Recent General Posts
Protecting Your Home During a Flood: Interim Measures
12/2/2024 (Permalink)
Flooding can cause significant damage to your home. While professional restoration services are the best solution for long-term recovery, there are immediate steps you can take to minimize damage until help arrives.
Here are some tips:
Safety First:
- Prioritize your safety and the safety of your family. Evacuate if instructed by local authorities.
- Avoid walking through floodwaters, as they may contain contaminants.
Document the Damage:
- Take photos and videos of the damage to your home and belongings. This documentation can be helpful for insurance claims.
Turn Off Utilities:
- If it’s safe to do so, turn off the electricity, gas, and water at the main switches to prevent further damage and hazards.
Remove Water and Moisture:
- If the water level is low, use pumps or buckets to remove water from your home.
- Open windows and doors to allow air to circulate and help dry out the affected areas.
Prevent Mold Growth:
- Remove water-damaged materials like drywall, carpeting, and insulation.
- Use fans and dehumidifiers to reduce humidity levels.
- Clean and disinfect affected areas to prevent mold growth.
Remember: It's important to contact a professional restoration company as soon as possible to assess the damage and initiate the restoration process. They have the expertise and equipment to properly dry out your home and prevent further damage.
SERVPRO Team Cuthbertson: Proud Sponsors of the Tennessee Volunteers
12/2/2024 (Permalink)
We're excited to announce that SERVPRO Team Cuthbertson is proud to be an official sponsor of the Tennessee Volunteers for the 2024-2025 season!
As a local business dedicated to restoring damage and rebuilding lives, we’re thrilled to support the Tennessee Volunteers and their passionate fanbase. We believe in the power of teamwork, resilience, and community, values that align perfectly with our own.
We’re committed to helping our community, and this sponsorship is just one way we're doing that. By supporting the Tennessee Volunteers, we're not only cheering on our favorite team, but we’re also investing in the future of our state.
About SERVPRO Team Cuthbertson: SERVPRO Team Cuthbertson is a locally owned and operated business specializing in disaster restoration and cleanup services. We're here to help you with water damage, fire damage, mold remediation, and more.
Contact us today to learn more about our services or to schedule an appointment.
Ensuring Turkey Fryer Safety for the Holidays
12/13/2023 (Permalink)
The holidays are a time for family, friends, and of course, a delicious turkey feast. While many families enjoy the tradition of deep-frying their turkeys, it is important to be aware of the potential safety hazards involved. SERVPRO, a leading provider of fire damage restoration services, is committed to helping families have a safe and enjoyable holiday season by providing turkey fryer safety tips.
Turkey Fryer Safety Tips Choose the Right Fryer:
Always use a turkey fryer specifically designed for outdoor use. Never use an indoor turkey fryer, as they pose a high risk of fire.
Use a Safe Location: Place your turkey fryer at least 10 feet away from any structures or combustible materials. Never operate a turkey fryer in a garage, shed, or any enclosed area.
Keep Away from Flammables: Keep any flammable materials, such as propane tanks, gasoline, or lighter fluid, away from your turkey fryer.
Fill with Proper Oil: Use only the recommended type of oil for your turkey fryer. Never overfill the fryer, as this can increase the risk of overflowing.
Thaw the Turkey Completely: A partially frozen turkey can cause the oil to splatter and ignite. Always thaw your turkey completely before frying.
Lower the Turkey Slowly: Slowly lower the turkey into the hot oil to avoid splattering.
Never Leave the Fryer Unattended: Never leave a turkey fryer unattended while it is in operation. Always have a fire extinguisher nearby in case of an emergency.
Dispose of Oil Properly: Once the turkey is cooked, allow the oil to cool completely before disposing of it. Never pour hot oil down the drain.
SERVPRO's Commitment to Safety SERVPRO is committed to helping families have a safe and enjoyable holiday season by providing turkey fryer safety tips and fire damage restoration services in case of an emergency. With over 50 years of experience, SERVPRO has the expertise and resources to help you recover from a fire quickly and efficiently.
Enjoy a Safe and Happy Holiday Season
By following these turkey fryer safety tips, you can help prevent fires and ensure a safe and happy holiday for you and your family. SERVPRO wishes you a safe and enjoyable holiday season!
Ensuring Turkey Fryer Safety for the Holidays
12/7/2023 (Permalink)
The holidays are a time for family, friends, and of course, a delicious turkey feast. While many families enjoy the tradition of deep-frying their turkeys, it is important to be aware of the potential safety hazards involved. SERVPRO, a leading provider of fire damage restoration services, is committed to helping families have a safe and enjoyable holiday season by providing turkey fryer safety tips.
Turkey Fryer Safety Tips
- Choose the Right Fryer: Always use a turkey fryer specifically designed for outdoor use. Never use an indoor turkey fryer, as they pose a high risk of fire.
- Use a Safe Location: Place your turkey fryer at least 10 feet away from any structures or combustible materials. Never operate a turkey fryer in a garage, shed, or any enclosed area.
- Keep Away from Flammables: Keep any flammable materials, such as propane tanks, gasoline, or lighter fluid, away from your turkey fryer.
- Fill with Proper Oil: Use only the recommended type of oil for your turkey fryer. Never overfill the fryer, as this can increase the risk of overflowing.
- Thaw the Turkey Completely: A partially frozen turkey can cause the oil to splatter and ignite. Always thaw your turkey completely before frying.
- Lower the Turkey Slowly: Slowly lower the turkey into the hot oil to avoid splattering.
- Never Leave the Fryer Unattended: Never leave a turkey fryer unattended while it is in operation. Always have a fire extinguisher nearby in case of an emergency.
- Dispose of Oil Properly: Once the turkey is cooked, allow the oil to cool completely before disposing of it. Never pour hot oil down the drain.
SERVPRO's Commitment to Safety
SERVPRO is committed to helping families have a safe and enjoyable holiday season by providing turkey fryer safety tips and fire damage restoration services in case of an emergency. With over 50 years of experience, SERVPRO has the expertise and resources to help you recover from a fire quickly and efficiently.
Enjoy a Safe and Happy Holiday Season
By following these turkey fryer safety tips, you can help prevent fires and ensure a safe and happy holiday for you and your family. SERVPRO wishes you a safe and enjoyable holiday season!
How To Clean A Crawlspace- Chattanooga, TN 37314
12/14/2018 (Permalink)
In order to keep your crawlspace dry, you must dry it under negative pressure, meaning to dry it through suction, rather than blowing air in it. The suction drying technique is based on a dehumidifier drying the air in the room at the same time as a turbine creates a high negative pressure in the structure. In other words, in order for negative pressure to be present, more air must be removed from the crawlspace than is added to the space. If positive pressure is used to dry a crawlspace, exfiltration will occur, pushing particulate and odors into the living space of the structure.
Even the cleanest crawlspace is filled with dust, mold spores, dead insects, or worse. Our SERVPRO of Chattanooga professionals use a manometer to verify the negative pressure.
Why should you call a professional to clean out your crawlspace? For one, crawlspaces are dangerous places that must be entered with the right safety gear. If there is mold or other contaminants present, you must use the correct equipment and chemicals to clean and dry the area. If you need to inspect and clean your crawlspace, SERVPRO of Chattanooga is available 24/7.
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