Proud Sponsors of The Firefighter Challenge League

6/19/2024 (Permalink)

The Firefighter Challenge League

Proud National Sponsors of First Responders

Did you know that SERVPRO® is a national sponsor of the Firefighter Challenge League? What exactly is this you may be asking yourself?

The Firefighter Challenge League is a premier sports event organization that hosts competition events that promote firefighters' physical fitness and mental toughness while showcasing their skills and commitment to the communities they serve. ESPN Sports touted it as “the toughest two minutes in sports,” the Firefighter Challenge League aims to reach new heights in promoting fitness, camaraderie, and the spirit of competition among firefighting professionals nationwide with SERVPRO’s National partnership.

TEAM WOLFE is simply thrilled to become part of this incredible sponsorship of the Firefighter Challenge League!” Firefighters embody strength, resilience, and a commitment to serving and protecting our local communities and their dedication aligns with SERVPRO’s values, and we strive to support those who help keep our communities safe from catastrophes like fires. The SERVPRO partnership reflects our appreciation and support for these heroic men and women who work as firefighters and perform the task of first responders every day, 24/7, 365 days a year.

Our Firefighters are vital to the safety of our local communities and we simply must have their backs as they perform this vital community service.

Has Fire Damage affected you and your home or business? Be sure and call the fire damage cleanup experts at SERVPRO of Collinsville, Troy, Alton, Edwardsville, Granite City, Belleville, O'Fallon at 618-667-8648.

Professional Boardup Services

6/19/2024 (Permalink)

Emergency Boardup Specialist

We Do So Much More Than Water Damage & Fire Damage Cleanup.

Did you know that SERVPRO of Collinsville, Troy, Alton, Edwardsville, Granite City, Belleville, O'Fallon has a dedicated team specifically catered to residential and commercial boardup services? Well, we do!

When your Metro-East Illinois home or business has been damaged by fire, water, or storm damage, the immediate concern should be temporary protective measures such as placing roof tarps to prevent additional damage, and boarding up any windows or doors is essential to secure your property from vandals and animals entering the building. SERVPRO arrives immediately after first responders have performed their services to your home or place of business with the proper resources to secure it from unwanted guests.

After protecting and securing the structure, professionals at SERVPRO® can begin the restoration process. Your home or business may need reconstruction work to get your property back to its preloss condition and that's where we shine because we are truly a "Full Service" restoration provider. There is no need to call multiple service providers, we handle it all from the first call at 618-667-8648.

Helpful Fire Safety Tips

6/19/2024 (Permalink)

Fire Safety

There are many things that can cause a residential or commercial fire to take place. There are also many easy steps that you can take to prevent fires from happening and safeguarding our property and you safe.

Here are just a few helpful fire safety tips that can help you avoid a fire:

- Ensure that appliances are turned off and/or unplugged after use and before leaving your home during an extended period of abscence as in a vacation scenario.

- When on vacation, have a trusted neighbor or family member look in on your property as a safeguard.

- Check smoke alarms on a regularly scheduled basis to ensure that they are in properly working condition and have working batteries in them.

-Ensure that heaters are not blocked and there is nothing flammable placed near them.

- If you have a chimney and/or wood burning fireplace in your home, inspect it annually before putting into use. Have this inspected by a professionally licensed service provider.

- Have an emergency plan and escape route in place for the entire family should an emergency occur.

At SERVPRO of Collinsville, Troy, Alton, Edwardsville, Granite City, Belleville, O'Fallon, we want your metro-east Illinois home, your family and if you own a business, your employees to remain safe and worry free.

If an unforeseen catastrophe like a fire occurs,  call SERVPRO® immediately at 618-667-8648.  We are available 24/7, 365 Days a year.

SERVPRO® is your one-stop shop for construction

6/15/2023 (Permalink)

SERVPRO® Construction Division

One Call to SERVPRO® Covers All Phases of Your Restoration Project

At SERVPRO®, the backbone of our company is fire, water & smoke cleanup, and restoration. But what compliments our cleanup and restoration services is we can seamlessly facilitate every aspect of the reconstruction process of your damaged property!

Our In-House construction division specializes in reconstruction, new residential and retail construction, financial institutions, healthcare facilities, educational facilities, government properties, warehouses, and shipping facilities. SERVPRO® has experts in the field with putting your home or business back to its original condition which includes complete builds from a total loss. Our construction division can provide everything that a normal contractor can provide you after you are hit with a catastrophe. That is why SERVPRO is so unique in the south-central Illinois region, we can handle the entire process so there is no need for multiple companies and services to juggle!

One call to SERVPRO® of Collinsville, Troy, Alton, Edwardsville, Granite City, Belleville, O’Fallon handles everything from start to finish. For work not completed in-house, we have an extensive list of qualified contractors (HVAC, Plumbers, drywall finishing, roofing, electricians, and many other specialized services) just to name a few.

We can fast track your project and offer cost-saving solutions to meet your budget goals because you are dealing with just one company!

Call (618) 667-8648 for all your construction needs because we are not just a restoration company, we are a full-service restoration contractor!

Serving the Community for 27 Years

6/15/2023 (Permalink)

27 Years Strong!

27 Years With Plans for 27 More!

Established in 1996, Our locally owned and operated SERVPRO® has been in business for 27 years! We are truly thankful and blessed to have had the priviledge of serving St. Clair County, Madison County and the surrounding region for those years. It could not have happened without the trust you have put in SERVPRO to service you in the time of need.

Our team needs more than just work, they need something to work toward, and here at SERVPRO we provide that culture. The satisfaction of helping people is paramount in our culture. Our team understands our mission of SERVPRO and its reason for being one of the premier restoration services in the nation. Our leadership team implements a culture that takes great pride in delivering a service that truly encapsulates a "Like it never even happened™" experience. All of our divisions from mitigation to large loss to our reconstruction work in the same direction to achieve the goals of being the best in the industry. 

We're Not Going Anywhere

SERVPRO® of Collinsville, Troy, Alton, Edwardsville, Granite City, Belleville, O'Fallon has been here serving our great communities for decades. We have been here for 27 years and we are just getting started. Our owners, David and Angie Wolfe have dedicated their lives to serving others and have surrounded themselves with like-minded people. 

So, when you have the need for a one stop restoration/reconstruction provider look no further. SERVPRO® has been here for 27 years and we looking forward to serving you for 27 more! Call us today at (618) 667-8648.

Large Loss Disaster? Count On SERVPRO® To Respond!

6/14/2023 (Permalink)

Commercial Restoration Project

We are the #1 Choice in Commercial Cleanup and Restoration

SERVPRO® is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, with fast deployments to your location when called upon to mitigate your large loss disaster.

Large loss disasters can happen in St. Clair and Madison counties to both residential and commercial properties at any given moment regardless of what time it is.  The cost of a fire, water, or smoke damage to a property can add up fast.  When it comes to commercial large loss disasters, the damage can be the result of a flood, from a water main or sprinkler break, soot and smoke damage from a fire, a busted sewer pipe, or even storm damage from a natural disaster.  

We are just one of a few certified Disaster Recovery Teams in the Metro-East region.  Our dedicated Commercial Large Loss Division lead by experienced crew members has the expertise and experience with large loss projects to restore your home or commercial property back to its original condition.

Why choose us:

• We are the #1 Choice in Commercial Cleanup and Restoration
• Industry Leader in Residential and Commercial Property Damage Restoration
• Highly-Trained Technicians to Minimize Disruption
• Easier Insurance Claim Process
• Seamless Process from cleanup to reconstruction – 1 Call provides all phases
• Faster to any size disaster™

Call SERVPRO® today at: (618) 667-8648

SERVPRO® Professional HVAC Cleaning

6/14/2023 (Permalink)

SERVPRO® HVAC Cleaning

SERVPRO® Professional HVAC Cleaning

With higher temperatures in the 90's arriving in the Metro-East Illinois region early this year, we tend to keep the doors and windows to our St. Louis homes and businesses sealed up tight to keep the hot weather outside. This also keeps the air trapped inside and recirculating through the building. Without routine maintenance and annual HVAC cleaning, your ductwork can become dusty and dirty especially, if there is neglect in routine air filter replacements. This will cause musty odors, dust, mold, and other contaminants to be circulated around your home or business which will result in poor air quality. This can also be a major heath issue for those who suffer with seasonal allergies.

Professional HVAC cleaning of your ductwork helps improve the air quality and gain energy efficiency. Musty odors will be less noticeable and the potential for mold growth will be drastically reduced. This can also help to remedy any bacteria, fugus, or mold that may be in the ductwork.

Does your ductwork need professionally cleaned? SERVPRO of Collinsville, Troy, Alton, Edwardsville, Granite City, Belleville, O'Fallon can help! Contact our team at 618-667-8648 today to schedule having your ducts cleaned.  

When Dealing with Smoke & Soot Damage

6/7/2023 (Permalink)

Smoke & Soot Damage

Smoke and soot is very invasive and can penetrate various cavities within your home, causing hidden damage and odor. Our smoke damage expertise and experience allows us to inspect and accurately assess the extent of the damage to develop a comprehensive plan of action.  

Smoke and soot facts:

• Hot smoke migrates to cooler areas and upper levels of a structure.
• Smoke flows around plumbing systems, seeping through the holes used by pipes to go from floor to floor.
• The type of smoke may greatly affect the restoration process.

Different Types of Smoke

There are two different types of smoke–wet and dry. As a result, there are different types of soot residue after a fire. Before restoration begins, SERVPRO of Collinsville, Troy, Alton, Edwardsville, Granite City, Belleville, O'Fallon will test the soot to determine which type of smoke damage occurred. The cleaning procedures will then be based on the information identified during pretesting. Here is some additional information:

Wet Smoke – Plastic and Rubber

• Low heat, smoldering, pungent odor, sticky, smeary. Smoke webs are more difficult to clean.

Dry Smoke – Paper and Wood

• Fast burning, high temperatures, heat rises therefore smoke rises.

Protein Fire Residue – Produced by evaporation of material rather than from a fire

• Virtually invisible, discolors paints and varnishes, extreme pungent odor. 

Our Fire Damage Restoration Services

Since each smoke and fire damage situation is a little different, each one requires a unique solution tailored for the specific conditions. We have the equipment, expertise, and experience to restore your fire and smoke damage. We will also treat your family with empathy and respect and your property with care.

Have you experienced Smoke and Soot Damage?
Call Us Today – 618-667-8648

Plumbing components have a Life Expectancy

6/7/2023 (Permalink)

Hot Water Heater

Did you know many common plumbing components have a life span? Many of them have an expectancy much shorter than we might think. Here is a few that we see quite often. The fix is relatively inexpensive; but neglecting it can cause thousands of dollars in mitigation and drying costs.

Water heaters have an expected life span of about 10-12 years. Most of the time these fail because the rubber and metal components in side the tank are in constant contact with water which will naturally break them down over time.

Sump pumps are a vital tool for anyone with a basement or crawl space that takes on ground water after rain storms. Most of these pumps have a life span of about 7 years.

The average sink faucet has a life span of less than 15 years. Because of the flex hose design of the sprayer component, these may fail sooner. Most flex hoses fail after just 10 years. Also, included in the flex hose category are flexible supply lines for sinks, toilets, and washing machines. It is advisable to have these flex hoses replaced every 5 to 10 years. A $10 replacement hose may save you thousands down the road.

Did one of your plumbing components fail you and left you with a huge mess? Call us at (618) 667-8648 for industry leading water damage restoration!

Commercial Property Water Damage Cleanup

6/2/2023 (Permalink)

Commercial property water damage in St. Clair & Monroe counties can bring business activity to an screeching halt. Clients are inconvenienced, supplier shipments are placed on hold, your revenue drops, and you may have to furlow employees until damages are repaired and complete. The impact can be catastrophic for a commercial business. Business owners must repair the damage source, remove the water, and repair the damage.

SERVPRO understands how important it is to mitigate the damage quickly, minimize buinsess interruptions and enable a return to normal operating conditions a.s.a.p. That’s why our team responds within four hours of your call, and we are available 24/7 to help our commercial customers in the metro-east Illinois region.

Our experienced professionals have extensive equipment available to address the damage caused by water leaks. We deploy high-capacity pumps, water extractors for carpets, hardwood flooring and cavities, air movers, and dehumidifiers as needed to remove water and dry your building out quickly. We also utilize moisture sensors to detect high moisture areas inside walls and under cabinets to avoid further damage and mold infestations from occurring.

We aim to minimize the total damage caused by water in your commercial building. Once mitigation and demo is complete, our reconstruction team is right behind us to get you to a preloss condition. Our building services teams can also assist with repair and reconstruction services so one call does it all. SERVPRO coordinates the trades required to return your commercial building to its original condition “Like it never even happened.”

We have you covered whether its plumbing, electrical, drywall, or flooring repairs or reconstruction services needed. SERVPRO can reduce the total downtime and expenses by coordinating cleanup and repair activities with no lag time.

SERVPRO provides the following services:

• Water damage and reconstruction services
• Water Cleanup & restoration
• Fire, Water, Smoke cleanup & restoration

Call TEAM WOLFE for water damage repair services. We provide St. Clair & Monroe Counties with award winning restoration services. We are always open so call 24/7 at (618) 667-8648.