STORM DAMAGE RESTORATION
The process of repairing and restoring properties damaged by severe weather events such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and heavy storms.
Assessment: Professionals inspect the property to determine the extent of the damage. This includes checking for structural issues, water damage, and any other storm-related impacts.
Water Removal and Drying: If there’s water damage, the first step is to remove standing water and thoroughly dry the affected areas to prevent mold growth.
Debris Removal: Clearing away fallen trees, branches, and other debris is essential to begin the restoration process.
Structural Repairs: This includes fixing roofs, walls, windows, and other structural elements that were damaged during the storm.
Cleaning and Sanitizing: All affected areas are cleaned and sanitized to ensure a safe living environment. This may also involve mold remediation if necessary.
Restoration and Reconstruction: Finally, any necessary reconstruction is completed to restore the property to its original state.
WATER DAMAGE MITIGATION
Water damage mitigation involves taking immediate action to minimize damage caused by water intrusion.
Assessment: Quickly evaluate the extent of the water damage to determine the necessary actions.
Water Removal: Extract standing water using pumps and vacuums to prevent further damage.
Drying and Dehumidification: Use industrial fans and dehumidifiers to thoroughly dry the affected areas and prevent mold growth.
Cleaning and Sanitizing: Clean and disinfect all affected surfaces to remove contaminants and prevent health hazards.
Restoration: Repair and restore damaged structures and materials to their original condition.
FIRE DAMAGE RESTORATION
Fire damage restoration involves returning your property to its pre-fire condition.
Assessment: Professionals inspect the property to determine the extent of the fire, smoke, and soot damage.
Securing the Property: Immediate actions are taken to secure the property, such as boarding up windows and doors and covering damaged roofs.
Water Removal and Drying: If water was used to extinguish the fire, removing standing water and drying the area is crucial to prevent further damage.
Smoke and Soot Removal: Specialized equipment and techniques are used to remove smoke and soot from surfaces and air ducts.
Cleaning and Sanitizing: All affected areas are cleaned and sanitized to remove odors and contaminants.
Restoration and Repairs: This includes repairing or replacing damaged structures, such as drywall, flooring, and electrical systems.
SMOKE DAMAGE MITIGATION
Smoke damage mitigation to minimize the impact of smoke on your property and health.
Ventilation: Open windows and use fans to remove smoke particles from the air.
Debris Removal: Clear out burnt materials and debris to prevent contamination.
Surface Cleaning: Clean walls, ceilings, and other surfaces to remove soot and smoke residues.
Odor Neutralization: Use specialized equipment and products to eliminate smoke odors.
Air Quality Improvement: Employ air scrubbers and purifiers to improve indoor air quality.
WIND DAMAGE REPAIR
Wind damage repair is crucial to ensure the safety, structural integrity, and longevity of your property.
Assessment: Inspect the property to identify and document all damage.
Temporary Fixes: Apply temporary measures like tarps or boarding up to prevent further damage.
Debris Removal: Clear away fallen branches, shingles, and other debris.
Structural Repairs: Fix or replace damaged roofs, windows, and other structural elements.
Final Inspection: Ensure all repairs meet safety standards and are thoroughly completed.
EMERGENCY/DISASTER MITIGATION
Emergency or disaster mitigation involves taking steps to reduce the impact of disasters on people and property.
Identifying Risks: Understanding the types of disasters that could occur in Southern Nevada, such as floods, earthquakes, or windstorms.
Planning and Preparation: Developing strategies and plans to protect people and property. This might involve creating and enforcing building codes, engineering structures to withstand disasters, and keeping homes away from high-risk areas like floodplains.
Implementing Measures: Taking actions such as building levees, retrofitting buildings to be earthquake-resistant, and creating early warning systems.
Community Involvement: Engaging the community in preparedness activities and ensuring everyone knows what to do in a disaster. We have a large local network of professionals who work with us.
STORAGE SOLUTIONS
During property mitigation and restoration, effective storage solutions are essential to protect and manage resources.
Personal Property Storage: Ensuring personal property is protected through tarping and moving onsite or through pack in/pack out to a pod or facility.
Drying Chambers: These are isolated spaces used to control temperature, reduce humidity, and promote air circulation to dry out water-damaged areas efficiently1. They help prevent the spread of moisture and speed up the drying process.
Fuel Storage: Ensuring adequate and secure fuel storage is vital, especially for backup generators and other essential equipment2. This includes increasing local fuel storage capacity and securing it against potential hazards.
Pre-staging Equipment: Having replacement equipment and supplies pre-staged in secure locations can significantly reduce downtime during restoration efforts2. This includes items like generators, pumps, and other critical tools.