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SERVPRO®. Vehicles

2/6/2024 (Permalink)

SERVPRO® Vehicles Multiple SERVPRO®. Vehicle's on site

SERVPRO of Lake County has been part of the community for 30 years. Our knowledgeable and friendly staff has provided services in and around our community for large storm losses. We understand the urgency and stress associated with natural disasters and strive to bring some good to a terrible situation. In addition to storm losses, we also offer 24-hour mitigation services. If you experience a water loss, our team will lend a helping hand day or night. Our goal is always to leave your home or business "Like it never even happened."

We are Cleaning experts

1/4/2024 (Permalink)

SERVPRO® is Here to Help during this time of need

During this unprecedented time caused by the global pandemic of coronavirus, this is a reminder to our customers that we are specialists in cleaning services, and we adhere to the highest cleaning and sanitation standards.

Specialized Training

We are prepared to clean and disinfect your home or business, according to protocols set forth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. We have years of experience in dealing with biological contaminants, and we will go beyond the scope of work that regular janitorial staff perform on a daily basis.

The CDC encourages cleaning of high-touch surfaces such as counters, tabletops, doorknobs, light switches, bathroom fixtures, toilets, phones, keyboards, tablets and tables. Other spaces mentioned in the CDC’s guidance for commercial spaces include:

  • Kitchen/Food Areas
  • Bathrooms
  • Schools/Classrooms
  • Offices
  • Retail Spaces
  • Water Fountains
  • Shelving/Racks
  • Sales Counters
  • Carpets and Rugs
  • Stair Handrails
  • Elevator Cars
  • Playground Equipment
  • Fitness Equipment

Specialized Products

The CDC recommends usage of a labeled hospital-grade disinfectant with claims against similar pathogens to the coronavirus. Multiple products in the SERVPRO® product line carry the EPA-approved emerging pathogens claims. While there is currently no product tested against this particular strain of the coronavirus, we are following all guidelines as provided by the CDC and local authorities.

Call Today for a Proactive Cleaning

If your home or business needs deep cleaning services, call the experts today – SERVPRO® of Lake County, 352-735-3311

Clean Homes Sell Faster

1/2/2024 (Permalink)

GET RID OF TROUBLED LISTINGS

The word is out that it is a sellers’ market here in central Florida and many investors and home owners are looking to capitalize on the money making opportunities that are becoming available. If you have a home you’d like to sell then now is the time to learn about what SERVPRO of Lake County can do for you.

It is not uncommon for a house to sit vacant for months before it is sold and in this case there may be un-detected leaks as well as insect and rodent problems that can occur. The services we specialize in can help your clients pass home inspections and generally get their homes in top show condition. Whether the problem is a water stain on a hardwood floor, a mildew smell in the closet or even if the home was lived in by a heavy smoker we offer free inspections and can come determine the scope of mitigation services that are necessary. We also offer residential cleaning services such as full detailed micro cleanings, carpet cleaning, tile cleaning, upholstery cleaning and even drape and curtain cleaning.

Let us turn a problem listing into a quick sale. 

Call us today at (352)735-3311

Clean Homes Sell Faster

12/27/2023 (Permalink)

The word is out that it is a sellers’ market here in central Florida and with the current interest rates, many investors and home owners are looking to capitalize on the money making opportunities that are becoming available.

It is not uncommon for a house to sit vacant for months before it is sold and in this case there may be un-detected leaks as well as insect and rodent problems that can occur. The services we specialize in can help your clients pass home inspections and generally get their homes in top show condition. Whether the problem is a water stain on a hardwood floor, a mildew smell in the closet or even if the home was lived in by a heavy smoker we offer free inspections  and can come determine the scope of mitigation services that are necessary. 

Let us turn a problem listing into a quick sale. 

Call us today at (352)735-3311

Ozone Safety

12/4/2023 (Permalink)

Ozone Signage Warning

When ozone treatment is recommended in a business or a residential home, proper notification is very important to the homeowner or business. Signage should always be placed on all external doors notifying the structure has a an activated oxygen generator in use and to not enter until ozone treatment is complete. This leaves the air fresh because the source of the odor has been permanently removed. And there are no artificial odors so the space becomes free of odors. Employ the power of ozone and create an outdoor fresh environment in your facility!

Protecting Customers Floor

11/7/2023 (Permalink)

Protecting Flooring Protecting Customers Floor

SERVPRO has all the state of the art Drying Equipment necessary to complete any size water loss. SERVPRO of Lake County Florida is always prepared for any emergency and always stocked with drying equipment and ready to go in a moment’s notice. We provide Mold remediation and some Water Damage restoration along with General Cleanup and Airduct cleaning. This franchise has been helping our community for over 30 years. Our Team members have many years of training and education in all aspects of the restoration industry and continue their training throughout their career with us. With that being said we went right to work and both parties agreed to demo the entire house. We reassured the customer that we would protect all their flooring before we started Demo. The customer has been very pleased with the results. Our goal at the end of any project, no matter how big or small, is to make it “Like it never even happened.” Please call SERVPRO of Lake County FL. at Ph. 352-735-3311

Why use SERVPRO

11/2/2023 (Permalink)

Drywall removal SERVPRO employee removing drywall

SERVPRO of Lake County, Florida was contacted by a customer purchasing a home that needed extensive work done to it. Its previous owner was a hoarder, so this made the job a little more challenging. After the customer accepted our bid to clean up the home, we found a few other issues with it, including that it needed Mold remediation and some Water Damage restoration along with General Cleanup and Air duct cleaning. This franchise has been helping our community for over 30 years. Our Team members have many years of training and education in all aspects of the restoration industry and continue their training throughout their career with us. With that being said we went right to work and both parties agreed to demo the entire house. The customer has been very pleased with the results. Our goal at the end of any project, no matter how big or small, is to make it “Like it never even happened.” Please call SERVPRO of Lake County FL. at Ph. 352-735-3311

Why use SERVPRO

11/1/2023 (Permalink)

Bare studs SERVPRO removing Drywall

SERVPRO of Lake County, Florida was contacted by a customer purchasing a home that needed extensive work done to it. Its previous owner was a hoarder, so this made the job a little more challenging. After the customer accepted our bid to clean up the home, we found a few other issues with it, including that it needed Mold remediation and some Water Damage restoration along with General Cleanup and Air duct cleaning. This franchise has been helping our community for over 30 years. Our Team members have many years of training and education in all aspects of the restoration industry and continue their training throughout their career with us. With that being said we went right to work and both parties agreed to demo the entire house. The customer has been very pleased with the results. Our goal at the end of any project, no matter how big or small, is to make it “Like it never even happened.” Please call SERVPRO of Lake County FL. at Ph. 352-735-3311

Water Damage Pack Out

8/10/2023 (Permalink)

Stacked Boxes Water Damage pack out

Pack outs in General

The term pack out is often used to refer to any situation where the property contents of a home,  office or commercial building needs to be removed so that repairs or construction can be done. Once the repairs are finished, the contents are then returned to the site and replaced. A Pack out should be a straightforward process, choosing the wrong company to handle your pack out can have dire consequences. SERVPRO employees are trained in doing pack outs from inventorying and labeling, to neatly stacking personal property neatly in our secured climate controlled facility.

Carpet Cleaning

8/2/2023 (Permalink)

Stained Carpet Carpet Cleaning

A large percentage of homes and business have carpet in at least one room. Carpet tends to catch dust, dirt, hair and other soils which negatively affect the life span of the floors. There are preventative measures one can take to reduce the wear and tear, thereby extending the life of the carpeting. These measures include vacuuming regularly, spot removal, rearranging furniture to alter traffic patterns, and using rugs and runners. Another useful task is to change HVAC filters regularly to help filter the dust and grit in the air.

The Ebb & Flow

7/14/2023 (Permalink)

My name is Ginger and I am in the Commercial Sales & Marketing division of our franchise. I have been with SERVPRO of Lake County going on 2 years during time, I have learned so much about the restoration and remediation industry. The losses we most frequently encounter are water. A water loss can occur for many reasons, including a leak in a supply line, a broken pipe, or a storm event. No matter the cause, each loss is devastating and needs to be handled with care. Our crews are highly trained in water restoration. Our Crew Chiefs and managers all hold water remediation technician and applied science of drying certifications from the IICRC.

The work you see takes place on site where our crews work on assessing the damage, placing equipment, and overseeing the drying process. They assist the customers each step of the way and act as the face of our franchise. Any loss is scary but we are happy to help!

Some jobs are more difficult than others, some days seem longer than imaginable. But each day, I am appreciative of the industry and the difference our franchise can make for even just one person. 

SERVPRO of Lake County

7/13/2023 (Permalink)

Equipment being set Water Damage

SERVPRO of Lake County is available 24 hours a day for water emergencies, large or small.

When you are dealing with water damage, immediate action is crucial.

A delay of just a few hours can greatly increase the severity of the water damage.

We Answer the Phone Ready to Help
Call Today - 

(352) 735-3311

We understand that when you call us, you may be feeling confused, stressed, and vulnerable.

You need an expert to guide you through this crisis. SERVPRO of Lake County has the specific water damage training and experience to help you through this tough time. 

We specialize in water damage restoration—in fact, it's the cornerstone of our business.

What to Expect

When you call, we will ask several questions regarding your water damage emergency.

These questions will help us determine what equipment and resources to bring, including how many trained SERVPRO Professionals may be needed.

Our SERVPRO Representative will ask several questions:

  • Your name and contact information
  • Your insurance information (if applicable)
  • The street address of the water-damaged home or business
  • When did the flooding or water damage occur?
  • What caused the water damage (if known)?
  • Is there electricity available (on-site)?

About SERVPRO of Lake County

SERVPRO of Lake County specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or water damage event.

Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration. From initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO’s corporate training facility to regular IICRC-industry certification, rest assured our staff is equipped with the knowledge to restore your property.

SERVPRO of Lake County

7/13/2023 (Permalink)

Equipment being set Water Damage

SERVPRO of Lake County is available 24 hours a day for water emergencies, large or small.

When you are dealing with water damage, immediate action is crucial.

A delay of just a few hours can greatly increase the severity of the water damage.

We Answer the Phone Ready to Help
Call Today - 

(352) 735-3311

We understand that when you call us, you may be feeling confused, stressed, and vulnerable.

You need an expert to guide you through this crisis. SERVPRO of Lake County has the specific water damage training and experience to help you through this tough time. 

We specialize in water damage restoration—in fact, it's the cornerstone of our business.

What to Expect

When you call, we will ask several questions regarding your water damage emergency.

These questions will help us determine what equipment and resources to bring, including how many trained SERVPRO Professionals may be needed.

Our SERVPRO Representative will ask several questions:

  • Your name and contact information
  • Your insurance information (if applicable)
  • The street address of the water-damaged home or business
  • When did the flooding or water damage occur?
  • What caused the water damage (if known)?
  • Is there electricity available (on-site)?

About SERVPRO of Lake County

SERVPRO of Lake County specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or water damage event.

Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration. From initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO’s corporate training facility to regular IICRC-industry certification, rest assured our staff is equipped with the knowledge to restore your property.

Building and Home Inspections

7/12/2023 (Permalink)

A home inspection uncovers any defects in the property or safety hazards that a resident may face. The most common issues found in Florida homes are water damage or leaky roofs. According to one study, 86% of people who conducted a home inspection found at least one issue.

The purpose of a building inspection is to verify compliance with the minimum safety standards set forth in the adopted codes. At the inspection, the Building Inspector will review all work done, compare it to the approved plans or building code (as applicable) for compliance, and issue an inspection report. SERVPRO of Lake County can assist all your home and commercial needs. Give us a call today 352-735-3311

Emergency Ready Plan

7/6/2023 (Permalink)

Like most commercial properties, your facility probably has an emergency exit plan in place, with illuminated signs leading occupants to safety, and even facility maps strategically placed to identify alternate routes out of the building. But have you developed a thorough Contingency Plan? Is the emphasis on the first 24-48 hours to help you get back in your building as quickly as possible? 

Your local SERVPRO Franchise Professional can provide you assistance in developing an Emergency Response Profile. As part of a well-thought-out Contingency Plan, your Emergency Response Profile will contain information you need in the event an emergency situation occurs. 

An added advantage to utilizing your local SERVPRO Franchise Professional in the development of your Emergency Response Profile is the opportunity to coordinate a preferred provider relationship including pre-arranged pricing and procedures for handling emergency response for your facility before damage occurs. 

Contact SERVPRO of Lake County today to set up an ERP consultation! Call our office at 352-735-3311 we would be more then happy to assist you in providing a safe emergency ready work space. 

Ready for any Catastrophe

7/6/2023 (Permalink)

SERVPRO van New SERVPRO Van ready for action

In the event of a major catastrophe, the SERVPRO Franchise System has a nationwide Large Loss Response Team comprised of trained and equipped professionals capable of responding to your facility or home.

Each of SERVPRO's over 1,800 nationwide Franchises is independently owned and operated by trained professionals committed to providing the highest level of emergency cleanup and restoration services and customer satisfaction. What this means to you is that should fire, water or mold damage occur at  your place of business or home across the country, a SERVPRO Franchise Professional is available and ready to provide quality professional service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Call us today for all your professional needs at 352-735-3311! We are always happy to help!

Packout

6/6/2023 (Permalink)

Packed Boxes Content Storage

Simply put, a pack out service specializes in retrieving items from a home that has been damaged by a flood or other major disaster. Afterwards, they help to ensure the quality of the items they have retrieved. A typical pack out service operation consists of three steps. These steps are retrieval, storage, and restoration. The pack out service is unable to give your home back to you. But they can help save the most precious items in the house, long after you thought they were gone for ever. They can also attempt to retrieve artwork, consumer electronics, furniture, and so on. However, not everything will be salvageable, which is why it’s important to have a prioritized list of what you would like them to seek out. Once the pack out service has retrieved the items, they will need to be placed in a safe place. Most pack out services have special locations where these items can be stored, either all at once or in stages as the retrieval process continues. These storage facilities are clean and climate-controlled. And the main purpose of such a facility is to house your items while your home is being restored.