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The Case for Selecting SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan as Your Premier Restoration Resource

6/28/2023 (Permalink)

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Dealing with property restoration and construction often brings a unique set of challenges and strains. In such moments, you require a dependable and professional partner, and that's where SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan steps in. We are here to offer you insightful reasons to consider us as your ultimate choice for restoration and construction services.

To start with, SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan is an integral part of the respected SERVPRO Team Luzzi franchise group, a well-established name in the restoration sector. Our group comprises 16 franchises spread across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey, providing us with a broad scope and capacity to deliver swift and top-tier services regardless of your project's size or nature.

Additionally, our franchise holds more than two decades of practice in the restoration and construction industry. This extensive experience equips us with the knowledge to handle any disaster scenario with utmost efficiency, precision, and superior craftsmanship.

Being part of the SERVPRO franchise means we adhere to, and often surpass, industry standards. Our expert teams are rigorously trained following SERVPRO's meticulous guidelines, which focus on attention to detail and quality. Plus, we use the most advanced equipment and technology, ensuring our service delivery is effective and prompt.

Moreover, our readiness is unrivaled. With a 24/7 service availability, SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan is your reliable partner, prepared to offer instant aid in any emergency. Our fundamental objective is to minimize disruption and restore your property to its pre-damage condition in the shortest time possible.

Lastly, at SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan, we are more than a service provider; we are an integral part of your community. As we understand the unique needs of our region, we are passionately dedicated to assisting our neighbors to recuperate and reconstruct following any disaster.

Opting for SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan means choosing a proven ally who works relentlessly to provide you with a sense of security. Bear in mind, when disaster strikes, no one is more capable than SERVPRO in managing the situation. We're faster to any size disaster, and we ensure it looks "Like it never even happened."

24/7 Damage Repair and More, We Can Help Get Your Property To Pre Loss Condition

5/2/2022 (Permalink)

A hard hat and building plans are on a table in front of a construction site. SERVPRO 24/7 Damage Repair is only part of the services we can offer you when your property is damaged, call us today to learn more.

There are many factors you should consider when your property is unexpectedly damaged. But, there is one simple decision: Call your local SERVPRO.

A project manager will provide you with a range of options to suit your needs. For instance, if your property is damaged beyond repair (i.e. Broken windows, doors, roof or structure damage from storms, fire, storm, etc.) To protect your property from damage or further outside interference, we offer board-up and tarping. Once we have assessed the damage, we can offer you additional services like removing the debris from the property and cleaning it up. If there has been damage for some time and moisture has able to penetrate the interior, we can provide water removal or dehumidification equipment that will drastically reduce the humidity and prevent mold growth.

Once we have provided restoration services, you will have a working knowledge about your property and any construction services required to complete it. We will give you estimates for the construction services, all backed up by SERVPRO's Guarantee of Quality Workmanship. The best part is that SERVPRO franchises are locally owned and managed so that we can help you 24 hours a.m., seven days a week.

Disaster Clean Up is Only the Beginning, Learn More About How We Can Help You

5/2/2022 (Permalink)

A hard hat and building plans are on a table in front of a construction site. SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan's disaster restoration services are only the beginning... learn more about how we can help you.

In New York City we live closely packed into one of the busiest cities in the world. When disaster strikes it is difficult to image how to begin the recovery process. To make this process much easier on yourself the first thing you should do is call SERVPRO.

When you call us a project manager will arrive promptly and will review the damage/labor required to achieve your restoration goals. The Project Manager will then provide you with an upfront transparent estimate for your restoration project. We are then ready to immediately begin restoration, no waiting like many other contractors we are a labor ready, equipment ready team. 

We are prepared to take on jobs of all sizes. We can restore a single family home, or an entire multi-family building, we are prepared and ready to scale up production as required by the job site. We then provide constant communication throughout the entire project. Sending you daily job updates, pictures and other pertinent information as needed.

Call us today to discuss your next restoration project with one of our Project Managers today!

SERVPRO Storm Response Is Available 24/7

5/2/2022 (Permalink)

Lighting streaks across a night sky. SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan is available when storms damage property. Call us 24/7

High winds and rains can lead to flooding. People seek shelter to protect themselves from getting wet or putting themselves in dangerous situations. The shelter we use, such as our homes or offices, schools or retail locations, is designed to withstand the elements and keep them from getting into the property's interior. This is important because it gives you immediate protection against the elements. You are more secure indoors than you are outside. Our indoor spaces are designed so that we can live in them year round. However, it is when the structures fail that we should be prepared to make repairs to ensure safety.

Storm damage to commercial properties or homes can be apparent and require immediate attention. However, it is possible for the damage to go undetected for long periods of time. SERVPRO can help with both types of damage. Our damage repair team has the ability to provide construction services as well as restoration services. The job can be completed with less material and labor. 

No matter if you need to board up or tarping or complete construction services we can help. Call us today and speak with a manager about our services and how to help you.

Commercial Mold Clean Up and Removal Manhattan

3/9/2022 (Permalink)

Mold is present on a damp windowsill. SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan can manage large commercial mold removal projects anywhere in Manhattan, call us today!

Many businesses will require deep cleaning services only once per year. It doesn't matter what kind of commercial operation you manage, if there is mold on the property, a professional restoration company will be needed to solve the problem. Mold remediation and cleaning services become very common in the spring in Manhattan. This is because of the warm climate that encourages mold growth. Our trained mold remediation technicians are able to solve these problems in large commercial and industrial settings.

First, we must identify the source that is fueling the mold growth. It may take some work to eliminate the source of moisture. Drywall, drop ceilings, carpets and other types flooring should be removed if they are beyond saving. After removing these materials, we will use any dehumidification technique our project managers determine is best to ensure that the affected area of the structure can be dry and ready for reconstruction. SERVPRO's project managers are trained in the best ways to utilize the most up-to-date dehumidification technology. The process will be completed quickly and efficiently, preventing further mold growth.

Next, our technicians will clean any surfaces that may have mold growth. They do not need to remove them. These surfaces include tile and stone counter tops as well as cement structures and food safety surface. We will use mold and mildew killers that won't cause damage to original surfaces, but which will completely eliminate the fungus.

If mold has been removed from your commercial property, you may need construction services in order to replace any building materials that have become damaged beyond repair. Here are our options! We can offer complete reconstruction services including drywall replacement, flooring, drop ceilings, and much more.

Don't wait to contact us if mold is discovered in your commercial property during the spring cleaning. We can offer solutions that will solve the problem quickly and the equipment and services necessary to prevent it happening again. Get in touch with us right away.

Historical Building Renovation & Design Team NYC

2/14/2022 (Permalink)

A worker installs drywall in a construction project. SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan provides Renovation & Reconstruction Services, Call Us Today.

There is a high chance that an older property or commercial property will be damaged when disaster strikes New York City. Historic homes and businesses throughout New York have been restored and updated in order to preserve their historical charm without sacrificing quality materials. Our team is experienced in historic/older buildings and homes, as well as disaster restoration. Our team has worked on many historic and older properties in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, The Bronx, Northern New Jersey and beyond.

This is possible because we have the knowledge and equipment to dry and clean materials that others might try to remove and replace. We work closely with skilled architects to maintain older properties such as beams, posts, and brick walls. This allows the property to retain its historical feel and look while still being modernized and comfortable. We can help you if your commercial or residential property is damaged or in need of renovation, call us today.

SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan is here to help Education Facilities

11/10/2021 (Permalink)

Educational Facility Disaster Restoration Cleaning Services Manhattan SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan is available to help education facilities when disaster strikes.

Our services can help educational facilities in New York City/New Jersey. These services include disaster restoration services like water damage removal, fire and smoke damage repair, mold removal and storm damage repair. We offer more complete services, including project management and construction services.

It can be hard to have to go to emergency services during the school year. They may cancel classes or cause delays that affect your students. SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan excels in this area. Our team can provide services to minimize student impact, such as working multiple shifts or night shifts, creating privacy barriers around work zones, and drying equipment, odor elimination equipment, and other disaster-related technology.

Call us today if your school is in dire need of the best mold removal and disaster restoration company in the area.

Ductwork Cleaning For The Upcoming Events!

8/30/2021 (Permalink)

showing the duct area of the building Give our office a call if you require seasonal ductwork cleaning for your building.

It is difficult to imagine the cold winter ahead after a hot summer and the start of a very warm autumn. It is still in our thoughts, with just 100 days until Christmas. It is important to inspect your heating system before it gets cold. It is a good idea to clean and replace any filters in your ductwork before you turn on the heat.

Give our office a call if you require seasonal ductwork cleaning for your building. We offer commercial and large residential cleaning services in New York City.

SERVPRO of Lower East Side/Downtown Manhattan is well-positioned in Manhattan and in Queens. We work with almost all major insurance providers and have the resources to manage and complete large-loss projects. Contact our office today, (332) 900-2337

Mold in Manhattan can be a Huge Problem.

4/27/2021 (Permalink)

mold damage ceiling and door. SERVPRO follows strict rules when it comes to mold remediation. We use EPA and IICRC protocols all the time!

SERVPRO Conducts Mold Inspections, Remediations, and Removal in Manhattan

Manhattan is arguably the heart of the world. Finance, fashion, entrepreneurship, and art all have a significant presence throughout the city, and people around the world dream of visiting the Big Apple one day. Part of its charm is the intersection of older architecture and historic buildings along with the most modern structures and innovative technology. Despite their age, all structures are vulnerable to the elements and may present issues such as mold.

The population density in Manhattan is recognized as the highest in the nation. Meanwhile, New York County is the smallest county in the continental U.S. Its small footprint is home to the United Nations, world-famous Times Square, Central Park, and iconic buildings such as the Empire State and One World Trade Center. Countless film productions feature the city’s landmarks and skyline, not to mention the importance of Wall Street and the financial transactions happening there daily. Manhattan is also one of the most diverse communities globally, where nationalities, religions, and ethnicities co-exist to create the rich tapestry that lives, works, and plays within its boundaries.  

Not surprisingly, housing in Manhattan is in high demand, expensive, and an adventure in and of itself. Buildings with older wiring and plumbing can present issues and need restoration services, and mold can cause health effects. SERVPRO is a premier mold removal company in Manhattan, and we are here to meet your needs when time is of the essence. As soon as you detect black mold or attic mold, let our mold specialists conduct a thorough mold removal process and leave your home clean.

The Mold Remediation Process

Mold removal is complex and guided by environmental regulations and industry recommendations. Our mold technicians are certified to handle even the toughest cases, and we do so by applying best practices and relying on state-of-the-art technology. Mold generally appears when excessive humidity exists due to the environment, ceiling leaks, or other water damage. At SERVPRO, we address mold remediation by applying the following principles-

  • Safety first- we work safely using personal protective equipment and preparing the work area to minimize human exposure to mold and contain its spread.
  • Documentation of our work and the extent of the mold damage.
  • Addressing the source of the mold, which is closely tied to restoring normal levels of humidity in the home.
  • Mold removal, including the cleanup process, as well as discarding any unsalvageable items.

Our AMRT applied microbial remediation technicians follow protocols from the EPA and the guidelines from the IICRC The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration for mold cleanup work. We have the required New York State license for Mold Remediation Certification. 

SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan is a top provider of mold remediation services. Call us at (917) 423-6364 for assistance.  

Who Offers the Best Water Damage Restoration Service in Manhattan?

4/12/2021 (Permalink)

flooded laundry room Water restoration is no easy task. SERVPRO has the manpower and knowledge when it comes to restoration services.

SERVPRO Is, Perhaps, Manhattan’s Best Water Damage Remediation Company. 

Manhattan has a unique environment that presents many challenges. This is especially true for those engaged in water damage remediation. Fortunately, SERVPRO is skilled in successfully overcoming these difficulties and resolving residents’ water-related issues.

SERVPRO is highly skilled in and equipped for effectively handling water damage in Manhattan residential towers. This expertise is crucial for those making their home in Manhattan, given that most borough homeowners live in towering condominiums or co-op complexes. Some of the many related problems our technicians have effectively handled are:

  • Accessing and treating high-rise residences and difficult to reach areas with remediation equipment
  • Performing our emergency water damage services with limited disturbance to neighbors
  • Preventing your water-related event from impacting units beneath and adjacent to yours
  • Conducting our work in a way that safeguards everyone in your building

As you can see, we are skilled providers of water removal services and water damage repairs in high-rise residential units.

With all this in mind, contact SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan at (917) 426-0629 whenever you need water damage cleanup and restoration.

Why Is SERVPRO a New York City Water Restoration Leader?

3/4/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO equipment at work. Water restoration service from beginning to end is SERVPROs advantage over other restoration companies. We specialize a personal assessment every time

Highly trained and well-equipped crews streamline damage recovery.

Perhaps you are well-informed on the source and storage of water in New York City. On the other hand, you might not realize the function of the many conical-topped structures on the tops of buildings throughout all five boroughs. New residents and visitors have questions about the quaint-looking edifices. Similar to small towns throughout the United States, New York supplies much of its potable water through thousands of water towers atop commercial and residential properties in the city.

Why Does New York City Use Towers to Store Its Water Supply?

The water towers solve a water pressure problem that first arose in the 19th century. Like other metropolitan areas in the country, New York City made the most of valuable land in densely populated urban areas by building up rather than out. Story by story, the new skyscrapers appeared, striking a modern pose that presented a challenge. Buildings that climbed higher than six levels prevented the easy transport of water to the new lofty heights of the period’s commercial and residential icons. 

How Do New York City’s Water Towers Work?

New York City imports its water from upstate reservoirs, often created by the flooding of valley towns well over a century ago. The water travels to the city via waterways, aqueducts, and piping using a downstream gravity system. When it enters the city, the pressure built up over its journey forces water up the six stories mentioned above. Rather than using pumps to move water to individual units, the choice was to install water towers near or at the top of higher buildings. Pumps fill the overhead towers, which then again use gravity to serve the residences and business below.

What Is Their Capacity and How Are the Towers Constructed?

About 15,000 tanks supply water in NYC currently. Each tank holds about 10,000 gallons and has an internal system that keeps track of water levels, often a regulator valve or more advanced technology such as electronic probes. Tank-makers use yellow cedar or California redwood to fashion the water towers. 

  • Vertical components (staves) are milled off-site, shaped to fit into grooves on the wooden base lying on top of the metal base.
  • Each piece is carried up the stairs of the building.
  • Most pieces are too large for the freight elevator.
  • Tanks are assembled on-site.

Tank companies in the city now include only three:

  • Rosenwach Tank Company
  • Isseks Brothers and American Pipe
  • Tank’s New York Wood Tank

Who Can Help with Water Supply Leaks in New York City? 

The need for water restoration in New York City can vary from the minor inconvenience of a slow leak or tub overflow caught early to the devastation of a water tower rupture on top of your building. Our team can scale our response to the level needed for your circumstances, why SERVPRO delivers excellent outcomes:

  • Water shut off
  • Safety hazard assessment and designing controls and containment for safe work environments
  • Controlled demolition to release trapped water
  • Water pumping and extraction
  • Structural drying plans based on water migration and metering assessments

Water restoration efforts can be simple and straightforward or complex and many-phased, why SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan supervises comprehensive restoration services to return your property to full functionality. Call (917) 426-0629 to learn how we can help.

New York City Condominium Fire Damage?

2/1/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO technicians at work. Structural fires may cause extreme damage. Call SERVPRO their IICRC certified technicians have the knowledge and experience for the job.

SERVPRO Eliminates Fire Damage Residues with 24/7 Response

New York City residential structural fires, especially in apartment buildings with shared infrastructure close to other structures, lead to lingering odors and smoke damage spread through vents without professional care. Fortunately, there is a team that can help.

SERVPRO renders fire damage cleanup for New York City property owners that begins within hours after your initial contact. Quickly calling an Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) accredited firm ensures that the impact of fire damage on structures and contents in your home remains minimal.

SERVPRO Fire Damage Training

SERVPRO technicians receive training in residential disaster mitigation through the following:

  • Initial staff and technician training ensures that employees possess the skills and knowledge necessary to perform their duties to the community at large
  • IICRC training and certification ensures that technicians adhere to the restoration industry’s best practices
  • Continuous, self-paced e-Learning modules pave the way for additional certifications

Franchise owners also receive hands-on training provided by SERVPRO Corporate.

Call SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan at (917) 423-6364 for 24/7 fire damage mitigation.

Enjoy a Free Standup Comedy Show in New York City from Your Living Room

11/8/2020 (Permalink)

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Zoom Stream Keeps 13-Year, New York City, Show Running While People Quarantine.

With the restrictions imposed to contain the spread of Covid-19, it might be hard to continue your daily routines. Even your entertainment plans might be heavily curtailed. However, you can still participate in entertainment events in New York City virtually.  One such event that can be streamed right into your living room is the standup comedy show hosted at the Postmark Café on 326 6th Street every Friday at 8 PM. 

Some of the impressive details about the show include:

  • Watch some of the funniest TV comedians.
  • Hear jokes the comedians are working on for future appearances on Fallon, Comedy Central, The Tonight Show, and Conan.
  • Family-friendly shows since the comics are required to keep their content clean to suit all audiences.

You can book any show from November 20th or afterward free, but reservations are limited only to the first 50 people. Booking is easy since you only need to have a valid email address to make the reservations. An email with a Zoom link is sent half an hour before the show starts.

Adapting quickly to emergencies is the best strategy to help restore normalcy. SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan helps manage flood damage incidents in New York City, restoring normalcy faster.

How do New Yorkers Handle Emergency Home and Business Restoration?

8/26/2020 (Permalink)

SERVPRO vehicles in front of boarded up store Does your home or business need emergency restoration? We are always on call.

SERVPRO is the Trusted Choice to Restore Your Fire, Flood, and Water Damaged Home and Business

In the city that never sleeps, you need restoration services that never take time off, either. Our SERVPRO professionals have been proudly serving the Lower East Side and all of the NYC boroughs for years. We have supported hundreds of property owners and business owners to restore their structures after the worst that nature had to offer. From burst pipes during cold snaps to fire restoration and recovery in the sweltering summer heat, you can count on our fast and confident response. 

Fire Damage Restoration  

Fires can be an overwhelming situation, especially when you do not have the time to remove your treasured belongings and possessions from your Lower East Side home. Our SERVPRO team works to provide real-time content management for these items beginning as soon as our professionals arrive for emergency services. Our technicians can immediately start with debris removal and assessing individual contents in the affected areas of the residence. 

Cleaning occurs in some capacity through every stage of restoration and recovery of your Lower East Side property after a fire. One of the most cost-effective approaches that our team has started is on and off-site cleaning for damaged contents. From your furniture to your clothing, your house items can all get affected in different ways by immediate fire loss effects. While we strive to provide on-site cleaning when possible, we also have more intricate and focused cleaning and deodorization available through the pack-out process. This procedure moves damaged contents to our nearby SERVPRO facility for attention and cleaning. 

It is always a priority to save time and money on fire restoration, which makes fire damage mitigation such a vital component of the recovery phase. We have practical and advanced approaches for nearly every obstacle that exists after extinguishing a fire, including foul odors, soot residues, smoke particulates, air quality concerns, and water damage that can exist in your Lower East Side property. 

Storm Damage Restoration 

While fires can be a notoriously destructive disaster, mother nature has also substantially damaged the Lower East Side in even recent years. Storms carry considerable power coming off the Atlantic towards the city. Many of the aging buildings here can suffer structural damages from high winds, hail, heavy snowfall, and torrential rains. Our response to these emergencies is critical, and that begins with both our mitigation technicians and in-house contractors to begin board-up and tarping where necessary. 

Structural breaches are entry points for migrating water, runoff, and wind-driven rain. Understanding where water has gone once it enters your Lower East Side property can make drying and extraction more efficient and effective. This inspection of the property begins with sophisticated moisture detection tools like surface meters and thermography to identify dampness pockets and their severity. Once this happens, we can deploy extraction and drying tools to manage the water damage and flooding concerns quickly. 

As you might expect, getting a home or business back to preloss condition after a destructive storm like a recent hurricane, involves a need for reconstruction. Roof repairs, siding replacement, full-scale build back, and more are all consistent offerings from our in-house licensed contractors. With years in the building trades and helping many other Lower East Side properties, we can help to get your domicile back to normal just as efficiently. 

Commercial Services 

As part of a Large Loss Recovery Team, we can offer real-time restoration solutions amid disasters for Lower East Side commercial properties and businesses. Disasters like water and fire damage can be devastating to your business. However, with a team capable of restoring thousands of square feet of the structure simultaneously, we can get you back in business as fast as possible. 

Cleaning up your structure does not always have to follow after a disaster, however. Many Lower East Side businesses can benefit from the same premium cleaning practices we would use in post-disaster restoration for aesthetic improvements to their facility. With sophisticated equipment and trained professionals, we can offer services such as: 

  • Carpet cleaning
  • Surface cleaning
  • Stain removal
  • Odor removal
  • Vandalism cleaning 

Premier cleaning is not something that you Lower East Side business needs every day. So we can work with you to develop a regular schedule of cleaning around your operating hours so that we do not hamper day to day operations. We can also schedule a one-time cleaning on a case-by-case situation where conditions exceed your custodians and maintenance team's abilities and equipment. 

Water Damage Restoration 

With water losses being such a standard callout for our team, we stay prepared to help Lower East Side properties with whatever loss situation their home or business faces. There are dozens of reasons that your home could suffer a water emergency, from a destructive pipe burst to a more persistent leak behind a dishwasher. However, your residence combats the presence of moisture and water where it should not be, and our SERVPRO professionals can help with confident restoration services that address both the cause and effect of water losses. 

Extraction and drying are still the staples of water restoration in the Lower East Side, and as such, offer the most diversity in available equipment and practices. We have hundreds of air movers of different types and styles. We also have multiple extractor units from wet vacuums to electric submersible pumps. These units, including advanced dehumidifiers, address relative humidity when evaporative drying begins. This blend of drying and moisture removal can help many Lower East Side homes to protect exposed materials and contents. 

With a licensed team of in-house contractors, we have more versatility in our recovery approaches after a water loss. With a fast transition to reconstruction and post-disaster cleaning after mitigation, our SERVPRO professionals Lower East Side can make choices based on what is most cost-effective and efficient for our customers. 

We strive to provide fast and confident services for any loss incident or emergency you're your home or business faces. No matter how our SERVPRO of Lower East Side / Downtown Manhattan team can help, no matter where you are in New York City, We're Faster To Any Size Disaster, and we can show you. Give us a call anytime at (917) 423-6364.

Why SERVPRO After a Brief Fire in My Kitchen?

6/18/2020 (Permalink)

fire damaged kitchen Did you have a fire in the kitchen? Do you know who to call? Call SERVPRO the professionals for all of your fire damage and restoration needs.

Fire Restoration Is a Science, and SERVPRO Makes Sure Our Technicians Master the Class Before Sending Them to Help in Your New York Apartment

Closed in spaces like the apartments and condos of New York are hard to air out, and do not offer multiple living spaces if lingering odors or other fire damage residues are problematic. Because your space is compact, you were able to subdue a grease fire quickly. Still, without sophisticated professional air scrubbing equipment and other proven containment strategies, it is impossible to keep the airborne residues created during the superheating of grease and food from spreading throughout every space in your home.

Why Bring in a Professional Cleanup Crew? Can’t I Just Research the Best Cleanup Approach Online?

When dealing with fire restoration in a New York apartment or other multiple-household residences, it is understandable that you might want to avoid the disruption of recovery experts. The reality is that you acquire two significant problems when you try a DIY approach: 

  • Adequate response time is limited to hours because of the relentless and corrosive nature of the protein-based soot from the grease fire.
  • The residues and odors might not find the walls of your unit much of an impediment, moving into common areas and adjacent units over time.

Why Is SERVPRO the Answer?

Our crews have experience eliminating smoke and soot residues and odors in confined spaces. Our Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) training is the industry standard, and our state-of-the-art products, tools, and equipment are the precise match required for the challenges of kitchen fire damage restoration.

Call (917) 423-6364 to reach our highly-qualified team when you cope with the aftermath of an apartment fire. Familiarity with the research that informs best practices is why SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan is the obvious choice.

Do I Have to Replace My Hardwood Floor After Water Damage in my New York City home?

6/9/2020 (Permalink)

water damaged flooring The sooner you start, the mitigation efforts have the potential to lessen the loss, call now.

SERVPRO techs know fast actions and advanced drying methods can assist in the restoration of your New York City home

When water pours across your hardwood floor in your New York City home from a plumbing mishap or appliance failure, it can cause a feeling of a total loss. However, if the extraction and drying process begins quickly after the first event, there is a good chance your investment in your flooring can get saved.

What Difference Can Professional Water Restoration Services Make?

SERVPRO technicians sometimes arrive on-site for water restoration services in New York homes to find that the property owner has already attempted to remove the water and dry the premises. This inability of consumer-grade equipment to properly extract water and dry the structure and contents can cause too much exposure to elevated moisture and render items unrecoverable through the cleaning and drying methods used by the techs. With rapid extraction and drying, hardwood floorboards can get dried in place and have the potential for a full recovery from water loss.

How Does the Water Damage Cleanup Process Work?

It starts with determining the true scope of the issue in the property using their various types of detection equipment. This allows the techs to peer behind walls and under floors to see the migration path of the water on-site and establish a solid cleanup plan for the home. The techs typically perform the following actions:
    •   Water extraction using their professional equipment
    •    Drying of the property using both air movers and dehumidifiers
    •    The use of specialized drying equipment on areas such as hardwood flooring
    •    Cleaning and sanitizing the loss area
    •    Any odor control applications necessary

SERVPRO of Lower East Side Manhattan at (917) 423-6364 has the equipment and experience to clean up and restore properties with any type or size of water damage. The sooner you start, the mitigation efforts have the potential to lessen the loss, call now.

Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned – a defensive cleaning program

5/20/2020 (Permalink)

Table tent signs describing the Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned program on top of a wooden table. Our defensive cleaning program gives your business a way forward by providing your employees and customers ongoing safety and assuredness.

Let us help you get back to business

As our communities re-open in New York City, we’re all moving back toward a new kind of normal. The expectations of visitors, customers, and employees who come into our establishments have evolved, and staying safe and well is a top concern. The global COVID-19 pandemic has changed what it means to be clean, and we’ve developed a program to help your business meet the new higher standard of clean that is now expected.

Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned is a defensive cleaning program we’re offering to businesses and commercial locations to address the current COVID-19 pandemic. This proactive viral pathogen cleaning program goes well beyond janitorial or carpet cleaning. By choosing Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned, you, your employees, your customers, and your community can rest assured that you’ve selected a higher cleaning standard – you are Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned.

Extensive training and specialized products

As the #1 choice in cleanup and restoration*, we stand on more than 50 years of experience and expertise to help your business become Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned.  Beyond fire & water, SERVPRO professionals are trained and experienced in biohazard decontamination and chemical spills – always adhering to the cleaning and decontamination standards set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local authorities. 

From formulating and creating our proprietary cleaning products, like SERVPROXIDE, at our headquarters in Gallatin, TN, to taking the utmost care while disinfecting, we will ensure you and your business are set up to inspire consumer confidence as the economy continues to reopen.

3 C’s – Consult, Clean, and Certify

When the stakes are this high, you want a partner who has developed an industry leading, proprietary training program, cleaning solutions, and remediation processes over decades. We’ve cleaned up some of the most challenging biohazards imaginable. Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned reflects our unique experiences and capabilities. The program is grounded with our unique 3 C’s: Consult, Clean, and Certify.

  • Consult – Every business is different, which is why you’ll be assigned a Cleaning Protocol Consultant who understands your business and will create a cleaning program to meet your specific needs. This program will be developed based on your business type, size of space, amount of high frequency touchpoints, foot traffic and congestion points.
  • Clean – Based on your specific business needs, your location will undergo a thorough, deep clean, using exclusive cleaning products, according to protocols set forth by the CDC. Our employees have years of experience, and we will go beyond the scope of work that regular janitorial staff perform. Cleanup procedures generally include cleaning of porous and non-porous surfaces, disinfecting of non-porous surfaces, cleaning and disinfecting of equipment, tools, and/or supplies used for cleanup process, and disposal of hazardous materials.  In the event of a suspected or confirmed COVID-19 event, we will be there cleaning within 24 hours to ensure you get back to business as quickly as possible. 
  • Certify - Once your business location has been Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned, you will gain access to proprietary signage, digital emblems, and other collateral that communicates that you’ve selected a higher standard of clean available to help protect your employees and customers. And because we add the day, month, and year to that proprietary stamp of clean, your guests will know that not only did you choose Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned, but that your location is being cleaned regularly at this standard.

Call today for a Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned consultation

We’re Here to Help – 24 hours a day, seven days a week – until life is back to normal in the communities we all call home.

Call SERVPRO of Lower East Side today at (332) 900-2337 for your Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned consultation.

* #1 Choice in cleanup & restoration based Commercial Attitude & Usage Tracking study. Polling 816 commercial business decision makers on first choice for future needs related to cleanup & restoration work. Study conducted by C&R Research: October 2019

Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned means professionally trained SERVPRO franchises perform the requested cleaning, sanitizing and disinfection services according to proprietary SERVPRO protocols and recognized industry and CDC standards with EPA approved cleaning products to deliver a SERVPRO certified cleaning experience.  Each SERVPRO franchise is independently owned and operated.

How Fast Can I Dry My Home After a Leak?

5/19/2020 (Permalink)

sprung leak in ceiling Do you have a leak in your Lower East Side home ceiling? Call SERFPRO to fix your issue.

Drying Your Lower East Side Home Quickly After a Leak is Important, But Doing it Right is More Important

When leaks happen, we want our homes back to normal as soon as possible. But speed drying does not necessarily imply a job done well. Each item in your Lower East Side home is meaningful and restoring it without further damage is our priority. Preservation extends to protecting floors and walls from drying at an inappropriate pace.

Homeowners in the Lower East Side with water cleanup needs can rely on SERVPRO for expert advice. We know how to work within the constraints of older structures as well as more modern materials, and we inspect each portion of your home to assess the damage and create a tailored plan. As a homeowner, you should beware of any service promising a one-size-fits-all approach to your restoration needs.

How do I protect my floors after a water leak?

Not all flooring behaves the same after it comes in contact with water. Depending on the material and installation process, you may face different issues during restoration. Our SERVPRO crew detects the telltale signs of significant damage and adjusts its efforts accordingly. Some signs include-

  • Buckling of hardwood floors
  • Detachment of laminate flooring
  • Excess humidity under carpet pads

You don't need to worry about identifying floor damage; our SERVPRO of Lower East Side does that for you. Call us at (917) 423-6364 and let us leave your home, "Like it never even happened."

We are Cleaning Experts

3/17/2020 (Permalink)

male child holding a tissue up to his nose in a classroom Safeguard your classrooms by calling SERVPRO right away.

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 Lower East Side / Downtown Manhattan, (332) 900-2337

Construction Clean-Up & Post Construction Clean-Up Services

1/10/2020 (Permalink)

Cleaning crew working at the completion of construction project. Keep your job site clean and well managed with SERVPRO of Lower East Side/Downtown Manhattan

There is practically no construction job in New York City that doesn't worry about the amount of space available to complete the job and work comfortably. This was something a little new to us about 6 years ago when we opened our first New York City SERVPRO franchise. Being from Rhode Island often times our construction crews and construction clean-up crews had room to work in large spaces, places to put dumpsters or bullbags and even store equipment on-site without the worry that we would be impeding upon space needed for others. Now that we have been in the city for a few years we have found our niche in offering efficient, compact and affordable professional construction cleaning services and project management in all 5 boroughs. We are available to help manage construction projects in New York City, call our offices today! 

Experienced Water Damage Restoration

9/30/2019 (Permalink)

SERVPRO water damage restoration services are second to none. We have seen almost every type of water damage in commercial and residential buildings in NYC and we can quickly identify and quote a water damage restoration loss when we see one. This is essential as the sooner we are able to diagnosis the issue the faster we are able to begin drying and restoration. Our team of trained techs and project managers have worked throughout New York City and are prepared for water damage restoration services 24/7. 

SERVPRO of Lower East Side/Downtown Manhattan is well-positioned in Manhattan and in Queens allowing us to quickly respond to water damage restoration in NYC. We work with almost all major insurance providers and have the resources to manage and complete large-loss projects. Contact our office today, (332) 900-2337

Time to Clean Your Buildings Duct Work

9/30/2019 (Permalink)

After a warm summer and the beginning of a very warm fall, it is hard to think about the cold of winter that is ahead. But with less than 100 days to go until Christamas it is in the back of all of our minds. But before the cold weather gets here it is a good idea to check out your heating system and make sure everything is ready to go. If your building, home or business has ducts it is probably best to have your ductwork cleaned and replace all filters before turning on the heat. 

If you need seasonal ductwork cleaning in your building give our office a call today. We are now scheduling commercial and large residential ductwork cleaning services throughout New York City.

Happy To Be In Manhattan

9/10/2019 (Permalink)

Thanks for visiting our website and for checking out our first blog post. Although our site and our franchise are new, we are no stranger to the Disaster Restoration game. We are a family-owned and operated SERVPRO and we are proud to announce SERVPRO of Lower East Side/Downtown Manhattan as our fourth franchise and second in the NYC area. Our new location will allow us to more efficiently serve our neighbors throughout NYC and will give us the opportunity to engage with other local companies to provide our services when needed in the event of an emergency (Yes, we are a good friend to have!). 

Our management team boasts over a dozen years of experience in disaster restoration and have helped managed restoration efforts after major disasters like Hurricane Sandy and Hurricane Harvey in recent years.

We hope that you won't need our services and you are fortunate enough to avoid disaster, but, if disaster strikes we will have your back!