest assured because SERVPRO of Mankato/Owatonna is Here to Help you with our advanced technology, industrial-grade equipment, advanced testing, and superbly-trained-certified and caring technicians. 

Every mold damage scenario is different and requires a unique solution, but the general mold remediation process stays the same. Learn more about our mold remediation process.

• Emergency Contact - (507) 200-3700 Calling us is always the first step ;)
• Inspection of Mold Damage. A free-no cost assessment of your unique situation
• Mold Containment-Preparing to prevent further mold spores to travel and create further damage
• Air Filtration-advanced industrial-grade equipment are used to prevent further travel and catch as many of the mold spores making the areas breathable again.
• Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials-removing mold is necessary, and certain types of materials and surfaces must be cleaned accordingly. 
• Cleaning Contents and Belongings-all surfaces and contents must be addressed differently and once we've established what type of mold you could possibly have; a plan of action is put into place. 

If you suspect any mold or a musty smell in your home or office, do not hesitate to call us at 507-200-3700 for a free inspection. We will arrive quickly and prepared to help in every way possible. Our number one goal is helping to make any property damage, whether from mold, water/fire, or storm damage a thing of the past.