Ask A SERVPRO Pro: How Do I Prepare for the Spring Thaw?

3/16/2021 (Permalink)

Here to Help® Our highly trained professionals are just a phone call away (508) 757-7885

In this, our first installment of “Ask a SERVPRO Pro” we speak with SERVPRO of Worcester’s Manager of Business Development, Sean O’Neill. Sean is a seasoned cleanup and restoration professional, holding IICRC certifications in Applied Microbial Remediation and Water Damage Restoration. 

We asked Sean, “How can we prepare for the spring thaw?” This is what he had to say:

It’ s been a long, cold winter. We are all looking forward to Spring, but  with it comes its own set of challenges. With rising temperatures, melting snow, the potential for spring storms & flooding the possibility for water damage climbs. The best way to prevent water damage is to be prepared.

Spring is known for its unpredictable weather. The thawing of snow and ice in spring can lead to water damage. Follow these tips to protect your home  or business:

• Ensure drains take water away from your property and that they are not obstructed with debris.
• Be sure to remove snow from around your property. This helps to prevent melting snow from draining into the building.
• Consider having your roof inspected - make sure it hasn’t sustained winter damage and is ready for spring storms.
• Check and maintain your gutters and downspouts. Backed up gutters and downspouts can overflow lead to water damage- make sure they are clear of debris and that water flows freely.
• Check grading around home to ensure water is directed away.
• Check your foundation for cracks. If you do find cracks, we would advise having them, assessed and repaired by professional specializing in foundation repairs and waterproofing.
• Check that your sump pump is working. If your area is prone to floods, this can be your first line of defense against water damage caused by basement flooding.
• Review your insurance. Not all home owner’s insurance covers flood damage, familiarize yourself with your coverage. Know that if more is needed, it can take up to 30 days to take effect.

SERVPRO of Worcester knows being ready for spring means getting your property prepared for the spring thaw, but should the unexpected occur we’re Here to Help® 24/7.

Floods and storms don’t wait for normal business hours, and neither do we. You can depend on an immediate response from our highly trained technicians, who are available 24 hours, seven days a week.  Faster to Any Size Disaster and just a phone call away (508) 757-7885

For more information on recovering from water damage caused by weather-related disasters,

https://www.SERVPROworcester.com/storm-flooding-restoration

About March’s Featured “ SERVPRO Pro”

Sean O’Neill, Manager of Business Development

SERVPRO of Worcester & SERVPRO of Shrewsbury/Westborough

Sean is the Business Development Manager for SERVPRO of Worcester and SERVPRO of Shrewsbury/Westborough. In addition to managing a team of Sales and Estimating professionals, Sean is responsible for the cultivation and maintenance of commercial and community relationships.

Sean is a business professional with over twelve years’ experience and has earned a 4-year Business degree from the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth. Well versed in the cleanup and restoration industry, Sean is IICRC certified in Applied Microbial Remediation and Water Damage Restoration. 

About SERVPRO^® of Worcester

The highly trained and certified professionals of SERVPRO of Worcester are experienced in cleaning and restoring a fire, mold or water-damaged building and its contents, including wall, ceiling and floor surfaces; furniture; fabric; fixtures and more. They also offer cleaning and restoration of special items, such as: HVAC duct systems; building exteriors; electronic equipment, including computers; and documents that have sustained water damage.

Additionally, SERVPRO of Worcester is highly trained and experienced in biochemical spill remediation and decontamination. Adhering to proprietary SERVPRO protocols and recognized industry standards (CDC, RIA, IICRC) and using EPA approved cleaning products you can trust the professionals at SERVPRO® to deliver the highest standard of clean.

For more information on SERVPRO of Worcester please contact Sean O’Neill at (508) 757-7885

About SERVPRO^®

Founded in 1967, the SERVPRO Franchise System is a national leader and provider of fire and water cleanup and restoration services and mold mitigation and remediation. SERVPRO's professional services network of more than 1,800 individually owned and operated Franchises responds to property damage emergencies ranging from small individual disasters to multi-million dollar large-loss situations. Providing coverage in the United States and Canada, the SERVPRO System has established relationships with major insurance companies and commercial clients, as well as individual homeowners.