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What we can do for you

12/20/2022 (Permalink)

When damages try to take control of your life, SERVPRO can help you take it back. SERVPRO of Moline/Rock Island provides system services for residential and commercial properties.

Restoration

  • Water removal and dehumidification
  • Fire, Smoke, and Soot
  • Mold Mitigation and Remediation
  • Reconstruction
  • Catastrophic Storm Response
  • Document Drying

Cleaning

  • Bioremediation and Vandalism
  • Ceilings, Walls, and Hardwood Floors
  • Deodorization and Odor Removal
  • Air Ducts and HVAC
  • Ventilation systems are often the biggest culprit of poor indoor air quality. Make it a priority to inspect the air duct work of your home or business. Also, if your HVAC has been operating awhile without attention, it could be circulating odors, dust, and other contaminants.

Homes and Businesses:

  • Are you a homeowner? SERVPRO knows that your home is your most valuable asset and is a reflection of you. Your home makes an impression on those who enter. You have invested your time, energy, and hard-earned resources to protect and increase the value of your home. SERVPRO of Moline/Rock Island wants to provide you solutions that allow you to do so.

Are you a business owner? According to the latest research, as many as 50% of businesses close following a disaster. The ones that survive have a preparedness plan set in place. Pre-planning speaks trust to your staff and customers. SERVPRO of Moline/Rock Island is a resource you can utilize to ensure the preparedness of your company if a disaster were to occur.

The Dangers of House-Fire Aftermath

7/17/2019 (Permalink)

Smoke moves quickly throughout your home during a fire. Even small fires may require professional cleaning and restoration services.

Inhaling any type of smoke can be detrimental to your health, even for short periods of time. In fact, the leading cause of death in house fires is not from the fire itself, but instead smoke inhalation. Just a few minutes of smoke exposure to lungs can cause cardiac arrest, brain damage, and even death. But even after the fire stops, the damage left behind can pose further dangers to your health.

Every year, there are over 1 million house fires. Each of these fires leaves beyond VOCs (volatile organic compounds), which are released from the burning contents within the structure. One of these VOCs is cyanide, which is released when synthetic materials--such as rubber, plastic, or foam--are burnt. Because exposure to these toxic VOCs can cause permanent health issues, it is important that you call a professional to access your damage, large or small. If you have experienced a house fire, call SERVPRO today to help restore your home and protect your health from the dangers of smoke and fire damage.

Summer Outdoor Maintenance Checklist

6/7/2019 (Permalink)

As the weather gets nicer, we are ready to emerge from our indoor winter hibernation. For many of us, nicer weather can often mean we have some work to do In our yards and home exteriors. This is because the long winters sometimes leave our homes and outdoor spaces in need of maintenance. If you own a home or have an outdoor space, see our list below for some project ideas:

  • Check the exterior of your home for damaged or rotting pieces of siding. To keep siding looking fresh and to protect it from the elements, it is good to use a power washer for a deep clean every year.
  • If you find any chips, cracks, or fading on your siding, it is important to touch them up. This will ensure your siding is protected from further damage and will ultimately last longer.
  • Wash your windows on both the inside and outside. Dirty windows make your view less than satisfactory and let in less light.
  • Inspect your foundation for cracks . Cracks in your foundation can spread and create entry points for water and pests. If you find significant cracking, you may need to have it inspected by a professional to avoid further damage.
  • Power wash your wooden deck or patio. Not only does this make your outdoor spaces look like new, it can protect your wood surfaces and prevent it from cracking.
  • Inspect your driveway for cracks. Small cracks can eventually turn into structural damage over the years, as water continues to freeze inside these cracks every winter. For this reason, it is important to refill these cracks as you discover them.

Why Choose SERVPRO for Duct Cleaning?

4/22/2019 (Permalink)

Ducts can collect large amounts of dust and dirt build-up.

Your ventilation system is often the leading factor in poor indoor air quality. Routinely inspecting the ductwork at your home or business should be a high priority. Soiled air ducts can circulate odors, mold and irritating dust throughout your home or business. Rodents, insects or pests, dust, dirt, debris, bacteria, mold, or pollen: all of these factors can significantly reduce your air quality.

At SERVPRO, we provide cleaning services for your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning unit (HVAC). Keeping this system clean can potentially lengthen the life of your HVAC by allowing it to function at its peak condition; this can also save you money on utility bills and possible equipment repairs in the long run. We also offer sealing and coating to be sprayed in order to address odor issues or microbial concerns.

In other cases, duct cleaning is not always routine. Duct cleaning can become an essential service after a fire, smoke damage, or suspected mold growth. In case of a fire, smoke travels quickly through your ducts, especially if your HVAC system is running at the time. This can lead to ongoing odor issues in your home or business.

If you have a fire or need a routine cleaning service, SERVPRO of Moline/Rock Island is “Here To Help” with your duct cleaning needs 24/7!

Why Choose SERVPRO for Odor Elimination?

4/17/2019 (Permalink)

SERVPRO professionals assess your odor source and present you with the best options for elimination.

Unpleasant odors can be tough to get rid of in your home or business. This is especially true following a fire. Even a small fire can cause oppressive odors to linger for years unless the soiled areas are properly cleaned and deodorized. Left untreated, the aftermath of the soot and smoke from fires can become permanent. This is because, as smoke and soot travels throughout your structure, residues and deposits can get left behind in hard to reach places; the longer this sits, the more time it has to soak into the affected surfaces or materials.

At SERVPRO, our highly trained technicians have years of experience cleaning and deodorizing odor sources. Whether you have odor caused by fire, mold, pets, or cigarette smoke, we have the experience and expertise to tackle any size job at your home or business. We do not simply cover up the orders with fragrances; instead, our team of professionals pin-point the exact location of your odor and eliminate the source. Once we identify the source, we use our own proprietary cleaning products designed to eliminate odors and prevent them from returning. This service also includes any items within range of your odor problem that also need treatment, such as furniture, draperies, floors, walls, HVAC systems, ceilings, and more.

If you are in need of deodorization services, call SERVPRO of Moline/Rock Island today at 309-797-1199 and we will make it “Like it never even happened.”

Why Choose SERVPRO for Spring Cleaning?

3/19/2019 (Permalink)

Winter is over and spring has begun; it’s time to clean! While SERVPRO provides disaster clean-up services after fires and water damage, we are also highly trained in residential cleaning services. In fact, SERVPRO of Davenport-Bettendorf has the expertise to provide a deeper clean than your basic house cleaning service.

HVAC Cleaning

SERVPRO can inspect your HVAC system and ductwork, and provide cleaning services to help restore peak energy efficiency, remove offensive odors and improve the quality of indoor air.

Carpet Cleaning

At SERVPRO we use the latest IICRC training, in addition to state of the art equipment, to remove stains trapped deep in your carpet.

Stain Removal

We will use IICRC standards to determine the best cleaning options for your particular stain and provide soil protection options for your carpet.

Odor Identification and Deodorization

At SERVPRO, we go straight to the source of your odor problem and determine the best methods for neutralization and elimination of the odor source.

Upholstery and Drapes

SERVPRO can help lengthen the life of your drapes and furniture with regular cleaning. We will inspect and test your items to determine the safest and most effective cleaning method.

Why Choose SERVPRO of Moline / Rock Island?

3/15/2019 (Permalink)

Highly Trained Staff

At SERVPRO of Moline / Rock Island, our staff is highly trained in all aspects of property damage restoration. Our employees receive ongoing training that is both hands on and web based.  Additionally, our employees obtain certification from the Institute of Inspection and Restoration Certification (IICRC). The IICRC is the certifying body for the cleaning and restoration industry. IICRC Standards are developed to provide the highest quality concepts, terminology, and procedures recognized in the cleaning and restoration industry. Given our dedication to employee development, rest assured our restoration professionals will make damage to your home or business “Like it never even happened."

Technology

SERVPRO of Moline / Rock Island uses advanced technology to bring your home or business to preloss condition effectively, reliably, and as fast as possible. Our advanced technology incorporates scientific principles from the field of Psychrometry. By controlling humidity, airflow, and the temperature of your property, we are able to remove moisture and dry affected areas quickly, preventing additional damage. 

Examples of tools we use:

  • Infrared cameras and moisture sensors identify water location—it’s the water you can’t see that does the most damage.
  • Thermo-hygrometers measure both temperature and relative humidity, which allows us to calculate specific humidity, dew point and vapor pressure.
  • Commercial Dehumidifiers, both refrigerant and desiccant, absorb moisture from the air
  • DryBook Mobile is SERVPRO’s proprietary software program that uses the latest technology to ensure your property is drying quickly and efficiently. DryBook provided real-time documentation of the drying process and validates that the equipment used and services performed are executed to the IICRC Standard.

24 Hour Emergency Service

SERVPRO of Moline / Rock Island provides emergency services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This means no matter the day or time, we are here to help in your time of need. We are also faster to any size emergency, helping you to minimize damages to your property, as well as the cost for cleaning and restoration. This is especially important with water, as it spreads rapidly throughout your property into floors, walls, and furniture.

If you have an emergency, let SERVPRO of Moline / Rock Island use our talented staff, advanced technology, and rapid response to make it “Like it never even happened." Call us at 309-797-1199.