Emergency kit for Evacuation for the Deaf, Blind and Service Animals

9/6/2022 (Permalink)

Low vision or hearing loss may make a power outage more difficult in Boulder and evacuation more challenging.

SERVPRO of Guelph has these tips:

Have an evacuation emergency kit ready.

For people who have low hearing or deafness, consider the following:

• Extra batteries for hearing aids
• TTY (teletypewriter)
• If you Sign, have a pen and paper for people who do not know Sign
• Backup batteries for any augmentative communication devices

For people who have low vision or blindness, consider the following:

• Use large-print or Braille on labels
• Magnifiers or other assistive devices
• White cane (if you use one)

Storm damage makes life more difficult for service animals too.

For people who have service animals, consider the following: 

• Food, water, and other supplies
• Tell emergency responders that your service animal travels with you
• Shelters and other buildings may not refuse entry to a service animal 

SERVPRO of Guelph

(519) 820-0858

What to do if you have PTSD in Thunderstorms...

9/6/2022 (Permalink)

Did you know that almost 7% of people in the U.S. have suffered from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

People who have PTSD may experience panic during thunderstorms. Thunderstorms and lightning can set off  a person’s alarm bells.

SERVPRO of Guelph offers these guides to coping with PTSD during storms: 

The best strategy is to be prepared.

• Take care of your emotional health. See a therapist. Learn relaxation exercises. When you feel anxious, you can relax yourself
• Know when a thunderstorm is likely. Plan what you will do during a thunderstorm  
• Take care of your physical health. Eat a healthy diet. Get enough sleep. Do not rely on alcohol or other drugs.  

During a Thunderstorm...

• Slow down your breathing
• Look around. Notice where you are. Notice that you are in a safe place
• Distract yourself from the storm. Wear headphones and listen to music. Sit in a pop-up tent
• Talk with someone you trust

All of this can be compounded if the storm generates damage to your home or office. Sometimes flooding occurs, while other times you may spring a leak. If this happens, give SERVPRO of Guelph a call and we can make the water damage “Like it never even happened.”

When flooding hits, SERVPRO of Guelph is ready!

8/22/2022 (Permalink)

Severe weather refers to any meteorological phenomena with the potential to cause damage. These could include Wind, Hail, Water, Wildfires, Thunderstorms, Downbursts, Tornadoes, Ice Storms etc.

When the flood water recede, and you are in the middle of a disaster with multiple communities damaged it can be difficult to make the right decisions. Your thoughts are usually filled with, now what? How am I going to deal with this? Who can I call for help?

Call SERVPRO of Guelph! We are centrally located and service Guelph, Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo and all surrounding communities. Our storm teams are always available and ready to assist.

If your community has been affected by storm damage, know the SERVPRO of Guelph will be there to help.

Call (519) 837-8787 24/7   

Surviving an Unexpected Flood...

6/3/2022 (Permalink)

Storm Damage Tips

We live in a world where mother nature has a mind of her own at times, and natural disaster can strike at anytime and can ruin the "normalcy" of the life we once had. The nice furniture, flooring, and decor that once occupied our home, now washed away by water. Whether the flooding that has occurred in your home was because of a pipe bursting, a sewer backup, faulty appliance, a heavy rain or even rising floodwaters, there are important steps you should take in order to keep you and your family safe. 

After any water damage situation, your primary focus should be safety:

• Is it safe to stay in the house?
• Electrical and "slip and fall" hazards are some of the most prevalent concerns.
• Only do activities that are safe for you to perform.
• Wet materials can be VERY heavy. Be careful!

You and your family may not even be thinking about flooding, but rather tornado damage or hurricane damage. But with any severe storm or rain there is always a chance of flooding. Here at SERVPRO® of Guelph we want you to be as prepared and safe as possible, therefore we put together some do and don'ts to put into practice after you have encountered flooding within your home.

What To Do After Flooding

• Remove excess water by mopping and blotting.
• Wipe excess water from wood furniture after removal of lamps and tabletop items.
• Remove and prop wet upholstery and cushions.
• Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
• Turn air conditioning on for maximum drying in summer.
• Remove colored rugs from wet carpeting.
• Remove art objects to a safe, dry place.
• Gather loose items from floors.

What NOT To Do After Flooding

• Don't leave wet fabrics in place. Hang furs and leather goods.
• Don't leave books, magazines or other colored items on wet carpet or floors.
• Don't use your household vacuum to remove water.
• Don't use television or other household appliances.
• Don't turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet, and keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging.

 Reminders:

1. Do not panic, take a breath and understand that although today feels like the worst day ever. Things WILL get better.
2. Keep safety always at the forefront of your mind (stop the water source, shut all electricity off, etc.)
3. Call SERVPRO in order to get things clean, dry and back to beautiful as quickly as possible.

 Why SERVPRO?

• 24-Hour Emergency Service
• Faster to Any Size Disaster
• Highly Trained Water Restoration Technicians
• A Trusted Leader in the Water Restoration Industry
• Locally Owned and Operated
• Advanced Water Inspection, Extraction, and Drying Equipment

When the Storm rolls out, SERVPRO of Guelph rolls in!

5/24/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Guelph, HERE TO HELP

When you are in the middle of a crisis, it can be difficult to make the right decision. If your home is on fire, the first thing you should do is call 911. If a storm has dropped a power line in front of your office, you would call the power company. These choices are rational, normal choices but whom would you call after the fire is out? Who do you call after the storm ends and you notice the damage is worse than you thought?  The water and fire damage have affected your property, lightning damaged your siding, wind blew off your shingles, or a tree fell and caused damage.

You call SERVPRO® of Guelph! We service Guelph, Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo and surrounding communities. Our Team is efficient, experienced, and we are open 24/7. We have a trained team of IICRC certified professionals who can take care of water damage, storm damage, fire and smoke damage, and flood damage. SERVPRO® of Guelph comes when you call, and we show up ready to work.

Our Storms Teams are ready to roll in when the storm rolls out. Call SERVPRO® of Guelph if a storm has caused damage to your home or business 24/7 (519) 837-8787

Know what to do and who to call before you need us...

4/8/2022 (Permalink)

Ready for Whatever Happens...

When you are running a business, you have a thousand decisions to make every day. We want to help make your life easier by helping you have a plan in place for property damage before you need it. SERVPRO offers a FREE Emergency Ready Profile App that you can download in the iTunes store today to help you be ready for any type of disaster. 

It's important to have a plan in place for your business before an emergency happens and that everyone in your company and team knows what to do when disaster strikes. When water is pouring through the ceiling on to your computers or into your showroom you don't have time to call around for references or check reviews online before calling a mitigation company. We are ready 24/7, 365 to help you make it "Like it never even happened." 

Storm Damage in Guelph

11/5/2021 (Permalink)

Help protect your home from Storm Damage

Thunderstorms are common throughout Southwestern Ontario. Thankfully practicing safety during these events can help reduce chances of damage to your property.

Severe thunderstorms can produce high winds, heavy rains, hail and lightning.

Storm Safety outside your home:

Inspect you roof regularly for missing or loose shingles.

Clean your gutters at least twice yearly.

Bring in or secure patio furniture, potted plants or anything that could become projectiles in high winds.

Trim trees near your property to reduce dead limbs from falling.

Storm Safety inside your home:

Keep a radio, flashlight and batteries handy.

Have an emergency preparedness kit nearby.

Designate a safe room for your family to take shelter, it should be an interior room without windows.

Use surge protectors on every outlet in case of lightning strikes.

Being prepared can drastically reduce the damage severe weather can bring. If damage to your home or business does occur SERVPRO of Guelph is Here to Help 24/7.  

Water Damage From A Storm in Guelph?

8/16/2021 (Permalink)

Fire and Water Restoration Guelph

Water intrusion caused by a window leaking during a rainstorm can happen with older windows, but many times it is not the window leaking that is the source of the water. It may be due to roof damage causing the water to seep in around the window frame. Water damage, if left unmitigated, can become a costly repair as the water can seep into drywall and the framing structures hidden behind the walls. SERVPRO of Guelph wants the residents of our city to know that we have years of experience dealing with water damage and we are Here to Help. ^®

Specialized Dehumidification and Drying Equipment

After the water has been extracted and removed from the damaged area, we will begin the drying and dehumidification process. We use specialized equipment and industrial-grade dehumidifiers to help prevent water damage such as swelling and warping of floors, walls and furniture. Using room measurements, temperature and relative humidity readings, we will determine the type of equipment to use and will track the drying process using specialized monitoring equipment.

Call Us Today

When you have a water damage emergency in your home or business, SERVPRO of Guelph wants to help.  Our team is specialty trained to provide the highest level of water damage cleanup and restoration. Call us today at (519) 837-8787. We’ll clean and restore your home or business in Guelph “Like it never even happened.”

Storm Damage? We're Here 24/7

8/16/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO Disaster Recovery Team, Ready for Whatever Happens!

Restoring storm and flood-damaged properties is the cornerstone of our business. Our highly trained professionals use specialized equipment and advanced training to quickly restore your property to pre-storm condition. We’re dedicated to responding immediately, which helps to minimize secondary damage.

Flooding and water emergencies don’t wait for regular business hours and neither do we. We provide emergency cleaning and restoration services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week—including all holidays. You can expect an immediate response time, day or night.

SERVPRO of Guelph knows in many cleaning and restoration situations, immediate action is needed. An immediate response helps to minimize damage, cleaning and restoration costs.

Water is particularly invasive, quickly spreading throughout your property and being absorbed into floors, walls, furniture, etc. We arrive quickly and start the water extraction process almost immediately.

If your home or business has been affected by storm damage, call us now (519) 837 - 8787

Know what to do and who to call before you need us...

3/30/2021 (Permalink)

Be Ready for Whatever Happens!

When you are running a business, you have a thousand decisions to make every day. We want to help make your life easier by helping you have a plan in place for property damage before you need it. SERVPRO offers a FREE Emergency Ready Profile App that you can download in the iTunes store today to help you be ready for any type of disaster. 

It's important to have a plan in place for your business before an emergency happens and that everyone in your company and team knows what to do when disaster strikes. When water is pouring through the ceiling on to your computers or into your showroom you don't have time to call around for references or check reviews online before calling a mitigation company. We are ready 24/7, 365 to help you make it "Like it never even happened." 

We Repair Storm Damage!

12/3/2020 (Permalink)

Here in Your Community, Here to Help!

Winter storms are a common occurrence and can happen with little or no advanced warning leaving divistating damage to homes and business' behind. Snow and ice buildup on the roof or other building structure can cause water intrusion damage to your home or commercial property. We are ready to respond to your storm damage call and will begin the cleanup and restoration process immediately. We have the specialized training and state-of-the-art equipment needed to restore your business or home back to pre-storm condition. Here are some of the storm and related services we offer:

• Storm & Flood Services
• Water & Storm Damage Tips
• Disaster Recovery Team
• Water Restoration Process
• Caring For Your Belongings
• Mold Remediation
• Sewage Cleanup
• Carpet Cleaning
• Odor Removal
• Building Services
• Commercial Storm Damage 

Flooding and water emergencies don’t wait for regular business hours and neither do we. We provide emergency cleaning and restoration services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week—including all holidays. You can expect an immediate response time, day or night

We hope you never experience winter storm damage but if you do, we want to help. We know that every minute counts when it comes to preventing storm damage repairs from becoming costly. Our team of highly trained professionals is determined to provide fast and effective service to you in order to make your home or business back to normal again! Call us today at (519)837-8787 . We’ll take care of your commercial damage in Guelph and the surrounding area “Like it never even happened.”

Is Your Home Storm Ready?

11/18/2020 (Permalink)

Winter is coming and We Want You to be Ready!

No matter what season, it’s smart to consider storm-proofing your home. High Winds and rain can cause a lot of damage to your home or business, Here are some useful tips to help ensure that you are prepared from SERVPRO of Guelph:

• Protect your property
• Are your trees and shrubs (especially close to your home) trimmed?
• Are your gutters clear of debris?
• Test that your sump pump is working properly.
• Be sure to report dangerous conditions surrounding your home
• Contact your local utility company to report any and all downed power lines, trees, or any flooding or ponding near by 
• Have an emergency kit readily available and consider adding to it the following:
• Non perishable food items and water
• Flashlights and batteries
• First Aid Kit
• Charged portable charger for cell phone use