SERVPRO industries provides a comprehensive training program which corresponds with the IICRC (Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification) which maintains a series of accredited classroom study for the restoration industry. These classes are designed to give technicians a firm and workable knowledge with industry standards and starting at a new hires first day that continues throughout their entire career.

Your local SERVPRO team was proud to be a small part of a bigger response to this historic flood.

Amazingly, there were no serious injuries reported throughout Habersham County as a result of Hurricane Delta. Local first responders were spotlighted in a video aired on ABC World News Tonight showing them rescuing people trapped in the rising floodwaters. 

County manager Phil Sutton said,

“Habersham County would like to commend all E-911 staff, Sheriff’s Department Law Enforcement staff, Emergency Services staff including fire and emergency medical services, and importantly our Road Maintenance staff for their incredible work in the Hurricane Delta recovery process.”

When considering drying materials rather than replacing the balance of time and cost are always a contributing factor. A single layer of carpeting can quickly and cheaply be dried and restored, that is unless there is a layer of vinyl hidden under the carpeting which would trap the moisture in the subfloor. This scenario would extend drying time several days if ever successful, costing unknown amounts and secondary damage would likely be the result.   

Damage caused by water loss can be very obvious and easily discovered, it can also be subtle and only discovered after other problems have been created such as mold or rot. SERVPRO technicians are highly trained and familiar with water damage giving them what's needed to help you quickly discover all affected areas and materials before secondary damage become an issue. 

Water damage from a toilet overfill at a home in Hartwell, GA. Our techs used modern moisture sensing technology to track the spread of the water and quickly remove it and other damaged materials. Carpet, pad, vinyl, and baseboards were removed and advanced drying equipment was placed so the structure could be quickly and thoroughly dried. 

Getting SERVPRO techs onsite quickly is vital when it comes to saving valuable materials. like this home in Martin, Ga. where our techs were able to save hardwoods by installing a sealed vacuum system coupled with a plastic drying chamber. This set up captures hot, dry air from Low grain dehumidifiers and forces it into/under the flooring. Thanks to a quick action these floors were saved.